Occupation: Medicine, nursing and midwifery

Location: Gippsland - Latrobe

Reference: 2826

Are you seeking a rewarding and diverse ICU/Anaesthetics Registrar role in a leading regional hospital? Join the Medical Services team at Latrobe Regional Health, where we value our employees by providing a safe and supportive workplace culture that enables you to thrive.

Latrobe Regional Health is looking for ICU/Anaesthetics Registrar to join our growing team on a full time (86hrs per fortnight) fixed term until 06 February 2028.

Working Together We will respond to challenges together to create a safe, quality health service

The role of the ICU/Anaesthetics Registrar is to:

• Deliver day-to-day patient care, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment under supervision of senior medical staff.
• Coordinate care within a multidisciplinary team and ensure timely communication and clinical handover.
• Undertake pre-admission assessments and manage perioperative and critical care patients.
• Participate in departmental education programs and provide supervision and teaching to junior medical staff and students.
• Contribute to clinical audits, research activities, and initiatives that enhance patient safety and quality of care.
• Participate in the on-call roster in accordance with safe working hours provisions.

Ideal candidates for this role will have:

• Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalent
• Registration or be eligible for registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Ideally CICM Trainee, Phase 1 or 2
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member

• Salary packaging up to $9,000 per annum.
• Meals/Entertainment benefit up to $2,650 per annum.
• Encouragement for professional development and ongoing education.
• A range of social club activities, discounts and diverse workplace activities.
• Free access to our Staff Wellbeing Centre offering health education and wellbeing
• Access to discounted gym membership and fitness services through Fitness Passport Services.

Located in the picturesque region of Gippsland, Latrobe Regional Health (LRH) offers the perfect balance between career and lifestyle. Enjoy easy access to Melbourne, stunning beaches, majestic mountains, and serene lakes. With flexible working hours, you can make the most of what Gippsland has to offer.

LRH cares for a population of about 300,000 and is the regional provider of specialist services. Our catchment covers 42,000 square kilometres, from Phillip Island to Mallacoota in the far east of Victoria. LRH offers cardiac care, surgery, medical, renal, emergency care, aged care, women's and children's services, pharmacy, allied health and rehabilitation. Medical and radiation oncology are offered by the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre.

Now is an exciting time to join the LRH team, with the $223.5 million expansion completed in March 2024, offering improved maternity and paediatric facilities, larger intensive care unit, increased medical and surgical beds and additional operating theatres.

We embrace workforce diversity and actively encourage applications from across our community including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of all genders and gender identities and people with disabilities. LRH's Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants and can be contacted via email:

Explore all the great things happening at LRH by visiting our Careers and Training page of our website and take the next step in your career journey.

Provide evidence of an original and valid National Police Record Check, an employee Working with Children Check, and a current season influenza vaccine (if applicable to work area), unless a valid medical exemption applies.

The Cabrini Monash University Department of Surgery invites applications for a 12-month Colorectal Fellow position in Melbourne, commencing 1 February 2027 and finishing 6 February 2028. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement and an attractive remuneration package including salary packaging and staff benefits.

Under supervision you will assist in managing colorectal inpatients, participate in clinical and translational research, and contribute to teaching and audit activities within a

The Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA) Division of Dermatology has openings for Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) (or equivalent) Dermatologists based in Victoria.

Serving a primary referral base of 250,000 and a regional referral base of 750,000, additional Dermatologists are required to provide medical and surgical dermatology services in Victoria.

Local amenities include excellent dermatopathology, psoriasis clinic and B.C. Cancer Agency. The Victoria Dermatology community is very congenial and meets monthly for patient rounds and journal club. The University of Victoria Island Medical Program is affiliated with the UBC Medical School. Teaching opportunities are available.

Start Date

As soon as possible

Community Information

Victoria, British Columbia's scenic capital, is located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island. Renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and enviable quality of life, this is an ideal place to pursue your medical career and create the kind of lifestyle only dreamt about. Few areas in the world can match BC's scope of outdoor activities, with Vancouver Island offering everything from skiing and snowboarding, to golf, and world-class fishing. With Victoria's temperate climate, its rich heritage and vibrant cultural scene, it provides the very best of urban and rural living

Job Types

Permanent Specialty

Department

Facility/Site

Clinic

City

Victoria

Contact

Interested candidates, please attach your CV, letter of interest, and names of 3 references:

Savanah Munzar, Medical Staff Recruitment Coordinator

• Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC)
• Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia

Vacancy across all hours, 7 days per week. After-hours available for moratorium restricted and non-VR GPs on temp res Visas. Mixed billing clinic.

Location: Melbourne
DPA Status: Non DPA (DWS)
Modified Monash: MM1

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St Kilda is Melbourne's iconic beachside suburb, famous for its vibrant culture, stunning foreshore, and eclectic dining scene. Just 6km from the CBD, it delivers a coastal lifestyle within the heart of the city.

The Esplanade foreshore, Luna Park, and Acland Street's European-style cake shops define St Kilda's unique character. Families enjoy St Kilda Primary School, the renowned St Kilda Botanical Gardens, and the penguin colony at the breakwater. Fitzroy Street and Acland Street buzz with award-winning restaurants, bars, and live music venues.

Weekend mornings see locals cycling along the Bay Trail, swimming at St Kilda Beach, or browsing the Esplanade Market. The suburb is serviced by trams running directly to the CBD in under 20 minutes. Catani Gardens and O'Donnell Gardens provide green retreats, while the nearby Albert Park Lake circuit is perfect for runners. St Kilda offers a lifestyle that's hard to match anywhere in Australia.

Eaglehawk Medical Centre, Bendigo, VIC, is seeking a dedicated GP to join a doctor-owned mixed-billing practice. The clinic sits in a DPA/MM2 location and offers strong nursing support, flexible scheduling, and a friendly, collaborative team.

Work in a well-established community clinic with autonomy to develop your patient panel while benefiting from a supportive practice manager and modern facilities in a regional city within easy reach of Melbourne.

Alphington Medical Centre is a large, fully private billing clinic in Fairfield facing overwhelming patient demand. A new GP is needed to accept all new patients and reduce current appointment wait times of 3-4 weeks.

• GP owned and operated
• Flexible roster arrangements
• Highly reputable with positive online reviews
• Standalone facility with nursing support
• Long-established practice (30+ years)
• Multiple private consultation rooms
• Multi-generational patient base with diverse clinical presentations
• Booked out weeks in advance, closed to new patients
• Private billing with high patient demand

Work Type: Consultant Location: Fairfield, Melbourne, VIC Non-DPA MM1

• GP owned & operated, private billing practice
• Overwhelming patient demand - be busy from day one
• Full-time nursing support & highly experienced Practice Manager

Fairfield and Alphington are charming inner-north suburbs nestled along the Yarra River, just 7km from Melbourne's CBD. These sought-after neighbourhoods combine village charm with excellent connectivity and a thriving food scene.

Alphington Primary School and Fairfield Primary are highly regarded, with Ivanhoe Grammar and Thornbury High nearby. Fairfield's Station Street precinct features beloved cafes, the historic Fairfield Amphitheatre, and the Fairfield Boathouse - a picturesque spot for kayaking and riverside dining. The recently developed Alphington Paper Mill site has added modern apartments, retail, and community spaces.

The Yarra River trail network is the crown jewel, offering stunning walks and cycling paths through Yarra Bend Park, home to a significant flying fox colony. Fairfield Park is a family favourite with playgrounds and BBQ areas. Train services connect to the CBD in 15 minutes, and the vibrant High Street, Northcote shopping strip is moments away. This area perfectly balances urban accessibility with a peaceful, leafy retreat.

Lalor Plaza Medical Centre - General Practitioner is seeking a suitably experienced GP offering flexible hours, well-equipped facilities, and excellent earnings. Located in Lalor, Melbourne, VIC, this role presents strong community service opportunities and supportive practice ownership.

Join Family Doctor Pty Ltd and enjoy a patient-focused environment with modern equipment, competitive remuneration, and pathways for long-term professional growth in a busy Melbourne corridor.

Wodonga Medical Centre in VIC is seeking a General Practitioner to join a GP-owned and operated, mixed billing clinic with nursing support. The role offers a collaborative, patient centred environment in a growing regional town.

VR suitability and a supportive team are highlighted as priorities. The clinic provides nursing support and operates under mixed billing, with potential for flexible hours and strong integration into the local community.

Family Doctor Pty Ltd operates Medical Centre Frankston, a busy, reputable practice with patient-focused care and a long-standing community presence. The clinic is GP owned and supported by experienced nursing and administration staff, offering mixed billing on weekdays and private billing on Saturdays.

Strong nursing support aids chronic disease management, with pathology on-site and access to allied health services.

• 65% of billings + outstanding daily earning capacityin a busy private billing practice
• Immediate, overflowing patient demand
• Total roster freedom - choose your days, hours and workload

• Work alongside amazingly helpful nursing and administrative staff who ensure smooth operations and patient care.
• Access to on-site allied health services and pathology support, enhancing patient care and convenience.
• Be part of a non-corporate, doctor-owned practice, fostering a supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Receive support for various sub-specialties based on your interests and expertise.
• Practice from a modern clinic located in a heritage building, with excellent amenities and transportation links.

• Conveniently located in East Brunswick with a tram stop at the door and an abundance of cafes nearby.
• Offering a wide range of general practice services, including mole mapping, skin cancer procedures, fertility procedures.
• Join a friendly network of collegial peers dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and supporting each other professionally.
• Support provided for a range of sub-specialties, catering to your diverse clinical interests.

Fantastic opportunity for the a GP to make a home in the inner eastern Melbourne suburbs at this busy fully private billing practice in Camberwell.

Advantages of working in this practice include;

• Doctor owned (non corporate) practice
• Private billing
• Very busy practice
• Modern, large clinic with 15 consulting rooms
• Nursing support including CDM
• Long established medical practice
• Flexible hours and days - part time or full time available
• Fantastic remuneration offered

Camberwell is one of Melbourne's most prestigious eastern suburbs, renowned for its leafy streets, heritage homes, and vibrant village atmosphere. Located just 10km from the CBD, it offers the perfect blend of suburban tranquillity and city convenience.

Families are drawn to Camberwell for its outstanding schools, including Camberwell Grammar, Canterbury Girls' Secondary College, and numerous highly-rated primary schools. The iconic Camberwell Sunday Market is a local institution, while Burke Road's cafes, boutiques, and restaurants create a thriving village precinct. Boroondara Sports Complex and nearby Riversdale Park offer excellent recreation.

Beautiful period homes line tree-canopied streets, with Camberwell Junction providing excellent shopping and transport links. The suburb sits on multiple tram routes and train lines, making commuting effortless. Anniversary Trail offers cycling and walking paths, while nearby Yarra River trails provide weekend escapes. Melbourne's renowned arts, dining, and sporting precincts are minutes away.

• High earning potential: 70% of billings + $160/hour guarantee
• Consistent demand: Established, busy clinic with full patient books and strong daily volume
• Flexible roster: Choose your schedule - options from 2-5 days per week

• Collaborative, close-knit team with a "no hierarchy" culture
• Two full-time nurses and strong allied health support onsite
• Inclusive, welcoming environment for all patients and staff
• Freedom to develop your own areas of interest - no set specialisations required
• Monthly team catch-ups and social events fostering a supportive workplace

• Modern, purpose-built facilities in a central Melbourne CBD location
• Long-established, reputable medical group with multiple clinics across the city
• Streamlined systems using Best Practice and online bookings
• Onsite pathology and allied health services for seamless patient care
• Positive, flexible working environment that prioritises autonomy, balance, and professional satisfaction

The clinic seeks a visiting registered GP to join the Rosebud practice. Deeply rooted in the heart of the local community, offering exceptional healthcare services with the perfect work-life balance in this picturesque coastal setting.

• Billings over $400 per hour
• Flexible hours for work-life balance
• Professional development with CPD opportunities
• Nursing staff and full administrative support
• Allied health professionals on-site
• Doctor-owned and operated
• DPA-designated area
• Diverse and appreciative patient base
• Proximity to beaches and cafes

Work Type: Consultant Location: Rosebud, VIC DPA Approved MM1

• Literally across the road from the beach!
• Doctor owned and operated
• Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance

The Mornington Peninsula is one of Australia's most desirable coastal regions, offering an exceptional lifestyle just 60-90 minutes from Melbourne's CBD. World-class wineries, stunning beaches, natural hot springs, and a thriving food scene make it a coveted destination for families and professionals alike.

Rosebud is the commercial heart of the southern Peninsula, with a long, family-friendly beach stretching along Port Phillip Bay. Excellent schools include Rosebud Secondary College, Rosebud Primary, and Padua College. The Rosebud Plaza Shopping Centre provides comprehensive retail, while the foreshore features playgrounds, BBQ areas, and a vibrant Saturday market.

Affordable beachside living with stunning bay views and sunsets. The Peninsula Hot Springs is nearby, along with world-renowned wineries like Red Hill Estate and Montalto. Point Nepean National Park, Cape Schanck lighthouse, and the spectacular ocean beaches of Gunnamatta and Portsea provide endless weekend adventures. Safe bay swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, and diving make this an outdoor enthusiast's paradise.

Healthcare Professionals Group is seeking a General Practitioner for a busy private billing clinic in East Brunswick, VIC. The role offers immediate patient demand and total roster freedom to choose your days, hours and workload.

Join a supportive team with on-site allied health services and pathology support, housed in a modern clinic in a heritage building with excellent amenities and convenient transport links.

• 65% of billings with $100 private consults
• Immediate patient demand with a large, established patient base
• Flexible roster - part-time or full-time options available

• Well-established private billing clinic with strong earning capacity
• Full nursing support at all times
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
• Onsite parking available
• Support for special interests and clinical autonomy
• Smooth onboarding and engagement process with senior leadership and operations management

• Well-established inner-city Melbourne medical practice
• Located in a high-demand metropolitan area, close to the CBD, public transport, universities, cafes, and major hospitals
• Open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, with Saturday Telehealth available
• Modern clinic with spacious consultation rooms and onsite pathology
• Recently acquired by a new owner, following the departure of multiple long-standing GPs - creating immediate and ongoing patient demand
• Supportive, GP-focused management with a strong emphasis on quality patient care, professional independence, and long-term sustainability

Lilydale Medical Centre in Lilydale, VIC is a busy private billing clinic delivering comprehensive medical care to the community. The practice, just 35km east of Melbourne, offers modern facilities, nursing support, and the potential for excellent earnings to the right VR GP.

This long-established clinic provides flexible hours, private billing, and a non-corporate, doctor-owned environment. Great remuneration is offered with both part-time and full-time options to suit your lifestyle.

• 70% of billings with flexible arrangements available during the initial patient-building phase
• Large and growing patient base driven by strong community demand and rapid clinic growth
• Flexible roster starting at 2-3 days per week with the opportunity to increase sessions as demand grows

• Flexible onboarding arrangements including potential hourly guarantee or tailored remuneration during the first 2-3 months
• Strong administrative support with four reception staff and a dedicated clinic lead
• Allied health services onsite including physiotherapy, osteopathy, dietetics and pathology
• Supportive and collaborative team culture with regular social events and strong GP engagement
• Lucrative Saturday sessions available to accelerate patient growth and earnings

• Join a rapidly growing mixed billing practice located in Langwarrin, VIC 3910, positioned within a busy shopping precinct in Melbourne's thriving south-east growth corridor
• Situated on Cranbourne-Frankston Road and close to local schools, family residential communities, allied health services and major transport routes, providing excellent visibility and consistent patient flow
• Over 100 five-star Google reviews reflecting the clinic's strong reputation, patient satisfaction and commitment to high-quality healthcare
• Ideal opportunity for a GP seeking high patient demand, flexible working arrangements, clinical autonomy, work-life balance and long-term practice growth
• Work within a modern multidisciplinary environment focused on family medicine, preventative health, chronic disease management, continuity of care and developing special interests, with particular demand for a female GP

This opportunity would suit a VR GP looking to join a supportive and growing practice where they can build a loyal patient base, enjoy excellent team culture and benefit from strong operational support while maintaining full clinical autonomy.

Towerhill Medical Centre in Frankston, VIC, seeks a VR GP to join an accredited general practice with mixed billing and strong nursing support. The successful applicant will enjoy autonomy, daily billings, and a flexible roster, with an immediate patient base and doctor-owned operation.

The clinic offers a busy workflow from day one, strong support from a dedicated practice manager on-site, and opportunities for clinical and billing autonomy in a community-focused environment.

Towerhill Medical Centre is an accredited general practice which ensures quality health practices. This very popular clinic is requiring an additional VR GP to support the community's health needs. DPA location and will suit a VR GP under moratorium.

We are currently booked out days in advance at all times and turning patients away daily. A new GP will be offered flexibility and an immediate patient base.

Clinic details:

• GP owned & operated
• Mixed billing
• Be busy from day one
• Strong nursing support
• Flexible roster
• Dedicated practice manager on-site full-time
• Receive your billings daily

Enquiries:
For a confidential discussion, please contact Angela Stavris at or on

• Clinical and Billing autonomy
• Doctor owned and operated
• Chose your days and hours

Frankston has undergone a remarkable transformation and is now a vibrant bayside city 40km south-east of Melbourne. The revitalised waterfront, dining precinct, and excellent health and education infrastructure make it a compelling lifestyle destination.

Frankston offers excellent education including Frankston High School, John Paul College, Monash University Peninsula campus, and Chisholm TAFE. The revitalised Frankston Waterfront features restaurants, playgrounds, and the stunning Frankston Pier. Bayside Shopping Centre is a major retail hub with entertainment and dining.

Beautiful beaches, the Frankston Foreshore trail, and nearby Sweetwater Creek Reserve provide excellent outdoor recreation. The Frankston train line offers direct CBD services, while the Peninsula Link freeway connects to the Mornington Peninsula. Affordable housing compared to inner Melbourne, with a growing food and arts scene. Frankston serves as the gateway to the Mornington Peninsula's world-class wineries, hot springs, and coastal walks.

An outstanding opportunity awaits for an experienced General Practitioner to join PVH Medical, the largest mixed billing medical centre in Pascoe Vale - just 12km from Melbourne CBD.

Offering flexible hours, modern facilities, and fantastic earnings potential. This GP-owned medical centre provides everything you need to practice varied and interesting medicine in a high demand clinic. A Non-DPA location and MM1, this would suit a VR GP or Fellow looking for a well-established, supportive practice environment.

The clinic features a modern facility fitout with on-site pathology, allied health, and nursing support. With a fully computerised practice and an excellent administrative team, you can focus on what matters most - patient care.

• GP-owned (non-corporate) medical centre
• Modern facility fitout
• 65% remuneration with negotiable minimum income guarantee
• Mixed billing model
• Flexible practice hours - work part-time or full-time
• On-site pathology, allied health, and nursing support
• Fully computerised practice systems
• Only 12km from Melbourne CBD
• Established patient base in a high demand area

Pascoe Vale is a welcoming, multicultural suburb in Melbourne's inner north, just 12km from the CBD. It offers excellent value with strong community spirit and easy access to everything Melbourne has to offer.

Families benefit from well-regarded schools including Pascoe Vale Primary, Pascoe Vale Girls College, and nearby Strathmore Secondary College. The suburb's diverse population creates a rich food culture, with authentic Italian, Middle Eastern, and Asian dining along Cumberland Road. Cole Reserve and Gavin Park provide excellent sporting facilities and playgrounds.

Housing is more affordable than many inner suburbs while still offering period homes and modern townhouses on quiet streets. Pascoe Vale train station provides a direct 20-minute commute to the CBD. The nearby Moonee Ponds Creek Trail is popular for cycling and walking, connecting to extensive path networks. Coburg and Brunswick's renowned cafe strips are just minutes away, while Essendon's retail and dining precinct adds further lifestyle options.

Family Doctor Pty Ltd is seeking a VR General Practitioner to join the Northland Medical Centre in Preston, VIC. This GP-owned practice is expanding within a busy, multidisciplinary setting and offers flexible work arrangements with either full-time or part-time hours.

The centre features a mixed-billing model, fully computerized Best Practice system, an established patient base, and on-site support from a registered nurse and allied health services, including pathology.

Family Doctor Pty Ltd seeks a visiting registered GP to join the Rosebud practice on the Mornington Peninsula. The role offers flexible hours, strong nursing and admin support, and access to on-site allied health professionals in a beautiful beachside setting.

Live locally, enjoy work-life balance with DPA-designated area and doctor-owned leadership. The practice emphasizes community care and high-quality patient outcomes in a coastal town seconds from the beach.

Highlights:

• DPA location in south-east Melbourne
• Perfectly suited to a Melbourne-based FRACGP still within their moratorium
• Modern, purpose-built facility with state-of-the-art equipment

The clinic:
Medical Centre Frankston is a busy, reputable practice, highly regarded in the local community. This medical centre first opened its doors over 40 years ago. We are owned and operated by a GP and supported by experienced nursing and administration staff.

Our clinic is mixed billing Monday to Friday and fully private billing on Saturday. Flexible rosters can be arranged to suit your preferred schedule. Strong nursing support is on-site at all times, they are highly experienced in Chronic Disease Management. Procedural work is carried out via a fully equipped treatment room.

A wide range of services is offered at this practice with all clinical interests encouraged and supported. Pathology is on-site and they have multiple allied health practitioners offering Psychology, Podiatry, Physiotherapy and Audiology.
Frankston holds DPA classification and is a convenient location for 19AB restricted Doctors.

Enquiries:
Email or call Peter Treacy on .

• DPA location - suitable for a FRACGP with moratorium restrictions
• GP owned & operated, mixed billing clinic
• Strong nursing support, highly trained in CDM

Frankston has undergone a remarkable transformation and is now a vibrant bayside city 40km south-east of Melbourne. The revitalised waterfront, dining precinct, and excellent health and education infrastructure make it a compelling lifestyle destination.

Frankston offers excellent education including Frankston High School, John Paul College, Monash University Peninsula campus, and Chisholm TAFE. The revitalised Frankston Waterfront features restaurants, playgrounds, and the stunning Frankston Pier. Bayside Shopping Centre is a major retail hub with entertainment and dining.

Beautiful beaches, the Frankston Foreshore trail, and nearby Sweetwater Creek Reserve provide excellent outdoor recreation. The Frankston train line offers direct CBD services, while the Peninsula Link freeway connects to the Mornington Peninsula. Affordable housing compared to inner Melbourne, with a growing food and arts scene. Frankston serves as the gateway to the Mornington Peninsula's world-class wineries, hot springs, and coastal walks.

Healthcare Professionals Group is partnering with a rapidly growing Langwarrin mixed-billing clinic in VIC to recruit a VR GP. You will enjoy full clinical autonomy within a supportive multidisciplinary team and a busy patient flow from a large network.

The role offers a flexible roster starting at 2-3 days per week with room to increase sessions as demand grows, plus onsite allied health services and strong GP engagement to support patient development.

Join a friendly and supportive team of health professionals at Eaglehawk Medical Centre, a Doctor owned mixed billing medical clinic in Bendigo VIC.

• Doctor owned and operated
• MM2/DPA location
• Mixed billing model
• Friendly and supportive team
• Flexible scheduling
• Nursing support

Work Type: Consultant Location: Eaglehawk, Bendigo, VIC DPA Approved MM2

• Mixed billing, booked out days in advance
• GP owned and operated, long-standing Practice Manager
• DPA and MM2 location - eligible for 3GA pathways

Bendigo is one of Australia's most beautiful and liveable regional cities, located 150km north of Melbourne. Its stunning gold rush heritage architecture, world-class arts scene, and thriving food and wine culture have made it one of Victoria's most popular regional destinations.

Bendigo offers outstanding education from primary through to tertiary, including Girton Grammar, Catherine McAuley College, Bendigo Senior Secondary College, and La Trobe University's Bendigo campus. The Bendigo Art Gallery is one of Australia's oldest and most significant regional galleries. The iconic Sacred Heart Cathedral, Rosalind Park, and the historic Chinese precinct create a city rich in culture and history.

Beautiful heritage homes, modern estates, and rural lifestyle properties are available at a fraction of Melbourne prices. Lake Weeroona is a popular family recreation spot, while the Bendigo Creek Trail provides cycling and walking paths. The region boasts excellent cool-climate wineries, craft breweries, and a growing restaurant scene. V/Line trains connect to Melbourne in under 2 hours. The Goldfields region offers bushwalking, gold panning, and historic township exploration on weekends. Bendigo perfectly balances city amenities with regional charm and natural beauty.