It’s all about the Matildas who progress to the Semi Finals of the FIFA Womens World Cup as well as the Lady Braves winning the NBL 1 South Grand Final over the weekend.We’ll also discuss what’s happening with the search for the City’s new CEO as well as a special milestone for the current CEO, a couple of events I’ve been to, and why the podcast will become a fortnightly podcast.Episode 9 LinksWebsite (including transcript) – https://mattyevansmedia.com/2023/08/13/episode-9-in-our-local-community/Episode 9 on YouTube - https://youtu.be/uuWRRuQ_1wsDisclaimerPlease be advised that this podcast is not at production of the City of Greater Bendigo. The views and ideas expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views and ideas of the City of Greater Bendigo, the Council, or my fellow councillors.Authorised by M Evans PO Box 34 Strathdale VIC 3550.

The City of Greater Bendigo will move its Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony from January 26 while endorsing a Statement of Intent, glass waste drop off points installed across Greater Bendigo, and Bendigo & Heathcote win silver at the Top Tourism Town Awards.We’ll touch on the news and events of the week, including the release of IBAC’s Special Report – Operation Sandon, a Director to depart the City, the Heathcote Wine Show Dinner and National Tree Day celebrated in Junortoun.Episode 8 LinksVideo Podcast - https://youtu.be/RmMKvqP6y_kWebsite – https://mattyevansmedia.com/2023/07/30/episode-8-in-our-local-community/Information & Resources from Episode 8Operation Sandon Special Report – IBAC - https://www.ibac.vic.gov.au/operation-sandonGlass Drop Off Points in Greater Bendigo – https://www.bendigo.vic.gov.au/Services/Current-Projects/Glass-RecyclingDisclaimerPlease be advised that this podcast is not at production of the City of Greater Bendigo. The views and ideas expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views and ideas of the City of Greater Bendigo, the Council, or my fellow councillors.Authorised by M Evans PO Box 34 Strathdale VIC 3550.

The Victoria 2026 Commonwealth Games were cancelled by the Victorian State Government, a decision which has shocked many across the world. In this week’s episode, we’ll unpack the fallout and what should happen going forward. We’ll also run through the agenda for tonight’s July 2023 Ordinary Council Meeting.Episode 7 LinksVideo Podcast - https://youtu.be/KNaUd7PqUm4Website – https://mattyevansmedia.com/2023/07/23/episode-7-in-our-local-community/Get in touch - https://mattyevansmedia.com/contact/Information & Resources from Episode 7Media Release: Council to trail changes to Council meetings - https://www.bendigo.vic.gov.au/About/Media-Releases/council-trial-changes-council-meetingsCity of Greater Bendigo: Council Meetings - https://www.bendigo.vic.gov.au/About/Council/Council-meetingsDisclaimerPlease be advised that this podcast is not at production of the City of Greater Bendigo. The views and ideas expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views and ideas of the City of Greater Bendigo, the Council, or my fellow councillors.Authorised by M Evans PO Box 34 Strathdale VIC 3550.

Residents and ratepayers have an opportunity to have their say on a plan to create a town square in the heart of Strathfieldsaye, and a new revamped Community Grants Program that’s now available to community organisations.We’ll chat about some of the news and events of the week in the new era of Threads!Episode 6 LinksWebsite (including transcript) – https://mattyevansmedia.com/2023/07/09/episode-6-in-our-local-community/Video podcast on YouTube - https://youtu.be/9rNYmbzwZjcGet in touch - https://mattyevansmedia.com/contact/Information & resources from the podcastCity of Greater Bendigo Community Grant Program - https://www.bendigo.vic.gov.au/Services/Community-and-Care/Community-grantsAustralian Sheep & Wool Show in Bendigo - https://sheepshow.com/DisclaimerPlease be advised that this podcast is not at production of the City of Greater Bendigo. The views and ideas expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views and ideas of the City of Greater Bendigo, the Council, or my fellow councillors.Authorised by M Evans PO Box 34 Strathdale VIC 3550.

The City of Greater Bendigo formally endorses a Yes vote at the upcoming Voice to Parliament Referendum, and the Electoral Representation Advisory Panel puts out some suggestions on how the City will be divided for the next council elections.We’ll also go through three important plans & strategies adopted by the City at our recent council meeting, an important milestone for the Bendigo Airport upgrade, and wonderful events in our community as part of NAIDOC Week, including the Knuldoorong Art Exhibition at Dudley House.Episode 5 LinksVideo Podcast - https://youtu.be/h9Vwd8SNeQsGet in touch - https://mattyevansmedia.com/contact/Information & Resources from the PodcastVEC – Greater Bendigo City Council electoral structure review – www.vec.vic.gov.au/greater-bendigoGreater Bendigo Positive Ageing Action Plan 2023-2025 – www.bendigo.vic.gov.au/Services/Community-and-Care/Older-adultsMore information on Kerbside Collection in Greater Bendigo – www.bendigo.vic.gov.au/Services/Current-Projects/rural-organics-collectionDisclaimerPlease be advised that this podcast is not at production of the City of Greater Bendigo. The views and ideas expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views and ideas of the City of Greater Bendigo, the Council, or my fellow councillors.Authorised by M Evans PO Box 34 Strathdale VIC 3550.

It’s Meeting Day! So in this week’s episode, we go through the agenda for tonight’s council meeting. We celebrate 150 Years of The Capital Theatre in Bendigo, and the countdown for Victoria 2026 continues.We’ll also discuss other news and events from the week, including Electric Wonderland in Rosalind Park, Bendigo Strikers aim for a VNL license, and the cost-shifting debate and what you need to know about it.Episode 4 LinksWatch the video podcast on my YouTube channel – https://youtu.be/uMUTxNKeRUYWebsite (including transcript) – https://mattyevansmedia.com/2023/06/25/episode-4-in-our-local-community/Get in touch - https://mattyevansmedia.com/contact/Information & Resources from the PodcastElectric Wonderland: a world of vivid imagination - https://www.bendigoregion.com.au/explore-bendigo/events/electric-wonderlandArticle ‘Historic bid to open regional pathways as new club applies to join Victorian Netball League’ – ABC Central Victoria – by Shannon Schubert and Nic Healey - https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-06-23/netball-vnl-bid-for-bendigo-victoria/102509628June 2023 Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda & Livestream - https://www.bendigo.vic.gov.au/About/Council/Council-meetingsDisclaimerPlease be advised that this podcast is not at production of the City of Greater Bendigo. The views and ideas expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views and ideas of the City of Greater Bendigo, the Council, or my fellow councillors.Authorised by M Evans PO Box 34 Strathdale VIC 3550.

In this week’s episode, we look back at the National General Assembly of the Australian Local Government Association and the return of the Australian Council of Local Government in Canberra. We’ll discuss the key topics and take aways.I also talk about a couple of things which have happened in the community, including a huge milestone for the Djaraa regarding their Corporate and Cultural base in Golden Square.Episode 3 LinksWebsite (including transcript) – https://mattyevansmedia.com/2023/06/18/episode-3-in-our-local-community/Video Podcast - https://youtu.be/V755v1L8A4gGet in touch - https://mattyevansmedia.com/contact/Information & Resources from the PodcastDja Dja Wurrung Corporate and Community Centre Info - https://djadjawurrung.com.au/projects/dja-dja-wurrung-corporate-and-community-centreDisclaimerPlease be advised that this podcast is not at production of the City of Greater Bendigo. The views and ideas expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views and ideas of the City of Greater Bendigo, the Council, or my fellow councillors.Authorised by M Evans PO Box 34 Strathdale VIC 3550.

In this week’s episode, we preview the upcoming National General Assembly of the Australian Local Government Association + the Australian Council of Local Government event in Canberra. We’ll go through what our goals are for both events.We also highlight the brightest and best young artists in Greater Bendigo who were recognised in the RAW Arts Awards 2023. We will also go through the other main events from the week, including an update on the Municipal Baths Project, Heathcote On Show, and Regional Cities Victoria’s advocacy for legacy funding as part of the Victoria 2026 Commonwealth Games.* Episode 2 LinksRSS.com Feed – https://rss.com/podcasts/inourlocalcommunity-with-matthew-evans/Website (including transcript) – https://mattyevansmedia.com/2023/06/11/episode-2-in-our-local-community/Get in touch - https://mattyevansmedia.com/contact/* Information & Resources from the PodcastEnvy Distilling - https://www.envydistilling.com.au/Municipal Baths Project – https://www.bendigo.vic.gov.au/Services/Major-Projects/Municipal-Baths* DisclaimerPlease be advised that this podcast is not at production of the City of Greater Bendigo. The views and ideas expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views and ideas of the City of Greater Bendigo, the Council, or my fellow councillors.Authorised by M Evans PO Box 34 Strathdale VIC 3550.

In the very first episode of my new weekly podcast, we unpack the City’s new Youth Action Plan 2023-2024, and a recent tour of the Bendigo Gas Works site.There is plenty of news to discuss, including new ways to dispose of your old clothes & textiles, Omaroo Bendigo set to open at Larni Garingilang, Bendigo and Heathcote nominated for this year’s Top Tourism Town Awards, and the City welcomes the newest Australian Citizens at the recent Citizenship Ceremony.* Information & Resources from the PodcastOmaroo Bendigo - omaroobendigo.com.auVote for Bendigo & Heathcote in the 2023 Top Tourism Awards – https://www.vtic.com.au/toptourismtown/Local Government News Round Up - https://lgnewsroundup.com/author/lgweeklynews/Youth Action Plan 2023-2024 - https://www.yobendigo.com.au/news/youth-action-plan-2023-2024Heathcote On Show - https://www.heathcoteonshow.com.au/* DisclaimerPlease be advised that this podcast is not at production of the City of Greater Bendigo. The views and ideas expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views and ideas of the City of Greater Bendigo, the Council, or my fellow councillors.Authorised by M Evans PO Box 34 Strathdale VIC 3550.

Welcome to the introductory episode of my new weekly podcast 'In Our Local Community'. In this episode, I'll talk about why I am doing this podcast and what you can expect to hear, a little bit about my story, and how you we can engage.