Hotel Ernest review, Bendigo, Victoria: New hotel a spectacular work in progress

If it's this good as a work in progress, the Hotel Ernest is going to be spectacular – and perhaps a destination unto itself – when the restaurant and bar are installed.

• by Julietta Jameson

Elvis: Direct from Graceland, Bendigo Art Gallery: Long live the king

Elvis: Direct from Graceland is on at Bendigo Art Gallery, but the city is rocking and rolling with 30 Elvis-inspired experiences right now.

• by Julietta Jameson

Bendigo, travel guide and things to do: Nine highlights

This Victorian town boomed during the gold rush era and offers plenty of history, along with art galleries, fine food and more.

• by Julietta Jameson

52 Weekends Away: Victoria's best weekend getaways for 2020

With glorious glamping, cosy bush breaks and lavish inner-city stays, there's something for everyone as Victoria begins to blossom once more.

Balgownie Estate Luxury Safari Tents, Bendigo: These luxurious tents raise the glamping bar

No-one appreciates glamping more than the life-long camper.

• by Caroline Gladstone

Bendigo things to do on a weekend away: Getting the royal treatment

Bendigo, it seems, is big enough to have a spread of good eating and attractions, but still small enough to offer old-fashioned country hospitality.

• by Tim Richards

Central Deborah mine, Victoria: Australia's abandoned underground city

Below this Australian town the Central Deborah mine's bewildering network of tunnels goes down 411 metres. And other mines here are three times as deep.

• by David Whitley

My favourite getaway: Tony Ellwood

National Gallery of Victoria's Director, Tony Ellwood shares his favourite getaway spot.

• by Tony Ellwood

Byronsvale Vineyard Bed and Breakfast, Bendigo review: Old charm set in stone

Paul Kalina finds a happy union of antiques and modern comforts in a restored barn.

Ned Kelly tourist attractions, Victoria: Australia's ultimate hipster

Hero or villain, one thing's for sure: this guy was Australia's original hipster.

• by Belinda Jackson