Sydney to Melbourne Road Twip 2010

BIG4 BENDIGO hosted talented musician Jack Carty on his Sydney to Melbourne Road 'Twip'  2010 challenge.  This picture shows Jack & travelling companion Alissa Cronau getting a fair bit of 'air' on the jumping pillow.  Find out more about the Sydney to Melbourne touring routes, BIG4 Holiday Parks Australia and Bendigo by following Jack on twitter or checking out the links. 
www.sydneymelbournetouring.com.au/index.php?newsID=1435
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http://www.jackcarty.com/
http://www.big4.com.au/
http://www.bendigotourism.com.au/
http://www.big4bendigo.com.au/

FAMILY REUNIONS are FUN @ BIG4 BENDIGO

BIG4 BENDIGO is hosting a family reunion this weekend.  It is the second time this group have stayed with us, 2 years ago with a marquee and this year in the comfort of Ascot Lodge, the fantastic multi-purpose venue at the park.  There is room to set up the family tree and photo boards plus a registration table as well as the tables & chairs for socialisng.  With heavy rain overnight and more welcome rain today the lodge as been a perfect venue for the groups activities.

Anyone wanting to have a group event should contact our helpful staff.  We can offer accommodation packages as well as full kitchen / catering facilities with the lodge (fees apply for hire).  Groups that have used the lodge have been PROBUS clubs, caravan clubs, anniversary / birthdays for extended families.  Groups coming up in the next couple of months to enjoy the facilities are a scrapbooking group weekend retreat, BIG4 regional meeting and a seniors leisure activities group.

We take our Duty of Care responsibility very seriously and in consideration to our committment to the health, comfort, safety & security of ALL guests we do not book, end of year sporting trips, hens / bucks night, 18th & 21st birthdays or clubbing / pub groups (or similar)  See booking conditions on webpage

McCubbin Opening Event

I attended the opening event for
McCubbin Last Impressions: 1907 - 17
at the Bendigo Art Gallery
What a fantastic exhibition to have in Bendigo - only 3 venues Australia wide will have the privilege.

See reviews & stories: www.bendigoadvertiser.com.au/news/local/news/general/master-mccubbin-ready-to-impress/1811707.aspx

www.theage.com.au/entertainment/art-and-design/mccubbins-retreat-is-crumbling-20100423-tjdr.html

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Mother's Day in Bendigo

Mothers Day and McCubbin

Sunday May 9th 2010

Meander up to Bendigo Saturday May 8th, stay the night, enjoy a relaxed and leisurely 12 noon check out, then spend the afternoon at the McCubbin Exhibition.  Take a complimentary bottle of central Victorian bubbly home to enjoy with dinner.

Choose any accommodation option and we will give you a 10% discount (BIG4 members 20%)

The kids can be entertained with dad on the jumping pillow and the toddler's playroom whilst mum has a well deserved sleep in.  Dad doesn't need to miss his footy fix either - free AUSTAR for guests in the larger units

Check out this link to see how the whole family can enjoy the exhibition at the Bendigo Art Gallery

www.childfriendlycity.com.au/Events/2010-04-24/Events_in_May_at_the_Bendigo_Art_Gallery.aspx

BIG4 BENDIGO - Star employee for April

This is PAM - BIG4 BENDIGO'S employee of the month for April.  PAM is in charge of online, live 24 hour reservations.  PAM has been doing this task for about 12 months and she just gets better & better.  So far PAM hasn't missed a beat.  She will, without fail, 24 hours a day 7 days a week:

• inform you of exactly what's available for your requested dates
• calculate how much the tariff will be
• take a credit card deposit
• send you and us confirmation emails

So far she hasn't had a day off, been late for a shift, asked for overtime, double booked, or whinged about any of these conditions.  PAM, we acknowledge the fabulous job you do while we sleep the night away.

Please make your acquaintence with PAM next time you want to make a reservation, at a time that suits you!

BIG4 BENDIGO - A Team of Champions & a Champion Team

BIG4 BENDIGO staff are a Team of Champions

 AND a ChampionTeam!  

Members of the selection committee are pleased to announce 2 top pick recruits Mark and Bruce debuted today for team BIG4 BENDIGO.  They bring  a wealth of experience in a number of different positions and we are putting them at full forward anticipating some quick goals on the board!!    Talented on baller, Carlene (pictured above) who is fantastic at either  leading the team or providing quality back up,  went in hard on the weekend providing a first class pancake breakfast before the first bounce!  Team Bendigo also look forward to welcoming gun coach Bev on board to get the team match fit and ready to play in the big league.

COME MEET THE TEAM - THEY'D LOVE TO SEE YOU!

On the subject of football, after 3 weeks BIG4 BENDIGO is top of the leader board in the Bendigo Advertiser business football tipping competition.  This week's selection may see us drop back to the field!!!

Autumn in Bendigo

View Street Bendigo in Autumn is

FABULOUS!!

Nothing beats the atmosphere - coffee, tasty food, awesome wine, arts and treasure! 

View Street is perfect for alfresco dining and watching the world go by, in the shade of the grand old Capital Theatre building.

After some welcome rain the city is looking fantastic. 

 Come take a look while the sun is still warm!

If you are a BIG4 Club card holder you get the added benefit of some discounts at a number of View Street businesses  http://www.viewstreetbendigo.com/events-promotions

We'd love to have you stay! Visit us @ http://www.big4bendigo.com.au/

EASTER BUNNY COMES EARLY @ BIG4 BENDIGO

NO EASTER EGG HUNTS @

BIG4 BENDIGO

No need to spend time hunting for Easter eggs at BIG4 Bendigo. Our youngest guests have enjoyed opening the treasure chest and finding chocolate treats!