TAKE a bow, Bendigo. Our city’s claim to fame as the nation’s top city for volunteering cannot be allowed to pass without comment, as this is a simple statement born out of the incredible hours of effort and community service of so many.
According to the Australian Conservation Foundation study of Australia’s 20 largest cities, Bendigo tops the poll as the best for public participation, with about one in six of us volunteering in some capacity.
As reported in yesterday’s Bendigo Advertiser, the result only serves to highlight what many of us already knew – that Bendigo people are always ready and willing to help others and support the community.
Australia is a nation that prides itself on the contribution so many volunteers make towards our country, and there is an undeniable community spirit and sense of belonging here in Bendigo that helps makes our region as great as it is.
Although this might never make front-page news, being recognised as the number one volunteering community of the 20 largest communities across Australia is fantastic recognition of the vibrant spirit that is so alive and well among Bendigo residents.
Most of the community events and celebrations we look forward to each year are built on the back of many hours of dedication and commitment from volunteers who give up their time to help make something happen that many of us could otherwise take for granted.
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