Freemasonry in Bendigo

Bendigo is a regional city in Victoria, Australia. It is the centre of a region that was once the greatest gold producer in the world and is now a rich and varied agricultural area. Freemasonry has been a part of the Bendigo community since 1854 and in 2004 proudly celebrated its 150th anniversary.
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What is Freemasonry?
The short answer is that it is a liberal organisation recognising the value of all men who share a common goal of self-improvement, and who work towards the betterment of mankind. The long answer may take a lifetime to develop, because it is yours alone. Here are some starting points for your journey of discovery.

History Here are some stories of the early days, biographies of some of the founders, and a report of the Sesqui-centennial celebrations.

Lodges and Orders These are the lodges and other Masonic groups that meet in Bendigo (and Eaglehawk!) and the surrounding region.

Freemasonry in our community Several groups support the lodges in their operations and provide opportunities for interaction with the wider community.

Using the Internet Just getting used to all the jargon and techniques? Here are some pointers and suggestions that could help you.

Links These links are intended as an introduction to the wide, wonderful world of E-masonry (Masonry through the Internet). Browse them, and use them as stepping stones to all those brethren and resources spread over the Earth's broad surface.

Research Some papers and lectures for daily advancement in Masonic Knowledge.

Contact us for more information about Freemasonry in Bendigo

These pages are designed by David Beagley for the Hall Board of the Bendigo Masonic Centre.
Responsibility for, and copyright of, content (unless otherwise noted) are his and his alone.

Last updated July 2006

What is Freemasonry?	The short answer is that it is a liberal organisation recognising the value of all men who share a common goal of self-improvement, and who work towards the betterment of mankind. The long answer may take a lifetime to develop, because it is yours alone. Here are some starting points for your journey of discovery.
History	Here are some stories of the early days, biographies of some of the founders, and a report of the Sesqui-centennial celebrations.
Lodges and Orders	These are the lodges and other Masonic groups that meet in Bendigo (and Eaglehawk!) and the surrounding region.
Freemasonry in our community	Several groups support the lodges in their operations and provide opportunities for interaction with the wider community.
Using the Internet	Just getting used to all the jargon and techniques? Here are some pointers and suggestions that could help you.
Links	These links are intended as an introduction to the wide, wonderful world of E-masonry (Masonry through the Internet). Browse them, and use them as stepping stones to all those brethren and resources spread over the Earth's broad surface.
Research	Some papers and lectures for daily advancement in Masonic Knowledge.