Bendigo Discoveries

Bendigo Discoveries Dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities through innovative, hands-on, and active support.

Nurturing the abilities of every individual we support unlocking abilities, turning limitations into opportunities. All about abilities
- Providing -
1-1 support
Group support
Before and after school support
Weekend and night programs
Horse riding and farm stay experiences
Animal education programs
Life skills focused support
Community access support
STA’s & Respite

🐐🔥 A perfect Friday at Lockwood! 🌿Last Friday, our Out & About crew headed out to Lockwood for a beautiful afternoon spe...
09/08/2026

🐐🔥 A perfect Friday at Lockwood! 🌿

Last Friday, our Out & About crew headed out to Lockwood for a beautiful afternoon spent connecting with nature, animals and each other.

The highlight? Getting up close with some very cute baby goats! 🐐 Our participants had the chance to feed and interact with the goats, learn about caring for animals and get a little taste of the responsibility that comes with having pets.

It was also a great opportunity to talk about the realistic side of caring for animals — because as cute as they are, pets need time, patience, commitment and lots of care! ❤️

After plenty of goat cuddles and laughs, we finished the afternoon around the campfire, making it the perfect way to wind down and finish the week.

We love getting our participants out into the community and creating experiences that are not only fun, but also provide opportunities to learn, build confidence, connect with others and try something a little different.

And honestly… we don’t think anyone was complaining about the baby goats! 🐐🥰

Another pretty great Friday with Bendigo Discoveries! 💙

We’ve been a little quiet on socials lately, but things have been anything but quiet behind the scenes. We’ve been busy ...
30/07/2026

We’ve been a little quiet on socials lately, but things have been anything but quiet behind the scenes.

We’ve been busy gearing up for our upcoming audit, welcoming some wonderful new staff to the team, and working on a few exciting things that we can’t wait to introduce to our participants, families and wider community.

We’re also incredibly excited to be rolling out Flourish. A program focused on real-world experiences, building skills, confidence and independence, and creating meaningful opportunities for our crew to learn, grow and try something new.

With some wonderful new staff joining us, we’re also excited to have spots opening across;

Healthy living 🏊 🚴🏼‍♀️🏋🏼‍♀️
Drama & Performance Group 🎤🥁🎸
Young Adult Social Group 🎮🎲🎯
Out & About Program🏏🚂🚘 🗺️
Flourish 🧑‍🍳 🍳 ☕️

Lots happening behind the scenes, lots to look forward to, and hopefully a few new faces joining us along the way 💙

🍽️ Limited Places Available – Flourish: Cooking & Catering 🧑‍🍳 📅 Wednesdays ⏰9:30am – 2:30pmReady to build confidence, l...
19/07/2026

🍽️ Limited Places Available – Flourish: Cooking & Catering 🧑‍🍳

📅 Wednesdays
⏰9:30am – 2:30pm

Ready to build confidence, learn practical life skills, and have fun along the way?

Flourish: Cooking & Catering is designed to help participants develop the skills they need for greater independence, while exploring hospitality, food preparation, and potential employment pathways in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Throughout the program, participants will:
👨‍🍳 Learn to cook a variety of meals, snacks and desserts.
🥗 Build meal planning and meal preparation skills.
🔪 Develop confidence and safety in the kitchen.
🛒 Learn budgeting and grocery shopping skills.
☕ Explore hospitality and employment pathways.
🤝 Build confidence, teamwork and communication skills.

No matter where someone is on their journey, this program is designed to meet participants where they are, helping them build on their existing skills at their own pace while celebrating every achievement along the way.

To keep things exciting, we’ll also work towards special milestones and practical qualifications throughout the year, with opportunities such as barista training, guest workshops, industry experiences, and other hands-on learning opportunities as the program continues to grow.

At Discoveries, we believe learning should be practical, meaningful and fun—and that’s exactly what Flourish is all about.

🌱 Limited places are available.
📩 Get in touch today to find out more or reserve your place!

0457 556 876
[email protected]

🌟 Limited Places Now Available – Friday Out & About! 🌟📅 Friday ⏰ 9:30am – 3:30pm🚐 Pick-up and drop-off availableThanks t...
19/07/2026

🌟 Limited Places Now Available – Friday Out & About! 🌟

📅 Friday
⏰ 9:30am – 3:30pm
🚐 Pick-up and drop-off available

Thanks to some amazing new support workers joining the Discoveries team over the past few months, we’re excited to announce that our Friday Out & About program now has places available for new participants! 🎉

This program has been a favourite for a long time, and it’s everything the NDIS is about—getting out into the community, building meaningful friendships, developing independence, and creating memorable experiences.

No two Fridays are the same! Our group enjoys a wide variety of activities, from exploring local attractions and trying new experiences to grabbing lunch together, getting active, and simply having fun.

💙 The best part? Our participants help plan the day. We encourage participant-led activities, so the program reflects the interests of the people attending. Everyone has a voice, and everyone is included.

If you’re looking for a fun, social and active program where every Friday brings a new adventure, we’d love to hear from you!

📍 Limited places available.
📩 Send us a message to learn more or secure your spot before they’re gone!

0457 556 876
[email protected]

PERFORMANCE & DRAMA GROUP 🎶📅 Tuesdays⏰ 3:00pm – 6:00pm🚐 Pick-up and drop-off availableLimited spots available! 💃🏻Looking...
19/07/2026

PERFORMANCE & DRAMA GROUP 🎶

📅 Tuesdays
⏰ 3:00pm – 6:00pm
🚐 Pick-up and drop-off available

Limited spots available! 💃🏻

Looking for a safe, supportive space to express yourself, build confidence, and explore your creativity?

Our Performance & Drama Group is all about self-expression, friendship, creativity and fun. Whether your passion is drama, performing arts, singing, music, instruments, storytelling or simply finding your voice, this program provides an encouraging environment where participants can develop skills, explore interests and shine in their own unique way.

We are incredibly fortunate to have talented staff leading this program, including team members with real-life experience performing in bands and working within the music industry. We are also thrilled to have the support and expertise of Caroline Myers-Bock, whose passion for the performing arts is helping shape an exciting future for the program.

The response to this group has been fantastic, and places are beginning to fill. As we continue to grow, availability will become more limited, so now is the perfect time to reach out and learn more.

✨ Free meet and greets available
✨ Come and observe a session before committing
✨ Welcoming and inclusive environment
✨ Build confidence, social skills and friendships
✨ Explore music, drama and performance opportunities

If you'd like to find out whether this program might be the right fit, we'd love to have a chat.

📞 Contact Discoveries today to learn more.

0457 556 876
[email protected]

One thing we've discovered on our adventures... our participants aren't the only ones we love spending time with! Animal...
15/07/2026

One thing we've discovered on our adventures... our participants aren't the only ones we love spending time with!

Animals have a special way of bringing joy, comfort, confidence and connection. Whether we're out in the community, visiting local farms, enjoying walks with our four-legged companions, or simply stopping for a pat, these moments always bring a smile to our faces.
At Discoveries, we believe that community access is about creating meaningful experiences, and our furry friends have certainly become a memorable part of that journey.Here's to all the wagging tails, happy paws, wet noses and unforgettable cuddles. We can't wait to meet many more! 🐾💙

Do you have a pet that would love a visit from the Discoveries crew? We'd love to meet them! 🥰

A Friday catch up with Swan Hill Discoveries !
13/07/2026

A Friday catch up with Swan Hill Discoveries !

WE’RE HIRING | Disability Support Worker (Casual)📍 Bendigo & Surrounding Areas⏰ 25–35 hours per week💰 Above Award WagesB...
09/07/2026

WE’RE HIRING | Disability Support Worker (Casual)

📍 Bendigo & Surrounding Areas
⏰ 25–35 hours per week
💰 Above Award Wages

Bendigo Discoveries is growing, and we’re looking for an enthusiastic Disability Support Worker to join our incredible team.

This isn’t just another support worker role.

We’re looking for someone who genuinely enjoys building meaningful relationships, loves being active, and wants to make a real difference in the lives of people living with disability.

Our participants have a wide range of interests, abilities and goals, so no two days are ever the same. One day you might be at the gym, kicking the footy, heading out fishing, exploring the community or supporting someone to achieve a personal goal. The next you could be helping develop life skills, building independence, or supporting participants through one of our centre-based programs.

We’re looking for someone who is energetic, adaptable, confident, and able to connect with participants of all ages and backgrounds.

At Bendigo Discoveries, we carefully match our staff and participants based on personality, interests and strengths because we know great outcomes come from genuine connections.

More importantly, we’re protective of our team culture.

We want people who:
✔ Show up with a positive attitude.
✔ Are reliable and professional.
✔ Take initiative.
✔ Work well within a team.
✔ Bring great energy to every shift.
✔ Truly care about the people they support.

Essential Requirements
• Certificate III in Individual Support (or equivalent) preferred
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Current Driver Licence and reliable vehicle
• Current First Aid & CPR (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong communication skills
• A person-centred approach and genuine passion for disability support

What We Offer
⭐ Above Award wages
⭐ 25–35 hours per week with opportunities to grow
⭐ A supportive and welcoming team culture
⭐ Diverse and rewarding work—no two days are the same
⭐ Ongoing support, mentoring and professional development
⭐ The opportunity to build genuine, long-term relationships with participants

If you’re looking for a role where you can be active, have fun, make a real impact and be part of a team that genuinely loves what they do, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your resume to:

📧 [email protected]

📞 0457 556 876

Pies Vs Tigers with the crew 🏉
29/06/2026

Pies Vs Tigers with the crew 🏉

WE’RE HIRING | Disability Support Worker (Casual)📍 Bendigo and Surrounds ⏰ Approx. 15 hours per week initially (with opp...
25/06/2026

WE’RE HIRING | Disability Support Worker (Casual)
📍 Bendigo and Surrounds
⏰ Approx. 15 hours per week initially (with opportunity for growth)

Due to continued growth at Bendigo Discoveries, we’re looking for an incredible Disability Support Worker to join our team.

We’re incredibly proud of what we’ve built at Bendigo Discoveries. Our programs are growing, demand is high, and we now have participants on our waitlist. We’re so excited about the future and the impact we continue to make in our community.

This isn’t “just another support worker job.”

We’re looking for someone who genuinely loves this work. Someone who is passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives. Someone who understands that great support is about connection, trust, consistency, and helping people live full and meaningful lives.

Most importantly — we want someone who will be a great fit for our team.

We’ve worked extremely hard to create a positive, supportive, and strong team culture at Bendigo Discoveries, and protecting that culture is non-negotiable.

We want team players.
People who show up.
People who care.
People who bring good energy.
People who genuinely want to be here.

What we’re looking for:
✔ Certificate III in Individual Support (or equivalent preferred)
✔ Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
✔ Current Driver’s Licence
✔ Reliable, professional, and proactive
✔ Strong understanding of the disability sector
✔ Someone passionate, adaptable, and person-centred

This role will begin at approximately 15 hours per week, however there is strong potential for hours to increase.

We carefully match staff with participants based on personality, strengths, interests, and compatibility because we believe the right fit matters for everyone. We want participants to genuinely enjoy their supports, and we want our staff to enjoy coming to work and building meaningful connections too.

As we get to know you, your strengths, interests, and the participants you connect best with, there will absolutely be opportunities for growth.

If you’re passionate about disability support and want to be part of a team that genuinely cares, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your resume to Jess
[email protected]
0457 556 876

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Bendigo, VIC
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