Michelle Symes COGB Gastronomy Project Officer

A marketing specialist by trade Michelle has a background in Tourism and hospitality having worked for Lake House Daylesford, both on the pans and in the marketing team, she also spent time as Marketing Manager of leading small business, Daylesford and Hepburn Mineral Springs Co.

Prior to working for the city, Michelle worked with Australia’s largest food relief agency, Foodbank Victoria. 

Bendigo is a UNESCO Creative City!

On October 31, 2019 Bendigo joined 65 cities around the world who have been newly admitted to the Creative Cities Network. Bendigo has been designated as a creative city of gastronomy – recognising all the exciting things happening across our city and region in food and beverages, culture and sustainability. Our gastronomy region covers Bendigo and eight other local government areas, and has been recognised for its quality produce, agriculture, creative businesses and strong networks of cooperation.

Read more on the COGB website.

or check out the Bendigo Gastronomy page