Bendigo Airport’s new terminal and business park has been officially opened.
The terminal-which is approximately four times larger than the previous building-includes new check-in facilities and departure lounge, upgraded restrooms, provision for future security screening, and an indoor arrival area and baggage collection.
The project also features a 183-space carpark along with an expanded apron that can fit two 70-seat aircraft, allowing the airport to include new airlines and future flights to new destinations.
Bendigo’s emergency services facilities have been bolstered through the addition of a new helipad that can accommodate a wide array of emergency service helicopters, such as flood and fire response, as well as military and police activity.
A special feature of the airport is the landscaping and interpretive signage prepared by Djandak. Djaara woman Timani Nicholls-Moore provided cultural and creative direction around the garden design, and together with Djaara man Andrew Saunders provided cultural advice for the signage.
Premier of Victoria and State Member for Bendigo East, Jacinta Allan, said: “There is so much to see and do in Bendigo and this new terminal will mean more visitors can experience everything our vibrant regional city has to offer.”
For more information on the expanded Bendigo Airport visit: www.bendigo.vic.gov.au/building-and-business/bendigo-airport
