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Bendigo's electric vehicle boom generating 23,000 jobs as city becomes national EV hub

Two young women are leading a trading and manufacturing surge that is positioning Bendigo at the centre of Australia's energy transition.

By The Daily Bendigo · Published 26 June 2026 at 7:36 pm

Bendigo's electric vehicle boom generating 23,000 jobs as city becomes national EV hub
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Bendigo is in the grip of a $1.2 billion electric vehicle boom, according to local reporting, with the city's EV sector creating an estimated 23,000 new energy jobs. The surge has placed the regional city at the forefront of Australia's shift toward renewable transport and clean energy manufacturing.

Two young women are steering the local trade boom, providing a snapshot of how Bendigo's workforce is adapting to opportunities in the emerging EV and green technology sectors. Their leadership in the space reflects a broader shift in the city's economic base, from heritage tourism and healthcare services toward advanced manufacturing and technology-driven industries.

For Bendigo employers and job seekers, the energy transition represents a sustained growth opportunity. The scale of new positions across manufacturing, installation, servicing and support roles suggests the momentum will reshape the city's labour market and provide career pathways for workers seeking stability in growing sectors.

Sources: bendigoadvertiser.com.au.

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