CommunityAV is a not-for-profit organisation that provides audio equipment hire, lighting equipment hire, technical event support, event planning assistance, volunteer opportunities, and community-focused event services throughout Bendigo and surrounding regions.

AV stands for Audio Visual, which includes technologies such as sound systems, lighting systems, staging, and other event production equipment.

CommunityAV is proudly based in Bendigo, Victoria, and supports events throughout the Greater Bendigo region, Mount Alexander Shire, Loddon Shire, and many surrounding communities.

CommunityAV can support events within approximately 3 hours of Bendigo, including areas such as Castlemaine, Ballarat, Shepparton, Geelong, Melbourne, and surrounding regions.

We offer:

• Audio Equipment Hire

• Lighting Equipment Hire

• Technical Event Support

• Event Planning Assistance

• Stage Management

• Event Logistics Support

• Volunteer Opportunities

CommunityAV offers:

• Wired Microphones

• Wireless Microphones

• Portable All-in-One PA Systems

• Larger PA Systems

• Digital Mixing Consoles

• Analogue Mixing Consoles

• Battery-Powered Sound Systems for locations without mains power.

CommunityAV offers:

• Moving Head Fixtures

• Static Wash Lighting

• Effect Lighting Fixtures

• Lighting Control Consoles

• Computer-Based Lighting Control Systems

Yes. We can assist organisers with event planning, equipment selection, technical requirements, site planning, logistics, and event coordination.

No. We support events of all sizes, from small community gatherings and school presentations to larger festivals, concerts, fundraisers, church events, and sporting club functions.

Yes. CommunityAV welcomes opportunities to support religious, non-religious, cultural, community, charity, educational, and sporting events.

Absolutely. CommunityAV is committed to providing inclusive services to people from all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and communities.

Yes. CommunityAV welcomes volunteers of all abilities and will work with individuals to identify suitable roles and provide a supportive environment.

Simply contact CommunityAV and express your interest. New volunteers may be required to participate in an interview, induction process, and relevant background checks depending on their role.

Volunteers may receive training in:

• Audio Operation

• Lighting Operation

• Event Setup

• Equipment Handling

• Safety Procedures

• Event Management

• Leadership and Administration

Yes. All electrical equipment is regularly inspected, maintained, tested, and tagged to help ensure safe operation at events.

Our team will troubleshoot the issue, utilise backup equipment where available, and work quickly to minimise disruptions while maintaining safety.

CommunityAV uses equipment management systems and scanning processes to track equipment before, during, and after events.

Yes. CommunityAV is a not-for-profit organisation that reinvests income back into equipment, volunteer development, training, community programs, and future growth.

Funds are used to:

• Maintain and upgrade equipment

• Support volunteer training

• Cover operational costs

• Expand services

• Invest in future technology and staging equipment

• Support community programs

Yes. CommunityAV welcomes suitable equipment donations that can assist us in supporting community events and volunteer development.