Overnight hikes from or near Bendigo

It seems I will be spending a week or so in Bendigo with some free time, and I thought I might take along some kit to do an overnighter or maybe two.
It will be the last week of January, so I guess it will be hot and dry. Not my favourite conditions.
Any suggestions?
It will be the last week of January, so I guess it will be hot and dry. Not my favourite conditions.
Any suggestions?