The Bendigo Tennis Association (BTA) has a proud history dating back to 1946 with 8 clear purposes:

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1.  To promote the game of tennis in Bendigo and District
2. To promote, control and manage competition matches played between clubs affiliated with the Association
3. To promote junior tennis at all levels
4. To co-ordinate events for junior and senior players
5. To encourage the formation of new tennis clubs in Bendigo and District where applicable
6. To arbitrate and settle disputes between affiliated clubs where required
7. To affiliate with and financially subscribe to any other senior tennis body either State or National
8. To manage the Association’s facilities, both directly owned and leased