Alleged Arsonists Nearly Burn Down Melbourne Metal Venue

Melbourne’s Bendigo Hotel is lucky to be standing today after three individuals allegedly lit a fire at the venue last night.

Located in Collingwood, the venue is one of the main destinations for regular metal, punk and rock shows. According to a post on social media two males and a female allegedly lit the blaze, which was then extinguished just before the roof caught after the owner noticed it.

“The two dudes and girl pictured lit a full on fire in our venue toilets last night that could have killed all of the staff, patrons, backpackers upstairs and burnt the bar to the ground,” a post reads.

“We’re pretty relaxed about shit here but that was way too far to be funny.”

Venue management have posted three images, taken from CCTV, of the alleged trio.

"If anyone knows them, please pass on the message that they are welcome re: us not calling the police and to kindly never show their smug faces near the Bendigo again. Also probably don’t let them into your venues if you don’t want them blown up. Cheers!”

A staff member at the venue confirmed to theMusic.com.au today that no major damage had been sustained at the hotel was operating as usual.

The Bendigo has gigs booked from Iron Mind, Mindsnare, Whitehorse and Merauder booked in the coming months. See details here.