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MEDIA RELEASE 28 July 2023

Coffee with a Councillor

As part of Local Government Week, catch up with Councillors on Thursday, 4 August between 11.30am – 1.30pm at the Armada Shopping Centre next to Banjos cafe. This is a chance to chat to Councillors about projects or issues in an informal setting. Light catering will be provided.

Marang Connections | Family Fun Afternoon

A fun afternoon with activities is being provided by Creative Community Concepts, Bathurst Library and headspace Bathurst. Enjoy ice cream and a free barbecue at the Kelso Community Hub on Thursday, 10 August from 3:30pm – 5.00pm

Transport will be available and can be booked by calling 6333 6523 before Monday 7 August.

The activity is suitable for Indigenous and Non-Indigenous young people aged 8 -16 years. Marang Connections is funded under the joint Australian Government - NSW Government Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements 2018.

Bathurst Careers Expo

The Bathurst Careers Expo, sponsored by Charles Sturt University will be held on Wednesday 2 August. It is an opportunity for school students and job seekers to

meet with a variety of education providers, employers and government agencies.

The expo will be held in the at Charles Sturt University gymnasium between 9am and 3pm.

More information at bathurstliveinvest.com.au

National Tree Day

Location: Macquarie Wambuul River, Evans Bridge, Bathurst

Time/Date: 10am Sunday 30 July

Join us on Sunday, July 30 for National Tree Day and lend a hand to help plant native plants along the banks of the Macquarie Wambuul River

Commencing at 10 am next to Evans Bridge in Baillie Street Open Space Reserve, this event welcomes adults and kids to participate in planting native trees, shrubs, and grasses. There will be a free barbecue lunch for all participants.

Sporting Association Grants

Sporting organisations affiliated with the Bathurst District Sport and Recreation Council are eligible to apply for grants to assist local sporting organisations undertake specific works or purchase equipment for the advancement of sport in the Bathurst Region. Information and application forms are available from Council’s Recreation Section on 6333 6285 or on Council’s website.

Applications close 26 September.

Bathurst CCTV Funding Program

Council is providing funding to assist local businesses improve security and community safety. Businesses may apply for funding up to a maximum of $500 on a dollar-for-dollar basis, under the criteria of the Bathurst CCTV funding program.

For more information visit Council’s website or phone 6333 6523. Applications close 5pm Friday 18 August.

Bathurst Access Improvement Grants

Council in partnership with the Bathurst Regional Access Committee provides grants to assist businesses and non-profit organisations improve access and inclusion to their place of business/organisation.

Businesses and non-profit organisations within the Bathurst region may apply for funding of 50 per cent of project costs, up to a maximum grant amount of $5,000. Projects must be completed within the 2023/2024 financial year to be eligible to apply for a grant. Retrospective funding can be considered providing the project is completed in the current financial year.

For more information, visit Council’s website or phone 6333 6523. Applications close 4pm on Friday 11 August.

YourSay Bathurst

Swimming pool inspections policy

Council is seeking feedback on its Swimming Pool Inspection Policy. The policy deals with issues such as the inspection of residential properties at the point of sale or lease; the inspection of properties used for tourist visitor accommodation; and the charging of fees for undertaking inspections.

Submissions close 31 July/

To find out more: https://yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/draftpolicies

Community participation plan

Council has prepared an amendment to the Bathurst Regional Community Participation Plan 2019 (CPP). The CPP identifies how and when members of the community can become involved in Development Applications and Strategic Planning Initiatives, under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

The draft CPP is on exhibition from 3 July - 31 July.

To find our more: https://yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/CPP

@ the Art Gallery

West of Central - 1 July to 27 August

This exhibition showcases the work of 16 regionally based artists who choose to make work on Wiradjuri Country in the Central Tablelands of NSW.

Life Drawing Workshop

Date: Thursday 17 August

Immerse yourself in a 2-hour Introduction to Life Drawing workshop with local artist Tim Miller at Bathurst Regional Art Gallery.

$30 BRAGS members, $35 non-members, all materials supplied, and no experience required.

RSVP essential via the website https://bathurstart.com.au/exhibitions-events/life-drawing-workshop/

@ the Library

The Things That Matter Most by Gabbie Stroud

Date: 6pm on Tuesday 8 August

The staff of St Margaret’s Primary School are hanging by a thread. There’s serious litigation pending, the school is due for registration and a powerful parent named Janet Bellevue has a lot to say about everything. As teachers they’re trying to remain professional, as people they’re unravelling fast.

Bookings essential by contacting 6333 6281

ENDS

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