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MEDIA RELEASE 27 November 2020

Australia Day Achievement Medallion

Australia Day Achievement Medallions give government departments a chance to acknowledge staff for outstanding performance in special projects or core duties.

The award acknowledges staff that work in the public service area that deserve recognition for their commitment and contribution to the local community. Recipients will be presented with a certificate and medallion on Australia Day.

Nomination forms can be downloaded from www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au. Entries close Tuesday, 8 December.

Library Events

Online Author Talk – Heather Morris

Wednesday 2 December 6.00pm

Join Heather to discuss the inspiration for her new book Stories of Hope.

Online Author Talk - Betty O’Neill

Monday 7 December 6.00pm

Hear how Betty begins to piece together a picture of her father as a Polish resistance fighter, a survivor of Auschwitz and Gusen concentration camps and, eventually, a migrant to Australia

For more details and to book visit bathurst.nsw.gov.au/library.

National Asbestos Awareness Week

National Asbestos Awareness Week reminds Australians to be asbestos aware before they start any work around the home. Asbestos materials are still commonly found in bathrooms, laundries, and kitchens as well as behind tiles and under flooring. The campaign is calling on Australians to know the health risks, be aware of where asbestos might be found before starting work and to call a professional for help.

For more information visit www.asbestossafety.gov.au

Local Government candidate information session

An information session for people interested in standing as a candidate for the 2021 local

government election will be held on Tuesday, 1 December. The session will run from 5.30pm – 7.30pm in the Council Chambers. Due to COVID-19 restrictions numbers are limited.

Participants must register to attend by emailing csrecep@bathurst.nsw.gov.au

and please include name and contact details. If you are unable to register via email call

Council on 6333 6111.

Go-Kart track development

Council has developed a series of frequently asked questions regarding the approved go-kart track on land at Mount Panorama/Wahluu, as a result of community interest in the project.

The project information has been published on the YourSay Bathurst website yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au.

The page also includes copies of the relevant Council reports and other documents that were considered by Council as part of the development application process.

Bathurst Cycling Classic

The Bathurst Cycling Classic will be held 12 – 14 March 2021 and includes the Hill Climb, Criterium and B2B (Bathurst to Bathurst) 100km road race. The event will be held over three days from Friday to Sunday.

Dates: Friday 12, Saturday 13, and Sunday 14 March 2021

Friday 12 March Hill Climb on Mount Panorama twilight event

Saturday 13 March Criterium

Sunday 14 March B2B 100km fully closed roads throughout course

Registration is limited due to current NSW Health advice for more information visit www.bathurstcyclingclassic.com.au

National Motor Racing Museum

New Special Exhibition - Dick Johnson Racing 40th Anniversary

In October 1980, a rock on the track at Mount Panorama would propel a struggling Queensland racer to national prominence, and kickstart a remarkable career at the very top of Australian Touring Car racing. With three Bathurst 1000 victories and five Australian Touring Car Titles, Dick Johnson would become a household name, and Ford’s leading light through the 1980s and 1990s.The latest Special Exhibition at the National Motor Racing Museum charts the rise of Dick Johnson through his early years as an amateur racer in Queensland, through the glory days of the 1980s and 90s, and the ongoing successes of Dick Johnson Racing, and DJR Team Penske. The Museum is open from 9am to 4:30pm daily, closed on Tuesdays.

Get Grubby for families

Dirtgirl, Costa the garden gnome and Scrapboy have just launched a new online subscription program called Get Grubby for Families. And, because Council is part of the Get Grubby Program residents are invited to join in the fun for free. Each month, subscribers receive a bumper email, jam-packed with ideas, activities, printables, songs, videos and exclusive resources to help you grow a family garden, make compost and cook the harvest, along with recycling fun, sustainable DIY, nature play and getting grubby outdoors!

Designed for children aged 3–10 and their families, it’s a beautiful resource to help your whole family grow together at home. To activate your subscription, click on this link-https://www.dirtgirlworldshop.com/ggp-family-activate-bathurst and carefully follow the instructions. Once you are activated you will receive your first edition – the welcome pack. Have fun getting grubby!

Garage Sale Trail

Council has partnered with the National Garage Sale Trail campaign to bring one huge weekend of Garage Sales on 21 and 22 November. Host a sale as a shop owner, school, resident, or community group or shop the trail and pick up some affordable preloved goods. For more information visit www.garagesaletrail.com.au

Red Alert for Chifley Dam

A red alert warning has been issued for blue-green algae at Chifley Dam, which is now closed to all recreational activities as of 4 November. The town water supply remains safe to drink. Council will continue to monitor the dam algae levels.

YourSay

Dual Naming Proposal

Council has resolved to support an application to the Geographic Names Board for the dual Naming:

Macquarie River - Wambuul and Fish River – Wambuul and is seeking community feedback on

the proposal. For more information and to make a submission visit YourSay Bathurst. Submissions close 4.00pm Friday 11 December.

Waste Services Survey

Council and NetWaste are keen to better understand how residents of the Bathurst region utilise the kerbside waste services provided by Council. The information obtained through a short survey will help Council to continually improve services to the community. Visit YourSay Bathurst to provide feedback.

Asset Management Plans

Council has prepared draft Asset Management Plans for Aerodrome, Bridges, Buildings, Drainage, Footpaths, Parks and Recreation, Rural Roads, Sewer, Solid Waste, Urban Roads and Water, which are on exhibition for community feedback. Hard copies of the draft plans are available for viewing at the Council’s Engineering Services Department or can be downloaded from the YourSay Bathurst website, yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au. Submissions can be lodged via YourSay Bathurst or in writing to The General Manager, Private Mail Bag 17, Bathurst, NSW, 2795. Submissions can be made until 4.00pm Monday 30 November.

Draft landscape plan for Sawpit Creek Open Space Reserve

A draft landscape plan for Sawpit Creek Open Space Reserve featuring an extension to the Kath Knowles pathway and providing connections to proposed and existing pathway networks within future subdivisions is now on display. the plan details a proposal to provide pedestrian links and new park and recreation facilities, whilst enhancing and protecting our natural vegetation corridors. Visit the YourSay Bathurst website for more information.

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