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MEDIA RELEASE 15 September 2023

What’s News

Potential Special Rate Variation

Council at the meeting on 16 August voted to start a conversation with the community about a potential special rate variation. Community consultation began on Wednesday 23 August with information available on yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/srv

A series of community information sessions will also be held, with dates and locations to be advertised soon.

Community information sessions

Council will host a series of information sessions for the community to discuss and learn more about the proposed special rate variation.

Monday 18 September

2pm – Panorama Room, Panthers Bathurst

6.30pm - Panorama Room, Panthers Bathurst – Business community

Tuesday 19 September

7.30am Courtyard Room, Bathurst RSL

2.30pm Kelso Community Hub

5.30pm BMEC conference rooms

Wednesday 20 September

9am BMEC conference rooms

11.30am BMEC conference rooms

A copy of the presentation on the SRV options will be available on YourSay Bathurst for those unable to attend in person. To register or for more information visit YourSay Bathurst.

Village Meetings

You are invited to attend and meet with Councillors and senior staff to discuss projects Council is currently undertaking and any other matters of interest to you.

Each meeting will be held at the following locations:

Yetholme, Community Hall – 25 September at 6.00pm

Raglan, Community Hall – 19 October at 6.00pm

Peel, Peel Schoolhouse – 30 October at 6.00pm

For enquiries, please phone 6333 6111.

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.

Dobell Drawing Prize at the Gallery

2 September - 5 November

The Dobell Drawing Prize is Australia’s leading prize for drawing, an unparalleled celebration of technique, innovation, and expanded approaches to drawing by acclaimed and emerging drawing practitioners. This exhibition showcases over 45 artworks.

Tree planting

Council is hosting a community tree planting day on Sunday 24 September.

Starting at 10am off Hereford Street, volunteers can help plant native trees that

once mature will provide habitat for local wildlife, and improve the health of the

Macquarie Wambuul River.

Market Stall Applications

Bathurst Regional Council Events are seeking Expressions of Interest from market stalls for Race Week and other upcoming events. To be involved visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/be-involved

Registrations open for Business Window Display Competition

The Repco Bathurst 1000 is turning 60 and all local businesses are invited to help celebrate the milestone. Decoration starter packs will be provided by Supercars. To register, visit Council’s website.

Become a Dementia Friend

A free information session will be held at the Neighbourhood Centre on Friday 22 September from 9.30am. You will learn what a dementia-friendly community is and how it benefits the whole community. For more information phone 0491 691 842. To book visit https://ISWYBathurst220923.eventbrite.com.au

BizMonth

BizMonth is an initiative of Council, highlighting the importance of local businesses.

Activities during BizMonth include:

20 Sep: Grant Writing Seminar: Council is partnering with Regional Development Australia Central West to present a free grant writing workshop for local businesses and community groups. Bathurst Panthers 3.00pm to 5.00pm

26 Sep: BizMonth Lunch with guest speaker Annabelle Williams OAM. The Business Lunch is the highlight of the BizMonth calendar. Presented by Council, the lunch is a wonderful opportunity for business professionals to network with each other and sit back and relax with guest speaker Annabelle Williams. Bathurst Goldfields 11.30am to 2.00pm.

ENDS

Media contact: Media Officer