What’s News

MEDIA RELEASE 29 September 2023

What’s News

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:

Raglan, Community Hall – 19 October at 6.00pm

Peel, Peel Schoolhouse – 30 October at 6.00pm

For enquiries, please phone 6333 6111.

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.

Market Stall Applications

The events team is 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.

Draft Policies

Council is seeking feedback on its Draft Policies:

- Footpath Restaurants

- Advertising signs in public areas

- Food premises inspections

For further information on the policies or to make a submission please visit the YourSay Bathurst website.

The draft policies are on exhibition from Monday 2 October to Tuesday 31 October.

@ the Library

The Great Race: 60 Years of Bathurst 1000

Date: Wednesday 4 October at 6.00pm

Premier motorsport journalist Aaron Noonan will be in conversation with National Motor Racing Museum’s Manager Brad Owen about cars, the stars, the thrills and spills from 60 years of the Bathurst classic.

Mosaic Bird Art

Date: Tuesday 3 October from 10am - 11am

Create a bright and colourful bird mosaic artwork using tiles of various mediums; paper, cardboard, stone, glass and plastic. Use our templates or try drawing your own bird design. For children aged 6 years and above.

Book Sale

Friday 6 October to Sunday 8 October 10am till 6pm

Come along and grab a few bargains. Ex-library books, second-hand donations and DVDs up for sale at not-to-be-missed prices.

@ BMEC

CHILDREN ARE STINKY

Fresh from a smash hit, award-winning, 5 star, sell out season at the Edinburgh Fringe, Children are Stinky is a show to be seen. Set in the 90’s (with all our favourite tracks) this extremely talented duo will astound with their incredible circus skills and leaving you laughing till your sides hurt. Children are Stinky challenges children to step on stage and prove themselves worthy, smart, coordinated and imaginative against these ridiculous circus performers resulting in a wonderful interaction and an audience of proud kids and delighted parents. Packed with lots of fun, lightning fast Hula Hooping, dare devil balances, astounding strength, incredible acrobatics and loads of comedy, Children are Stinky will leave both adults and kids with their jaws on the floor wanting to see more.

Thursday 28 September at 11am and 1pm

Tickets at bmec.com.au

@ BRAG

Tonal Drawing Masterclass

Tuesday 3 October at 6pm

Discover the expressive possibilities of tonal drawing in this masterclass with Dobell Drawing Prize #23 finalist, Luke Thurgate.

$60 BRAGS Members, $65 non-members, all materials supplied, Ages 18+.

RSVP Essential - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/tonaldrawing-

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School Holiday Workshop: Tonal Drawing Masterclass for Teens

Wednesday 4 October 10.30am

Discover the expressive possibilities of tonal drawing in this school holiday masterclass with Dobell Drawing Prize #23 finalist Luke Thurgate.

$30 BRAGS Members, $35 non-members, all materials supplied, all abilities, ages 12-18.

RSVP Essential - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/schoolholiday-

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