What's News 30 September

MEDIA RELEASE 30 September 2022

Dogs on leads

We know how much our community loves their dogs. We're asking dog owners for support and to walk dogs on leads when out in public. You must maintain effective control of your dog when you are out and about. Penalties do apply for having a dog off lead in a public place.

Owner of a dog not under control in public place ($330)
In charge of a dog not under control in public place ($330)

If you want to exercise your dog off lead, Council has 12 off-leash areas. When using these areas, your dog must be visible at all times and controlled by voice command.

For more information visit Council’s website and search off leash areas.

Aussie Backyard Bird Count - Save the Date

It's on again, 17-23 October 2022. The biggest citizen science project in Australia that everyone can join, the Aussie Backyard Bird Count is on soon. Just 20 minutes is all you need to count the birds in your backyard or favourite local area. And every participant goes into the draw to win great prizes!
How can you participate?
Visit https://aussiebirdcount.org.au/ to register.
You can submit your counts online or via the mobile app.

Village Meetings

Council will hold meetings with residents in the rural areas during October and November. It is an opportunity to meet with Councillors and senior staff to discuss projects and other matters of interest.

Raglan | 17 October from 6pm @ Raglan Community Hall
Eglinton | 18 October from 6pm @ War Memorial Hall
Rockley | 20 October from 6.30pm @ School of Arts Hall
Yetholme | 31 October from 6.00pm @ Yetholme Community Hall
Sofala | 3 November from 6.00pm @ Sofala Community Hall
Peel | 7 November from 6.00pm @ Peel Schoolhouse
Perthville | 8 November from 6.00pm @ St Josephs Church Meeting Room
Hill End | 15 November from 6.00pm @ 'Hosies' 23 Clarke St
Wattle Flat | 17 November from 6.00pm @ Wattle Flat Recreation Hall
Trunkey Creek | 22 November from 6.00pm @ Trunkey Creek Community Hall
Sunny Corner | 29 November from 6.00pm @ Sunny Corner Community Hall

Tea with Lizzy Exhibition

To commemorate Chifley Home reopening and the birthday of Elizabeth Chifley, which was on 1 August 1886, Museums Bathurst is hosting a tea cosy exhibition at Chifley Home and Education Centre.

The exhibition will run to the end of November and a people’s choice award is available with a Buy Local Card going to the organisation that receives the most votes. Entry to the exhibition is included with entry fee to the Chifley Home and Education Centre which is open from 11.00-3.00pm every day except for Thursdays. For more information, visit museumsbathurst.com.au

FlyPelican

FlyPelican has commenced selling direct flights between Sydney and Bathurst. One-way fares start from $149 and can be booked now at www.flypelican.com.au or your local travel agent.

Love your leftovers

Love Your Leftovers is an initiative coordinated by NetWaste Councils to help tackle the food waste. The aim is to create a Love Your Leftovers online recipe book that is inspired by the community. For more information visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

The Beanies are bringing their stage show to Bathurst these school holidays

An original children’s musical, featuring confetti cannons, sneaky robbers, and silly jokes ‘The Beanies EGG-straordinary Day’ is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for Mini-Beanies and their big people. Tickets are $25 and available at www.bmec.com.au for the 4 October 2022 show.

Great race festival off-track events

Children, families and friends can enjoy the excitement of the Repco Bathurst 1000 with a variety of off-track events in the lead up to the Great Race.

Race Week: 5 – 9 October

B-Rock Super Wednesday in Kings Parade: Wednesday 5 October, 11.30am – 2.00pm
Transport and Driver Parade: 11.30am – 12pm
Driver Signings: Session one 12:15pm, Session two 1:15pm
2021 Winners Presentation: 1pm
NMRM Legendary Moments Dinner: Thursday 6 October, 6.00pm – 9.30pm
Saturday Street Fair in Kings Parade: Saturday 8 October, 11am – 5pm
Business Window Display Competition: registration closes Friday 16 September
Colouring In Competition: entries close 4pm Sunday 9 October

For more information on any of these activities visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

New resident welcome lunch

New to Bathurst? Let us welcome you with a free lunch.

Come along and meet your new golf buddy, coffee pal, tennis partner, or playground friend.

When: 30 October

Time: 11:30am-1:30pm

Where: Morse Park, near the Bathurst Visitor Information Centre

https://bathurstliveinvest.com.au/event/welcome-to-bathurst-lunch-oct22/

Market Stalls

Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from market stalls for their upcoming events. To be involved visit bathurst.nsw.gov.au/be-involved

Consultation has concluded