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MEDIA RELEASE 7 October 2022

Planning proposal on public exhibition

A Planning Proposal which seeks to insert a site-specific planning control into the Bathurst Regional Local Environmental Plan 2014 (LEP 2014) is on public exhibition. It relates to the following sites:

Bathurst Integrated Medical Centre (BIMC) site – at 252 Howick Street (privately owned)

George Street Carpark (GSC) site – Lot 11 in DP1160748 (Council owned).

The Planning Proposal seeks to amend the height and floor space ratio provisions of the LEP 2014 to facilitate development of a six-storey Integrated Medical Centre and a four-storey carpark.

An information session will be held 12.00pm on 11 October. RSVPs are essential. To book phone 6333 6211 or email council@bathurst.nsw.gov.au.

Submissions are open until 4.00pm on 2 November. For more information visit YourSay Bathurst.

Library Events

‘The Rat Catcher’ by Kim Kelly

Kim Kelly talks about her latest book, The Rat Catcher - Wednesday 19 October, commencing at 6pm

On the Trail of the Ribbon Boys

Jeanette will discuss the research behind her book Bone and Beauty: The ribbon Boys’ Rebellion on Friday 28 October, commencing at 6pm.

For further information and program bookings contact the library on 6333 6281.

Aussie Backyard Bird Count - Save the Date

The Aussie Backyard Bird Count from 17 to 23 October. Just 20 minutes is all you need to count the birds in your backyard or favourite area. And every participant goes into the draw to win great prizes.

Visit aussiebirdcount.org.au to register.

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

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.

Visit bathurstliveinvest.com.au for more information or to register by 23 October.

Market Stalls

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

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