What’s News at Bathurst Regional Council

MEDIA RELEASE 17 January 2020

Suttor, Mitre, Lambert Street Roundabout

The median islands on Suttor Street will start to be removed from Monday, 20 January.

This will involve the total closure of the entrance of Coral Way near Suttor Street. All traffic to and from Coral Way and adjoining streets will need to detour via Mitre and Esrom Streets.

The Suttor, Mitre and Lambert Street intersection will remain open under traffic control, however delays are to be expected to the flow of traffic with the speed limit reduced to 40km while the works are underway.

The bus interchange will be relocated to the front of Assumption Church. Businesses and the nearby taxi rank remain open, however people may need to park in alternative spaces. The taxi rank may relocate to the basketball stadium as works progress.

For the latest project information visit the Bathurst YourSay website or if you prefer to talk to someone, please call 6333 6100.

Australia Day Celebrations

Council’s Australia Day Celebrations will commence with the Australia Day Awards Ceremony on Friday, 24 January at BMEC at 5.30pm. The ceremony will recognise achievements of members from the community.

Awards include:

• Event of the Year (Community & Destination)

• Citizen and Young Citizen of the Year

• Youth Arts Award

• Jo Ross Greening Bathurst

• Chifley Award

• Entry is free and the whole community is encouraged to attend.

A barbecue breakfast will be held at Eglinton War Memorial Hall on Sunday, 26 January at 8am. The event will include an official ceremony, national anthem and flag raising, car displays, novelty races and giveaway for the kids. The event is free with a gold coin donation for the barbecue.

This will be followed by a citizenship ceremony at 10am at BMEC and free entry to the Manning Aquatic Centre from 11am.

NSW Seniors Festival

12-23 February

The Seniors Festival is a celebration of the valuable contribution seniors make to the community. An array of events, activities and entertainment will be on offer for all seniors to enjoy, including historic bus tours, exercise classes, morning teas, concerts and much

more. For more information phone 6333 6523 or visit Council’s website.

Stormwater Harvesting Information Session

One of water security projects currently being developed by Council is a stormwater harvesting scheme. A community drop in information session will be held on Wednesday, 29 January between 3pm – 6pm to provide information on the stormwater harvesting project. The information session will give residents a chance to learn more about the scheme and ask questions. The drop in session will be held in Council Chambers.

Bathurst Bike Show

8 February, 10am – 2pm

Russell St, Bathurst

The Bathurst Street and Custom Motorcycle Show is a unique grass-roots community-based motorcycle show. Bikes on show range from daily rides to full on customs. A variety of brands and styles of bike are represented; over 100 bikes on display last year. Trade stalls and club displays line the street, including the Shannon’s semi, and there’s also entertainment for kids.

The show is building Bathurst as a motorcycle ‘mecca’, preparing for the return of motorcycle racing when the new circuit is built.

For more information visit http://www.bathurstbikeshow.com/

Bathurst Region Macquarie Medal Project/Scholarship

Applications are now invited for a supporting grant or scholarship to undertake a major work or learning in the following areas:

· Conservation, maintenance and adaptive reuse projects of heritage items or at risk buildings and sites of heritage value within the Bathurst region.

· Promotion and interpretation of the history and heritage of the Bathurst region, its building and places, natural environment, people and projects and their embedded stories and enhance community reflection and understanding about the Bathurst region’s history.

· Support the learning in heritage management and conservation.

· Foster and support the growth of heritage trades and practices.

A grant of up to $10,000 (paid over two years) is available to the winning project or area of learning.

Applications for funding must be made on Council’s application form which is available on Council’s website at www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au or from Council’s Environmental, Planning and Building Services Department, Civic Centre, Russell Street, Bathurst.

The closing date for applications is Friday, 13 March 2020.

Further information can be obtained by contacting Council on 6333 6211.

Section 356 Donations

Council is seeking expressions of interest from community organisations and individuals seeking funding from Council to be included in the 2020/2021 budget. Funding is available for the period from 1 July 2020 to 30 June 2021. Application forms are available on Council’s website or from the Civic Centre, 158 Russell Street, Bathurst and need to be submitted by 4.00 pm on Tuesday, 4 February 2020. Organisations/groups who have received funding previously should re-apply if they wish to be considered for further funding.

For more information, contact Council on 6333 6257 or visit Council’s website.

Railway Museum Plaques

Become part of Bathurst’s railway family and purchase a replica brass engine plate with your family name to be displayed in perpetuity at the new Bathurst Rail Museum.

· Small 120mm x 65mm $250 inc GST

· Large* 240mm x 130mm $500 inc GST

*note: Large plaques also include the opportunity to have 150 words of your family history displayed on the upcoming Bathurst Rail Museum website.

For more information call 6333 6593. Purchase online at YourSay Bathurst or in person at BMEC.

Library

Technology for beginners workshop

10am to 1pm – Monday, 3 February

Do you need help using your smartphone, tablet or computer? Come to this free workshop to find out how the library’s tech assist program can help. To book, phone 6333 6281.

Author talk: Rachel Givney

6pm – Thursday, 6 February

If Jane Austen had to choose between love and literary fame, what would she do? Come to our first author talk of the year to hear about the brand new book, Jane in Love. Phone 6333 6281 to book.

BRAG

School Holiday Workshops

Art Journaling Your Home

10:30am – 12:30pm – Tuesday, 21 January

Fab Photos

1.30 – 3.30pm - Wednesday 22 January

Ages 6+ workshops cost per child- $10 BRAGS member, $12 non-member

Book at BRAG desk or by phoning 6333 6555

Tim Ross: Designing a Legacy

6.30pm - Thursday 13 February

Part talk. Part screening. Part comedy show. Join comedian, broadcaster and design nerd Tim Ross for a unique live cinematic show. Threading together a series of interconnected films with insights, anecdotes and his inimitable humour, Tim takes you on an architectural

adventure into some of Australia’s most significant modernist houses.

Entry: $35 BRAGS members, $39 concession & students, $45 non-members. Limited capacity, book now to avoid disappointment. Purchase online via EventBrite, at the

BRAG desk or by calling 6333 655.

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