What’s News at Bathurst Regional Council

MEDIA RELEASE 13 September 2019

Supercheap Auto Bathurst 1000

· The Supercars transporters and drivers’ parade will travel through the city centre from 11.30am on Wednesday, 9 October.

· Get your fan gear or memorabilia signed by your favourite driver in Kings Parade on Wednesday, October 9. All Supercars drivers participating in the Supercheap Auto Bathurst 1000 will be divided into two signing sessions. The first session is at 12.15pm and the second session is at 1.15pm.

· The Legendary Moments dinner will feature Greg Murphy, Steven Richards and Fred Gibson at Rydges at 10 October at 6.30pm. Tickets are $80 and available at www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

· The Saturday Street Fair will be on 12 October from 10am to 4pm. It is an opportunity take the family out to the markets in Kings Parade, enjoy the children’s rides and a variety of tasty treats.

· Local businesses are invited to participate in the Supercheap Auto Bathurst 1000 window display competition from Monday, 30 September to Sunday, 13 October. Dress windows or shopfronts in a race theme for a chance to win amazing prizes. Council will supply a starter pack with posters, balloons and bunting. Winners announced on Tuesday, 8 October and People’s Choice winner announced on Thursday, 17 October. To register, send your business details to kaitlin.collins@bathurst.nsw.gov.au or call 6333 6111. Registrations close Monday 23 September.

· Children are invited to take part in this year’s Bathurst 1000 colouring competition. Prizes include double trackside passes to the Supercheap Auto Bathurst 1000,

double passes to watch the start of the Sunday race from the podium and Supercars merchandise packs. Visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au to download an entry or for more information.

Water Restrictions

Level 4-5 (extreme) water restrictions will be in effect as of Monday, 14 October in response to the limited water available in Chifley Dam. The implementation of Level 4-5 water restrictions (extreme) will further limit outdoor water use and penalties may apply. For more information visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/waterwise

BizMonth Lunch with Ita Buttrose

The lunch offers business owners and representatives cross-industry networking and referral opportunities. The lunch is part of Council’s broader BizMonth campaign, which is a month dedicated to celebrating local businesses.

Date: 24 September

Time: 12.00pm – 2.00pm

Location: Goldfields, Mount Panorama Bathurst

Cost: $70.00

For more information or to book visit bathurstbusinesshub.com.au

YourSay Bathurst

Council is currently seeking feedback on the following projects via the YourSay Bathurst website:

· Draft Council Policies

· Draft Library Strategic Plan

Pillars of Bathurst

The Pillars of Bathurst project honours the lives and contributions of past residents who have played an important role in the history of the region throughout the different eras. Nominations are now open for the 2020 Pillars of Bathurst. Nomination forms and guidelines are available from https://yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/pillars

Nominations close 29 November.

Bathurst Regional Art Gallery

Masterclass: Collage Salon with Deborah Kelly

Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 September

Bookings essential. Call the gallery on 6333 6555 for more information.

Library

Charles Sturt University Explorations Series

Tuesday 17 September 6-8 pm

Call 6333 6281 or register at csu.edu.au/explorations

Free Sydney Symphony Orchestra Livestream

Elgar’s Cello Concerto

Wednesday 18 September 6-9pm

To book call 6333 6281

School holiday activities

Various dates September 30 – October 9

Stop-motion animation, kids’ yoga, steampunk craft and superhero workshops are just some of the

fun activities being held at the library in the school holidays. For details, pick up a

program at the library or visit the website. Book early to secure your place on 6333 6281 (some

activities include a fee; credit cards accepted).

Community Planting Day - Macquarie River

Saturday, 28 September at 10am

With the spring planting season already upon us, Council is calling on the community to don their gardening gloves, embrace the outdoors and lend us a hand.

For further information, please phone 0428 386 549 or 6333 6285 or council@bathurst.nsw.gov.au.

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