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MEDIA RELEASE 5 August 2022

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CCTV funding program

Council is providing funding to assist local businesses improve security and community safety.

Businesses may apply for funding up to a maximum of $500 on a dollar-for-dollar basis, under the criteria of the CCTV funding program.

Applications close: 4pm Friday 19 August

Access improvement grants

Council, in partnership with the Bathurst Regional Access Committee provides grants to assist businesses and non-profit organisations improve access and inclusion to their place of business/organisation

Applications close: 4pm Friday 12 August

For more information on either grant program visit bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Sporting Association Grants

Each year Council provides a grant scheme to assist local sporting organisations to undertake specific works or purchase equipment for the advancement of sport in the Bathurst region. Sporting organisations that are affiliated with the Bathurst District Sport and Recreation Council are eligible to apply for these grants. A total of $20,000 has been allocated to this scheme. Further information and application forms are available from Council’s Recreation Section on 6333 6285 or Council’s website bathurst.nsw.gov.au.

Applications close on Tuesday 27 September.

Bathurst Town Centre Master Plan and Draft Policy

The Bathurst Town Centre Master Plan was adopted by Council in July to inform future decision making within the CBD. The draft policy Futureproofing our CBD – 2022 and beyond is now on public exhibition. To provide feedback visit yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Host Families wanted

The Bathurst Visitor Information Centre is looking for families to host Japanese High School Students from 3 – 6 March 2023. It is a great opportunity to share and learn about each other’s culture. Hosting one or more students is compensated, and you will have the opportunity to join in some of the cultural exchange activities at the welcome and farewell. If you are interested, contact Bathurst Visitor Information Centre for more information 6332 1444 or email visitors@bathurst.nsw.gov.au.

Test Run at Mount Panorama

The course for the World Athletics Cross Country Championships Bathurst 23 will host 500 runners this Sunday, 7 August at a test event as part of the planning for the February world championship.

Partnering with Athletics NSW the event will also stage the New South Wales short course cross country championships, allowing runners between the ages of 9-84 to put the course to the test.

For more information visit https://worldathletics.org/competitions/world-athletics-cross-country-championships/bathurst23

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Media contact: Corinne Boer Media & Communications Officer P: 6333 6179 M: 0448 685 340 E: corinne.boer@bathurst.nsw.gov.au

MEDIA RELEASE 4 August 2020

Council has secured a contract for renewable electricity to power large sites and streetlighting by combining with ten other councils from the central NSW region and five councils from the riverina region in a joint procurement process.

Coordinated by Central NSW Joint Organisation, Council has entered into a Renewable Electricity Supply Agreement with Iberdrola (Australia) P/L to supply 100 per cent renewable electricity until 2030. The 100 per cent renewables will come from electricity supplied from the Bodangara Wind Farm near Wellington NSW, and the retirement of Large-Scale Generation Certificates associated with that project. There will be an option to change to the Flyers Creek Wind Farm, another Iberdrola project under construction near Blayney, when it becomes operational.

Mayor Robert Taylor said the contract will commence next year and will achieve zero emissions electricity for large sites and streetlights from the contract start date.

“This agreement has many advantages for Council and our community. It secures a clean energy supply for Council operations, supports investment in renewables in the central west, reduces Council’s reliance on fossil fuels, and importantly protects us from increasing price volatility in the electricity market,” he said.

Iberdrola Australia Managing Director and CEO, Ross Rolfe AO said we are delighted to be partnering with Councils in the central NSW and riverina regions, enabling them to access reliable and affordable clean energy backed by our wind farms and flexible, fast-start assets.

“We have worked with the Councils and communities in these regions for many years and we are very pleased to be deepening our partnership with them. These Councils have supported not only our strategy but also the Australian economy’s green energy transition,” he said.

“Looking ahead, we see many further opportunities to collaborate with our partners to create shared value for our stakeholders in regional NSW”.

Central NSW Joint Organisation Chair, Cr Kevin Beatty said the buying power of 16 councils from the central NSW and riverina regions with a total combined electricity consumption of 36GWh per year is substantial. Collectively, the Central NSW region will source around 78% of its electricity for Councils’ large sites and streetlighting from renewable energy under this deal. This is a huge win for the region” he said.

Signing of the renewable electricity contract will see Council exceed the renewable electricity targets of the Renewable Energy Action Plan which was adopted in 2020. Alongside Council’s continued work to improve energy efficiency and install more solar at its sites, this agreement will help Council reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by around 7,500 tonnes of CO₂e annually.

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MEDIA RELEASE 29 July 2022

Register your pet

Council has a new service which sends SMS reminders to dog and cat owners to register their pets.

Registering your pet and updating the contact details, if required, is the best way to ensure your pet is returned to you if they ever become lost. Another round of reminders will be sent to pet owners soon.

The registration fee is a once-only payment, which covers the cat or dog for its lifetime in NSW, regardless of any changes in ownership. You can visit www.petregistry.nsw.gov.au to register and update your details. Don’t forget to have your desexing paperwork with you to access the discounted fees.

CCTV funding program

Council is providing funding to assist local businesses improve security and community safety.

Businesses may apply for funding up to a maximum of $500 on a dollar-for-dollar basis, under the criteria of the CCTV funding program.

Applications close: 4pm Friday 19 August

Access improvement grants

Council, in partnership with the Bathurst Regional Access Committee provides grants to assist businesses and non-profit organisations improve access and inclusion to their place of business/organisation

Applications close: 4pm Friday 12 August

For more information on either grant program visit bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Sporting Association Grants

Each year Council provides a grant scheme to assist local sporting organisations to undertake specific works or purchase equipment for the advancement of sport in the Bathurst region. Sporting organisations that are affiliated with the Bathurst District Sport and Recreation Council are eligible to apply for these grants. A total of $20,000 has been allocated to this scheme. Further information and application forms are available from Council’s Recreation Section on 6333 6285 or Council’s website bathurst.nsw.gov.au.

Applications close on Tuesday 27 September.

Let’s get our scrap sorted

Partnering with NetWaste and the EPA, Council is inviting residents to complete a survey that seeks to understand how to use the green lidded kerbside Food Organics Garden Organics (FOGO) bin.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FGWRHFP

Bathurst Town Centre Master Plan and Draft Policy

The Bathurst Town Centre Master Plan was adopted by Council in July to inform future decision making within the CBD. The draft policy Futureproofing our CBD – 2022 and beyond is now on public exhibition. To provide feedback visit yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Coffee with a Councillor

As part of local government week, we will host Coffee with a Councillor on Tuesday, 2 August from 10am to 12pm at the Rail Museum. The community is invited to come and have a chat and a free coffee and morning tea. RSVP to events@bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Host Families wanted

The Bathurst Visitor Information Centre is looking for families to host Japanese High School Students from 3 – 6 March 2023. It is a great opportunity to share and learn about each other’s culture. Hosting one or more students is compensated, and you will have the opportunity to join in some of the cultural exchange activities at the welcome and farewell. If you are interested, contact Bathurst Visitor Information Centre for more information 6332 1444 or email visitors@bathurst.nsw.gov.au.

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Media contact: Media Officer

MEDIA RELEASE 22 July 2022

Nine Bathurst entrants were winners or came highly commended in this year’s Waste 2 Art regional exhibition held in Lithgow.

Waste 2 Art aims to inspire communities to find innovative and creative ways to repurpose, recover, recycle, and upcycle used materials and resources, diverting them away from landfill.

Sixty-seven artworks were submitted to the local exhibition held at BMEC and the winners from 11 categories went to the regional exhibition.

Mayor Robert Taylor congratulated the entrants and said he was impressed with the quality and skill on display.

“The artworks were truly inspiring and highlights the breadth of artistic skill here in our community,” he said.

Highly Commended:

• Bathurst Pre School Goodstart Gilmour Street – Highly Commended for “Biyang Gidyira, Many Animals”
• Henry Callan – Highly Commended for “Camping at Easter”
• Eglinton Public School Stage 1 – Highly Commended for “If it’s Not in the Bin, it’s On You”
• Julie Lucato – Highly Commended for “Jeb the Bear”
• Fiona Howle – Highly Commended for “Umbrella- La Nina Made Me Do It”

Winners:

• Chelsea Stocks won the High School 3-dimensional category with “Jellyfish Junkyard”
• Julie Lucato won the Community 2 -dimensional category with “Bower Bird”
• Chantelle Holmes won the Open 3-dimensional category with “You Are Not Alone”
• Heather Snitch received OVERALL WINNER of the Regional Exhibition with “Plastic Doesn’t Grow on Trees”

The regional exhibition is open 10am-4pm Monday to Friday at the Lithgow Union Theatre, 65 Bridge Street until 7 August, and Bathurst residents are strongly encouraged to go and see the local entries on display!

For more information on the Waste 2 Art program visit: https://www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/residents/waste/waste-2-artwaste2art.html

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MEDIA RELEASE 22 July 2022

National Tree Day – Macquarie Wambuul River community tree planting day

Council is holding a community tree planting day on Sunday 24 July from 10am – 12 noon at the Hereford Street open space reserve. Give as much or as little time as you can spare – it all makes a difference to help rehabilitate our local rivers, creek and woodlands. No experience is needed and all plants and equipment are provided.

Please bring water, sunscreen, and a hat and wear suitable shoes, and clothing for being outdoors. To ensure safe hygiene practices we ask that you please bring along your own gardening gloves. Council will provide hand washing facilities. The event will go ahead in light rain, so please bring a raincoat if required. All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult carer.

For further information and/or to register please phone0407 256 791 or 6333 6233.

Register your pet

Council has a new service which sends SMS reminders to dog and cat owners to register their pets.

Registering your pet and updating the contact details, if required, is the best way to ensure your pet is returned to you if they ever become lost. Another round of reminders will be sent to pet owners soon.

The registration fee is a once-only payment, which covers the cat or dog for its lifetime in NSW, regardless of any changes in ownership. You can visit www.petregistry.nsw.gov.au to register and update your details. Don’t forget to have your desexing paperwork with you to access the discounted fees.

CCTV funding program

Council is providing funding to assist local businesses improve security and community safety.

Businesses may apply for funding up to a maximum of $500 on a dollar-for-dollar basis, under the criteria of the CCTV funding program.

Applications close: 4pm Friday 19 August

Access improvement grants

Council, in partnership with the Bathurst Regional Access Committee provides grants to assist businesses and non-profit organisations improve access and inclusion to their place of business/organisation

Applications close: 4pm Friday 12 August

For more information on either grant program visit bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Sporting Association Grants

Each year Council provides a grant scheme to assist local sporting organisations to undertake specific works or purchase equipment for the advancement of sport in the Bathurst region. Sporting organisations that are affiliated with the Bathurst District Sport and Recreation Council are eligible to apply for these grants. A total of $20,000 has been allocated to this scheme. Further information and application forms are available from Council’s Recreation Section on 6333 6285 or Council’s website bathurst.nsw.gov.au.

Applications close on Tuesday 27 September.

Partnerships for Prevention – Bathurst’s Illegal Dumping Action Plan

We encourage the community to continue to report illegal dumping activity and to come along to the community workshop planned for Wednesday 27 July to help develop the Bathurst Illegal Dumping Action Plan.

The two hour workshop will be held at the Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre at 2.30pm. To RSVP give Council a call on 6333 6211.

This grant project is a NSW Environment Protection Authority, Waste Less Recycle More initiative funded from the waste levy.

Bathurst District Court and Recreation Council

Bathurst District Sport and Recreation Council is holding a future directions workshop on Monday 18 July at BMEC at 6pm. All sporting and recreation clubs, organisations and individuals are invited to attend the workshop to discussion the future of BDSRC. To RSVP call 0428319501.

Little Bang Discovery Club

The library science club for pre-schoolers will start on Monday mornings from 25 July. Running for six weeks, children can learn what it means to be a scientist and the very basics of science concepts with hands on experiments and activities. For further information and bookings phone 6333 6281.

Emissions Reduction Plan

Council has prepared a draft Emissions Reduction Plan for its operations. Further information and background is available on Council’s YourSay website yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au emissions. The draft plan is on exhibition until 25 July. For more information, phone 6333 6211.

Let’s get our scrap sorted

Partnering with NetWaste and the EPA, Council is inviting residents to complete a survey that seeks to understand how to use the green lidded kerbside Food Organics Garden Organics (FOGO) bin.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FGWRHFP

Coffee with a Councillor

As part of local government week, we will host Coffee with a Councillor on Tuesday, 2

August from 10am to 12pm at the Rail Museum. The community is invited to come and have a chat and a free coffee and morning tea. RSVP to events@bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Host Families wanted

The Bathurst Visitor Information Centre is looking for families to host Japanese High School Students from 3 – 6 March 2023. It is a great opportunity to share and learn about each other’s culture. Hosting one or more students is compensated, and you will have the opportunity to join in some of the cultural exchange activities at the welcome and farewell. If you are interested, contact Bathurst Visitor Information Centre for more information 6332 1444 or email visitors@bathurst.nsw.gov.au.

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Media contact: Media Officer

MEDIA RELEASE 22 July 2022

Bathurst Regional Council has joined Charles Sturt University in unveiling a new look and a new location for Council’s popular Careers Expo.

The event, which has been running as the Bathurst Jobs Expo since 2014, is now the Bathurst Careers Expo and will be held at the Charles Sturt University campus next month, on Tuesday 9 August.

Mayor Robert Taylor said the expo is a popular event that attracts hundreds of students and job keepers from across the region.

“The Expo is a central point for students and job keepers to meet with a range of education providers, local employers and government agencies in one location.

“To date we already have more than 50 registered stallholders and we expect this number to grow giving visitors to the expo a broad range of information and career opportunities to explore.”

“This year, it will also give the students a chance to get to know more about the Charles Sturt University campus and open up the range of study options available to them at our own local university,” Cr Taylor said.

Charles Sturt Vice-Chancellor, Professor Renée Leon welcomed the opportunity to host the Bathurst Careers Expo at the University.

“This is the first year the event will be held on university grounds, within the Charles Sturt Bathurst gymnasium, which will facilitate an increased number of stalls and attendees with the larger space,” Professor Leon said.

Charles Sturt representatives will be available to speak about courses, campuses and the Charles Sturt Advantage early admissions program.

Professor Leon said staff from IBM Australia would also be in attendance to offer further insights into the partnership with the University.

“Our partnership with IBM Australia will open doors for those seeking a career in the IT sector through internships and job opportunities thereafter,” Professor Leon said.

“The Charles Sturt team at the expo will be able to offer expert advice on course options across all of our schools, including allied health, engineering, education and business.

“We are looking forward to working with Bathurst Regional Council and the local community to deliver this important event and welcome all job-seekers and employers to our Bathurst campus.”

The Bathurst Careers Expo will be held on Tuesday 9 August 2022 at the Charles Sturt University gymnasium between 9am and 3pm.

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MEDIA RELEASE 15 July 2022

National Tree Day – Macquarie Wambuul River community tree planting day

Council is holding a community tree planting day on Sunday 24 July from 10am – 12 noon at the Hereford Street open space reserve. Give as much or as little time as you can spare – it all makes a difference to help rehabilitate our local rivers, creek and woodlands.

No experience is needed and all plants and equipment are provided.

Please bring water, sunscreen, and a hat and wear suitable shoes, and clothing for being outdoors. To ensure safe hygiene practices we ask that you please bring along your own gardening gloves. Council will provide hand washing facilities. The event will go ahead in light rain, so please bring a raincoat if required. All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult carer.

For further information and/or to register please contact Bill Josh on 0407 256 791 (Community Environmental Engagement Officer) or Kristie Kearney (Environmental Programs Coordinator) on (02) 6333 6233.

Register your pet

Council has a new service which sends SMS reminders to dog and cat owners to register their pets.

Registering your pet and updating the contact details, if required, is the best way to ensure your pet is returned to you if they ever become lost. Another round of reminders will be sent to pet owners soon.

The registration fee is a once-only payment, which covers the cat or dog for its lifetime in NSW, regardless of any changes in ownership. You can visit www.petregistry.com.au to register and update your details. Don’t forget to have your desexing paperwork with you to access the discounted fees.

CCTV funding program

Council is providing funding to assist local businesses improve security and community safety.

Businesses may apply for funding up to a maximum of $500 on a dollar-for-dollar basis, under the criteria of the CCTV funding program.

Applications close: 4pm Friday 19 August

Access improvement grants

Council, in partnership with the Bathurst Regional Access Committee provides grants to assist businesses and non-profit organisations improve access and inclusion to their place of business/organisation

Applications close: 4pm Friday 12 August

For more information on either grant program visit bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Partnerships for Prevention – Bathurst’s Illegal Dumping Action Plan

We encourage the community to continue to report illegal dumping activity and to come along to the community workshop planned for Wednesday 27 July to help develop the Bathurst Illegal Dumping Action Plan.

The two hour workshop will be held at the Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre at 2.30pm. To RSVP give Council a call on 6333 6211.

This grant project is a NSW Environment Protection Authority, Waste Less Recycle More initiative funded from the waste levy.

Bathurst District Court and Recreation Council

Bathurst District Sport and Recreation Council is holding a future directions workshop on Monday 18 July 2022 at BMEC at 6pm. All sporting and recreation clubs, organisations and individuals are invited to attend the workshop to discussion the future of BDSRC. To RSVP call 0428319501.

Bathurst Winter Festival

Enjoy the final weekend of the Bathurst Winter Festival. Festival fixtures including the McDonald’s Bathurst Ice Rink, giant ferris wheel and carousel will be back. The program for this year features food and wine events, festival nights and plenty of activities for families with children. Tickets for the ice rink are now available online only at www.bathurstwinterfestival.com.au

Little Bang Discovery Club

The library science club for pre-schoolers will start on Monday mornings from 25 July. Running for six weeks, children can learn what it means to be a scientist and the very basics of science concepts with hands on experiments and activities. For further information and bookings phone 6333 6281.

Emissions Reduction Plan

Council has prepared a draft Emissions Reduction Plan for its operations. Further information and background is available on Council’s YourSay website yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au emissions. The draft plan is on exhibition until 25 July. For more information, phone 6333 6211.

Let’s get our scrap sorted

Partnering with NetWaste and the EPA, Council is inviting residents to complete a survey that seeks to understand how to use the green lidded kerbside Food Organics Garden Organics (FOGO) bin.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FGWRHFP

MEDIA RELEASE 12July 2022

The community is invited to a workshop to help develop the Bathurst Illegal Dumping Action Plan and build on the success of recent campaigns to curb illegal dumping activities across the local government area.

Council has been working with the NSW Environmental Protection Authority through the Partnerships for Prevention grant program to combat illegal dumping across the LGA.

Mayor Cr Robert Taylor said illegal dumping incidents spiked during the COVID lockdowns in 2020-21 with approximately 250 dumping incidents in an 18 month period, a 156% increase compared to previous year.

“To help combat this illegal dumping trend Council has deployed several mobile illegal dumping monitoring cameras at hotspots across the region and implemented a community focused communication strategy. This has included educational social media campaigns, advertising in print and radio media, installation of informative signage and participatory workshops.

“The campaign is working. We have seen a drop in illegal dumping incidents, they are down by 47% in 2022. This is encouraging, but there is more to be done.

“We encourage the community to continue to report illegal dumping activity and to come along to the community workshop planned for Wednesday 27 July.

“The two hour workshop will give community members a chance to provide feedback and inform the development of Bathurst’s Illegal Dumping Action Plan and discuss preventative measures and strategies,“ Cr Taylor said.

The workshop will be held at the Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre at 2.30pm. To RSVP give Council a call on 6333 6211.

This grant project is a NSW Environment Protection Authority, Waste Less Recycle More initiative funded from the waste levy.

MEDIA RELEASE 8 July 2022

Register your pet

Council has a new service which sends SMS reminders to dog and cat owners to register their pets.

Registering your pet and updating the contact details, if required, is the best way to ensure your pet is returned to you if they ever become lost. Another round of reminders will be sent to pet owners soon.

The registration fee is a once-only payment, which covers the cat or dog for its lifetime in NSW, regardless of any changes in ownership. You can visit www.petregistry.com.au to register and update your details. Don’t forget to have your desexing paperwork with you to access the discounted fees.

CCTV funding program

Council is providing funding to assist local businesses improve security and community safety.

Businesses may apply for funding up to a maximum of $500 on a dollar-for-dollar basis, under the criteria of the CCTV funding program.

Applications close: 4pm Friday 19 August

Access improvement grants

Council, in partnership with the Bathurst Regional Access Committee provides grants to assist businesses and non-profit organisations improve access and inclusion to their place of business/organisation

Applications close: 4pm Friday 12 August

For more information on either grant program visit bathurst.nsw.gov.au

At the Library

NAIDOC Film Festival

In celebration of NAIDOC Week the library will be streaming two documentaries on the big screen on Sunday 10 July. The films will be available for viewing with Bluetooth headphones available at the library front desk. Running from 11am to 2.30pm you can drop in for a short time or stay for

the whole time. No bookings required.

At BRAG

Monotype and foam block Wednesday 13 July | 2.30 - 4.30pm

Explore printmaking by learning how to create monotype and foam block prints. Inspired by the prints in the exhibition ‘Luke Sciberras: Side of the Sky’, participants will learn techniques to create unique art prints as well as multiple print run.

For ages 8 and up.

Drypoint Etching

Thursday 14 July | 2.30 - 4.30pm

Participants will learn techniques and create a dry point etching. This technique can be used to create multiple copies of the image created on a ‘printing plate’. The workshop is inspired by the artist prints in the current exhibition 'Luke Sciberras: Side of the Sky'.

For ages 8 and up.

To purchase your ticket visit bathurstart.com.au

Bathurst Winter Festival

The Bathurst Winter Festival is back for the school holidays from 2-17 July. Festival fixtures including the McDonald’s Bathurst Ice Rink, giant ferris wheel and carousel will be back. The program for this year features food and wine events, festival nights and plenty of activities for families with children. Tickets for the ice rink are now available online only at www.bathurstwinterfestival.com.au

Little Bang Discovery Club

The library science club for pre-schoolers will start on Monday mornings from 25 July. Running for six weeks, children can learn what it means to be a scientist and the very basics of science concepts with hands on experiments and activities. For further information and bookings phone 6333 6281.

Emissions Reduction Plan

Council has prepared a draft Emissions Reduction Plan for its operations. Further information and background is available on Council’s YourSay website yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au emissions. The draft plan is on exhibition until 25 July. For more information, phone 6333 6211.

Let’s get our scrap sorted

Partnering with NetWaste and the EPA, Council is inviting residents to complete a survey that seeks to understand how to use the green lidded kerbside Food Organics Garden Organics (FOGO) bin.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FGWRHFP

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MEDIA RELEASE 1 July 2022

Explore and discover all the wonders the Winter Festival has to offer these school holidays.

Mayor Robert Taylor said the city centre has been transformed into a winter wonderland and there’s a variety of attractions and activities for the whole family.

“Festival fixtures including the McDonald’s Bathurst Ice Rink, giant ferris wheel and carousel are back,” he said.

“The program for this year is extensive featuring food and wine stalls, festival nights and plenty of activities for families with children.

“From sundown to 10pm each night the popular illuminations will be displayed on buildings around the CBD”.

Regional tourism expert from the Charles Sturt University School of Business, Dr Clifford Lewis said research has shown that events bring the community together and help instil pride in the town.

“They provide an opportunity for residents to invite others to come visit, and with that be an ambassador for the area. In doing so, it facilitates a sense of place attachment helping to keep residents, while also works to market the town to new potential residents,” he said.

“Events like the Bathurst Winter Festival also help showcase the place. The food and wine stalls in particular, allow local residents and small businesses to put their work on display.”

Highlights

Armada Bathurst Opening Night

Saturday 2 July | 4pm - 9pm

Starting from 4pm, join in the fun with ice skating, carnival rides, roving street performers on stilts and live music to get you dancing in the street. Illuminations will be switched on at 5:45pm.

Tremain’s Mill will be another hot spot for visitors to enjoy light, film, music, art and enjoy a lantern parade.

The FAST CARS Lantern Parade will feature a drum circle, live music, a mini film festival, mulled wine and delicious food. This event features a collaboration between local artist Nicole Welch and, Leanna Carr-Smith Wiradyuri Elder Wirribee, Kate Smith and drummer Rob Shannon, showcasing their works from 5pm.

Food and wine:

Smoking Brothers Catering

The Original Fairy Floss Company

Doppio

Renzaglia Wines

Cosmo Brewing

Charles Sturt University Brew & Bite

Friday 8 July | 4pm - 9pm

Saturday 9 July | 12pm - 9pm

Enjoy food, live entertainment and music and twilight markets, go ice skating or a spin on the show rides, see colourful after-dark illuminations and much more. Mulled wine, spiced cider, local gin and ales are a clear favourite during Brew & Bite. Bring or buy your reusable festival cup and match your drop to your favourite bite to eat.

DIY Film Festival

Festival weekends at Tremain’s Mill

Art in the Park

2-17 July

Explore the artworks of regional artists in Machattie Park, each day of the festival.

Regional artists include:

• Hui Selwood

• Leanne Thompson

• Ludwig Mlcek Mlcek

• Justin Lampe

Machattie Park will also feature some surprises for visitors:

• Festoon lined pathways

• Colourful trees

• Experience the fountain under a canopy of lights

• Wander through the geodome as you enter Machattie Park

• Walk through rainbows and be surprised with hidden gems throughout the park

• And don’t miss the giant flowers in Kings Parade

For more information visit www.bathurstwinterfestival.com.au

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