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MEDIA RELEASE 7 February 2020

The second stage of the CBD CCTV project will commence on Monday, 10 February.

The CCTV scheme is aimed at increasing safety and deterring crime and antisocial behaviour. Installation of the CCTV is a staged rollout, with stage one commissioned in July last year.

Mayor Bobby Bourke said the second stage of the project includes the expansion of the control centres, laying of fibre and installation of ten cameras along William St, Keppel St, Russell Street, Howick & George Street.

“The cameras will cover sections of Keppel St, Havannah St, William St, George St, Russell St, Howick St, Piper St and Machattie Park,” he said.

Works will commence on Monday, 10 February with the location of existing underground services in sections of Russell and Rankin Streets and underboring to commence shortly after.

Underboring will take approximately twelve to sixteen weeks to complete followed by cabling and camera installation works. While the underboring is underway, there will be an impact on parking. A truck and trailer will be parked in the street at the pit entry and exit point. These vehicles will take approximately six carparks. The system is expected to go live in June.

The project is funded with $400,000 from the Federal Government and $250,000 from Council. For more information visit the Smart Communities page at www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

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Media Contact - Media Officer

MEDIA RELEASE 7 February 2020

Celebrate with the NSW Seniors Festival

The NSW Seniors Festival will be held from February 12 to 23 and is a celebration of the valuable contribution seniors make to the community. A variety of activities and entertainment will be available for all seniors to enjoy including bus tours, music, morning teas, open days and much more.

Mayor Bobby Bourke said the festival is a chance to say thank you to all the senior members of our community for their service and contribution.

“It’s also an opportunity to make new friends or get together with old ones and participate in many community events,” he said.

“I would like to thank the senior members of our community who contribute immensely to the region by being involved in community groups, clubs, charities and volunteering.

Council-run activities for NSW Seniors Festival include:

• National Motor Racing Museum Tour
  Tuesday, 18 February 11.00am – 1.00pm.
  Free event, bookings required.

• Monday Movie Matinee
  Monday, 17 February 2.00pm- 4.00pm.
  Bathurst Library meeting room.
  Free event, bookings required.

• Memoir writing workshop “Once Upon My Life”

Wednesday, 19 February 9.30am - 1.30pm.
Bathurst Library.
Free event, bookings required.

• Karen Knowles Show
  Saturday, 22 February at 2.00pm.
  BMEC
  $18 for seniors, bookings essential.

For more information, please visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Media Contact: Media Officer

MEDIA RELEASE 24 January 2020

Suttor, Mitre, Lambert Street Roundabout

Due to the Mitre, Suttor, Lambert Street roundabout construction, there will be changed traffic conditions in the area.

The bus interchange will be relocated to the front of Assumption Church and there will be changes to school drop-off and pick-up zones.

The intersection will remain open under traffic control; however, delays are expected with reduced speed limits. Please allow extra time for school drop off and pick up.

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

Parking in school zones

The commencement of the school term is almost here and its appropriate to remind parents and caregivers that if they breach parking regulations in a school zone, they are risking a big fine and possible loss of points from their drivers' licence.

Disobeying parking restrictions around schools puts the safety of children at risk.

Rangers will be monitoring parking at our schools once the school term commences.

More information can be found here https://bit.ly/2PDrP0T

Australia Day Celebrations

Council’s Australia Day Celebrations will commence with the Australia Day Awards Ceremony tonight, 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 Award

• Bathurst Region National Trust Heritage Awards

• 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.

Australia Day Ambassadors Lana and Roger Borg will join our celebrations.

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.

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Media contact: Therese Ryan Manager Corporate Communications P: 02 6333 6202
M: 0437 958 478 E: therese.ryan@bathurst.nsw.gov.au

MEDIA RELEASE 21 January 2020

The Bathurst Buy Local Gift Card, an initiative of Bathurst Regional Council which encourages people to shop locally, has hit a new milestone with more than half a million dollars being loaded onto the cards.

Mayor Bobby Bourke said this was a great result for local businesses particularly given that the region is in a midst of a drought.

“The initiative means that $512 601 has been spent in our community bolstering the economy and supporting local businesses, as opposed to potentially being spent online or outside of our region,” he said.

“December 2019 proved to be the most successful month since the initiative was first implemented by Council in 2015. More than 700 cards were purchased with $45 370 loaded in a single month”.

Bathurst Business Chamber President Catherine Fitzsimons said the chamber was proud support the Buy Local Gift Card Campaign.

“It is really important that we support our local businesses, particularly during these dry times the region is currently experiencing. We hope that the success the program has achieved over the last few months continues well into 2020,” she said.

The cards can be redeemed at 129 local shops and can be purchased at Al Dente, Bathurst Visitor Information Centre, Books Plus, Cheekii Kidz Boutique, Easy Living Footwear, fifty8GEORGE, John Matthews & Co Pharmacy, Sassy My Style and SportsPower.

For a full list of retail outlets the card can be used at or for more information about the Buy Local Gift Card visit www.bathurstbusinesshub.com.au

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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Media contact: Media Officer

MEDIA RELEASE 10 January 2020

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.

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’s Strategic Planning Section, on (02) 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.

YourSay Bathurst

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

· Development Control Plan Changes – Eglinton West

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.

Museums Bathurst Volunteers Wanted

Museums Bathurst is offering exciting new opportunities to volunteer with the expanding network of museums run by Council. Volunteers are needed

to work in the Bathurst Rail Museum, the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum, the National Motor Racing Museum, Chifley Home and Education Centre and the

planned Central Tablelands Collection Facility in the following roles:

· Museums Bathurst Volunteer

· Bathurst Rail Museum Layout Volunteer

· Museums Bathurst Collections

For more information on the volunteer roles or to obtain an application form visit yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au Applications close: 18 January.

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 Bathurst CCTV Funding Program.

For further information, please phone 6333 6523 or visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au Applications close at 4pm on Friday, 17 January.

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.

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Media contact: Media Contact

MEDIA RELEASE 9 January 2020

The founders of Mama Lana’s Community Foundation, Lana and Roger Borg, have been announced as Bathurst’s Australia Day Ambassadors.

Mama Lana’s Community Foundation has over 80 volunteers dedicated to helping homeless and the underprivileged. The foundation offers hot meals six nights a week, supplies food and toiletry packs, as well as providing clothing, sleeping bags, swags and blankets. The foundation also works with other charities and support services.

Mayor Bobby Bourke said he was honoured to have both Lana and Roger Borg attend our Australia Day activities.

“Their dedication to helping those less fortunate is what being Australian is all about and we look forward to hearing their story which epitomises the Australian culture of giving and lending a hand to those who need it most," he said.

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 everyone 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 giveaways 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.

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Media contact: Media Contact

MEDIA RELEASE 07 January 2020

Get ready to take a selfie at your favourite museum or art gallery on International Museum Selfie Day on Wednesday, 15 January.

International Museum Selfie Day encourages people to visit and have fun at their local museums and galleries. The initiative has become an internet hit with hundreds of facilities participating and thousands of visitors around the globe taking imaginative and creative selfies with exhibits.

Mayor Bobby Bourke said the event was extremely popular in previous years and a wonderful way to raise awareness of regional museums and galleries.

“It’s a fun way for children and people of all ages to get creative and enjoy the wonderful facilities that we have in Bathurst,” he said.

Entry to the following facilities will be free on the day:

· Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum

· National Motor Racing Museum

· Chifley Home

· Bathurst Regional Art Gallery

· Bathurst Historical Society Museum

To participate, post your selfie with the hashtag #MuseumSelfieBathurst on Facebook or Instagram. The most imaginative post will receive a $100 Bathurst Buy Local Gift Card.

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Media contact: Media Officer

MEDIA RELEASE 3 January 2020

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 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.

YourSay Bathurst

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

· Development Control Plan Changes – Eglinton West

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.

Museums Bathurst Volunteers Wanted

Museums Bathurst is offering exciting new opportunities to volunteer with the expanding network of museums run by Council. Volunteers are needed

to work in the Bathurst Rail Museum, the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum, the National Motor Racing Museum, Chifley Home and Education Centre and the

planned Central Tablelands Collection Facility in the following roles:

· Museums Bathurst Volunteer

· Bathurst Rail Museum Layout Volunteer

· Museums Bathurst Collections

For more information on the volunteer roles or to obtain an application form visit yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au Applications close: 18 January.

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 Bathurst CCTV Funding Program.

For further information, please phone 6333 6523 or visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au. Applications close at 4pm on Friday, 17 January.

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.

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Media contact: Corinne Boer Media and Communications Officer P: 02 6333 6179
M: 0448 685 340 E: corinne.boer@bathurst.nsw.gov.au

MEDIA RELEASE 2 January 2020

A red alert warning has been issued for blue-green algae at Chifley Dam.

Mayor Bobby Bourke said the dam is currently closed to all recreational activities.

“Council will continue to monitor the dam algae levels in accordance with the guidelines,” he said.

The red alert level warning indicates that people should not undertake recreational activities where they may come into direct contact with the water such as swimming, as well as domestic use including showering and washing. Contact with the water may also pose a threat to livestock and pets.

For more information visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

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Media contact: Media Officer