News Centre

MEDIA RELEASE November 2019

Council is calling for expressions of interest for the next term of the Bathurst region Tourism Reference Group. The 12-member committee was first formed in late 2015 to help guide the implementation of the recently adopted Destination Management Plan (DMP) and provide expert tourism industry advice and guidance to Council.

Mayor Bobby Bourke said the former committee had been an integral part of shaping the direction of tourism in the Bathurst region.

“The 2015 DMP provided a five-year plan to guide the development of the Bathurst region as a premier tourism destination and the members of the Tourism Reference Group appointed in 2015 have worked hard to help shape the successful tourism industry of the region today,” he said.

“The term of the current group expires at the end of this year and with the simultaneous adoption of a new DMP, it is an exciting time for tourism in our region. Council is committed to supporting the further growth of the industry which is already worth over $230 million annually to our economy. I encourage suitably qualified community members to lodge their expressions of interest and assist Council in growing the destination”.

Council is looking for individuals with a range of skills and experience working within the visitor economy to represent the diverse industry sectors on the Tourism Reference Group.

Membership positions on the group are voluntary and are for a period of two years, or as vacancies arise.

Further information and application forms for membership of the next term of the Tourism Reference Group are available at www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au Applications close on 6 December 2019.

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Media contact: Media Officer

MEDIA RELEASE 15 November 2019

Village Meetings

Village meetings with residents in areas will be held during November. Residents are invited to attend and meet with Councillors and senior staff to discuss projects and any other matters of interest.

Each meeting will commence at 6.00pm and will be held at the following locations:

· Sofala, Memorial Hall - 25 November

· Wattle Flat, recreation Hall - 26 November

For further information, please phone 6333 6201.

YourSay Bathurst

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

· Footpath Restaurants Policy

· Draft Destination Management Plan

· Alec Lamberton Park Concept Design

· Garage Sale Survey

· Presentation of Financial Statements 18/19

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.

Host Families Wanted

Families are wanted to host Japanese Students from Toyo High School from Friday 6 March to Monday 9 March 2020. For more information and an application form please contact Bathurst Visitor Information Centre on 6332 1444.

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.

Sustainability Grant

A new Sustainability Grants program for schools has recently been launched by the NSW

Department of Education. All NSW public schools can apply for up to $15,000 of funding for sustainable projects. Applications close 29 November, so apply now bit.ly/36fNUdo

Library

Author Talk - Paul Byrnes

6pm – Wednesday, 27 November

Book Sale

Friday, 29 November - Sunday 1 December

Author Talk: Chris Krupa

6pm – Thursday, 5 December

For further information on any of these events and to book, phone the Library on 6333 6281.

Welcome Wagon

The next Welcome Wagon is on Tuesday, 19 November at 5.30pm at BVIC. This event is for new residents to Bathurst to meet and greet others new to the city. Please RSVP to live@bathurst.nsw.gov.au or phone 6333 6182.

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Media contact: Media Officer

MEDIA RELEASE 8 November 2019

Village Meetings

Village meetings with residents in areas will be held during November. Residents are invited to attend and meet with Councillors and senior staff to discuss projects and any other matters of interest.

Each meeting will commence at 6.00pm and will be held at the following locations:

Yetholme, Community Hall - 11 November

Trunkey Creek, Community Hall - 12 November

Sofala, Memorial Hall - 25 November

Wattle Flat, recreation Hall - 26 November

For further information, please phone 6333 6201.

Food and Flix – Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

The Youth Council’s Food and Flix will return to the Adventure Playground on Friday, 15 November. The event will start at 6.30pm with movie screening at 8.00pm. People are encouraged to bring a blanket and a picnic. There will also be some food available. Entry is free. For more information visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Water Smart Gardening

Qualified horticulturist and award-winning gardener, Dhyan Blore, will present a series of workshops for home gardeners at Rahamim Ecology Centre. Topics include caring for plants in dry times, maximising water in gardens and plants, the importance of mulch, features of drought tolerant plants, water for backyard birds and wildlife and using greywater on gardens. Weekday and weekend sessions available. For more information or to book visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/waterrestrictions

YourSay Bathurst

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

· Footpath Restaurants Policy

· Draft Destination Management Plan

· Alec Lamberton Park Concept Design

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.

Host Families Wanted

Families are wanted to host Japanese Students from Toyo High School from Friday 6 March to Monday 9 March 2020. For more information and an application form please contact Bathurst Visitor Information Centre on 6332 1444.

Library

Author Talk - Paul Byrnes

6pm – Wednesday, 27 November

Book Sale

Friday, 29 November - Sunday 1 December

Author Talk: Chris Krupa

6pm – Thursday, 5 December

For further information on any of these events and to book, phone the Library on 6333 6281.

Suttor, Mitre, Lambert St Roundabout

Council is holding two drop-in sessions on Thursday, 14 November to give residents an

opportunity to find out more about the construction of the roundabout at Suttor, Mitre

Lambert Streets.

12.00pm – 2.00pm at Upstairs Startup Hub, Level 1/203-209 Russell Street

2.30pm – 4.30pm at Scout Hall, Suttor Street, West Bathurst.

Receive regular project updates on the YourSay Bathurst website.

Welcome Wagon

The next Welcome Wagon is on Tuesday, 19 November at 5.30pm at BVIC. This event is for new residents to Bathurst to meet and greet others new to the city. Please RSVP to live@bathurst.nsw.gov.au or phone 6333 6182.

Tree Planting Day

Sunday 10 November

The ‘Rehabilitation of the Macquarie River Riparian Corridor’ projects planting stage is on the home stretch with over forty local volunteers already giving their time to plant native trees, shrubs and grasses along a 1km stretch of the Macquarie River.

Commencing at 10am at the Baillie Street Open Space (Cnr Havannah Street and Sydney Road- Kendall Ave), adults and kids alike can assist in planting native trees and shrubs and other tasks that will improve the health of the Macquarie River and its riparian corridor. There will be a free barbecue lunch afterwards. For further information please contact Bill Josh on 0407 256 791 or Kristie Kearney (Environmental Programs Coordinator) on 6333 6285 or council@bathurst.nsw.gov.au.

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Media contact: Media Officer

MEDIA RELEASE 7 November 2019

Council will hold two drop-in information sessions on the construction of the roundabout at Suttor, Mitre and Lambert Streets on Thursday, 14 November.

The first drop-in session will be at the Upstairs Startup Hub from 12.00pm to 2.00pm and the second session will be at the Scout Hall in West Bathurst from 2.30pm to 4.30pm.

Mayor Bobby Bourke said Council staff will be available at the each of the sessions to answer any questions, queries or concerns that residents may have.

“I encourage people to pop by anytime during one of the sessions to learn how the construction of the roundabout may impact them,” he said.

The roundabout is being built in response to community concerns and feedback about safety issues at the intersection. The construction of the roundabout is a complex and lengthy project due to the design of the intersection and the number of underground services in the area. It is envisaged the project will take approximately nine months to complete.

The project will be conducted in stages. The first of which are outlined below:

Stage one

Carpark construction adjacent to the shops and water main works at the rear of the shops. The intersection will remain open under traffic control. Access between Coral Way and Suttor Street will be closed for the duration of the project.

Stage two

Water main works at the intersection. The intersection will remain open under traffic control. Stages one and two are expected to take approximately eight weeks.

Stage three

Road realignment and service relocation. Suttor and Mitre Streets will remain open under traffic control. Lambert Street will be fully closed to traffic. This is scheduled to occur during school holidays to minimise impact to traffic. This stage is expected to take approximately four weeks.

As the project progresses, the subsequent stages will be detailed on the Bathurst YourSay website. Regular project updates will be published on the YourSay Bathurst website where you can also subscribe to receive a newsletter with the latest information.

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Media contact: Media Officer

MEDIA RELEASE 1 November 2019

Garage Sale

Looking to rehome preloved homewares, clothes or furniture? Registrations are now open for this year’s Garage Sale on Sunday, 10 November.

Stalls are $40.00 each for a 7m x 4m space.

One stall - $40.00

Two stalls - $80.00

Three stalls - $120.00

One whole Pit Garage - $160.00 (four stalls)

To register visit bathurst.nsw.gov.au or contact 6333 6110. Registrations close Friday, 1 November.

Village Meetings

Village meetings with residents in areas will be held during October/November. Residents are invited to attend and meet with Councillors and senior staff to discuss projects and any other matters of interest.

Each meeting will commence at 6.00pm and will be held at the following locations:

Hill End, Royal Hall - 4 November

Yetholme, Community Hall - 11 November

Trunkey Creek, Community Hall - 12 November

Sofala, Memorial Hall - 25 November

Wattle Flat, recreation Hall - 26 November

For further information, please phone 6333 6201.

Food and Flix – Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

The Youth Council’s Food and Flix will return to the Adventure Playground on Friday, 15 November. The event will start at 6.30pm with movie screening at 8.00pm. People are encouraged to bring a blanket and a picnic. There will also be some food available. Entry is free. For more information visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Water Restrictions

Extreme water restrictions are now in place across the Bathurst region.

This means:

- No watering of lawns
- Only watering your garden on Wednesday and Sunday between 6pm and 9pm for a maximum of 30 minutes using a hand held hose with a trigger nozzle or one soaker hose or one microspray system
- No sprinklers of any kind are permitted
- No car washing at home
- No filling of new pools using the Bathurst water supply
- No topping up your pool unless you have a permit from Council
- Pools must be covered at all times
- No topping/filling up garden features or child pools
- No washing of hard surfaces except for health and safety purposes
- 4 minute showers
- Only wash clothes and use dishwashers when there is a full load

If you are using grey water, please read the fact sheet. For everything you need to know visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/waterrestrictions or call the water restrictions hotline on 6333 1683.

Water Smart Gardening

Qualified horticulturist and award-winning gardener, Dhyan Blore, will present a series of workshops for home gardeners at Rahamim Ecology Centre. Topics include caring for plants in dry times, maximising water in gardens and plants, the importance of mulch, features of drought tolerant plants, water for backyard birds and wildlife and using greywater on gardens. Weekday and weekend sessions available. For more information or to book visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/waterrestrictions

YourSay Bathurst

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

· Draft Destination Management Plan

· Alec Lamberton Park Concept Design

· Webcasting of Council meetings policy

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.

Library

Author Talk - John Killick

6.15pm - Friday 8 November

What is it really like inside NSW’s most notorious prisons? How did he hatch his helicopter escape

plan? At this Q&A style event, John Killick will discuss his three books that provide an insight

into his crimes and his views on prison reforms.

Meditation Workshop

3.00pm to 5.00pm - Saturday 9 November

Learn how to clear your mind and expand your consciousness with local spirituality authors

Dakotah Bradshaw and Vickie O’Leary.

For further information on any of these events and to book, phone the Library on 6333 6281.

Bathurst Regional Art Gallery

Exhibitions 18 October - 1 December

Threads Through Art - Australian Tapestries

Heather Dunn: Palette of Place

Camie Lyons: A Physical Response

Sassy Park: Looking for Gold

Artist Talks

Heather Dunn Tapestry Demonstration

11.00am - Saturdays 26 October, and 2,9,23 November

2020 Hill End Artists in Residence Program Call Out

Applications are now open and close 5.00pm Thursday, 31 October. To apply visit www.hillendart.com.au.

For further information, phone the gallery on 6333 6555.

Get updates on the construction of the roundabout at Suttor, Mitre, Lambert Streets

The roundabout at the intersection of Suttor, Mitre and Lambert Streets is being constructed in response to community concerns and feedback about safety issues at the intersection. To receive project updates, sign up via the YourSay Bathurst website.

Welcome Wagon

The next Welcome Wagon is on Tuesday, 19 November at 5.30pm at BVIC. This event is for new residents to Bathurst to meet and greet others new to the city. Please RSVP to live@bathurst.nsw.gov.au or phone 6333 6182.

Tree Planting Day

Sunday 10 November

The ‘Rehabilitation of the Macquarie River Riparian Corridor’ projects planting stage is on the home stretch with over forty local volunteers already giving their time to plant native trees, shrubs and grasses along a 1km stretch of the Macquarie River.

Commencing at 10am at the Baillie Street Open Space (Cnr Havannah Street and Sydney Road- Kendall Ave), adults and kids alike can assist in planting native trees and shrubs and other tasks that will improve the health of the Macquarie River and its riparian corridor. Council will alsohave a free BBQ lunch afterwards. For further information please contact Bill Josh on 0407 256 791 or Kristie Kearney (Environmental Programs Coordinator) on 6333 6285 or council@bathurst.nsw.gov.au.

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Media Officer

MEDIA RELEASE 29 October 2019

Penrith Panthers will take on the Cronulla Sharks in Bathurst at Carrington Park in Bathurst on Sunday, 10 May.

Mayor Bobby Bourke said he looked forward to our city hosting to another action-packed NRL clash.

“The event builds on our city’s strong reputation as a destination for major sporting events and Council has played a key role in investing in the sporting facilities to ensure they attract premium events such as the NRL” he said.

Each year the Panthers team conducts a range of community engagement activities such as the coaching clinics for children, which are great for the development grassroots rugby league in regional areas. The social benefits from these activities contribute strongly to an inclusive sporting community.

Another benefit is the economic impact of holding the NRL game in Bathurst. In one year it is estimated to have created 6 FTE jobs and $340,000 in household income plus generating an additional $710,000 to the Bathurst economy.

Tickets for the match will be available in December at www.bathurstnrl.com.au

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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 25 October 2019

Garage Sale

Looking to rehome preloved homewares, clothes or furniture? Registrations are now open for this year’s Garage Sale on Sunday, 10 November.

Stalls are $40.00 each for a 7m x 4m space.

One stall - $40.00

Two stalls - $80.00

Three stalls - $120.00

One whole Pit Garage - $160.00 (four stalls)

To register visit bathurst.nsw.gov.au or contact 6333 6110. Registrations close Friday, 1 November.

Backyard Bird Count

From 21-27 October, Council is asking the local community to join thousands of other Aussies in helping BirdLife Australia count the birds that share their backyards, farms, rivers and parks urban, rural and regional backyards as part of the annual Aussie Backyard Bird Count, being held during National Bird Week.

People are encouraged to post photos and messages via social media via hashtags #AussieBirdCount and #bathurstbirdcount.

For more information or to download the app visit www.aussiebirdcount.org.au

Council will also be hosting a guided bird walk at Mount Panorama with local expert Tiffany Mason on Sunday, 27 October at 8.00am. To RSVP for the guided bird walk visit www.facebook/sustainablebathurst, or call Environmental Officer, Joel Little, on 6333 6217.

Village Meetings

Village meetings with residents in areas will be held during October/November. Residents are invited to attend and meet with Councillors and senior staff to discuss projects and any other matters of interest.

Each meeting will commence at 6.00pm and will be held at the following locations:

Rockley, School of Arts Hall - 28 October

Hill End, Royal Hall - 4 November

Yetholme, Community Hall - 11 November

Trunkey Creek, Community Hall - 12 November

Sofala, Memorial Hall - 25 November

Wattle Flat, recreation Hall - 26 November

For further information, please phone 6333 6201.

Somerville Lecture

Somerville Lecture Thursday, 31 October 2019 7pm at AFMM

The Minerals of Jenolan Caves: Geological and Biological Contributions by Ross Pogson, Australian Museum.
Ross is an extremely knowledge and engaging speaker, this will be a very interesting event.

Tickets $15 Adult/ $10 Concession includes drink and light supper. Bookings essential 6331 5511.

Food and Flix – Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

The Youth Council’s Food and Flix will return to the Adventure Playground on Friday, 15 November. The event will start at 6.30pm with movie screening at 8.00pm. People are encouraged to bring a blanket and a picnic. There will also be some food available. Entry is free. For more information visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

NMRM Exhibition

This October, the National Motor Racing Museum is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the debut of

Racecam at Bathurst in 1979, and the career of the first driver to carry the on-board camera, Peter

Williamson.

With a collection of race cars from Peter’s career, as well as personal items, plus original and modern

camera equipment, don’t miss your opportunity to see how this Australian innovation changed

motorsport broadcasts forever! The National Motor Racing Museum is open from

9am to 4:30pm daily.

Water Restrictions

Extreme water restrictions are now in place across the Bathurst region.

This means:

- No watering of lawns
- Only watering your garden on Wednesday and Sunday between 6pm and 9pm for a maximum of 30 minutes using a hand held hose with a trigger nozzle or one soaker hose or one microspray system
- No sprinklers of any kind are permitted
- No car washing at home
- No filling of new pools using the Bathurst water supply
- No topping up your pool unless you have a permit from Council
- Pools must be covered at all times
- No topping/filling up garden features or child pools
- No washing of hard surfaces except for health and safety purposes
- 4 minute showers
- Only wash clothes and use dishwashers when there is a full load

If you are using grey water, please read the fact sheet. For everything you need to know visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/waterrestrictions or call the water restrictions hotline on 6333 1683.

Water Smart Gardening

Qualified horticulturist and award-winning gardener, Dhyan Blore, will present a series of workshops for home gardeners at Rahamim Ecology Centre. Topics include caring for plants in dry times, maximising water in gardens and plants, the importance of mulch, features of drought tolerant plants, water for backyard birds and wildlife and using greywater on gardens. Weekday and weekend sessions available. For more information or to book visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/waterrestrictions

YourSay Bathurst

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

· Smart Community Strategy

· Draft Destination Management Plan

· Alec Lamberton Park Concept Design

· Webcasting of Council meetings policy

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.

Community Tree Planting Day

The ‘Rehabilitation of the Macquarie River Riparian Corridor’ project is in full swing with native trees and shrubs already planted along the Macquarie River. Why not grab the family and join us at our Community Planting Day on Sunday 27 October. Commencing at 10am at the Baillie Street Open Space (Cnr Havannah Street and Sydney Road-Kendall Ave).

Council will also have a free barbecue lunch afterwards. For further information please contact Bill Josh on 0407 256 791 or Kristie Kearney (Environmental Programs Coordinator) on 6333 6285 or council@bathurst.nsw.gov.au.

Library

October 25-27

Book Sale

Grab a bargain at our monthly sale of donated books and ex-library items. Prices range from 50c to $3, proceeds help us buy more books.

Author Talk - John Killick

6.15pm - Friday 8 November

What is it really like inside NSW’s most notorious prisons? How did he hatch his helicopter escape

plan? At this Q&A style event, John Killick will discuss his three books that provide an insight

into his crimes and his views on prison reforms.

Meditation Workshop

3.00pm to 5.00pm - Saturday 9 November

Learn how to clear your mind and expand your consciousness with local spirituality authors

Dakotah Bradshaw and Vickie O’Leary.

For further information on any of these events and to book, phone the Library on 6333 6281.

Bathurst Regional Art Gallery

Exhibitions 18 October - 1 December

Threads Through Art - Australian Tapestries

Heather Dunn: Palette of Place

Camie Lyons: A Physical Response

Sassy Park: Looking for Gold

Artist Talks

Heather Dunn Tapestry Demonstration

11.00am - Saturdays 26 October, and 2,9,23 November

2020 Hill End Artists in Residence Program Call Out

Applications are now open and close 5.00pm Thursday, 31 October. To apply visit www.hillendart.com.au.

For further information, phone the gallery on 6333 6555.

Celebrate Grandparents Day

Council invites grandparents and anyone who takes on the role of a grandparent the opportunity to spend quality time together with their grandchild exploring and participating in a range of activities at Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum to celebrate Grandparents Day. The event will be held on Sunday 27 October from 11am until 1.00pm. Entry, activities and morning tea will be free of charge for grandparents accompanied by their grandchild.

Get updates on the construction of the roundabout at Suttor, Mitre, Lambert Streets

The roundabout at the intersection of Suttor, Mitre and Lambert Streets is being constructed in response to community concerns and feedback about safety issues at the intersection. To receive project updates, sign up via the YourSay Bathurst website.

Welcome Wagon

The next Welcome Wagon is on Tuesday, 19 November at 5.30pm at BVIC. This event is for new residents to Bathurst to meet and greet others new to the city. Please RSVP to live@bathurst.nsw.gov.au or phone 6333 6182.

Media Contact: Media Officer

MEDIA RELEASE 23 October 2019

Council is continuing work with the NSW Government to discuss a range of strategies to secure water for the Bathurst region.

Mayor of Bathurst Bobby Bourke and senior Council staff met with Minister for Water Melinda Pavey, local MP Paul Toole and other representatives from the NSW Government including Water Coordinator James McTavish and Deputy Secretary for Water Jim Bentley in Sydney today. The delegation also met with Premier Gladys Berejiklian and Deputy Premier John Barilaro.

This was the second meeting with NSW Government representatives this month to progress discussions on projects that will secure the region’s water supply such as the Winburndale Pipeline and stormwater harvesting. Council is seeking a further $20 million for these projects, which are almost ready to commence.

Mayor Bobby Bourke said the meeting was extremely positive and Council’s proposals were well received.

“These discussions bring us another step closer to securing the region’s water and I am certain that our strategies and proposals will be given suitable consideration,” he said.

“I am looking forward to working with the NSW Government and learning the outcome of our request for assistance soon”.

Minister for Water Melinda Pavey congratulated Council for the leadership on water saving measures and was pleased with the progress being made on Bathurst’s long term water security.

“Bathurst Regional Council understands we are facing the worst drought on record and must work together to find solutions to extend supply and guarantee jobs. The NSW Government and water agencies, together with Bathurst Regional Council, are working collaboratively to address and combat their regional water concerns,” she said.

The NSW Government has previously pledged $2 million for Council to investigate medium to long term solutions and strategies to secure the region’s water supply such as stormwater harvesting and the Winburndale pipeline were discussed at length in today’s meeting.

Council has also received $2.25 million from the Safe and Secure Water Program for the strengthening of Winburndale Dam wall, with construction work already commenced.

For more news visit yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/newscentre

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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 18 October 2019

Garage Sale

Looking to rehome preloved homewares, clothes or furniture? Registrations are now open for this year’s Garage Sale on Sunday, 10 November.

Stalls are $40.00 each for a 7m x 4m space.

One stall - $40.00

Two stalls - $80.00

Three stalls - $120.00

One whole Pit Garage - $160.00 (four stalls)

To register visit bathurst.nsw.gov.au or contact 6333 6110. Registrations close Friday, 1 November.

Backyard Bird Count

From 21-27 October, Council is asking the local community to join thousands of other Aussies in helping BirdLife Australia count the birds that share their backyards, farms, rivers and parks urban, rural and regional backyards as part of the annual Aussie Backyard Bird Count, being held during National Bird Week.

People are encouraged to post photos and messages via social media via hashtags #AussieBirdCount and #bathurstbirdcount.

For more information or to download the app visit www.aussiebirdcount.org.au

Council will also be hosting a guided bird walk at Mount Panorama with local expert Tiffany Mason on Sunday, 27 October at 8.00am.

To RSVP for the guided bird walk visit www.facebook/sustainablebathurst, or call Environmental Officer, Joel Little, on 6333 6217.

Village Meetings

Village meetings with residents in areas will be held during October/November. Residents are invited to attend and meet with Councillors and senior staff to discuss projects and any other matters of interest.

Each meeting will commence at 6.00pm and will be held at the following locations:

Rockley, School of Arts Hall - 28 October

Hill End, Royal Hall - 4 November

Yetholme, Community Hall - 11 November

Trunkey Creek, Community Hall - 12 November

Sofala, Memorial Hall - 25 November

Wattle Flat, recreation Hall - 26 November

For further information, please phone 6333 6201.

Somerville Lecture

Somerville Lecture Thursday, 31 October 2019 7pm at AFMM

The Minerals of Jenolan Caves: Geological and Biological Contributions by Ross Pogson, Australian Museum.
Ross is an extremely knowledge and engaging speaker, this will be a very interesting event.

Tickets $15 Adult/ $10 Concession includes drink and light supper. Bookings essential 6331 5511.

Food and Flix – Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

The Youth Council’s Food and Flix will return to the Adventure Playground on Friday, 15 November. The event will start at 6.30pm with movie screening at 8.00pm. People are encouraged to bring a blanket and a picnic. There will also be some food available. Entry is free. For more information visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

NMRM Exhibition

This October, the National Motor Racing Museum is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the debut of

Racecam at Bathurst in 1979, and the career of the first driver to carry the on-board camera, Peter

Williamson.

With a collection of race cars from Peter’s career, as well as personal items, plus original and modern

camera equipment, don’t miss your opportunity to see how this Australian innovation changed

motorsport broadcasts forever! The National Motor Racing Museum is open from

9am to 4:30pm daily.

Water Restrictions

Extreme water restrictions are now in place across the Bathurst region.

This means:

- No watering of lawns
- Only watering your garden on Wednesday and Sunday between 6pm and 9pm for a maximum of 30 minutes using a hand held hose with a trigger nozzle or one soaker hose or one microspray system
- No sprinklers of any kind are permitted
- No car washing at home
- No filling of new pools using the Bathurst water supply
- No topping up your pool unless you have a permit from Council
- Pools must be covered at all times
- No topping/filling up garden features or child pools
- No washing of hard surfaces except for health and safety purposes
- 4 minute showers
- Only wash clothes and use dishwashers when there is a full load

If you are using grey water, please read the fact sheet. For everything you need to know visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/waterrestrictions or call the water restrictions hotline on 6333 1683.

Water Smart Gardening

Qualified horticulturist and award-winning gardener, Dhyan Blore, will present a series of workshops for home gardeners at Rahamim Ecology Centre. Topics include caring for plants in dry times, maximising water in gardens and plants, the importance of mulch, features of drought tolerant plants, water for backyard birds and wildlife and using greywater on gardens. Weekday and weekend sessions available. For more information or to book visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/waterrestrictions

Household Chemical CleanOut

Use CleanOut to safely dispose of household chemicals on Friday, 25 October at Cooke Hockey Complex, Sydney Road, from 8.00am – 4.00pm. This is an NSW EPA Waste Less, Recycle More initiative. For more information please visit www.epa.nsw.gov.au

YourSay Bathurst

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

· Smart Community Strategy

· Webcasting of Council meetings policy

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.

Community Tree Planting Day

The ‘Rehabilitation of the Macquarie River Riparian Corridor’ project is in full swing with native trees and shrubs already planted along the Macquarie River. Why not grab the family and join us at our Community Planting Day on Sunday 27 October. Commencing at 10am at the Baillie Street Open Space (Cnr Havannah Street and Sydney Road-Kendall Ave).

Council will also have a free barbecue lunch afterwards. For further information please contact Bill Josh on 0407 256 791 or Kristie Kearney (Environmental Programs Coordinator) on 6333 6285 or council@bathurst.nsw.gov.au.

Library

Grandparents Storytime

10.30 am -11.30 am Tuesday 22 October

Drug & Alcohol Info Hub

3.00 pm - 25 October

For further information on any of these events, phone the library on 6333 6281.

Bathurst Regional Art Gallery

Exhibitions 18 October - 1 December

Threads Through Art - Australian Tapestries

Heather Dunn: Palette of Place

Camie Lyons: A Physical Response

Sassy Park: Looking for Gold

Artist Talks

Camie Lyons, Q&A with BRAG Director

11.00am - Saturday 19 October

Heather Dunn Tapestry Demonstration

11.00am - Saturdays 26 October, and 2,9,23 November

2020 Hill End Artists in Residence Program Call Out

Applications are now open and close 5.00pm Thursday, 31 October. To apply visit www.hillendart.com.au.

For further information, phone the gallery on 6333 6555.

Celebrate Grandparents Day

Council invites grandparents and anyone who takes on the role of a grandparent the opportunity to spend quality time together with their grandchild exploring and participating in a range of activities at Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum to celebrate Grandparents Day. The event will be held on Sunday 27 October from 11am until 1.00pm. Entry, activities and morning tea will be free of charge for grandparents accompanied by their grandchild.

ENDS

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