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MEDIA RELEASE 17 May 2023

Bridges and culverts in rural areas to be assessed

Selected bridges and culverts around the region will be assessed in the coming months to determine their suitability for heavy vehicles.

Manager Technical Services Bernard Drum said the assessments will be conducted through the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator’s Strategic Local Government Asset Assessment Project.

“An engineering consultant will conduct the assessment to determine what heavy vehicle combinations can travel over the bridge,” he said.

“These assessments will enable potential expansion of access for heavy vehicles throughout the region.”

The following bridges/culverts will be assessed:

• Rockley Road Bridge Rockley Road
• Hill End Road Bells Creek Bridge Hill End Road
• Bald Ridge Road Grove Creek Bridge Bald Ridge Road
• Millah Murrah Bridge Turondale Road
• Curragh Road Copperhannia Creek Bridge Curragh Road
• Curragh Road Johnsons Creek Bridge Curragh Road
• Curragh Road Third Creek Bridge Curragh Road
• Dunn's Plains Bridge Lachlan Road

The Federal Government has contributed $20 million into the Strategic Local Government Asset Assessment Project.

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MEDIA RELEASE 12 May 2023

Active Ageing Week

Council is providing a free program of events for people aged 50 years and older from May 22 - 28 to promote the benefits of staying active.

Visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/activeageing for more information.

Dino-Time

On Wednesday, 31 May from 10.00am to 1.00pm the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum is offering a sensory friendly session with reduced lights and sounds and sensory zones.

The museum will be closed to the public during this time. Admission charges apply however caregivers will be given free entry. For more information or for group bookings please phone 6338 2860.

Writers’ and Readers’ Festival

The Bathurst Writers’ & Readers’ Festival is an annual literary event presented by BMEC in association with Bathurst Library, Arts OutWest and Books Plus, Bathurst. The festival includes a number of live streamed events from Sydney Writers’ Festival. The festival takes place from Thursday 25 May until Sunday 28 May at both BMEC and Bathurst Library.

For more information and bookings visit https://bit.ly/40LMi6u or contact BMEC Box Office.

Village Meetings

Council will be holding its next round of meetings with residents in rural areas during May and June.

Each meeting will be held at the following locations:

• Trunkey Creek, Community Hall – 22 May at 6.00pm
• Sunny Corner, Community Hall – 29 May at 6.00pm
• Wattle Flat, Recreation Hall – 30 May at 6.00pm
• Hill End, ‘Hosies’, 23 Clarke Street – 13 June at 5.00pm

Coffee with a Councillor

Catch up with the Mayor and Councillors in a relaxed and casual setting. Light refreshments provided.

Heritage Assistance Grants

Applications are now invited for small grants, under Section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993, for Council’s Heritage Assistance Funds. Applications must be made on Council’s application form which is available on YourSay Bathurst. Applications close on 9 June.

@ the Art Gallery

Danelle Bergstrom: Afterglow 1 April - 11 June

Acclaimed Australian-Swedish painter Danelle Bergstrom works in landscape and portraiture as vessels to navigate human emotion. Afterglow is the artist’s first career survey and traces the interiorscapes of Bergstrom’s own life as they are reflected in the overtures and undertones of her subjects both in landscape and portrait.

Introduction to Landscape Watercolour Painting workshop Thursday 11 May at 6pm

Learn the basics of landscape watercolour painting in a 2-hour mentored session by Contemporary Impressionist Kasey Sealy.

Surrounded by landscape paintings in the gallery as part of our current exhibition, Danelle Bergstorm: Afterglow, be inspired and create your own painting across this session.

$30 BRAG members, $35 non-members, all materials supplied, all abilities, bookings essential.

Community Safety Plan

Council has developed a draft Community Safety Plan 2023 - 2028. Community safety is essential to the overall wellbeing of residents and visitors to the Bathurst LGA.

The draft Community Safety Plan will be on public exhibition from Monday 24 April - 4pm Monday 22 May online through YourSay Bathurst. Printed copies will be located at Council's Civic Centre and Bathurst Library.

For more information visitwww.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/communitysafety

Draft Delivery Program 2023/2027 and Operational Plan 2023/2024

The draft Delivery Program 2023/2027 and Operational Plan 2023/2024 are now available for review. The plan is our commitment to our community on how and where funds will be spent and what services and activities the community can expect to be delivered during the financial year. The Delivery Program & Operational Plan, incorporating the Revenue Policy, outlines the strategies and financial resources required over the next four years to implement the key directions identified by the community in our Bathurst 2040 Community Strategic Plan.

For more information and to make a submission visit yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

We welcome your feedback before 4:45pm Friday 19 May.

National Sorry Day

National Sorry Day is observed annually on 26 May, to remember and acknowledge the mistreatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who were forcibly removed from their families and communities, which we know as ‘The Stolen Generations’.

To commemorate National Sorry Day, a morning tea will be held on Friday 26 May, in the PJ Moodie Courtyard (adjacent to Council’s Civic Centre, in Court House Lane), from 10.30am – 11.30am, where a native hibiscus plant and plaque have been installed during previous commemorations.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, wider community and any interested parties are invited to attend. RSVP for catering purposes to Council’s Community Services Section on 6333 6523.

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Media contact: Media Officer

MEDIA RELEASE 28 April 2023

What’s News

Proclamation Day

7 May at 10.00am

Proclamation Day acknowledges the anniversary of the first proclamation of Bathurst as a European settlement by Governor Lachlan Macquarie in 1815. The day consists of a proclamation ceremony and the recognising of past and present members of the community who have contributed to shaping the town. For more information, visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Writers’ and Readers’ Festival

The Bathurst Writers’ & Readers’ Festival is an annual literary event presented by BMEC in association with Bathurst Library, Arts OutWest and Books Plus, Bathurst. The festival includes a number of live streamed events from Sydney Writers’ Festival. The festival takes place from Thursday 25 May until Sunday 28 May at both BMEC and Bathurst Library.

For more information and bookings visit https://bit.ly/40LMi6u or contact BMEC Box Office.

Tree Planting Day

A community tree planting day will take place at Queen Charlotte’s Vale Creek, off Alpha Street Levee, Bathurst on Sunday 30 April at 10am.

Join Council's Community Environmental Engagement Officer at a community tree planting day or a revegetation maintenance day. Give as much or as little time as you can spare – it all makes a difference to help rehabilitate our local rivers, creeks, and woodlands.

Village Meetings

Council will be holding its next round of meetings with residents in rural areas during May and June.

Each meeting will be held at the following locations:

• Perthville, Community Hall – 9 May at 6.00pm
• Trunkey Creek, Community Hall – 22 May at 6.00pm
• Sunny Corner, Community Hall – 29 May at 6.00pm
• Wattle Flat, Recreation Hall – 30 May at 6.00pm
• Hill End, ‘Hosies’, 23 Clarke Street – 13 June at 5.00pm

Coffee with a Councillor

Catch up with the Mayor and Councillors in a relaxed and casual setting. Light refreshments provided.

Heritage Assistance Grants

Applications are now invited for small grants, under Section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993, for Council’s Heritage Assistance Funds. Applications must be made on Council’s application form which is available on YourSay Bathurst. Applications close on 9 June.

Heritage Interpretation Workshop

Council is holding a free Heritage Interpretation Workshop which aims to inspire community members to interpret the history of Bathurst in ways that show innovation and creativity.

WHEN: Tuesday 9 May

WHERE: Central Tablelands Collections Facility, 20 Leena Street Bathurst

Arrival and light lunch at 12.30pm for a start at 1pm. Workshop closes at 3pm. Option for a tour at the Collections Facility afterwards.

RSVPs are essential - please phone 6333 6272 or email council@bathurst.nsw.gov.au. Please provide your name and contact number.

@ the Art Gallery

Danelle Bergstrom: Afterglow 1 April - 11 June

Acclaimed Australian-Swedish painter Danelle Bergstrom works in landscape and portraiture as vessels to navigate human emotion. Afterglow is the artist’s first career survey and traces the interiorscapes of Bergstrom’s own life as they are reflected in the overtures and undertones of her subjects both in landscape and portrait.

Introduction to Landscape Watercolour Painting workshop Thursday 11 May at 6pm

Learn the basics of landscape watercolour painting in a 2-hour mentored session by Contemporary Impressionist Kasey Sealy.

Surrounded by landscape paintings in the gallery as part of our current exhibition, Danelle Bergstorm: Afterglow, be inspired and create your own painting across this session.

$30 BRAG members, $35 non-members, all materials supplied, all abilities, bookings essential.

Community Safety Plan

Council has developed a draft Community Safety Plan 2023 - 2028.

Community safety is essential to the overall wellbeing of residents and visitors to the Bathurst LGA.

The draft Community Safety Plan will be on public exhibition from Monday 24 April - 4pm Monday 22 May 2023 online through YourSay Bathurst. Printed copies will be located at Council's Civic Centre and Bathurst Library.

For more information visit https://www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/communitysafety

Draft Delivery Program 2023/2027 and Operational Plan 2023/2024

The draft Delivery Program 2023/2027 and Operational Plan 2023/2024 are now available for review. The plan is our commitment to our community on how and where funds will be spent and what services and activities the community can expect to be delivered during the financial year. The Delivery Program & Operational Plan, incorporating the Revenue Policy, outlines the strategies and financial resources required over the next four years to implement the key directions identified by the community in our Bathurst 2040 Community Strategic Plan.

For more information and to make a submission visit yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au We welcome your feedback before 4:45pm Friday 19 May.

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Media contact: Media Officer

MEDIA RELEASE 26 April 2023

An electric vehicle charging station has been installed in Rockley’s Stevens Park.

The charger has been funded by Bathurst Regional Council and the NSW Government.

Mayor of Bathurst Cr Robert Taylor said the charger adds to the suite of charging stations Council has installed in recent years.

“Council has installed six chargers at three sites, the National Motor Racing Museum, Bathurst Rail Museum and Courthouse Lane. Council also hosts seven fast charge stations at the BAthurst Visitor Information Centre, six Tesla chargers and one NRMA fast charger.”

“Investment in electric vehicle charging stations in regional areas helps attract new visitors to the local government area and we can link into the state government’s “EV Tourist Drives’ initiative.

“We have seen the use of all the charging stations across the city steadily increase since their introduction,” Cr Taylor said.

Member for Bathurst Paul Toole said the charger is part of the NSW Government’s EV Tourist Drive program.

“Destination chargers are encouraging visitors to the region to stop at unique locations to recharge and explore,” Mr Toole said.

“Drivers can pull up, plug in and enjoy the gardens of Rockley, have lunch at Rockley pub and visit local shops and museums.”

Caption: Member for Bathurst Paul Toole and Mayor Cr Robert Taylor at the new EV charging station at Rockley

MEDIA RELEASE 24 April 2023

The Penrith Panthers will arrive in Bathurst on Thursday 27 April ahead of the clash with the Wests Tigers at Carrington Park on Saturday 29 April at 7.35pm.

Mayor Robert Taylor said strong ticket sales in the lead up to Saturday’s clash should see a big crowd at Carrington Park for game day.

"To date, we’ve sold more than 8,600 tickets, our best pre-game day sales to date. It is shaping up to be a great day on Saturday evening as the Panthers and Tigers take to the ground at 7.35pm.

“A range of community fixtures will take place to support the match with the Peachy Richardson Shield being played on Thursday at the St Pat’s rugby league fields and the Play like a Panther coaching clinic brought to you by Westfund at George Park on Thursday afternoon.

“On Friday, the Sportsman’s Lunch will be held at Panthers Bathurst. The lunch includes a question and answer session with Panthers Coach Ivan Cleary, and co-captains Nathan Cleary and Isaah Yeo which is a great opportunity to get an insight into the Panthers 2023 season.” Cr Taylor said.

Game Day Schedule

• 3.00pm Gates Open
• 3.15pm Group 10 Bathurst Panthers v Bathurst St Pats
• 5.05pm KOE Cup Panthers v Magpies
• 7.35pm NRL Telstra Premiership, Penrith Panthers v Wests Tigers
• 9.30pm Gates close

For more information visit www.bathurstnrl.com.au

MEDIA RELEASE 21 April 2023

Cat-urday

The Small Animal Pound will host a special open day, Cat-urday to promote the adoption cats and kittens on Saturday, April 22. The Small Animal Pound will be open to the public from 11.00am to 2.30pm and people can drop in without an appointment to meet the many cats and kittens in need of a loving home.

Adoption fees include microchipping, vaccination, worming and lifetime registration. We ask that people please bring a cat carrier and some form of identification.

Date: Saturday, 22 April

Time: 11.00am – 2.30pm no appointment necessary

Location: The Small Animal Pound 58 Vale Road South Bathurst

For more information on fees or pet adoption visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Writers and Readers Festival

The Bathurst Writers’ & Readers’ Festival is an annual literary event presented by BMEC in association with Bathurst Library, Arts OutWest and Books Plus, Bathurst. The festival includes a number of live streamed events from Sydney Writers’ Festival. The 2023 festival takes place from Thursday 25 May until Sunday 28 May at both BMEC and Bathurst Library.

For more information and bookings visit https://bit.ly/40LMi6u or contact BMEC Box Office.

Tree Planting Day

A community tree planting day will take place at Queen Charlotte’s Vale Creek, off Alpha Street Levee, Bathurst on Sunday 30 April at 10am.

Join Council's Community Environmental Engagement Officer at a community tree planting day or a revegetation maintenance day. Give as much or as little time as you can spare – it all makes a difference to help rehabilitate our local rivers, creeks, and woodlands.

Transport Forum Bathurst Bypass

Council has engaged consultants to investigate the economic and social value/benefit of a future city bypass or distributor road network for Bathurst, noting this initial investigation will not identify a preferred route.

A public forum will be held on Thursday 27 April, commencing 5.30pm in Council Chambers. RSVP is essential by phoning 6333 6211 or email council@bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Village Meetings

Council will be holding its next round of meetings with residents in rural areas during May and June.

Each meeting will be held at the following locations:

Perthville, Community Hall – 9 May at 6.00pm

• Trunkey Creek, Community Hall – 22 May at 6.00pm
• Sunny Corner, Community Hall – 29 May at 6.00pm
• Wattle Flat, Recreation Hall – 30 May at 6.00pm
• Hill End, ‘Hosies’, 23 Clarke Street – 13 June at 5.00pm

NRL Tickets on sale

Tickets are now on sale for the round 9 NRL Telstra Premiership at Carrington Park between Penrith Panthers and Wests Tigers, to be played at Carrington Park on Saturday 29 April.

For more information visit bathurstnrl.com.au

Coffee with a Councillor

Catch up with the Mayor and Councillors in a relaxed and casual setting. Light refreshments provided.

• Monday, 15 May from 9.00am – 11.00am at BMEC

Heritage Assistance Grants

Applications are now invited for small grants, under Section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993, for Council’s Heritage Assistance Funds. Applications must be made on Council’s application form which is available on YourSay Bathurst. Applications close on 9 June.

Heritage Interpretation Workshop

Community members may be interested in memorialising local histories but may be unaware of how or what resources and support may be available from Council.

Council is holding a free Heritage Interpretation Workshop which aims to inspire community members to interpret the history of Bathurst in ways that show innovation and creativity.

WHEN: Tuesday 9 May 2023

WHERE: Central Tablelands Collections Facility, 20 Leena Street Bathurst

Arrival and light lunch at 12.30pm for a start at 1pm. Workshop closes at 3pm. Option for a tour at the Collections Facility afterwards.

RSVP's are essential - please contact Council's Senior Heritage Planner, Tamsin McIntosh on 6333 6272, or email council@bathurst.nsw.gov.au. Please provide your name and contact number.

@ the Art Gallery

Danelle Bergstrom: Afterglow 1 April - 11 June

Acclaimed Australian-Swedish painter Danelle Bergstrom works in landscape and portraiture as vessels to navigate human emotion. Afterglow is the artist’s first career survey and traces the interiorscapes of Bergstrom’s own life as they are reflected in the overtures and undertones of her subjects both in landscape and portrait.

Introduction to Landscape Watercolour Painting workshop Thursday 11 May at 6pm

Learn the basics of landscape watercolour painting in a 2-hour mentored session by Contemporary Impressionist Kasey Sealy.

Surrounded by landscape paintings in the gallery as part of our current exhibition, Danelle Bergstorm: Afterglow, be inspired and create your own painting across this session.

$30 BRAG members, $35 non-members, all materials supplied, all abilities, bookings essential.

Community Safety Plan

Bathurst Regional Council has developed a draft Community Safety Plan 2023 - 2028.

Community safety is essential to the overall wellbeing of residents and visitors to the Bathurst LGA.

The draft Community Safety Plan will be on public exhibition from Monday 24 April - 4pm Monday 22 May 2023 online through YourSay Bathurst. Printed copies will be located at Council's Civic Centre and Bathurst Library.

For more information visit https://www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/communitysafety

Draft Delivery Program 2023/2027 and Operational Plan 2023/2024

The draft Delivery Program 2023/2027 and Operational Plan 2023/2024 are now available for review. The plan is our commitment to our community on how and where funds will be spent and what services and activities the community can expect to be delivered during the financial year. The Delivery Program & Operational Plan, incorporating the Revenue Policy, outlines the strategies and financial resources required over the next four years to implement the key directions identified by the community in our Bathurst 2040 Community Strategic Plan.

For more information and to make a submission visit yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au We welcome your feedback before 4:45pm Friday 19 May 2023.

MEDIA RELEASE 20 April 2023

A trial pedestrian crossing will be built in George Street and initial site works are now underway.

Mayor Robert Taylor said the trial pedestrian crossing is part of Streets as Shared Spaces Program – Round 2 to improve pedestrian access across George Street at the Machattie Lane location.

“Raised pedestrian crossings at mid-block locations were recommended in the Bathurst Town Centre Master Plan” he said.

“Works will occur in three stages over an estimated two-week period,”.

Stage one is estimated to take 1 – 2 days and involve partial demolition and reprofiling of the existing concrete pedestrian ramps on either side of George Street. George Street will be open during this time but under traffic control.

Stage two will involve placing asphalt to form the raised crossing and stage three will involve placement of line marking and signage for the pedestrian crossing. Temporary closures of George Street will be in place during these stages. The crossing/refuge will be closed to pedestrians for the duration of works.

Council has received funding under the NSW Government’s Streets as Shared Spaces Program –

Round 2 (SaSS Rd 2) to trial changes to improve public spaces and enhance pedestrian access and the sharing of public spaces within the Bathurst Central Business District.

MEDIA RELEASE 19 April 2023

A new multi-purpose sports court at Raglan’s Ralph Cameron Oval has been given the thumbs up by the community with families making the most of the new court during the school holidays.

Mayor of Bathurst Cr Robert Taylor said Council received $25,000 under the NSW Government's Community Building Partnership program and contributed $50,000 to develop the facility.

“The multi-purpose sports court is the first new piece of infrastructure for the park in many years. The existing playground is aging we have had numerous requests from the community in recent years for improved play spaces in Raglan.”

“Spaces like these are a hub for local communities to come together.

“Council has also been successful in receiving a further $444,000 from the NSW Government to fund further upgrades at Ralph Cameron Oval. We sought feedback from the community earlier this year on the proposed plans for the area and this will help further inform the works at the oval.

“Stage two of the Ralph Cameron Oval play space upgrades will include shade structures, scooter and BMX bike path inclusive play equipment and accessible foothpaths from the Raglan Hall carpark,” Cr Taylor said.

Member for Bathurst Paul Toole said the new multi-purpose sports court is a great addition to Raglan.

“This court is giving local kids a place to play basketball, handball, hopscotch and many more games keeping them active and entertained,” Mr Toole said.

“Stage two additions of play equipment, picnic areas and pathways means this space can be used by more people in more ways.”

MEDIA RELEASE 14 April 2023

Yoga for Teens

Join Yoga teacher and mum, Miao Li, in a special Yoga session for teens at the library. BYO mat or towel, but not essential. For bookings, please phone 6333 6281.

Tuesday: 18 April, 1.30pm to 2.15pm

Ages: 12-18yrs

Cost: Free

Transport Forum Bathurst Bypass

Council has engaged consultants to investigate the economic and social value/benefit of a future city bypass or distributor road network for Bathurst, noting this initial investigation will not identify a preferred route.

A public forum will be held on Thursday 27 April, commencing 5.30pm in Council Chambers. RSVP is essential by phoning 6333 6211 or email council@bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Youth Week Sports Day

The Youth Council in collaboration with Creative Community Concepts will host a sports day to celebrate Youth Week on Friday 21 April from 11.00am to 2.00pm at Morse Park. The event is free and suitable for young people aged 12-25 years. For more information visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Village Meetings

Council will be holding its next round of meetings with residents in rural areas during April, May and June.

Each meeting will be held at the following locations:

• Rockley, Sportsground Hall – 18 April at 6.00pm
• Perthville, Community Hall – 9 May at 6.00pm
• Trunkey Creek, Community Hall – 22 May at 6.00pm
• Sunny Corner, Community Hall – 29 May at 6.00pm
• Wattle Flat, Recreation Hall – 30 May at 6.00pm
• Hill End, ‘Hosies’, 23 Clarke Street – 13 June at 5.00pm

NRL Tickets on sale

Tickets are now on sale for the round 9 NRL Telstra Premiership at Carrington Park between Penrith Panthers and Wests Tigers, to be played at Carrington Park on Saturday 29 April.

For more information visit bathurstnrl.com.au

Coffee with a Councillor

Catch up with the Mayor and Councillors in a relaxed and casual setting. Light refreshments provided.

Heritage Assistance Grants

Applications are now invited for small grants, under Section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993, for Council’s Heritage Assistance Funds. Applications must be made on Council’s application form which is available on YourSay Bathurst. Applications close on 9 June.

ClubGRANTS

Council invites community organisations to apply for funding from the 2023 ClubGRANTS Scheme. All applications are required to be completed by ClubGRANTS Online. No manual applications can be received. For more information phone 6333 6523.

Applications close on Friday 21 April.

For a link to ClubGRANTS online visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au or www.clubsnsw.com.au

Grant Writing Workshop

Council is offering a free grant writing workshop on 19 April from 3.00pm to 5.00pm which is open to anyone interested in learning more about the grant writing process. For more information visit bathurstliveinvest.com.au

@ the Art Gallery

Danelle Bergstrom: Afterglow 1 April - 11 June

Acclaimed Australian-Swedish painter Danelle Bergstrom works in landscape and portraiture as vessels to navigate human emotion. Afterglow, is the artist’s first career survey and traces the interiorscapes of Bergstrom’s own life as they are reflected in the overtures and undertones of her subjects both in landscape and portrait.

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Media contact: Media Officer

MEDIA RELEASE 14 April 2023

The Small Animal Pound will host a special open day called Cat-urday to promote the adoption cats and kittens on Saturday, April 22.

Mayor Robert Taylor said the initiative was developed by the team at the Small Animal Pound who have seen an unprecedented influx of cats and kittens.

“The Small Animal Pound will be open to the public from 11.00am to 2.30pm where people can drop in without an appointment and have a look at the many cats and kittens in need of a loving home”, he said.

“The fees include microchipping, vaccination, worming and lifetime registration. We ask that people please bring a cat carrier and some form of identification.”

Cat-urday

Date: Saturday, 22 April
Time: 11.00am – 2.30pm no appointment necessary
Location: The Small Animal Pound 58 Vale Road South Bathurst

For more information on fees or pet adoption visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

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Media contact: Media Officer