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Bathurst Regional Council

Locality: Bathurst, New South Wales

Phone: +263 33 6111

Address: 158 Russell Street 2795 Bathurst, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

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25.01.2022 Free water program ends Council resolved at its meeting on 9 December to cease the Free Water for Verified Primary Producers as of 18 December and to revert to the normal price of $5 per kilolitre for standpipe (bulk) water sales. The free water for verified primary producers was a drought relief measure adopted by Council to promote a limited free bulk water supply for drought affected rural customers. ... The scheme has been in place since 5 September 2018 and Council has previously resolved to cease the scheme if the drought declaration was removed from the Bathurst Regional Council area. The LGA is no longer drought declared. More information can be found at www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

25.01.2022 Another lovely Bathurst day. Tag your beautiful Spring images using #BathurstBlossoms

25.01.2022 Chifley Dam is at 92.6% as of 1 September. It has risen a huge 44.2% since the start of August, thanks to all the rain the catchment area received. High water restrictions are currently in place for the Bathurst region - www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/waterrestrictions Thank you again to the community for your cooperation and ongoing support.

24.01.2022 Register now for the Bathurst Cycling Classic Bathurst Tour for your chance to WIN a luxurious 2 night stay at Wilga Station. Simply register by 30 November for the Bathurst Tour and you will automatically go in the running to win a two night stay at Wilga Station Luxury Retreat in The Farmers Hut. Prize includes a gourmet antipasto platter and a premium bottle of sparkling wine upon arrival as well as a hot breakfast hamper for two.... For more information visit https://www.bathurstcyclingclassic.com.au/

23.01.2022 What's your Plan B for the Christmas holidays? Go in the running to win one of 50 swags, simply by telling one of the local participating venues what your plan B is. Visit the Bathurst & Blayney Road Safety Facebook page to view all of the participating venues!

23.01.2022 Using our off-leash dog exercise areas Council has two fully fenced and dedicated off-leash dog exercise areas. They are located on Kefford Street and Hector Park off Rocket Street. Its a great opportunity for dogs to have a run, play and socialise with other dogs and humans. Whilst it is very important for dogs to have exercise, it is particularly important that when using these off-leash areas that the owner/handler has effective voice control of the dog. ... Dogs which are known to exhibit anti-social behaviour with other dogs or people, should be exercised with a leash on.

23.01.2022 Last chance to receive a free wildlife nest box! Place your order by this Sunday.

23.01.2022 What's happening at the Bathurst Library? "Stories of Hope" author talk with Heather Morris

23.01.2022 Welcome Bathurst Youth Councillors for 2021! The new Youth Council met for the first time this week and elected Bathurst High students Zoe Peters Youth Mayor and St Stanislaus' College student Joshua Borland as Youth Deputy Mayor. For a full list of 2021 Youth Councillors and to view the full media release visit https://bit.ly/32F0AKK... Follow the Bathurst Youth Facebook page to stay updated with events and initiatives.

22.01.2022 We have recently purchased four young goats to keep the grass down in the back paddocks at the Small Animal Pound, say hello to Sprout, Huckleberry, Finn and Ozzy Apologies for the low quality photos, our staff couldn't get any closer to them. Hopefully they warm up and feel like they are at home soon!

22.01.2022 Operation Cat Bathurst For a limited time only, if you are a resident of Bathurst Regional Council LGA and hold a valid Australian Government issued health care card, you can have your cat or kitten desexed, F3-vaccinated and microchipped for just $50! Bookings for the program must be made by calling the Cat Protection Society NSW on 9519 7201 (Monday - Friday, between 9am and 5pm).

22.01.2022 Tickets are now on sale for the Bathurst Business Hub BizMonth Business Lunch This year, the lunch, to be held on Tuesday 29 September at BMEC Bathurst, has been adapted to fit with the current restrictions and the guest speaker Gus Balbontin will join the lunch from Melbourne, via video link. Gus is a former Executive Director of Lonely Planet and a current board member of Start Up Victoria so he will have some fantastic insights for those attending on how to deal and adjust... to rapid change, something we have all had to do this year. Tickets are $35 each and can be purchased from the Bathurst Business Hub website - https://bit.ly/2RoGgra Full media release https://bit.ly/35zHXtN

22.01.2022 Will you adopt one of our furry friends? See photos for descriptions. For more information about adoption visit https://bit.ly/3ibeJnL, or call 6333 6190 to book an appointment. Open weekdays only. Bathurst Regional Council's Re-homing Organisation Number: R251000098

22.01.2022 Come and join the team! Our current career opportunites are: - Development Control Planner (Parental Leave Contract)... - Workshop Supervisor Visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/careers for more information and to apply.

22.01.2022 Access Improvement for Small Business Grants Bathurst Regional Council in partnership with the Bathurst Regional Access Committee (BRAC) provides grants to assist local small businesses and nonprofit organisations improve access and inclusion to their place of business/organisation. For further details of this fund and/or application packages, please contact Councils Community Services Department on 6333 6523 or visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au.... Applications close at 4pm on Friday 2 October.

22.01.2022 The Australasian Recycling Label - taking the confusion out of recycling. Check it! Before you chuck it! The new Australasian Recycling Label (ARL) helps take the confusion out of recycling by telling you how to dispose of each part of a products packaging. By correctly disposing of your waste, we reduce contamination in the recycling bin and divert recyclable ,material from landfill. Check the label today!

22.01.2022 Merry Christmas everyone!

21.01.2022 Have your say about ageing in Bathurst. Residents are invited to have their say and assist the development of Councils inaugural Positive Ageing Strategy. Surveys can be collected and returned from the Civic Centre, Bathurst Library, Bathurst Seymour Centre and participating GP surgeries. Or you can complete the survey via the YourSay Bathurst website. ... Focus groups will be held on 23 and 24 September at BMEC. Register your interest by giving us a call on 6333 6523 or visiting www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/positiveageing Social distancing measures will be in place in both sessions.

21.01.2022 What's News at Council Keep up to date with what's happening at Council including road closures, policies, tenders, careers and local events. http://ow.ly/wxpQ30koEvm

21.01.2022 Become a Bathurst #backyardranger and you could receive one of these bird/possum bat boxes to mount in a tree or on a wall in your very own backyard. Thanks to funding from the Federal Governments Communities Environment Program, Council has purchased some nesting boxes to give to the community. Nest boxes can play a vital role as substitutes for hollows, providing nesting opportunities for a wide range of wildlife. Australia has the most hollow-dependent wildlife in the wor...ld and it can take 80 years for trees to start forming hollows and close to 300 years for a hollow large enough for a Brushtail Possum or a Cockatoo to use. Visit https://bit.ly/3geRWHQ to see how you can get involved.

20.01.2022 Bathurst Youth are recognising R U OK? Day today. 2020 has been a challenging year for everyone and circumstances have made it even more important for us all to stay connected and, for those who are able, be willing to support those around us. Bathurst Youth have created an R U OK? Day installation in Machattie Park and Kings Parade to promote the awareness of the campaign. They are also posting content on their page today to get the conversation started. ... The installation will be showcased from 10-12 September. People are reminded to practice social distancing if they walk through these areas to have a look. Visit www.ruok.org.au for more information.

20.01.2022 Whats News at Council Keep up to date with whats happening at Council including road closures, policies, tenders, careers and local events. http://ow.ly/wxpQ30koEvm

20.01.2022 Time to get into the spirit of Christmas! Snap a photo of you and your family or friends in front of the Kings Parade Christmas tree and share on Facebook or Instagram using the hashtag #christmasinbathurst, or email to [email protected] for your chance to win one of three $100 buy local gift cards. Entries close 22 December and winners will be announced 23 December. ... Terms and Conditions are available on the Council’s website. Bathurst Regional Council Events

20.01.2022 Council is currently recruiting for the following positions: - Finance Officer - Museum Sponsorship Officer - Manager Museums Assistant ... - Early Childhood Educator - part time - Ranger - Early Childhood Teacher - part time - Environmental Health Officer (parental leave contract, full time) - Gallery Assistant - Library Assistant Council only accepts online applications. Apply now at http://bathurst.nsw.gov.au/careers.

18.01.2022 The NSW Police Force have launched a high-visibility operation for this year's Supercheap Auto Bathurst 1000. Operation Bathurst commenced today, and will continue until Sunday 18 October to ensure the safety and security of competitors, officials and spectators throughout the events. Mayor Bobby Bourke attended the launch this morning encouraging residents and visitors to have fun but be safe, particularly this year with restrictions in place, and to take advantage of the ...#BBQ4Bathurst1000 at home with friends and family. To stay updated with the Supercheap Auto Bathurst 1000, follow the Supercars page.

18.01.2022 WIN 1 of 80 Supercars stationary packs! Show us your best and brightest colours for your chance to win. Download your copy now >> https://bit.ly/2Rszpgj, or you can pick one up from a number of local businesses listed on our website https://bit.ly/2Rszpgj... Entries close 5pm on 18 October 2020. See more

18.01.2022 Don't forget we still have beautiful Nala, James, Lily and Mable!

17.01.2022 Local Government Candidates Information Session An information session for candidates interested in standing as a candidate for the 2021 local government election will be held on Tuesday 1 December. The session will run from 5.30pm 7.30pm in the Council Chambers. ... Due to COVID-19 restrictions numbers are limited. Participants must register to attend. Registration is via email to [email protected] and you need to include your name and contact details. If you are unable to register via email call Council on 6333 6111.

17.01.2022 Going on Holidays? Don’t Advertise Your Home. Burglars are becoming more cunning than ever and using social media to know when you are not home. On your next holiday or adventure, think about posting your photos when you get home. #DontBeNext

17.01.2022 While you were shopping over the weekend, did you manage to find any of the Bathurst Youth Elves hidden in the shops? Don’t forget to take a photo and post it to social media with the hashtag #selfiewithelfiebathurst and you could win a $100 gift voucher!

17.01.2022 High water restrictions are currently in place for the Bathurst Region. For those who have pools, this will mean: - Topping up of pools is permitted before 10am or after 4pm for a maximum filling time of 15 minutes per day... - A pool cover must be used in accordance with the manufacturers or suppliers instructions - Council permission is required before first fill of new pools or the first refill of a renovated or repaired pool. For more information, visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/waterrestrictions

17.01.2022 2019 Winners Plaque unveiled Last year's winners Scott McLaughlin and Alexandre Premat of the Supercheap Auto Bathurst 1000 have unveiled their winner's plaque today at Mount Panorama Circuit alongside our Mayor Bobby Bourke. The plaque will be cemented in the ground outside the Council Chambers in the Official Winners Walk after the race. ... (Scott McLaughlin accepting last year's winners plaque on behalf of he and his co-driver Alex).

16.01.2022 High water restrictions are currently in place for the Bathurst Region. For home gardens, this means you can water your garden: - Before 10am or after 4pm... - Using the odds and evens system - For a maximum of 60 mins in total including gardens and lawns on permitted days - Using hoses with trigger nozzles, irrigation systems, microsprays, buckets and watering cans For more information visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/waterrestrictions

16.01.2022 With less than a week to go for the Bathurst Garage Sale Trail here are some helpful tips for how to maximise your sales. 1. Presentation counts- wash and iron clothes and display so buyers can clearly see what's on offer. 2. Bundle similar items together i.e. children's clothes or toys... 3. Make sure you have an eye catching sign out the front to help people find your sale. It's not too late to register your sale for 21 and 22 November here https://bit.ly/2K1cwQz

16.01.2022 Summer Reading Club kicks off today at the Bathurst Library Keep the kids reading over the summer with the annual Summer Reading Club! Read and log what books your child reads or complete challenges and activities to win tickets into the overall prize draw.... Visit the Bathurst Library Facebook page for more information and registrations.

16.01.2022 It is Magpie swooping season! And that means that our favourite walks, rides or runs may be less enjoyable for a little while. DID YOU KNOW that Magpies can remember faces and will educate their young about problem people or animals? That means that if you once threw a stick at a Magpie because it swooped you, it will remember you next year!... There are a few things you can do to make friends with Magpies. Click on the link below to learn more about these amazing animals. http://bit.ly/aboutmagpies

16.01.2022 Come and join the team! Our current career opportunities are: - Property Officer... - Early Childhood Room Leader - Aboriginal Liaison Officer - Labourer General - Truck Driver/Labourer - Ganger Signs and Markings Visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/careers for more information and to apply.

16.01.2022 Council now has ownership of a key piece of land near the Bridle Track from a deceased estate necessary for the road bypass near Monaghans Bluff. Council has obtained $2 million in funding from the State Government for improvements to The Bridle Track. The bypass around Monaghans Bluff is around 2km. Over $200,000 in works conducted so far have improved access for residents and tourists. This includes road widening and maintenance works on various sections of the road.... Full media release https://bit.ly/3i2M84U

15.01.2022 We have some Magpies nesting nearby!

15.01.2022 Riding a bike in regional NSW. Please take Bathurst & Blayney Road Safety10 minute survey for riders and non-riders. You could go in a draw to win one of 5 x $100 prepaid Visa cards.... https://bit.ly/39ZKgbX More than a million people ride a bike at least once a week in NSW. We would like to understand how you currently ride and use the roads in your area; what you like and don’t like, and what would encourage you to ride more.

15.01.2022 Are you looking to get a little crafty this Christmas? Register for one of Bathurst Regional Council Events free Kids Activity Packs! Register by 16 December to receive one. PLUS snap a photo in front of the Kings Parade Christmas tree for your chance to win one of three $100 buy local gift cards.... Entries close 22 December and winners will be announced 23 December. Click here to register https://bit.ly/37iX37x #christmasinbathurst #schoolholidayfun

15.01.2022 Christmas Closures The Civic Centre Administration building and other council facilities are now closed and will re-open at 8.30am Monday 4 January 2021. This Facebook page will not be monitored during the closure, therefore messages or comments will not be responded to.... For urgent enquiries please call the after hours number 6334 2795. The Waste Management Centre is closed today from 12 noon and Christmas Day. Waste and recycling collection services will continue to occur as per the usual collection day, even if this falls on a public holiday. For a full list of closures please visit https://www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/

14.01.2022 Online Lodgement of Planning Applications The NSW Government is requiring Councils to move toward digital lodgement of planning applications, including development applications, complying development certificates, construction certificates and Section 68 (Local Government Act) approvals. From 1 January 2021 Council will be requiring these applications to be lodged online.... Council has also developed information to assist you with the process of lodging applications. It can be found at the Yoursay Project Page https://yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/eplanning. This will be updated regularly as more information is being clarified.

14.01.2022 Family History at Mount Panorama BRC TV interviewed Steve Richards and Clay Richards last weekend at Challenge Bathurst, where Clay drove around Mount Panorama Circuit for the first time in a Toyota 86 for the Super Sprint.

14.01.2022 #FeelGoodFriday

14.01.2022 Council is currently looking for a full-time Finance Officer. Apply now at http://bathurst.nsw.gov.au/careers.

13.01.2022 Have you seen the Bathurst Youth R U OK Day installation in Machattie Park and Kings Parade? 2020 has been a challenging year for everyone and circumstances have made it even more important for us all to stay connected and, for those who are able, be willing to support those around us. Bathurst Youth have created an R U OK? Day installation in Machattie Park and Kings Parade to promote awareness of the campaign. The installation will now be on display until Sunday 13 Septem...ber. People are reminded to practice social distancing if they walk through these areas to have a look. Visit www.ruok.org.au for more information. See more

13.01.2022 Bathurst Wallabies Triathlon Club (Official) Council advises the following changes to traffic will commence this Sunday 15 November. William Street between Charlotte Street and Stanley Street; and Stanley Street between William Street and George Street will be temporarily closed commencing 8.00am until 11.00am for the Bathurst Wallabies Triathlon.

13.01.2022 Feel Good Furiday! Remember Tommy? He was only featured a couple of weeks ago, and look at him now! His name is now Tigger, and you can just see the positive change in his face from the pound photo to his new loving home. What a makeover! He absolutely loves his new home and has two human sisters who love him so much, and is spoilt rotten by the whole family.... Thanks Ashleigh for sharing your story and choosing to adopt. Adopting an animal from the Pound can be very rewarding. If you have adopted an animal from the pound, we would love to see how our furry friends are going! Simply send us a message or post a photo below with your pound pooch's/kitty's name and when you adopted them. #fridayfeels

12.01.2022 Have you found the elf in the shop yet for the Bathurst Youth #selfiewithelfiebathurst shop local initiative? You could win a $100 Buy Local gift card for participating! Just enter online and tell us where you found the elf and what it was doing https://bit.ly/2Knu3CE... You can also snap a selfie with the elf, post it on social media and tag #selfiewithelfiebathurst

11.01.2022 Bathurst will join the national Garage Sale Trail for the first time this year. Council has previously held an annual community garage sale at Mount Panorama but with the impact of COVID-19 restrictions, the decision has been made to take the garage sale in a new direction, partnering with the Garage Sale Trail. Anyone taking part can opt to hold a physical or online garage sale on the weekend of 21 and 22 November.... Registration to participate in the Garage Sale Trail opens on 16 September. To keep up to date on the Garage Sale Trail 2020 and how to take part visit Councils website or follow Bathurst Regional Council Events Full media release https://bit.ly/2DL2vnV

11.01.2022 National Road Safety Week is an annual initiative from the Safer Australian Roads and Highways (SARAH) Group, partnering road safety organisations and Government. The week highlights the impact of road trauma and ways to reduce it. Visit Bathurst & Blayney Road Safety and pledge to drive so others survive by following tips posted every day throughout the week! Visit the National Road Safety Week website for more information about how you can get invovled.

11.01.2022 What are you doing this Sunday for Fathers Day?

10.01.2022 Its that time of the year again - BizMonth! The BizMonth vision is to attract and promote events specifically for businesses and members of the Bathurst business community to gain new insights, ideas and connections. We encourage all business owners to embrace the activities and events being conducted. For more information, visit www.bathurstbusinesshub.com.au and click on the events page. Or follow the Bathurst Business Hub page.

10.01.2022 Council is currently recruiting for the following positions: Finance Officer Museum Sponsorship Officer Manager Museums Assistant ... Early Childhood Educator - part time Ranger Environmental Health Officer Council only accepts online applications. Apply now at http://bathurst.nsw.gov.au/careers.

08.01.2022 The Children at Bathurst Regional Council Children's Services Scallywags Long Day Care and Preschool took great pleasure in creating four individual canvases for the walls of the local Bathurst Uniting Safe Shelter. The Shelter Cafe operates from 12-2pm, Thursday to Sunday, in the shelter rooms at the back of the Uniting Church - William Street. The Cafe offers guests a hot meal, drink, change of clothing and a sleeping bag if needed along with a friendly smile. The Cafe is ...run by 26 community volunteers and 15 1st year paramedic students from Charles Sturt University. The children hope their canvases add a smile to the faces of people who visit the cafe.

08.01.2022 Council has resolved to support an application to the Geographic Names Board for the dual Naming: Macquarie River - Wambuul and Fish River Wambuul and is seeking community feedback on the proposal. For more information and to make a submission visit YourSay Bathurst. Submissions close 4pm Friday 11 December. https://yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/dual-naming

07.01.2022 Burglars are becoming more cunning than ever using social media as a tool to know when you are home. On your next holiday, adventure or outing think about posting your photos when you get home. Don’t Advertise Your Home! #DontBeNext

07.01.2022 Feel Good Furiday! Meet Spud! Portia adopted Spud not long ago (she was one of the kittens that were available for adoption). She is already best friends with Portia's other cat Jasper and loving life! These photos are seriously cute. ... Adopting an animal from the Pound can be very rewarding. If you have adopted an animal from the pound, we would love to see how our furry friends are going! Simply send us a message or post a photo below with your pound pooch's/kitty's name and when you adopted them. #fridayfeels

07.01.2022 Feel Good Furiday! We absolutely love getting photos of our furry friends in their new loving homes. These are Lesleys three pound babies, livin their best life!... Adopting an animal from the Pound can be very rewarding. If you have adopted an animal from the pound, we would love to see how our furry friends are going! Simply send us a message or post a photo below with your pound poochs/kittys name and when you adopted them. #fridayfeels

07.01.2022 Tonights September Ordinary Council meeting will be live streamed on our YouTube channel for your viewing https://bit.ly/35vVym4. The public gallery at this stage still remains closed. For more information or to view our policy visit https://bit.ly/328DNWo

07.01.2022 Booking system introduced for Rail Museums Kids Central. With the popularity of Kids Central at the Bathurst Rail Museum continuing to grow, a new booking system has been introduced to reduce waiting times and ensure spots for visitors. To view session times and to book your spot, visit www.museumsbathurst.com.au, or call 6338 2850 for more information. ... Full media release https://bit.ly/34OM8Sa

07.01.2022 Bathurst Youth will recognise R U OK? Day The Youth Council will dress trees in Machattie Park and Kings Parade in yellow to promote awareness of R U OK? Day. The day is dedicated to reminding everyone that every day is a day to ask, Are you ok? and start a conversation that could change a life and help those struggling with everyday life ups and downs.... Full media release https://bit.ly/32IKxuN

07.01.2022 Tonight's December Ordinary Council meeting will be live streamed on our YouTube channel for your viewing https://bit.ly/3pnAcic The public gallery at this stage still remains closed. For more information or to view our policy visit https://bit.ly/328DNWo

07.01.2022 Don't be next! The Bathurst Regional LGA consistently records rates of break and enter dwelling offences significantly higher than the state average. Many of these offences were opportunistic, meaning offenders were able to take advantage of unlocked doors, windows or unsecured garages or sheds. ... Council received a $40,000 grant by the NSW Government as part of the NSW Crime Prevention grant to conduct a public awareness campaign to reduce resident's risk of becoming a victim of break and enter. The campaign will be delivered in the coming weeks before Christmas, in addition to pop-up stalls and a mail-out of brochures and educational material in 2021. #DontBeNext

07.01.2022 SOLD Buddy is a very friendly male cat that we think would make a wonderful shed cat. He loves people and is super friendly. If you are after a shed cat or a farm cat then Buddy is your man. Contact the pound on 6333 6190 to organise an appointment.

06.01.2022 Recycling myths debunked! Recycling can be confusing and there are a number of recycling myths that add to this. One myth is that Council simply sends recycling to landfill. ... This is not true - when residents use the yellow lid recycling bin correctly all of that material is reprocessed at a facility in Australia. Residents can be confident in the integrity of recycling systems here in Bathurst and across Australia. We've busted a couple of other myths below. Do you know another myth that needs busting? Let us know in the comments.

06.01.2022 Come and join the team! Our current career opportunities are: - Subdivision Team Leader - full time... Visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/careers for more information and to apply.

05.01.2022 The Upper Macquarie County Council is currently accepting expressions of interest for weed biosecurity inspection, technical and operational roles. If you are interested in either a permanent Weeds Biosecurity Officer role or a Temporary part time Biosecurity Program Assistant, please visit www.umcc.nsw.gov.au for further information on how to apply.

05.01.2022 Ben Chifley Dam is nearing capacity with the current water storage at 98.2%. High water restrictions are currently in place for the Bathurst region - www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/waterrestrictions

05.01.2022 The Bathurst Regional Art Gallery (BRAG) is giving you the chance to win $500 thanks to ANZ Australia and Art Gallery of New South Wales. All you have to do is simple cast your vote in the Peoples Choice Award using the iPad located in the gallery, while visiting the 2019 Archibald Prize. Visit the BRAG Facebook page to find out more information!... Voting will close 2pm Sunday 27 September. Image: David Griggs, Tracing the antiquity of Jewish alchemy with Alexie Glass-Kantor, oil on canvas, diptych, each panel 290 x 148.5 cm, the artist, Photo: AGNSW, Jenni Carter, Sitter: Alexie Glass-Kantor executive director of Artspace, Sydney

04.01.2022 Do you own or manage a business or community service that uses the Bathurst town water supply? High water restrictions are currently in place and you can find information on restrictions details, compliance, permits, and exemption forms and water efficiency plans for businesses and community services on Council’s website www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/waterrestrictions

04.01.2022 We are looking forward to the event in 2022!

04.01.2022 Everyone loves a scavenger hunt right? We have 1000 participants taking part in the VERTO Scavenger Hunt, and there is still time to enter! But hurry, the hunt ends on 18 October > https://bit.ly/2ZScZd2

04.01.2022 Applications to be part of this years Bathurst Youth Council close tomorrow, 15 September at 4pm. Visit https://www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/youth to apply.

04.01.2022 Don't forget about sweet Neville who is still looking for his furever home!

03.01.2022 Bathurst Wallabies Triathlon Club (Official) Council advises the following changes to traffic will commence from 8am until 11am this Sunday 13 December. William Street between Charlotte Street and Stanley Street; and Stanley Street between William Street and George Street.

03.01.2022 Bathursts Greatest Staycations competition 5 x stay at home vacations within the Bathurst region are up for grabs to encourage locals to take a break without having to travel far and to support local businesses. The staycation packages include a range of experiences in arts and culture, family friendly fun, the great outdoors, heritage discovery and luxe indulgences. ... The competition is open to people residing in the Bathurst local government area. The competition is open from now until 10 October. To enter, go to the Bathurst Business Hub page, tag a friend and share the giveaway posts. Each prize package will be given away over the next eight weeks. The competition is part of the DoorsOpen! Bathurst initiative. Full media release https://bit.ly/2ERbBQc

03.01.2022 Apply now to receive funding to purchase sporting equipment or undertake specific works for the advancement of sport in the region. Sporting organisations that are affiliated with the Bathurst District Sport and Recreation Council are eligible to apply. A total of $20,000 has been allocated to this scheme. Further information and application forms are available from Councils Recreation Section on 6333 6285 or Councils website www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au. Applications close on Tuesday 29 September.

03.01.2022 Happening now - an Extraordinary Meeting of Bathurst Regional Council. Watch here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJlNUc6dIkU

03.01.2022 Come and join the team! Our current career opportunities are: - Property Officer ... - Early Childhood Room Leader - Aboriginal Liaison Officer - Labourer General - Truck Driver/Labourer - Ganger Signs and Markings - Bar Attendant - casual x 2 Visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/careers for more information and to apply.

02.01.2022 High water restrictions are currently in place for the Bathurst Region. You are able to wash your car - - At home on the lawn, using a bucket and trigger nozzle on a hose before 10am or after 4pm... - At registered car washes at any time For more information, visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/waterrestrictions

02.01.2022 Celebrate at Home for the Supercheap Auto Bathurst 1000! Snap your crew and share your set up at home using the hashtag #BBQ4Bathurst1000 and #HappyBathurstDay and you could win a 2020 Supercheap Auto Bathurst 1000 poster. More info: https://bit.ly/2FahMPS

02.01.2022 Get Grubby Families! The amazing dirtgirlworld, Costa Georgiadis Official and Scrapboy have just launched a new online subscription program called Get Grubby for Families. Because Bathurst Regional Council is part of the Get Grubby Program, local residents are invited to join in the fun for FREE.... Each month, subscribers receive a bumper email, jam-packed with ideas, activities, printables, songs, videos and exclusive resources to help you grow a family garden, make compost and cook the harvest, along with recycling fun, sustainable DIY, nature play and getting grubby outdoors! Designed for 310 year old’s and their families, it’s a fantastic resource to help your whole family grow together at home. To activate your subscription, click on this link- https://bit.ly/3j0nLEz and carefully follow the instructions. Once you are activated you will receive your first edition the WELCOME pack!

02.01.2022 Do you want the chance to have your say on local issues that affect young people? Applications to be part of the Bathurst Regional Youth Council are now open and close on the 15 September. Its a great opportunity to meet new people, organise events and learn new skills and develop an understanding of local government. ... Visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/youth to apply.

02.01.2022 Council is developing a Positive Ageing Strategy that will aim to improve the regions ability to cater for an ageing population. For more information on the strategy, to register your interest to attend planned focus groups on 23 and 24 September, or to provide feedback visit https://www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/positiveageing

01.01.2022 Tickets are now on sale for the Bathurst 6 Hour Happening 2 - 4 April 2021!

01.01.2022 Whats happening @ BMEC Bathurst? The Song Company | Close-Up: Chant damour et de mort | Bathurst Radical 20th-century French composer Olivier Messiaens obsession with the transformative qualities of music and its power to connect the human soul with distant mysteries of the universe is channelled into his epic song cycle, Harawi... Just click the link below for more information and to grab your tickets.

01.01.2022 Bathurst Regional Council has prepared a draft Asset Management Policy, which is now on exhibition for community feedback. A hard copy of the draft policy is available for viewing at Council’s Engineering Services Department, or it can be downloaded from the YourSay Bathurst website, yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au. Submissions can be lodged via YourSay Bathurst or in writing to The General Manager, Private Mail Bag 17, Bathurst, NSW, 2795.... Submissions can be made until 4pm Monday 11 January 2021.

01.01.2022 Good news for Chifley Dam users As of today, 24 December, Chifley Dam will reopen for water related activities and recreational use. The dam now has an amber level alert. For more information visit https://www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/chifley-dam-details.html

01.01.2022 How about a virtual visit?