What's News 13 September 2024

Published on 13 September 2024

Pet-oween at BARC

The Bathurst Animal Rehoming Centre will be from 10am until 1pm on Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 October for Pet-oween. Come and see all the cats and dogs available for adoption.

Community Tree Planting Day

Sunday, 29 September

Commencing at 10am at Hereford Street Open Space Reserve, just downstream of the low-level bridge, the event welcomes adults and kids alike to participate in planting native trees, shrubs, and grasses. The plantings will not only provide important habitat for local wildlife including native birds but also improve the health and function of this important urban waterway. 

After the planting activities, the Bathurst Regional Council will host a free barbecue lunch for all participants. 

Parking is available in Hereford Street, Open Space Reserve. Four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicle access to the planting site is ONLY permissible for volunteers with a disability. This access is available via Murdoch Place. 

For more information contact Councils Community Environmental Engagement Programs Officer Bill Josh (Habitat Connect) on 0407 256 791 or Councils Environmental Programs Coordinator Kristie Kearney on 02 6333 6111. 

Household Chemical Cleanout

The annual Household Chemical Cleanout will be held on Sunday 20 October 2024, 10.00am – 1.00pm at the Cooke Hockey Complex Carpark. This cleanout event allows Bathurst residents to dispose of a range of household hazardous materials for free (household quantities only - up to 20L or 20kg).

The following items are accepted:

Garden chemicals

Pool chemicals

Household cleaners

Hobby chemicals

Poisons

Batteries

Paint

Motor oils, fluids, and fuels

Fluoro lights

Gas bottles

Fire extinguishers

Smoke detectors

Visit Council’s website for more information: www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/services/waste-recycling/household-chemical-cleanout

Financial Literacy Workshops   

Bookings: 6333 6281

Join an educational officer from Mary MacKillop Today to learn more about your finances in a relaxed and informal environment. Questions are encouraged. Tea and coffee provided.

Workshop program

19 September – Accessing Equity

2024 BizMonth Lunch

The lunch is a great opportunity for business professionals to network with each other in a relaxing atmosphere. The 2024 lunch will be held at the beautiful Bathurst Goldfields on Mount Panorama.

Time: 11.45am to 2.30pm
Date: Tuesday 24th September 2024
Where: Bathurst Goldfields, Mount Panorama
Cost: Earlybird $60 per ticket – $550 table of 10

Tickets https://bathurstliveinvest.com.au/event/2024-bizmonth-business-lunch/

2024/25 Sporting Association Grants

Each year Bathurst Regional Council provides a grant scheme to assist local sporting organisations to undertake specific works or purchase equipment for the advancement of sport in the Bathurst Region.

Sporting organisations that are affiliated with the Bathurst District Sport and Recreation Council are eligible to apply for these grants. A total of $10,000 has been allocated to this scheme.

Applications must be submitted by 10am Tuesday 24 September 2024.

To apply > https://www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/Council/Grants-Donations/202425-Sporting-Association-Grant

For further information contact Council’s Recreation Section on (02) 6333 6285.

Media contact: Lilli Reid  Digital Communications Officer

P: 02 6333 6592  

E: Lilli.Reid@bathurst.nsw.gov.au