What’s News at Bathurst Regional Council

MEDIA RELEASE 15 June 2018

Tree Planting Day

On Sunday 17 June a community tree planting tree will be held at Hawthornden Creek, Jacques Park, South Bathurst. Contact Council’s Recreation Section on 6333 6233 or visit the Sustainable Bathurst Facebook page for more information.

Bathurst Winter Festival Ice Skating Tickets

The Bathurst Winter Festival will be held from 7 – 22 July. Tickets for the McDonald’s Bathurst Ice Rink are now available. Visit bathurstwinterfestival.com.au to purchase tickets or for more information.

NAIDOC Week - Flag Raising Ceremony

Celebrate National NAIDOC Week in Bathurst by attending a flag raising ceremony on Monday 9 July 2018. An official ceremony and morning tea will be held in the Council Chamber at 10.00 am, followed by the flag raising in front of the Civic Centre, Russell Street.

Residents are also reminded that the local Bathurst Aboriginal community will be further celebrating NAIDOC Week at a later date, when the weather is warmer. Details will be provided closer to the date.

Author Talk @ the Library

Author Noel Braun will be at the library on Friday 22 June to discuss his new book The Day Was Made For Walking. The talk starts at 6.15 pm. Bookings can be made by calling 6333 6281.

Under the Radar

A free two hour motorcycle rider workshop will be held at Blayney Community Centre on Sunday, 24 June at 11.00am. The session will include details on motorcycle stats, road craft, riding techniques and riding gear. For more information visit www.survivetheride.org or email [email protected]

Water cost at Hereford St standpipes halved

Council has reduced the cost of water from the Hereford Street standpipes by 50 per cent. The charge of $5/kl has been reduced $2.50/kl under a provision in Council’s water pricing policy for drought affected areas.

Residents can visit Council’s cashiers during business hours to purchase a prepaid water card. Own arrangements need to be made for water cartage. For more information visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/water

Be Water Wise – Rainwater Tanks

Rainwater tanks are growing in popularity and are a great way to collect excess water that runs off the roof. This captured water can be used for all sorts of household needs, including flushing toilets, watering your garden, or washing your clothes. If you already have a rainwater tank, now is great time to check pump operation and clean filters to ensure there are no blockages.

Illegal Dumping

Illegal dumping is a big issue that not only pollutes the environment and costs Council and ratepayers money, it makes our region look untidy. You can help Council and the NSW Environment Protection Authority catch offenders by reporting illegal dumping when it occurs. Just search ‘Report to EPA’ on your smart device, or call Council on 6333 6511. Together we can keep our region beautiful.

Temporary Road Closures

Limekilns Road

Limekilns Road, between Hughes Street and Marsden Lane will be temporarily closed to traffic until Friday, 22 June for road and stormwater works. Local traffic can access McBrien Drive from east bound direction during the period of the closure.

Bathurst and Prince Streets

Bathurst Street, between Bridge and North Streets, along with Prince Street between Bathurst andChurch Streets will be temporarily closed during May and June for road and stormwater works.Resident access will be maintained during the closure.

ENDS

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