What’s News at Bathurst Regional Council

MEDIA RELEASE 13 July 2018

Australian Fossil & Mineral Museum

Dinosaurs in the Dark - Torchlight Tour

Tuesday 17 July 2018: 6.00 pm - 7.00 pm

$14 adult, $10 concession, $7 child, $30 family.

Fossil Flicks - Plan 9 from Outer Space

Friday 20 July 2018: 6.00 pm - 8.00 pm

1950s sci fi /horror cult classic. Age 15+. $20 adult/$15 concession.

Bookings are essential, call 6331 5511 or visit the museum at 224 Howick Street, Bathurst.

Brew and Bite

The stage is set for Brew & Bite. The event features gourmet food trucks, mulled wine, craft beer and plenty of activities and entertainment for all ages on Saturday, 14 July from midday to 9.00pm. The Winter Festival’s fixtures such as McDonald’s Bathurst Ice Rink, House of Mirrors, ferris wheel and illuminations will also operate throughout the weekend.

Groove and Grill

Come along and watch the region's talented young artists perform on stage in Kings Parade on Sunday, 15 July from 11.00am to 4.00pm. Bring along a blanket, friends and family and enjoy the Winter Playground which will be in full swing. There will also be a barbecue, some food stalls and sweet treats to top off the day.

Water Wise – Remember to mulch

Using mulch in garden, no matter how big or small, reduces water evaporation by up to 70 per cent and helps ensure your garden is water efficient.

For more water saving tips visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/waterwise

Serrated Tussock is the weed target for the Spring 2018 aerial weed-spraying program

The Upper Macquarie County Council will be conducting an aerial weed-spraying program in a number of areas across Bathurst, Blayney, Lithgow and Oberon local government areas in September. The program will target controlling, and reducing the spread, of the priority weed Serrated Tussock.

The spraying program will be undertaken from a helicopter and is suitable for large and small rural landholdings. This year there is the option of a liquid spray or granular treatment. For more information or to register for the program contact Upper Macquarie County Council on 6338 2875 or [email protected].

Access Improvement for Small Business Grants

Grants are available to assist local small businesses and non-profit organisations improve access and inclusion to their place of business/organisation.

Businesses and non-profit organisations within the Bathurst region may apply for funding of either 50% of project costs, or up to a maximum of $5,000 on a dollar for dollar basis.

For further details, contact Council on 6333 6523 or visit Council’s website. Applications close at 4.00 pm on Friday 31 August 2018.

Have YourSay

Community Safety Survey

Complete the survey and enter the draw for a chance to win 1 of 5 $100 Bathurst Buy Local Gift Cards.

Community safety is essential to the overall wellbeing of Bathurst Regional LGA residents. Bathurst Regional Council is currently undertaking a wide reaching community consultation to develop the Bathurst Community Safety Plan 2019 - 2023.

Public Wi-Fi Acceptable Use Policy

Council has developed a policy - Public Wi-Fi Acceptable Use Policy - for the public Wi-Fi system to be installed in the CBD. Council is seeking feedback on this policy.

Mitre-Suttor-Lambert Street Roundabout Design

The design for a roundabout at the Mitre-Suttor- Lambert Street intersection has been completed and Council is seeking feedback on this project.

Water Access for Primary Producers

Council has resolved to provide water from the Hereford Street standpipes at no charge to verified primary producers. Council is seeking feedback on the proposed policy.

To view these projects, visit yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

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ENDS

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