What’s News at Bathurst Regional Council

MEDIA RELEASE 15 February 2019

Celebrations for International Women’s Day (IWD)

Council is holding two free events to celebrate International Women’s Day.

Balance with Bubbles

This event will provide women with an opportunity to relax and enjoy a share platter, a glass of bubbles (alcoholic & non-alcoholic) while enjoying music from two local musicians in the beautiful surroundings of Machattie Park opposite the Begonia House. The event is a celebration of women and the importance of balance in everyday life on Friday 8 March from 5.00pm -7.00pm.

All About Women

A livestream session will be held at BMEC from the Sydney Opera House Sunday, 10 March from 1.00pm to 5.30pm. All About Women features emerging new voices from around the world speaking to future directions in feminism.

Seniors Festival

Seniors Festival is a celebration of the valuable contribution seniors make to the Bathurst community. An array of events, activities and entertainment will be on offer between 13 and 24 February for all seniors to enjoy. For more information call Council’s Community Services department on 6333 6523 or visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Food & Flix – A Free Outdoor Cinema Experience

Food & Flix will be held on Friday 22 February from 6:00pm-10.00pm at the Adventure

Playground. Food will be available for purchase or bring a picnic dinner.

Screening of The Greatest Showman will commence at 8:00pm. For more information please call Council’s Community Services department on 6333 6523 or visit

www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au.

Sustainable Living Expo

Craig Reucassel, host of ABC television’s popular series “The War on Waste” will be the guest speaker at this year’s Sustainable Living Expo on Saturday, 23 March. The expo runs from 8.00am to 12.30pm and will be held in conjunction with the Bathurst Farmers’ Markets at the Bathurst Showgrounds. It will also feature family entertainment Zoo to You and The Radical Recyclers. Entry is by gold coin donation to Bathurst Lions Club. For more information visit or like @sustainablebathurst on Facebook.

Play Like a Panther Super Clinic

Rub shoulders with the Penrith Panthers NRL squad at the ‘Play Like a Panther Super Clinic’. The clinic is open to children 5-12 years of age to learn rugby league skills and drills. All participants must register online at www.bathurstnrl.com.au. The clinic will be held on Thursday 28 March, from 4pm-5pm at the Bathurst Sports Ground.

Living Legends nominations

Nominations are now open for the 2019 Living Legends awards. The title, Living Legend, recognises the achievements of individuals and the way they have contributed positively to the community

An individual will be considered for the Living Legends list if they currently living within the Bathurst Regional Council area and have contributed to making Bathurst a great place to live and visit. Living Legends are announced on Proclamation Day in May each year.

For more information visit Your Say Bathurst. Nominations close Friday 15 March 2019.

Bathurst Region Macquarie Medal Project/Scholarship 2019/20

Applications are now invited for a supporting grant or scholarship, under Section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993, to undertake a major work or learning in the following areas:

1. Conservation, maintenance and adaptive reuse projects of heritage items or at risk buildings and sites of heritage value within the Bathurst Region.

2. Promotion and interpretation of the history and heritage of the Bathurst region, its building and places, natural environment, people and projects and their embedded stories and enhance community reflection and understanding about the Bathurst region’s history.

3. Support the learning in heritage management and conservation.

4. Foster and support the growth of heritage trades and practices.

A grant of up to $10,000 (paid over two years) is available to the winning project or area of learning.

Applications for funding must be made on Council’s application form which is available on Council’s website at www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au or from Council’s Environmental, Planning and Building Services Department, Civic Centre, Russell Street, Bathurst.

The closing date for applications is Friday, 15 March 2019.

Operation Cat

For a limited time, the Cat Protection Society NSW Inc is offering $50 cat desexing plus F3 vaccination for health care card holders and pensioners who are residents of the Bathurst LGA. Inc conjunction, Council is also offering microchipping free of charge as part of the ‘Operation cat’ program. Bookings for the program must be made by calling 9519 7201. The program will conclude on 22 February depending on available slots. Availability is limited to 80.

George and Howick Street Roundabout Upgrade

The upgrade of the George and Howick Street roundabout is continuing. This project will significantly improve safety and enable smoother flow of traffic at the intersection. For regular project updates visit https://yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Bathurst NRL tickets on sale

Tickets are now on sale for the round three NRL clash between Penrith Panthers and Melbourne Storm at Carrington Park on Saturday, 30 March. To purchase tickets or for more information visit bathurstnrl.com.au

Have YourSay On….

Free Public WiFi Trial

Council has installed a free public WiFi system in the CBD and some recreation areas and we want the community to test the system and provide feedback before it is launched later this year.

Visit the Smart Community page on Council’s website for details on the WiFi system and where it is available. Fill in the quick survey and tell us about your experience.

Community Participation Plan

In March 2018, changes to the Environmental Planning and Assessment (EPA) Act 1979 set out new requirements for Councils to prepare a Community Participation Plan (CPP). All Planning Authorities, including the Department of Planning and Environment and Councils, will be required to have in place a Community Participation Plan by 1 December 2019.

Companion Animal Management Plan

The proposed plan incorporates recent changes to legislation and provides a framework to address responsibilities associated with companion animal ownership and other related issues within the Bathurst Region.

Development Control Plan Changes

Council has prepared an amendment to the Bathurst Region Development Control Plan (DCP) 2014. The purpose of this amendment is to update Chapter 10 – Urban Design and Heritage Management to include archaeological provisions for the former Milltown Cemetery and Wattle Flat Mining Areas.

Use of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems/Drones Policy

The Draft policy outlines parameters to be adhered to when operating a RPAS/Drone for Council use.

To provide feedback on any of these plans or policies visit https://yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

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