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Published on 17 July 2026
Last week, Council commenced public consultation on our next Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP), for the 2027-2031 period. The DIAP aims to set out practical steps for the development of an accessible, inclusive and welcoming community for everyone across the Bathurst Region, and Council wants to hear from you to ensure the plan reflects diverse community needs. A survey was launched on Council's YourSay website last week and is open to comments and feedback. Additionally, throughout August and September Focus Groups and a Service Provider Forum will be held to hear directly from members of the community. Council has engaged the services and guidance of the Physical Disability Council of NSW (PDCN), who specialise across all disabilities not just physical disability, to support Council in developing and implementing these consultation strategies. Please head to Council's website for more information and to have your say to ensure the DIAP is appropriately reflective of our growing, varied community.
Coming up next month, we will be hosting our annual Household Chemical Cleanout to provide Bathurst residents with a safe and free way to dispose of a wide range of household hazardous materials. This is a valuable event if you're seeking to clear out your homes of chemicals and hazardous materials that aren’t allowed in curb-side bin disposal. Plus, it's a safe, convenient way to protect the health of our community and environment. Items can be brought to Harris Park, Mount Panorama on Sunday 2 August from 11am-2pm for free disposal. Head to Council's website or call us on 6333 6111 to confirm the full list of eligible items. Please do ensure when transporting any chemicals on the day that all containers are sealed, sat upright and aren’t leaking!
Plus, there’s still time to apply for Council’s Heritage Assistance Grants for the 2026/27 period. The program offers up to $5,000 on a dollar-for-dollar basis toward heritage conservation and interpretation projects. For more information and to access the application form, visit Council’s Heritage Assistance Funds YourSay Page. Applications close next Friday 24 July 2026.
Robert Taylor
Mayor of Bathurst