What's News 13 June
Published on 13 June 2025
Council is inviting local businesses to join our Frosty Finds Window Hunt—a winter inspired activity designed to bring fun, excitement, and increased foot traffic to our Bathurst businesses! Running throughout the school holidays from 4 - 20 July.
Families and visitors will hunt for the odd object in each window for their chance to win a buy local gift card– it’s a fun way to increase foot traffic, visibility, and community involvement in town!
ESSSENSSSE – New Exhibition at BRAG
Bathurst Regional Art Gallery (BRAG) is pleased to present ESSSENSSSE, a joyful work about healing and new beginnings by acclaimed contemporary artist HOSSEI (NSW), guest curated by Tesha Malott.
Exhibition: 5 July – 7 September
Manning Aquatic Centre Changeroom Upgrades
Contractors are scheduled to commence the upgrade of the women’s changeroom facility at Manning Aquatic Centre on Monday 16 June and anticipate the completion of works by September this year. Works are to include the replacement of shower and toilet partitioning, installation of new shower heads & taps, basins, waterproofing, new toilets, wall tiling, and a new floor surfacing treatment.
Changes will be in place during the upgrade works in order to ensure that changeroom options are provided to all pool patrons utilising the Centre. Signage detailing temporary alternative changerooms will be displayed throughout the Centre.
Heritage Lamp Restoration, Chifley Park
From 2 June, Council will be restoring eight heritage lamps in Chifley Park, West Bathurst. As part of this project, the original cast elements of the lamps will undergo restoration works including rust removal, metal work and repainting. This will require the disconnection of the lamps for a period of 2 to 4 weeks.
The works will be undertaken by Council staff with assistance from local metal fabricator Chris Horton Manufacturing. We regret any inconvenience the works may cause.
The project is funded through the Australian Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.
Macquarie Park Playground in William Street will be closed for use from Monday 2 June to Friday 13 June inclusive, reopening on Monday 16 June. The playground will be closed while the existing organic soft-fall and timber edging is replaced.
The area immediately around the playground where the works will occur will be para-webbed to prevent access. Other areas of the park including barbecue shelters and adjacent play elements will still be available for use.
Nightwork on Vittoria Street
On the evening of Monday 16 June, Transport for NSW will be carrying out maintenance to repair damaged road surfaces and culvert replacement on Vittoria Street. To minimise the impact on motorists, the work will be carried out between 7pm and 5am on the evening of Monday 16 June and it is expected to take one night, weather permitting.
For more information, contact the Transport for NSW Project Infoline: 1800 167 499.
Freemantle Road will be closed from Mill Lane to Duramana Road on Thursday 19 June between 7am and 5pm. A detour will be in place via Mill Lane and Logan Street for light vehicles, school buses and vehicles under 12.5m. Longer Vehicles will be required to use the closed section of Freemantle Road between Mill Lane and Duramana Road under the direction of traffic controllers with the potential for delays to occur. The temporary closure is for demolition works undertaken by Beasy Pty Ltd on the radio masts.
Nightwork on Mitchell Highway between Bathurst and Robin Hill
Beginning Sunday 25 May, Transport for NSW will be carrying out essential maintenance work to repair damaged road surfaces on the Mitchell Highway between Bradwardine Road and Dunkeld Road. The work will take place at night between 7pm and 5am from Sunday to Thursday nights, commencing Sunday 25 May. It is expected the work will take ten nights, weather permitting.
For more information, contact the Transport for NSW Project Infoline: 1800 167 499.
Crago Fountain Restoration Works
Project works commenced for the restoration and maintenance of Crago Fountain in Machattie Park on Friday 30 May. The project is anticipated to take between four to six weeks, weather dependent.
The fountain and surrounding area will be closed to public access for the duration of the works for safety reasons. The works will include paint and rust removal, replacement of missing fountain elements, and repainting the fountain to preserve the structure.
Council has awarded a contract to Carters Engineering to undertake the works.
The project is fully funded through the Australian Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.
Bridge Maintenance Works - Warrys Road
National Parks & Wildlife Service have advised that they will be undertaking bridge maintenance work on Warrys Road at the intersection of Clarke Street and Warrys Road. This section of Warrys Road will be closed with a detour in place from 2 June to 8am Wednesday 18 June.
Further information can be obtained directly by contacting NPWS John Sears, 5 Beyers Ave Hill End 2850 on 6370 9043 or via the website: nationalparks.nsw.gov.au
Winter In Bathurst - Tickets Selling Fast
While Bathurst Regional Council has taken a step back from running the Bathurst Winter Festival due to its financial sustainability, local businesses have collaborated to create a fresh, community-driven winter experience. A range of exciting events will take place across Bathurst during the winter school holidays, showcasing the spirit and creativity of the region.
Visitors can look forward to a magical new take on winter in Bathurst, with unique events and activations spread across the city. A full program of events has just been announced and is available on the Visit Bathurst Region website, here: https://www.bathurstregion.com.au/winter-in-bathurst/
Don’t miss the chance to explore your career prospects with over 80 exhibitors in attendance, ranging from educational institutions to large and small businesses based in the Central West.
Join us on Wednesday 30 July, 9am – 3pm at the Charles Sturt University Gymnasium.
Interested in being an exhibitor at the Bathurst Careers Expo?
The Bathurst Careers Expo attracts over 1000 jobseekers and school-leavers. It is an excellent opportunity to showcase career opportunities to a vast audience free of charge.
Temporary Road Closure - Ribbon Gang Lane
Council advises that Ribbon Gang Lane will be closed from Thursday 20 March 2025 for a period of approximately 12 weeks. During this time access will be maintained for pedestrians and adjacent properties.
The temporary closure is for Scaffolding Works completed by DSL Construction with enquiries to be directed to 0400 096 505.
Any inconvenience is regretted.
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