What's News 6 February
Published on 06 February 2026
Vehicle Certification Testing
A section of Lloyds Road between Vale Road and Gormans Hill Road will be temporarily closed on Tuesday 10 February between 9:30am - 2pm. The temporary closure is for vehicle certification testing.
Begonia House will open for the 2026 Begonia display on Tuesday 10 February. The display in Bathurst’s Begonia House is only one of a handful of large public garden begonia displays in Australia. The Begonia House is open Monday to Friday between 9am and 3pm and on weekends from 11am to 3pm. The display is closed Good Friday. The display is expected to run through until the end of April.
BARC Valentine’s Day Adoption Event
BARC is spreading the love this Valentine’s Day with a special Valentine’s Adoption Event, proudly held at Petstock Bathurst on Saturday 14 February, from 11am to 2pm. This heart-warming event invites the Bathurst community to meet some of BARC’s beautiful dogs who are searching for their forever homes. Whether you’re ready to adopt or just want to stop by and meet our furry friends, everyone is welcome to come along. With Valentine’s Day all about connection and compassion, there’s no better time to meet your potential puppy soulmate. BARC staff will be on hand to answer questions, share each dog’s story, and help match families with the right companion.
When: 11am-2pm, Saturday 14 February
Come down, bring a friend, and celebrate Valentine’s Day by giving a rescue dog the greatest gift of all - a loving home.
2026 Meguiar’s Bathurst 12 Hour Track to Town
Council advises that the following closures and changes to traffic conditions will be in place for the 2026 Meguiar’s Bathurst 12 Hour Track to Town event:
2026 Meguiar’s Bathurst 12 Hour Track Closure
The Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit will be closed and traffic will be controlled for the Meguiar’s Bathurst 12 Hour, from approximately 7am Wednesday 11 February to approximately midday Friday 20 February 2026 (inclusive), to control the movement of spectators:
Mountain Straight: just above the entrance to the Paddock Camping Area
Conrod Straight: just above Murray’s Corner.
Persons with the correct ticketing/accreditation wishing to gain access to the Track should enter via Panorama Avenue and Pit Straight. This access is to be used by all persons with proper accreditation wishing to gain access to the Circuit.
Residents: Barriers will be set up at Murray’s Corner and Mountain Straight with security arrangements for residents to proceed to their homes.
Become the neighbourhood waste champion or settle that recycling argument at home by joining us and our local waste educator! Turn your household into the neighbourhood recycling champion with this free and family friendly recycling workshop! Facilitated by local waste experts from EnviroCom Australia, this hands-on workshop will give you all the skills you need to master your yellow bin at home.
Saturday 14 February at 10.30am at Bathurst Library.
ICAC is hosting a community forum in Bathurst on Thursday evening, 26 February. This is an opportunity for the Bathurst community to engage and discuss corruption and integrity issues in person and learn more about the role ICAC plays. Registration is required for community members looking to attend.
Date: Thursday 26 February 2026
5:30 pm: Registration and refreshments
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm: Community forum
Location: The address will be provided on registration
Please RSVP by Wednesday 18 February.
2026 CLUBGRANTS SCHEME (Category 1)
Bathurst Regional Council invites community organisations to apply for funding from the 2026 ClubGRANTS Scheme, under CATEGORY 1 criteria.
Applications close on Sunday 31 May 2026.
All applications are required to be completed by ClubGRANTS Online. No manual applications can be received.
Further information and a link to ClubGRANTS online can be accessed from Council’s website: www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au or the ClubsNSW website www.clubsnsw.com.au or by contacting the Cultural & Community Services team on 02 6333 6523.
Heritage Advice in Trunkey Creek
Meet Council’s Heritage Advisor in Trunkey Creek.
Drop in on Tuesday 10 March between 11am-1pm at the Trunkey Creek Community Hall.
The 2026 Waste 2 Art competition is officially open for entries!
This year’s theme is ‘Shrink Your Footprint,’ focusing on the growing challenge of reducing humanity’s mass waste footprint. Reflecting this, every artwork this year is required to fit in a shoebox and must be made entirely out of recyclable or reused materials.
Entries close 3pm Monday 27 April.
Realignment of Suburb Boundary - Kelso and Laffing Waters
Council has undertaken a review of suburb boundaries in the Kelso and Laffing waters suburbs. Following that review it is proposed that the suburb boundary between Kelso and Laffing Waters be realigned so that it is clear of future proposed lots and associated roads. The proposed new alignment follows an existing watercourse that will ultimately become a drainage reserve and public open space corridor. The proposed suburb boundary realignment is on exhibition until 10 February 2026.
Naming of Roads - Roads Act 1993
Notice is hereby given that Bathurst Regional Council, in pursuance of Section 162 of the abovementioned Act, proposes to name the roads shown hereunder:
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For the new cul-de-sac off the northern end of Bunyan Drive, Emmett Drive and Foskett Drive created by the subdivision of Lot 179 DP 1304669, Kelso.
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Tickets to the Bathurst Heritage Trades Trail are on sale!
Tickets to the Bathurst Heritage Trades Trail are now on sale. Watch blacksmiths forge iron, see saddlers at work, and discover trades that are disappearing from modern life.
Venue: Bathurst Showgrounds
Tickets for Round 2 of the 2026 NRL Telstra Premiership between the Penrith Panthers and Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks are on sale! Make sure you get in quick – Corporate Hospitality and Grandstand tickets have already sold out!
The game will take place Saturday 14 March, kicking off at Carrington Park at 7:30pm. For more details on the event week and to purchase tickets, head to: www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/Events/NRL
NSW Seniors Festival, 2 – 15 March 2026
NSW Seniors Festival celebrates the role and contributions of older adults to our local community. NSW Seniors Festival will run from 2-15 March 2026. Bathurst Seniors Festival will consist of 65 events, activities and workshops for seniors to enjoy across various locations. For more information, please visit Bathurst Regional Council’s website or call the Community Services Team on 6333 6523.
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