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Autumn ColoursBathurst Visitor Information Centre has taken great care to ensure
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‘The Plains, Bathurst’ – J.W. Lewin 1815State library of New South Wales [a128133]
Celebrating our bicentenary together
In 2015 Bathurst celebrates 200 years since it was proclaimed a town by Governor Lachlan Macquarie, who raised the Union Jack on the banks of the Macquarie River, on 7th May 1815. This proclamation makes Bathurst Australia’s oldest inland colonial settlement. The feature week of celebrations from May 2-10 in Bathurst200 Heritage Week is the focus of the annual celebrations with a huge program of events, tours and exhibitions highlighting our unique heritage including the Bicentenary Illumination and Street Festival.
Join us as we celebrate our community spirit in a myriad of exciting ways; reflecting on our history and shining a light on the wonderful fabric of Bathurst’s community life.
With a calendar of events growing every day visit bathurst200.com.au to keep up to date .
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in 2015 there is much that we have to celebrate and the autumn Colours Program showcases the incredible diversity of events, activities and attractions of the Bathurst region when it is at its most beautiful.
Bathurst is a great place to visit all year round but in autumn there is a special air about the region as the yellow, red and orange leaves turn on their spectacular colour providing a beautiful backdrop to our stunning heritage city and villages.
While the autumn Colours program runs from march to end of may the highlight of the events will be the Bathurst200 heritage Week may 2-10 which is a feature week of celebrations focused around the 200th anniversary of the Proclamation of Bathurst by Governor Lachlan macquarie as australia’s first inland settlement.
the Bathurst200 heritage Week includes outdoor art installations, fashion exhibitions, colonial fair and a spectacular illumination and street festival on saturday 9 may. the presentation of the inaugural Bathurst macquarie heritage medal during this week will focus national attention on our city’s role in promoting natural, built, cultural and australia’s social heritage.
the diversity of what we offer as a visitor experience in the Bathurst region provides something for everyone whether you are into food and wine, outdoor adventures, history and heritage or our unique motor racing heritage, there is an event or activity to surprise you.
i welcome visitors to Bathurst during this magical season and look forward to sharing in some of the hundreds of events on offer with our community and visiting friends alike.
You can keep up to date with all our bicentenary events and celebration on the bathurst200.com.au website or follow us on facebook and instagram to be sure you don’t miss out on any of this very special year.
Cr Gary RushMayor of Bathurst
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Detour Adventures Location: Bathurstandsurroundingareas Time: 7daysaweek Cost: Refertowebsite Contact: 1300433868 Website: detouradventures.com.au
JoinalocalguidewithextensiveknowledgeandtourtheBathurstregioninairconditioned comfort. Tours can be catered to suit individual needs. Sit back,relaxandtakeinthesights,bushwalkorenjoyanadventurous4WDtourthroughchallengingterrain.Wealsoprovidetag-alongtours for thosewithasuitablevehicleaswellashalfdaytoursforthosewithlimitedtime.
Jenolan Caves Location: JenolanCavesviaOberon Time: Various Contact: 1300763311–bookingsessential Website: jenolancaves.org.au
Visittheworld’soldestcavesystemanddiscoverawe-inspiringcavernsfullofbreathtakingformations.InformativeguidesleaddailytoursthroughanyofthetenshowcavesandduringNSWschoolholidaysextratoursarescheduled.
National Motor Racing Museum Location: Murray’sCorner,MountPanorama Time: MondaytoSunday9.00amto4.30pm Cost: Adult$12.50;concession$8.50;primarystudent$5.50;family$30.50 Contact: 63321872 Website: nmrm.com.au
LocatedalongsidetheiconicMountPanoramaMotorRacingCircuitisamuseumfilledwith impressivedisplaysofcars,bikes, trophies,photographsandothermotorracingmemorabilia.
Simmo’s Offroad Tours - Winery Tours - Scenic 4WD Tours- Camping Adventures Location: Various Time: Various Cost: Refertowebsite Contact: 0415641343 Website: simmosoffroadtours.com
Simmo’soperatesdaily,offeringfunandexcitingeco-certified4WDtoursacrosstheCentralWest.Toursincludewinery,scenic4WD,fishing,goldpanning,4WDtag-alongandcampingadventures.Perfectforcouples,familiesorgroupsoffriends.
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Australian Fossil & Mineral Museum Location: 224howickStreet Time: MondaytoSaturday10.00amto4.00pm;Sunday10.00amto2.00pm everydayinMarch&Aprilconcludingfriday1stMay Cost: Adult$12;concession$8;child$6;family$28 Contact: 63315511 Website: somervillecollection.com.au
DiscoverAustralia’sfinestcollectionoffossilandmineralshousedintheheartofBathurstCBD.SeethefullsizedT.rexskeletontoweringoverthedisplays.
DuringMarchandApriltheAustralianWarMemorial’sexhibition ‘A Camera on Gallipoli’willfeaturephotographsofthefirstWorldWartakenbySirCharlesRyan while he was serving with the AIf in Turkey in 1915. The photographscapturetherealitybehindthe1915Gallipolicampaign,depictingauniqueandoftenharshviewofoursoldiers’experiences.
Bathurst – Living, Breathing History Location: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre,1KendallAvenue Time: 9.00amto5.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63321444 Website: visitbathurst.com.au
Beingtheoldestinlandsettlement,thestreetsofBathursthaveseenmanygrandmoments in history. The streetscape today still contains many buildings andmemorialsofinterest.AvailablefromtheVisitorInformationCentreisarangeofself-guidedtoursandinformationsheetsthatwilluncoverthesecrets,revealthemythsandexplainthemonuments.
Begonia House Location: MachattiePark,borderedbyKeppel,George&RussellStreets Time: Mondaytofriday9.00amto4.00pm;weekends&publicholidays 11.00amto3.00pm;closedGoodfriday Cost: free Contact: 63336285(officehours)
Begonia house, opened in 1936, was the last large structure to be built inMachattieParkwiththefirsttubersbelievedtobeagiftfromBallaratCouncil.CurrentplantstockincludesdescendantsofstockfromBlackmoreandLangdoninBath,england.ThebegoniasflowerbetweenfebruaryandMaybutthebesttimetoviewthemisinmid-Marchwhentheyareattheirpeak.
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Ash’s Speedway Museum Location: 2/10BradwardineRoad Time: Saturday,Sunday&publicholidays10.00amto4.00pm; otherdaysbyappointment Cost: Adult$10;concession$8;VSRA$5 Contact: 0414240164
AshSuttorhasrealisedhislifeambitionbyopeninghisownmuseumdedicatedto motorcycle speedway. The collection includes items from the 1920s withmanyoriginatingfromBathurstandsurroundingareas.
Bathurst District Historical Society Museum Location: eastWing,BathurstCourthouse,RussellStreet Time: TuesdaytoSaturday10.00amto4.00pm; Sunday11.00amto2.00pm;closedGoodfriday Cost: Adult$4;child&concession$2.50;family$10 Contact: 63308455 Website: bathursthistory.org.au
ThemuseumisatreasuretroveoflocalandhistoricalartefactsdatingbacktoBathurst’sveryearlydays.ItisalsohometotheBathurstarchiveswithextensivefamilyrecordsdatingbacktothe1840s.
Cathedral Bells of Bathurst Location: AllSaints’Cathedral,ChurchStreet Time: everyWednesday6.30pmto8.30pm Cost: free Contact: 63322830
Spend an autumn evening in Kings Parade opposite All Saints’ Cathedrallisteningtothebellsasthecampanologistspracticetheirancientart.Visitorsarewelcomeinthetower.
Chifley Home and Educational Centre Location: 10BusbyStreet Time: GuidedtoursSaturday,Sunday&Monday10.00am&12.00pm Cost: Adult$12;concession$10;child$8;family$32 Contact: 63321444 Website: chifleyhome.org.au
ThehomeofBenChifley,PrimeMinisterofAustralia1945-1949,remindsusofthe simple and unassuming life of a truly great Australian. Next door to thishousemuseumisaneducationcentrethatfeaturestemporaryexhibitions,anintroductoryDVDanda1940ssittingroom.
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The Water Garden at Mayfield Garden Location: MayfieldGarden,530MayfieldRoad,Oberon(11kmfromOberon) Time: 9.00amto4.30pmdaily,lastentry3.30pm;closedGoodfriday &ANZACDay Cost: Adult$10;child$5;family$25;under6yrsfree Contact: 63363131 Website: mayfieldgarden.com.au
TheWaterGardenisastunningfeaturegardenwithcaféandnursery.SetonthenortheasternedgeofMayfieldGardennearOberonthisbreathtakinggardenexperienceisopendailywithcascades,windingpaths,acoppertreefountainandmore.
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Abercrombie Caves Location: GoulburnRoad,TrunkeyCreek Time: GuidedtoursSaturday&Sunday2.00pm;self-guidedtours ThursdaytoMonday9.00amto4.00pm;openeverydayduring school&publicholidays Cost: Variesdependingoncavetour Contact: 63688603 Website: abercrombiecaves.com
VisittheruggedlandscapeandbreathtakingbeautyoftheAbercrombieCavesReserve,featuringthelargestlimestonearchintheSouthernhemisphere.
Abercrombie House - Daytime Tours & Self-Guided Tours Location: Abercrombiehouse,311OphirRoad Time: GuidedtoursSaturday&Sunday,Goodfriday&easterMonday 11.15am;self-guidedtoursWednesdaytofridayfrom10.30am to2.30pm;Saturday&Sunday10.30amto3.30pm Cost: Adult$15;concession$10;childunder14$5;family$35 Contact: 63314929 Website: abercrombiehouse.com.au
historicAbercrombiehouse is thefinesthistoricmansion intheregionandatreasureofBathurst.Ownedand restoredby theMorgan family, theScottishBaronial mansion is their family home. The house is a must-see for anyonevisitingtheBathurstregion.Nowopenfivedaysaweekforself-guidedtours.
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Old Government Cottage Location: 16StanleyStreet Time: Sunday12.00pmto4.00pm Cost: Adult$3;concession&child$1 Contact: 63308455 Website: bathursthistory.org.au
The building known as Old Government Cottage is a rare, intact example ofanearlyBathursthome.ThishistoricbuildingislocatedonthewesternsideoftheMacquarieRiver intheareaoftheoldGovernmentsettlement.Comeandvisitthebuildingandenjoythenewlyplantedheritagegarden.AninterpretivedisplayfromBathurst’searliesthistoryhasbeensetupwithinthebuildingbytheSociety’scuratorChristopherMorgan.
Rockley Mill & Stables Museum Location: BuddenStreet,Rockley Time: Sunday11.30amto3.30pm;othertimesbyarrangement Cost: Adult$4;under12$1;family$10 Contact: 63379381or63379279
Located in the former steamflourmill in thehistoricvillageofRockley,viewdisplaysofwonderfultreasuresfromthepast,includingthestoryofthebeginningofwomen’scricket,knownastheRockleyGame.Seetheuniquesteamengine,oneoffiveintheworldandenjoythehistoryofTochbranchattheoldflourmill.
T.arts Gallery Location: 148RussellStreet Time: Weekdays10.00amto5.00pm;Saturday10.00amto2.00pm Cost: freeentry Contact: 0490332699 Website: tartsgallery.com
Tablelands Artists’ Co-operative Gallery Ltd, also known as T.arts Gallery isoperatedby localartists todisplay,sellandpromotetheirwonderfulartworkandartisancreations.
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A must see heritage treasureSelfexploredays,tours&specialevents.
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Experience Wines of Bathurst – Cellar Door Tastings Location: CragoMillemporium,2APiperStreet Time: everyweekend11.00amto4.00pm; ANZACDay1.00pmto4.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63342003
Sample locally produced wines from Winburndale, Grass Parrot, 3 Views,Renzaglia,ValeCreek,BellbrookfriendsandWinookaestateall inonegreatlocation.Withtheemphasisonautumncolour,samplewhiteandblushwinesin March, red wines in April and all wine varieties in May. enjoy cheese andantipastoplatters.haveagreat timewithyour friendsandremember ‘takealocalhomefordinner’.
Family History Group Location: BathurstLibrary,70-78KeppelStreet Time: Tuesday2.00pmto4.00pm Contact: 63374161&63311782 Website: bathurstfhg.asn.au
Membersof thefamilyhistoryGroupare available at Bathurst LibraryeveryTuesdaytopersonallyguideyouinyourfamilyresearch.
History Hill Location: 3458BathurstRoad,hillend Time: Weekends,school&publicholidays10.00amto4.00pm Cost: Adult$10;child$7;under6free Contact: 63378222 Website: historyhill.com.au
history hill is the largest privately owned gold rush collection on displayin Australia. The collection focuses on the land, the time and the people ofAustralia’sgoldrushera.
Miss Traill’s House and Garden Location: 321RussellStreet Time: Saturday,Sunday&publicholidaystoursbetween12.00pmto 3.30pm;closedGoodfriday Cost: Adult$10;concession$8;child$6;family$26 Contact: 63324232 Website: nationaltrust.org.au/nsw/MissTraillshouse
AdministeredbytheNationalTrust,MissTraill’shousecontainsthecollectionoftheLeefamily.Builtin1845,thehouseandcollection,adjacenthorsepaddockandformalgardensprovideanaccuraterecordofthelifeandtimesofapioneerfamily.Lasttour3.00pm.
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200 Year Hymnfest Location: AllSaints’Cathedral,ChurchStreet Time: 2.30pm Cost: freeadmission Contact: 63314711 Website: allsaintscathedralbathurst.websyte.com.au
‘hymnfest’ is a festival of hymns to celebrate the bicentenary of the city, tocelebrateStDavid’sDayandtoglorifyGod.SponsoredbytheNSWBibleSocietythisfeastofhymnswillincorporatechoirs,congregation,organandband.freeentryadmissionbutanofferingwillbeaccepted.
Abercrombie House & King’s Antiques Inaugural Antique Fair Location: Abercrombiehouse,311OphirRoad Time: 9.30amto5.00pm Cost: TBA–ticketsatthegate Contact: 63314929 Website: abercrombiehouse.com.au
The first Abercrombie house Antique fair will be held in association withKing’sAntiquesintheheritageenvironsoftheregion’suniquehistoricmansionAbercrombie house, home of the Morgan family. A wide range of superbantiquesandcollectableswillbeonsale.
Bathurst Cup & Country Championships Location: TyersParkRacecourse,55elevenMileDrive Time: 11.00amto7.00pm Cost: Adult$15;pensioner$5;childunder16free Contact: 63312719 Website: btracing.com.au
TheannualBathurstCupLegendsDayseesthefirstofthecountrychampionshipseries in the region with unprecedented prize money on offer. Legends Dayinvitesfamiliestoenjoytheactivitiesandviewpricelessmemorabiliaondisplay.
Cindy Fox in Concert - Solo Piano Location: OrchardRoom,MitchellConservatorium,WestWing,Bathurst Courthouse,RussellStreet Time: 3.00pm Cost: Adult$25;concession$15;family$60 Contact: 63316622 Website: mitchellconservatorium.edu.au
Cindyfoxgivesasolopianorecitalofclassicalandcontemporarycompositions.
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mArChBathurst Regional Art Gallery (BRAG) Location: 70-78KeppelStreet Time: TuesdaytoSaturday10.00amto5.00pm;Sundayandmostpublic holidays11.00amto2.00pm;closedMonday Cost: freeentry Contact: 63336555 Website: bathurstart.com.au
The following exhibition will run to 22 March:
Lola Greeno: Cultural Jewels-LolaGreenoisashell-workerandartistfromTasmania,whosecareerspans30years.AnObjectGalleryLivingTreasureexhibition.
Sandra Nyberg: Heritage-Asite-specificinstallationinvestigatingthevernaculararchitectureofhillendbyfinnishartistSandraNybergwillbere-createdinthegallery.AhillendArtistsinResidenceProgramexhibition.
Mark Booth: Plastic Action-hillendbasedartistMarkBoothcreatessculpturesusingPVCpipeelbowstocreateinfiniteknotswhichreferencetheorganic.ABRAGLocalArtistProject.
Juz Kitson: Changing Skin - Juz Kitson’s meticulous and detailed ceramicpracticeinvolvescollectingstrangeandexquisiteformsfromthelandscapeandmanipulatingthemtoformhybridinstallations.
AhillendArtistsinResidenceProgramexhibition.
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Future Creation Weekend Location: StJoseph’sMount,34BusbyStreet Cost: Individual$998;couples$1,890 Contact: 63738486 Website: deeptree.com.au/future-creation
Gobeyondjustgoalsettingtoremovelimitationsandcreatecompellingforwardaction.Activateyourfuturenow.Setinabeautifulhistoricvenue,thisretreatissuitableforindividualsorcouples.Lunchandmaterialsincluded.Don’tmissout.AlsoonSaturday28&Sunday29March.
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C Bathurst Pass – its creative, captivating and culturalThe C Bathurst Pass gives you discounted access to
a variety of exciting attractions.
Available from Bathurst Visitor Information Centre1 Kendall Avenue
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Kings Parade – a Jewel in the Crown Location: MeetinKingsParade,cnrofRussell&GeorgeStreets Time: 2.00pm Cost: free–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444
Learnhowandwhyitwasgivenitsnameandhowithasbeentransformedfromawastelandintothebeautifulcentreofthecitythatitistoday.
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Bathurst Macquarie Lions Flea Markets Location: BerryPark,LionsClubDrive Time: 8.00amto1.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63371203
ComeandexplorethestallsunderthetreesbesidetheMacquarieRiver,withaplaygroundforthekidsandtheLionsClubBBQofferingdrinksandhotfood.Awiderangeofinterestingstallsincludingoldbooks,tools,jewellery,newandrecycledclothing,gardenornaments,candles,honeyandmuchmore.
From Nouveau to New Wave Vintage Fair Location: ArtGallery&Libraryforecourt,70-78KeppelStreet Time: 10.00amto2.00pm Cost: freeentry Contact: 63310723
TheNakedBud’s5thAnnualVintagefairwillseeawholenewrangeofcollectables,vintagevinyl,vintageandretroitemsplusalltheoldfavouritesincludingvintageclothing,homewares,lamps,tablesandlotsmore.PleasecontactDavidorMichaelatTheNakedBud,81KeppelStreetforastallorfurtherdetails.
Seraphim Trio Location: OrchardRoom,MitchellConservatorium,WestWing, BathurstCourthouse,RussellStreet Time: 7.00pm Cost: Adult$25;concession$15;family$60 Contact: 63316622 Website: mitchellconservatorium.edu.au
AnnaGoldsworthy(piano),helenAyres(violin)andTimothyNankervis(cello)focus on the music of Beethoven and will track the evolution in Beethoven’scompositional style. The Seraphim Trio is very excited to be presenting thisprogramintheirfirstseriesofconcertsfor2015.
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Clean Up Australia Day Location: Various Cost: free Contact: BathurstRegionalCouncil63336111orcleanup@cleanup.com.au Website: cleanupaustraliaday.org.au
CleanupAustraliaDayisasimplewayyoucantakeactiontocleanup,fixupandconserveourprizedAustralianenvironment.Registerviawebsite.
History Mystery Tour Location: LeavesfromBathurstCourthouse,RussellStreet Time: 1.00pm Cost: $10–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstDistricthistoricalSocietyMuseum63308455or ChrisStewart0408084450 Website: bathursthistory.org.au
BackbypopulardemandthehistoryMysteryTourwilltakeanewroutewithnewdestinations.BoardourcoachtoexploretheunknownhistoryofBathurst,hearstoriesfromyesteryearandfinishoffthedaywithafternoonteaatamysterylocation.Durationoftourisapproxthreehours.
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Mitchell Conservatorium @ All Saints’ Cathedral Location: AllSaints’Cathedral,ChurchStreet Time: 1.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63316622 Website: mitchellconservatorium.edu.au
MitchellConservatorium’spopularlunchtimeconcertisachancetomeetafriendortakeaspecialbreakduringabusyworkingdaytoshareinthewonderfulmusic.ThisfreeconcerthasbecomeaWednesdaytraditionsocomealongandenjoy.
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Business Branding & Marketing Workshop Location: StJoseph’sMount,34BusbyStreet Time: 9.00amto12.00pm Cost: $85(earlybirdpricebeforeApril1st$75)–bookingsessential Contact: 63738486 Website: divinebranding.com.au/w/workshops
This3hourhands-onworkshopisforbusinessownersandmanagers.ItprovidesapracticalviewofhowBusinessBrandingandMarketingfittogethertogeneratesales,buildmarketshareandcreatecustomerloyalty.Worksheetsandmorningteaincluded.
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Open each month to coincide with the Bathurst Arts’ Trail. enjoy local artistGreggCross’exhibitionofregionallandscapesinpastels.TastedeliciousautumndelightsfromthemenuorenjoyacoffeeontheverandahoverlookingRockleyweirorindoorsbythefireinthebankingchamber.
Turon Technology Museum Location: 5833IlfordRoad,Sofala Time: 10.00amto4.00pm Cost: Adult$8;under12free;family$24 Contact: 63588434 Website: turontechnologymuseum.com
See steam and internal combustion engines c1850 to 1950 illustrating thetechnologybehindthesepowersources.Takeaguidedtouraroundtheexhibits,thenwanderatyourleisure.Pleasecallbeforeheadingout.
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Bathurst Cemetery Wander Location: MeetatDeanStreetentrancetoBathurstCemetery Time: 9.00am Cost: $5–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444 Website: bathurstfhg.asn.au
JoinusforawanderaroundtheBathurstgeneralcemetery,exploringthehistoryandlivesofpastBathurstresidents.enjoyadeliciousmorningteasuppliedbythefamilyhistoryGroup.Bringahat,waterandsunscreen.Pleasewearsturdywalkingshoes.
Bathurst Showground Markets Location: BathurstShowground,KendallAvenue Time: 9.00amto1.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63313175 Website: bahpa.org.au
Bathurst Ah&P Association presents the Bathurst Showground Markets, thelargestgeneralmarketsintheregion.Onofferislocalseasonalfruit,vegetablesand produce, home-made preserves, confectionery, craft, artwork, clothing,gifts,jewellery,tools,bric-a-bracandmuchmore.
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Sustainable Lifestyle House Location: 17McGirrStreet(cnrBlaxlandDrive–offDarwinDrive) Time: 9.00amto12.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63336276
fundedbyBathurstRegionalCounciltoimproveawarenessandencouragetheadoptionofsustainablebuildingdesign.
Where the Vale enters the Macquarie and its Surrounds Location: DepartsfromBathurstVisitorInformationCentre,1KendallAvenue Time: 1.00pm Cost: free–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444
Jointhistourandjourneybacktotheperiodbeforeandaftertherailwaysarrivedin Bathurst. Get a better understanding of the area around lower havannah,Durham&BryantStreets,thepeoplewholivedthereandhowithelpedBathurstonitsjourneyofdevelopment.
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Bathurst Autofest Location: MountPanorama,Bathurst Time: 9.00amto5.00pm Cost: Refertowebsite Contact: 0417511557 Website: autofest.com.au
AutofestisaPerformanceCarfestivalthatincludesallthehighoctaneactionsuchasheadsup,SidebySide,GoToWhoa,DynoShootout,SuperSprintsand the almighty Burnout Showdown. All this and more at the iconic MountPanorama,PitStraightComplex.
Bathurst Arts Trail Location: Various-mapavailablefromBathurstVisitorInformationCentre 1KendallAvenue Time: 10.00amto4.00pm Cost: freeentry Contact: 0400130792 Website: bathurstartstrail.com
Painters,potters,glassartists,sculptorsandprintmakersshowcasetheirtalentsintownandcountrystudiosandgalleries.LookforthegoldenBaliflagsthatindicateartists’locations.CheckavailabilityofartistsonwebsiteoratBathurstVisitorInformationCentrebeforevisiting.Manyartistsareopenothertimes;justphoneahead.
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Abercrombie House Friday Night Jazz Location: Abercrombiehouse,311OphirRoad Time: 8.30pm Cost: $40–bookingsessential.TicketsavailablefromBathurstVisitor InformationCentre,1KendallAvenue Contact: 63314929 Website: abercrombiehouse.com.au
JoinusinthemagnificentheritageballroomofAbercrombiehouseforacosy,intimatenightofjazzfeaturingtheBlueNoteJazzBandandoccasionalguestmusicians and vocalists. Ticket cost includes cheese and fruit platters plus aglassofcomplimentarywine,teaandcoffee.
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Americana – a classical concert featuring Jessica Harper& Blake Parham Location: Abercrombiehouse,311OphirRoad Time: 6.30pmfor7.00pm Cost: Adult$20;concession$15;students$10–bookingsessential. Ticketsavailablefromabercrombiehouse@bigpond.com orBathurstVisitorInformationCentre,1KendallAvenue Contact: 63314929 Website: abercrombiehouse.com.au
AcclaimedyoungsopranoJessicaharper is joinedbytenorBlakeParhamforan intimateconcertof superbchambermusic in themagnificentballroomatAbercrombie house. The program includes Aaron Copeland’s Old AmericanSongs;SamuelBarber’shermitsongs;andselectionsfromBernstein’sWonderfulTownandWestsideStory.
Back to Sofala Location: SofalaPublicSchool,TuronTerrace,Sofala Time: 10.00amto3.00pm Cost: freeentry Contact: 63377187
Sofalawillbeholdinga‘BacktoSofala’daywithre-enactmentsbytheRebellionon the Turon. held in the school grounds, there will be children’s activities,memorabilia,photosandachancetomeetformerschoolfriends.
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Brucedale Twilight Concert Location: Brucedalehomestead,1361SofalaRoad,Peel Time: Gatesopen2.00pm;concertstarts5.00pm Cost: Adult$15;concession$10;family$40 Contact: 63312770
Thisannualconcertwillfeatureavarietyofpopularandclassicalmusicalpiecesreflectingthebicentenary,performedbylocalmusiciansandartists.BeforetheconcerttherewillbeanoptionalconductedtourtothegraveofWindradyne,asignificantlocalindigenousleaderintheearlydaysofwhitesettlement.Bringapicnic,rugorcushionandenjoythebeautifulvenue.Teaandcoffeeavailable.
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The Listies make You LOL! - Comedy for Kids (and their Adults) Location: BathurstMemorialentertainmentCentre,105WilliamStreet Time: Monday6.30pm;Tuesday&Wednesday10.00am Cost: from$18to$26 Contact: 63336161 Website: bmec.com.au
AfewyearsagoRichandMattdecidedtoshakeuptheworldofkids’comedyand The Listies were born. They have become Australia’s most sought afterfamilycomedians.hilarious,messyanddecidedlyinsane.
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The Magic and Mystery of Machattie Park Location: MeetatMachattiePark,cnrofRussell&GeorgeStreets Time: 2.00pm Cost: free-bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444
Discoverthemagic,mysteryandmythsofMachattiePark.Onthistourthetruestorieswillberevealed,togetherwithdetailsofhowtheparkwasdesigned,namedanddeveloped.hearalsothestoriesbehindthemanymemorialsandmagnificenttrees,someofwhichareover100yearsold.Marvelattheskillsandforesightoftheseearlygardeners.Sensiblewalkingshoesandhatsarerecommended.CallBathurstVisitorInformationCentretosecureaplaceonthetour.
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Celebrating our bicentenary togetherWith a calendar of events growing every day
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Mitchell String Quartet Location: OrchardRoom,MitchellConservatorium,WestWing,Bathurst Courthouse,RussellStreet Time: 7.00pm Cost: Adult$25;concession$15;family$60 Contact: 63316622 Website: mitchellconservatorium.edu.au
This fresh and exciting string ensemble comprised of Central West basedmusicians fiona Thompson (viola), Nicholas Neweell (violin), Andrew Baker(violin)andSybbiGeorgiou(cello)withspecialguestStephanieBakeronviolin,willbeperforminganautumnserenadeofbeautifulmusic.
Morrisset St Garage Sale Location: MorrissetStreet Time: 11.00amto3.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63322661
OneofBathurst’sbestkeptsecrets:anannualstreetgaragesale.Walkalongthestreetandbrowsethemyriadofitemsforsalefrompotplants,books,furniture,prelovedtreasuresandspecialsfromRiversideNursery.
Bathurst NRL Penrith Panthers v Titans Game Location: CarringtonPark Time: Gatesopen11.00am;maingamekickoff4.30pm Cost: fromadult$25;concession$15;child$10;family$45 Contact: bathurstnrl.com.au
Bathurst Regional Council and Penrith Panthers proudly present the secondBathurst NRL game. Be part of all the action – kids’ activities, on groundentertainmentandavarietyoffoodandbeveragestalls.
12.10pm PanthersvTitans–NationalyouthCompetition 2.15pm PanthersvNorthSydneyBears–NSWCup 4.30pm PanthersvTitans–MainGame
St John’s Revival – Feast in an Historic Stone Chapel Location: StJohn’sChurch,StJohnsRoad,GeorgesPlains Time: 6.30pmfor7.00pm Cost: $140 Contact: mark@renzagliawines.com.au
JoinValeCreek,GrassParrotandRenzagliaWineswithchefNicoleChristensenfromtheWholefoodKitchenforabeautifulanduniqueexperienceasyouwineanddineintheheritagelistededwardGell-designed,decommissionedGothicstonechapelatGeorgesPlains.
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Bathurst Base Hospital Auxiliary Annual Fete Location: BathurstBasehospitalGrounds,howickStreet Time: 9.00amto1.00pm Cost: freeentry Contact: 63314874
There will be handicrafts, delicious cakes, fresh produce, gifts and a whiteelephantstall,aswellasmorningtea,BBQanddrinks.Allmoneyraisedgoestopurchasemedicalequipmentforthehospital.
Bathurst & District Relay For Life 2015 Location: BathurstShowground,KendallAvenue Time: 3.45pmSaturday14to10.00amSunday15March Cost: $20-registrationsfrom7January Contact: 63920800 Website: relayforlife.org.au
Relay for Life is a fun, outdoor, overnight fundraising event that brings thecommunityofBathursttogethertocelebrateandrememberthelivesofthosewhohavebattledcancer.Teamstaketurnstowalkorrunaroundatrackwhileenjoyingentertainment,activitiesandmovingceremonies.
Community Planting Day – Browning Street Reserve Location: BrowningStreetReserve(cnrBrowning&WilkinsStreets) Time: 9.00amto2.00pm Cost: free Contact: 0428386549 Website: facebook.com/MtPanoramaWoodlands
ConservationVolunteersalongwithBathurstRegionalCouncilwillbehostingaCommunityTreePlantingDayatBrowningStreetReserveaspartoftheRacingto Save the Mount Panorama Woodlands project. Come along and see howvolunteershavetransformedthisdegradedreserveintoahavenfornativefrogsandotherwildlife.
Del Shannon - 25th Anniversary Celebrations Location: BathurstMemorialentertainmentCentre,105WilliamStreet Time: 8.00pm Cost: Adult$65;concession$60 Contact: 63336161 Website: bmec.com.au
Internationallyrenownedartistfallonwilltakeyouonamagicaltributetomarkthe25thanniversaryofthepassingofthelegendaryDelShannon.Togetherwitharock‘n’rollband,celebratetheclassichitsheperformedonhis lasttourofAustraliabackin1989.
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A Settler’s Cottage Open House Location: 140-142-144KeppelStreet Time: 2.00pmto5.00pm.Guidedtoursrun2.15pm&3.00pm Cost: free–self-browsing&guidedtours –bookingsessentialforguidedtour Contact: 63375111 Website: asettlerscottage.com.au
Visitthreecharmingsemi-detachedworkers’cottagesfromthe late1800s.formanyyearstheyhavebeenrunasanaccommodationbusinessandhavebecomea popular heritage stay with visitors. Browse or take a tour of these heritagehomesinthehistoricKeppelStreetprecinct.Viewalocalhistoryphotographicexhibition.
Long Swamp Cemetery Tour Location: LongSwampCemetery,277OldTrunkRoad,Arkell Time: 1.00pm Cost: $5–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444 Website: bathurstfhg.asn.au
ComeandexplorehistoricLongSwampCemetery,whichhasbeenregeneratedthrough the dedication of volunteers. headstones have been restored andinformationrecordedonthe75peopleburied from1862to 1965.hearaboutearly colonial life, its hardships, sadness and triumphs through the stories ofthoseburiedthere.Bringahat,drinkandyourwalkingshoes.
St Stanislaus’ P&F Autumn Fair Location: Schoolground(rearofmainbuilding),220BentinckStreet Time: 11.00am Cost: free Contact: 63373511
Agreatfamilydayoutwithsomethingforeveryone.enjoyall theusualstallsplusthenew‘horizontalbungeerun’.
Visit Miss Traill’s House Anawardwinninggarden
An1845NationalTrustpropertywithacolonialcollectionToursSat/Sun/Publicholidays12noonto3.30pm•Ph63324232
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The Vale Motorcycle Racing Circuit 1931 – 1937 Location: BusdepartsfromtheNationalMotorRacingMuseum, Murray’sCorner,MountPanorama Time: 1.00pm Cost: $12–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444
TheValeCircuitwasusedformotorcycleracingfrom1931to1937andwastheimmediatepredecessortotheMountPanoramaRacingCircuit.Joinusonthisguidedbustouraroundthecircuitwhereyoucanhearofthespills,thrillsandactionof yesteryear.At theconclusionof the tour youcanvisit theNationalMotorRacingMuseum(admissionincluded)toviewdisplayscelebratingracingintheBathurstregionandaspecialdisplayontheValeCircuityears.Durationoftourisapprox1.5hours.
SATuRDAy14&SuNDAy15MARChEvans Arts Council Flower & Floral Craft Exhibition & Sale Location: TrevittPavillion,BathurstShowground,KendallAvenue Time: Saturday9.00amto4.00pm;Sunday10.00amto1.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63379903 Website: facebook.com/evansArtsCouncilBathurst
This annual flower show showcases anything floral including flowers, plants,craft,photography,woodcraft,tapestry,papercraftandjewellery.TherewillalsobeadisplaybytheCentralWestDahliaSociety.
Rebellion on the Turon Location: Sofala Time: 10.00amto4.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63377587
Be part of the 1853 Turon Rebellion re-enactment and tremble through aweekendcompletewithcannons,floggings,shootingsandduels,marketstalls,exhibitionsandmore.Atanytimebushrangersmaystickyouupforyourgold(coin).RebellioncoincideswiththeBacktoSofalaevent.
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2015 Seniors’ Week Activities Location: Various Cost: Various Contact: 63336146
The2015programpromisesenjoyableopportunitiesforseniorstosocialise,tolearnandtobeentertainedwithawidevarietyofactivities.Afullprogramwithtimes, venues and costs will be available from Bathurst Council Chambers inRussellStreetandBathurstLibrary,KeppelStreet.
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First Things First – There’s a first time for everything Location: BathurstMemorialentertainmentCentre,105WilliamStreet Time: 8.00pm Cost: from$22to$45 Contact: 63336161 Website: bmec.com.au
from one of Australia’s most innovative performing artists, Joseph Simons,comesfirstThingsfirst–aone-manshowoftechnicallyvirtuosicdanceandhilariousphysicaltheatrethatexplorestheartof‘gettingusedtoit’.
fRIDAy20MARChAbercombie House Devonshire Tea Day Location: Abercrombiehouse,311OphirRoad Time: 10.30amto12.30pm Cost: $10-ticketsavailablefromBathurstVisitorInformationCentre, 1KendallAvenue Contact: 63314929 Website: abercrombiehouse.com.au
CelebratethebeautifulautumnweatherwithaspecialtraditionalDevonshireTeawithhotscones,homemadejam,whippedcream,leafteaandplungercoffeeonthegraciousfrontverandaofhistoricAbercrombiehouse.It’salsoSeniorsWeeksograndparentsareparticularlywelcome.
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Airtourer Association AGM Location: BathurstAirport Contact: MoniquePelssecretary@airtourer.asn.au
AirtourerAssociationwillholdtheirannualAGMattheBathurstAirportwhereactivitieswillrangefromdaytourstoformaldinners.
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Harmony Day Location: BathurstLibraryforecourt,70-78KeppelStreet Time: TBA Cost: free Contact: 63336146
Celebrate harmony Day 2015 with a free multicultural morning tea and liveentertainment.everybody iswelcomesocomeand join in thiscelebrationofAustralia’sculturaldiversity.
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Bathurst Thoroughbred Race Meeting Location: TyersParkRacecourse,55elevenMileDrive Time: 1.00pmto5.30pm Cost: Adult$10;pensioner$5;childfree Contact: 63312719 Website: btracing.com.au
TyersParkisthekeyracingcentrefortheCentralDistrictsregionoverallandavitalsupplierofracemeetingsfor2ndtiermetropolitanandprovincialtrainedgallopers.
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Alabar Gold Crown Carnival Location: Group1feedsPaceway,169CollegeRoad Time: Racemeetings6.00pmto10.00pm Cost: Adult$10;pensioner$5;childunder16free Contact: 63335000 Website: goldcrown.com.au
TheAlabarGoldCrownCarnivalisBathurstharnessRacingClub’seventfortheBathurstBicentenary.Thecarnivalwillbeheldatthenewpacewayfacilityandwillinvolvesevenracemeetingsandsocialeventsovera10dayperiod.ThesocialeventsincludehonoureeDinner,AmbroseGolfDay,Calcutta,cocktailpartyandyearlingsale.Comealongandenjoyalltheexcitementofharnessracing.
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A Calvalcade of Fashion Location: MissTraill’shouse&Garden,321RussellStreet Time: 10.00amto12.00pm Cost: Senior$8 Contact: 63324232 Website: nationaltrust.org.au/nsw/misstraillshouse
ClothesthatrarelycomeoutofMissTraill’swardrobewillbeondisplayinthebeautiful house Museum. This exhibition forms part of the Bathurst RegionalCouncilSeniorsweekactivitiesandseniorsmaypartakeatnocostiftheyobtaintheirticketsfromCouncil.
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Visit the Australian Fossil and Mineral MuseumMeet our TRex up close and be dazzled by our minerals
10.00am - 4.00pm Monday to Saturday10.00am to 2.00pm Sunday
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The Scots School Highland Gathering Location: TheScotsSchool,4173O’ConnellRoad Time: 10.00amto4.00pm Cost: $2;under3free Contact: 63312766 Website: scots.nsw.edu.au
Thisiconiceventhasover2000peopleattendandbringsatasteofScotlandtoBathurst.SeepipebandsfromNSWcompete,enjoyequestrianshowjumping,highlanddancing,Scottishheritageandarangeofcommercialstalls.Carnivalridesandfreeactivitiesforthekids.
Walking Tour of Historic Kelso Location: OldButcher’sShop(cnrGreatWesternhighwayandGilmour Street,carparkentryoffGilmourStreet,Kelso) Time: 1.00pm Cost: $15–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444 Website: bathursthistory.org.au
ThefirstinlandgrantstotheearlysettlersintheBathurstareaweregivenontherightbankoftheMacquarieRiver;thislocationbecameknownas‘Kelso’.JointhiswalkingtourofhistoricKelsotoexplorethehistoryandlivesofitsresidents.finishtheafternoonwithadeliciousafternoonteaintheformerbutcher’sshop.Bringahat,waterandsunscreenandwearsturdywalkingshoes.
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Mapping and Surveying NSW for 200 Years - Then and Now Location: LandandPropertyInformation,346PanoramaAvenue Time: 10.00am Cost: free–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444
InDecember1813GeorgeevanswasthefirsteuropeantoreachthesiteofpresentdayBathurst.hewasanexplorer,butalsoasurveyoroftheofficeoftheNSWSurveyorGeneral.TheNSWsurveyingandmappingfunctionsarecontinuedtothisdaybytheLandandPropertyInformationoffice,whichhasbeenlocatedinBathurstforalmost40years.Thisisauniqueopportunitytoappreciatetheworkofevansandothersintheearly1800saswellasthebenefitsoftechnologyofthe2000s.
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Turon Technology Museum Location: 5833IlfordRoad,Sofala Time: 10.00amto4.00pm Cost: Adult$8;under12free;family$24 Contact: 63588434 Website: turontechnologymuseum.com
See steam and internal combustion engines c1850 to 1950 illustrating thetechnologybehindthesepowersources.Takeaguidedtouraroundtheexhibitsthenwanderatyourleisure.Pleasecallbeforeheadingout.
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Antique Valuation Day Location: King’sAntiques,151-153GeorgeStreet Time: 11.00amto2.00pm Cost: $5donationfortwoitems Contact: 0417785495 Website: kingsantiques.com.au
Withover40yearsexperienceintheantiquetrade,auctioneerandvaluerMartinKingwilldonatehis timeandexpertise todiscussandevaluate treasures.AllproceedswillbedonatedtoCarenneSchoolandGlenrayIndustries.
Kurremi Garden Railway Location: TuronTechnologyMuseum,5833IlfordRoad,Sofala Time: 10.00amto4.00pm;othertimesbyappointment Cost: Adult$5;childunder12free Contact: 63588434 Website: kurremigardenrailway.com.au
Seethestateof theartmodel railwaywitha 170metre rail trackthatcomescompletewithmodellocomotivesandsteamengines.SeewellknownmodelssuchastheSantafeexpress,livesteamGarrettandmanymore.
My Block – A walk and talk around a Bathurst block Location: MeetatthecornerofRocketStreet&forrestPlace Time: 10.00am Cost: free–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444
ever wondered what has happened on the block where you live? This tourstarts to unravel the history of your front yard, taking you around Block 37,encompassingWilliam,Rocket,GeorgeandLambertStreets.youwilllearnaboutBathurstarchitectureandhearstoriesaboutthecharacters,entrepreneursandresidentswhowereassociatedwiththeblock.Bringyourhat,waterandwearsensiblewalkingshoes.
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Bathurst Courthouse Tour Location: BathurstCourthouse,RussellStreet Time: Guidedtoursat10.30am&1.30pm Cost: Goldcoindonation Contact: BathurstDistricthistoricalSocietyMuseum63308455 Website: bathursthistory.org.au
One way to see inside Bathurst Courthouse is to commit a crime. for oneweekendonly,thereisanotherway–joinvolunteersforarareglimpseoftheinternalworkingsofBathurst’smostimpressivebuilding.MeetonthestepsoftheCourthouse10minutespriortostarttime.
Bathurst District Historical Society Museum History Weekend Location: BathurstDistricthistoricalSocietyMuseum,eastWing, BathurstCourthouse,RussellStreet Time: 10.00amto4.00pm Cost: freeentryintomuseum;goldcoindonationforBathurst Courthousetour Contact: 63308455 Website: bathursthistory.org.au
experience Bathurst’s rich history and heritage as Australia’s first inlandsettlement at the Bathurst District historical Society history Weekend! BeentertainedbyguidedtoursofthemuseumincludingtheBushrangerDisplay,touroftheBathurstCourthouse,photoscanning,freeprizesandgiveaways!
Bathurst District Historical Society Museum- Free Scanning of Historical PhotosDo you have early photos of your family, original documents or historicphotographsofBathurstanddistrict?Ifso,thehistoricalSocietywouldlovetohaveacopyforthearchives.Recentlocaleventsandpeoplearejustasvaluable.your items can be copied onto a CD but the Society may have to limit thenumberofitemsduetotimeconstraints.
Bathurst District Historical Society Museum Guided ToursBathurstisAustralia’sfirstinlandsettlementandtheBathurstDistricthistoricalSocietyMuseumhasawonderfuldisplayontherichhistoryandheritageonthedistrict.Takeaguidedtourofthemuseum,seeBenhallandhisgang,explorerevans’carvedtreeandBathurst’ssacrificeduringconflictsandwarsthroughtheyears.Guidedtoursat11amand12.45pm.
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Getting Laid: Bathurst Town Square Foundation Stones Location: MeetatBathurstDistricthistoricalSocietyMuseum,eastWing, BathurstCourthouse,RussellStreet Time: 2.00pm Cost: free–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444
foundation Stones offer interesting insights into the people and times whennow-historicbuildingswerebuilt.Inthiswalkingtour,visitfivefoundationstones,heartheirstoriesandmeetageneral,acolonialminister,aprimeministerandawidowortwo.easyaccessshortwalk.
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Simon & Garfunkel – The Concert Location: BathurstMemorialentertainmentCentre,105WilliamStreet Time: 8.00pm Cost: from$45to$55 Contact: 63336161 Website: bmec.com.au
Withimpeccablemusicianshipandrecordsalesinexcessof70million,Simon&Garfunkelarearguablythegreatestvocalduoofalltime.Shelley&Robertsonwith full backing band will relive the songs, the times, the music and thoseimpeccableharmonies.
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Bathurst Regional Art Gallery (BRAG) Location: 70-78KeppelStreet Time: TuesdaytoSaturday10.00amto5.00pm;Sundayandmostpublic holidays10.00amto2.00pm;closedMonday Cost: freeentry Contact: 63336555 Website: bathurstart.com.au
The following exhibition will run from 27 March to 14 June:
BRAG 200 X 200 - Spanning 200 years and featuring 200 works, thisexhibitionshowcasesthebreadthandqualityoftheBRAGcollection.ABRAGBathurst200Project.
(HEART)LAND-Bathurstartistscelebratethehistory,heritageandthehereandnowoftheplacetheycallhome.ABRAGB200Project.
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Concert for the Planet Location: MitchellConservatorium,WestWing,BathurstCourthouse, RussellStreet Time: 7.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63316622 Website: mitchellconservatorium.edu.au
for the very first time experience local live orchestral performances alongsidelive streaming of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra in a multi-location, massparticipationperformanceofholst’sThePlanetsinrecognitionandcelebrationofearthDay2015.SupportedbytheGlobalOrchestrainpartnershipwiththeSSO.
Earth Hour Location: Worldwide Time: 8.30pmto9.30pm Website: earthhour.org
earthhouristhesingle,largest,symbolicmassparticipationeventintheworld.It inspiresaglobalcommunityofmillionsofpeople in7,001citiesand townsacross162countriesandterritoriestoswitchlightsoffforanhourasamassiveshowofconcernfortheenvironment.
Earth Hour Pedal Power Movie Screening with Woodfired Pizza Location: StJoseph’sMount,34BusbyStreet Time: 8.00pm Cost: Adult$10;under12$5–bookingsadvised Contact: 63329950 Website: rahamim.org.au
Joinusforanecologicalfilmeventwheretheviewer’sparticipatebytakingtheirturntopowerthemoviebybicycle!Ticketcostincludeswoodfiredpizza.
Sustainable Living Expo Location: BathurstShowground,KendallAvenue Time: 8.00amto12.00pm Cost: free–goldcoindonationtofarmers’Markets Contact: 63336552 Website: bathurst.nsw.gov.au
TheSustainableLivingexpo isagreatopportunitytopickuptipsonmakingyourhomecleanerandgreenerandtoexperiencenativeanimalsandplants.Theexpoisbeingheldinthelovelyatmosphereofthefarmers’Marketswithplentytoseeanddoforthewholefamily.
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Bathurst Farmers’ Markets Location: BathurstShowground,KendallAvenue Time: 8.00amto12.00pm Cost: Goldcoindonation Contact: 0409924182 Website: bathurstfarmersmarket.com.au
Shopforthefreshestseasonalproducetheregionhastooffer.enjoyagourmetBLTwithlocallyblendedcoffeeforbreakfastandexploretherangeoflocalwines.ProceedsgotowardslocalprojectssponsoredbytheLionsClubofBathurst.
Bathurst Farmers’ Markets Cooking Class Location: BathurstShowground,KendallAvenue Time: 9.00amto11.00am Cost: $75 Contact: 53111004 Website: cookingwithanna.com.au
JoinAnnaat theBathurstfarmersMarket andparticipate in a cookingclassusing local produce, right in the middle of the market. Don’t be shy, comepreparedwithanapronandaheartyappetiteforcooking.Thepriceperpersonincludesasamplebag,recipesandhands-onexperience.
Behind the Signs Location: MeetatBathurstCityCommunityClub,29WilliamStreet Time: Guidedtour10.30am Cost: free–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444
Joinapreviewwalkalong ‘ADelightfulSpotheritageTrail’ thedaybefore itsofficial opening with one of the trail’s creators. hear the stories behind theinterpretation signs and visit sites without signage – including the piggery,policecottageandsoldiers’dunny.easyaccessshortwalk.Durationoftourisapproxonehour.
Cathedral Parish Fete Location: CathedralofStMichael&StJohncarpark,KeppelStreet Time: 11.00amto1.00pm Cost: freeentry Contact: 0408060352
TheParishofStMichael&StJohniscelebratingthesesquicentenary(150years)of theCathderal in2015.Tocelebrate thisoccasion therewillbeadisplay inconjunctionwithfeteactivities.Comealongandtakeatripdownmemorylane.
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Bathurst’s Best Beards Competition – Novelty Beard Judging Location: Refertowebsiteforlocation Time: Refertowebsitefortime Cost: free Contact: 63318766Website: facebook.com/bathurstbeards
Thisfuncompetitionisbeingheldtoraisemoneyforthe20152BSLionsMiracleChristmasAppeal.Toenterthisfreecontestvisit2BS.com.au,followthepromptsforyourchancetowingreatprizesandhavelotsoflaughs.
NoveltybeardcategoriesjudgedSunday29MarchwiththegrandfinaljudgedSaturday9May.enternowandtellyourfriends.
Bathurst District Historical Society Museum History Weekend – Old Government Cottage Location: OldGovernmentCottage,16StanleyStreet Time: 10.00amto4.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63308455 Website: bathursthistory.org.au
experience Bathurst’s rich history and heritage at the Bathurst DistricthistoricalSocietyhistoryWeekend!Aspartofthiswonderfulweekend,theOldGovernmentCottageBicentennialheritageGardenwillbeofficiallyopened.TheprojectrecreatesaGeorgian/Victoriankitchengardenincorporatingvegetables,pickinggarden,herbs,berriesandfruittreestypicalinBathurst175yearsago.enjoyfreeguidedtours,displays,Devonshireteasandgiveaways.
Pioneer Picnic Location: BicentennialRiverPark,MacquarieRiver Time: from12.00pm Contact: WholefoodKitchen0423902519 Website: bathurstwholefood.org
BathurstWholefoodCo-optogetherwithWholefoodKitchenhascreatedafoodeventtohelpcelebrateBathurst’sbicentenary.ThePioneerPicnicwillbeheldinconjunctionwithothereventshappeningdownbytheriver.enjoyapicnicofcolonialfoodwithfriendsandfamilyinabeautifulgarden.hamperscanbepre-purchasedontheday.
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Walking Tour of the Historic Village of Rockley Location: RockleyMill&StablesMuseum,BuddenStreet,Rockley Time: Guidedtour2.00pm Cost: $10–bookingsessential Contact: 63379279or63379381
Today,theNationalTrustclassifiedvillageofRockleycapturestheessenceofrurallifeattheturnofthe19thcenturywithmanyhistoricbuildingsstillinuse.This guided tour commences with a short talk at the Rockley Mill & StablesMuseum,followedbyastrollaroundthevillagewhichincludesaviewingoftwoedwardGellchurches.finishwithafternoonteaatthehistoricSchoolofArtshall.Durationoftourisapproxtwohours.
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Future Creation Weekend Location: StJoseph’sMount,34BusbyStreet Cost: Individual$998;couples$1,890 Contact: 63738486 Website: deeptree.com.au/future-creation
Gobeyondjustgoalsettingtoremovelimitationsandcreatecompellingforwardaction.Activateyourfuturenow.Setinabeautifulhistoricvenue,thisretreatissuitableforindividualsorcouples.Lunchandmaterialsincluded.Don’tmissout.
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A Delighful Spot, a Heritage Garden and 20 Pillars of Bathurst (Official Launch) Location: OldGovernmentCottage,16StanleyStreet Time: 11.00amto12.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63336158
Welcometo‘ADelightfulSpot’wheretheeuropeansettlementofBathurstbegan200years ago.findout about the sites and storiesofBathurst’sbeginningswithpastBathurstianswhohaveaddedsomethingspecialtothestoryoftheBathurstRegion.DiscoverakitchengardenfromtheGeorgian/Victorianera.
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Celebrating our bicentenary togetherJoin us on the ‘A Delightful Spot’ tour for asneak peak of some of the activities plannedfor the Bathurst200 Heritage Week.
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Artworks Plus More Location: Oldhall,DenisonStreet,Sofala Time: 10.00amto4.00pm Cost: freeentry Contact: 63377177
VisithistoricSofalaandtake timeto lookatanexhibitionofworksonpaperincludingwatercolours,pastelsandacrylicsplussilkpaintedarticlesandsomeknittedandcrocheteditemsbyBuelahSanson.
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40th Australian Van Nationals Location: BathurstShowground,KendallAvenue Time: 9.00amto3.00pm Cost: $5 Contact: 0434350407 Website: bathurstvannationals.com
Australian Van Nationals is one of the country’s longest running motoring/charity events and is celebrating its 40th anniversary at Bathurst. highlightsinclude200customvanscruisingaroundMountPanoramaoneasterSaturdayaspartoftheBathurstMotorfestival.OnSundayseethebestvansfromthepastandpresentondisplayinsidethehistoricShowgroundpavilions.
Bathurst Sheep Dog Trials Location: RockleySportsground,Rockley Time: 7.00amto6.00pm Cost: freeentry Contact: 63688640
Come and watch competitors put their dogs through their paces over anobstaclecourseinencourage,novice,improverandopencategories.finalsareheldatthecompletionofeachround.Refreshmentswillbeavailable.
Quilt & Art Exhibition Location: Carlo’sCamphobo,MainStreet,Sofala Time: 10.00amto4.00pm Cost: freeentry Contact: 63377499
OvereastercomealongtoRobinandBelinda’sexhibitionofpaintingsandquiltsofmanysizes.encausticartworks,quiltmakingaccessoriesandgiftssuchassofttoys,bagsandscarveswillbeavailableforpurchase.
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Bathurst Regional Art Gallery Location: 70-78KeppelStreet Time: TuesdaytoSaturday10amto5pm;Sundayandmostpublic holidays11.00amto2.00pm;closedMondays&Goodfriday Cost: freeentry Contact: 63336555 Website: bathurstart.com.au
The following exhibition will run from 27 March to 14 June:
BRAG 200 X 200-Spanning200yearsandfeaturing200works,thisexhibitionshowcasesthebreadthandqualityoftheBRAGcollection.ABRAGB200Project.
(HEART)LAND-Bathurstartistscelebratethehistory,heritageandthehereandnowoftheplacetheycallhome.ABRAGB200Project.
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Sarah Coughlin and Cindy Fox in Concert Location: OrchardRoom,MitchellConservatorium,WestWing,Bathurst Courthouse,RussellStreet Time: 7.00pm Cost: Adult$25;concession$15;family$60 Contact: 63316622 Website: mitchellconservatorium.edu.au
2015markstheeighthyearCindyfox(piano)andSarahCoghlan(violin)havepresented duo recitals in the Central West. Known for their open, engagingandjoyfulperformancestyle,CindyandSarahlovesharingmusicthey’remostpassionateaboutwithaudiences.
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Bathurst Motor Festival Location: MountPanorama Time: Refertowebsitefortimes Cost: free-banknotedonation Contact: 0733152499 Website: bathurstmotorfestival.com.au
Thefestivalwillinvolveuptosevencategoriesforcarsracingincircuitevents.Over300entriesareexpectedandhistoriccarswillalsobefeatured.Therewillbeentertainmentforthewholefamilyaswellasbeinganenjoyableweekendforracingenthusiasts.ProceedswillbedonatedtoLegacy.
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Buddens Rockley Bank Tea Rooms Location: 18BuddenStreet,Rockley Time: 10.30amto5.00pm Cost: Various Contact: 63379279
Open each month to coincide with the Bathurst Arts’ Trail. enjoy local artistGreggCross’exhibitionofregionallandscapesinpastels.TastedeliciousautumndelightsfromthemenuorenjoyacoffeeontheverandahoverlookingRockleyweirorindoorsbythefireinthebankingchamber.
Turon Technology Museum Location: 5833IlfordRoad,Sofala Time: 10.00amto4.00pm Cost: Adult$8;under12free;family$24 Contact: 63588434 Website: turontechnologymuseum.com
See steam and internal combustion engines c1850 to 1950 illustrating thetechnologybehindthesepowersources.Takeaguidedtouraroundtheexhibits,thenwanderatyourleisure.Pleasecallbeforeheadingout.
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Autumn School Holiday Horse Riding Camp Location: JackerooRanchatBingletreeStation,upperTuronRd,upperTuron Time: Morning&afternoonarrivals Contact: 63377173 Website: jackerooranch.com.au
Ridingtuition,trailriding,horsemanship,grooming,saddling,ruggingandsafetyaspects included. If weekly camps are not booked out, guests can come forshorterperiods.
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History Mystery Tour Location: DepartsfromBathurstCourthouse,RussellStreet Time: 1.00pm Cost: $10–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstDistricthistoricalSocietyMuseum63308455or ChrisStewart0408084450 Website: bathursthistory.org.au
BackbypopulardemandthehistoryMysteryTourwilltakeanewroutewithnewdestinations.BoardourcoachtoexploretheunknownhistoryofBathurst,hearstoriesfromyesteryearandfinishoffthedaywithafternoonteaatamysterylocation.Durationoftourapproxthreehours.
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Sofala Street Markets Location: SofalaMemorialhall,Sofala Time: 10.00amto4.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63377188
Come along to Sofala Street Markets held every easter and grab yourself abargainatthevarietyofstallsincludingclothing,jams,whiteelephant,bric-a-brac,artandpre-lovedgoods.
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Bathurst Macquarie Lions Flea Markets Location: BerryPark,LionsClubDrive Time: 8.00amto1.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63371203
ComeandexplorethestallsunderthetreesbesidetheMacquarieRiver,withaplaygroundforthekidsandtheLionsClubBBQofferingdrinksandhotfood.Awiderangeofinterestingstallsincludingoldbooks,tools,jewellery,newandrecycledclothing,gardenornaments,candles,honeyandmuchmore.
Where the Vale enters the Macquarie and its Surrounds Location: DepartsfromBathurstVisitorInformationCentre,1KendallAvenue Time: 1.00pm Cost: free–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444
Jointhistourandjourneybacktotheperiodbeforeandaftertherailwaysarrivedin Bathurst. Get a better understanding of the area around lower havannah,Durham&BryantStreets,thepeoplewholivedthereandhowithelpedBathurstonitsjourneyofdevelopment.
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Bathurst Arts Trail Location: Various-mapavailablefromBathurstVisitorInformationCentre, 1KendallAvenue Time: 10.00amto4.00pm Cost: freeentry Contact: 0400130792 Website: bathurstartstrail.com
Painters,potters,glassartists,sculptorsandprintmakersshowcasetheirtalentsintownandcountrystudiosandgalleries.LookforthegoldenBaliflagsthatindicateartists’locations.CheckavailabilityofartistsonwebsiteoratBathurstVisitorInformationCentrebeforevisiting.Manyartistsareopenatothertimes;justphoneahead.
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Abercrombie House Kids Night Tours Location: Abercrombiehouse,311OphirRoad Time: 6.30pm Cost: Alltickets$15–bookingsessential.TicketsavailablefromBathurst VisitorInformationCentre,1KendallAvenue Contact: 63314929 Website: abercrombiehouse.com.au
Joinusforatorch-lighttourofAbercrombiehouseforkidsagedfrom7years.Wearcomfortableclothesandwalkingshoes.Bringatorch.Tourconcludesat8.30pmwithhotchocolatemilkandcookies.
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Abercrombie House Friday Night Jazz Location: Abercrombiehouse,311OphirRoad Time: 8.30pm Cost: $40–bookingsessential.TicketsavailablefromBathurstVisitor InformationCentre,1KendallAvenue Contact: 63314929 Website: abercrombiehouse.com.au
JoinusinthemagnificentheritageballroomofAbercrombiehouseforacosy,intimatenightofjazzfeaturingtheBlueNoteJazzBandandoccasionalguestmusicians and vocalists. Ticket cost includes cheese and fruit platters plus aglassofcomplimentarywine,teaandcoffee.
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Small Treasures Location: T.artsGallery,148RussellStreet Time: Mondaytofriday10.00amto5.00pm; Saturday10.00amto2.00pm;openingnightfriday10th6.00pm Cost: free Contact: 0490332699 Website: tartsgallery.com
CarolendeanLittle,CathiehaleandKarinSmitharethreeBathurstartistswithquitedifferentartisticsensibilitieswhoenjoybringingtheirartworkstogethertocreateaninterestingandstimulatingexhibition.
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Abercrombie House Afternoon High Tea Location: Abercrombiehouse,311OphirRoad Time: 2.30pmto4.30pm Cost: Adult$45;senior$40;childunder14$25–bookingsessential. TicketsavailablefromBathurstVisitorInformationCentre, 1KendallAvenue Contact: 63314929 Website: abercrombiehouse.com.au
Traditionalafternoonteaincludesscrumptioussavouryandsweettreats,tastingplates, varieties of leaf tea, plunger coffee, elegant live classical music withGwenda’sCelticharpandacomplimentaryglassofchampagnetomakeforanoutstandingafternoonofeleganceandstyle.
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PCYC Location: CornerMorrisset&CommonwealthStreets Time: Mondaytofriday8.30amto4.30pm Cost: halfday$25;fullday$40-bookingsessential Contact: 63312191orbathurst@pcycnsw.org.au
Lotsof fun things todoat thePCyCwith rockclimbing, indoorsports,bootcamp,arts&crafts,movieexcursionsandtenpinbowling.Suitableforchildrenaged5-12years.
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Mitchell Conservatorium @ All Saints’ Cathedral Location: AllSaints’Cathedral,ChurchStreet Time: 1.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63316622 Website: mitchellconservatorium.edu.au
MitchellConservatorium’spopularlunchtimeconcertisachancetomeetafriendortakeaspecialbreakduringabusyworkingdaytoshareinthewonderfulmusic.ThisfreeconcerthasbecomeaWednesdaytraditionsocomealongandenjoy.
The Water Garden, Nursery & Kitchen Café at Mayfield Garden Opendaily9.00am-4.30pm
Private Garden Autumn Open DaysApril18-May3(closedANZACDay25April)
Ticket prices & visitor details: mayfieldgarden.com.au
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Sustainable Lifestyle House Location: 17McGirrStreet(cnrBlaxlandDrive–offDarwinDrive) Time: 9.00amto12.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63336276 Website: bathurst.nsw.gov.au
fundedbyBathurstRegionalCounciltoimproveawarenessandencouragetheadoptionofsustainablebuildingdesign.
Two Cellos – Georg Mertens and Ella Jamieson Location: OrchardRoom,MitchellConservatorium,WestWing, BathurstCourthouse,RussellStreet Time: 7.00pm Cost: Adult$25;concession$15;family$60 Contact: 63316622 Website: mitchellconservatorium.edu.au
GeorgandellawillperformNo5andNo9fromthebeautifulNineCelloSonatasbyVivaldi,themostbelovedofItaliancomposers.ThesonatasaresharedwithCelloDuoNo1byAugustKummer,thekingofclassicalcelloduomusic,injectinganamazinginventivenessandwitintotheinteractivecollaborationofthecellos.
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Mystery Tours Delicious Location: PickupatBathurstVisitorInformationCentre,1KendallAvenue Time: 9.30amto4.00pm–busdeparts9.30am Cost: Adult$150;child8-16$65 Contact: 53111004 Website: cookingwithanna.com.au
Who knows where you will be taken! Once on the bus, you will be given anitineraryplusaculinarycarepackageasyoumayneedalittlesomethingtoeat.Meetalocalorganicproducerofducks,turkeysandlamb,Australia’sveryownsaffronproducerandseeoliveoilinthemaking.
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Autumn School Holiday Horse Riding Camp Location: JackerooRanchatBingletreeStation,upperTuronRd,upperTuron Time: Morning&afternoonarrivals Contact: 63377173 Website: jackerooranch.com.au
Ridingtuition,trailriding,horsemanship,grooming,saddling,ruggingandsafetyaspects included. If weekly camps are not booked out, guests can come forshorterperiods.
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Community Planting Day – Hector Park Location: hectorPark,offMitchellhighway Time: 9.00amto2.00pm Cost: free Contact: 0428386549 Website: facebook.com/MtPanoramaWoodlands
ConservationVolunteersalongwithBathurstRegionalCouncilwillbehostingaCommunityTreePlantingDayathectorParktoimprovethehabitatvaluesofthisimportanturbanwetlandsystem.Comealongandlearnabouthowthissitehadbeentransformedfromadegradedcreektoanaturalwaterfiltrationsystem.
Fair with Vintage Dolls, Toys and Teddies Display Location: AllSaints’Cathedral,ChurchStreet Time: 9.00amto3.00pm Cost: Goldcoindonationforexhibition Contact: 63322822 Website: allsaintscathedralbathurst.websyte.com.au
Come to the fair! Potter among the variety of stalls including plants, cakes,books,Tupperwareandchildrens’delights.Anexhibitionofvintagedolls,toysandteddieswillbeahighlight.Reminisceandrecollectyourchildhoodmemoriesasyouwander theCathedralChapterhouse. Ifyouhavevintagetoys for thedisplaycontactAllSaints’Cathedral.
Royal Bathurst Showgirl Competition Location: BathurstRegionalCouncil,158RussellStreet(judging); BathurstPanthers,132PiperStreet(dinner) Time: Judgingfrom9.00am;dinner6.30pm Cost: freetoentercompetition Contact: 0409667026 Website: bathurstshow.com.au
ThisisnotabeautypageantbutacontesttofindayoungfemaleambassadorfortheRoyalBathurstShowwhohasagenuine interest inanddemonstratedknowledgeoftheBathurstregion.Personality,confidence,lifegoals,generalandruralknowledge,presentationandspeecharealljudged.
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C Bathurst Pass – its creative, captivating and culturalThe C Bathurst Pass gives you discounted access to
a variety of exciting attractions.
Available from Bathurst Visitor Information Centre1 Kendall Avenue
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SuNDAy12APRIL(SChOOLhOLIDAyS)nab Blayney to Bathurst (B2B) Charity Cycling Event and Family Fun Challenge (FFC) Location: nabB2BstartsatCarringtonPark,Blayney familyfunChallengestartsatMountPanorama,Bathurst Time: Refertowebsitefortimes Cost: entryfeeapplies Contact: 0417681295 Website: bsb.asn.au
The nab B2B is a charity cycling event run by the Rotary Club of BathurstDaybreak, with both 70km and 110km courses. These events are held inconjunctionwiththefamilyfunChallenge,an11kmcharityeventforfamilies.ProceedsfromtheseeventssupportheadspaceBathurst.
MONDAy13TOfRIDAy17APRIL(SChOOLhOLIDAyS)PCYC Location: CornerMorrisset&CommonwealthStreets Time: Mondaytofriday8.30amto4.30pm Cost: halfday$25;fullday$40-bookingsessential Contact: 63312191orbathurst@pcycnsw.org.au
Lotsof fun things todoat thePCyCwith rockclimbing, indoorsports,bootcamp,arts&crafts,movieexcursionsandtenpinbowling.Suitableforchildrenaged5-12years.
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Abercrombie House Kids Night Tours Location: Abercrombiehouse,311OphirRoad Time: 6.30pm Cost: Alltickets$15–bookingsessential.TicketsavailablefromBathurst VisitorInformationCentre,1KendallAvenue Contact: 63314929 Website: abercrombiehouse.com.au
Joinusforatorch-lighttourofAbercrombiehouseforkidsagedfrom7years.Wearcomfortableclothesandwalkingshoes.Bringatorch.Tourconcludesat8.30pmwithhotchocolatemilkandcookies.
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Abercrombie House Afternoon High Tea Location: Abercrombiehouse,311OphirRoad Time: 2.30pmto4.30pm Cost: Adult$45;senior$40;childunder14$25–bookingsessential TicketsavailablefromBathurstVisitorInformationCentre, 1KendallAvenue Contact: 63314929 Website: abercrombiehouse.com.au
Traditionalafternoonteaincludesscrumptioussavouryandsweettreats,tastingplates, varieties of leaf tea, plunger coffee, elegant live classical music withGwenda’sCelticharpandacomplimentaryglassofchampagnetomakeforanoutstandingafternoonofeleganceandstyle.
Antique Valuation Day Location: King’sAntiques,151-153GeorgeStreet Time: 11.00amto2.00pm Cost: $5donationfortwoitems Contact: 0417785495 Website: kingsantiques.com.au
Withover40yearsexperienceintheantiquetrade,auctioneerandvaluerMartinKingwilldonatehis timeandexpertise todiscussandevaluate treasures.AllproceedswillbedonatedtoCarenneSchoolandGlenrayIndustries.
Bathurst Cemetery Wander Location: MeetatDeanStreetentrancetoBathurstCemetery Time: 9.00am Cost: $5–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444 Website: bathurstfhg.asn.au
JoinusforawanderaroundtheBathurstgeneralcemetery,exploringthehistoryandlivesofpastBathurstresidents.enjoyadeliciousmorningteasuppliedbythefamilyhistoryGroup.Bringahat,waterandsunscreen.Pleasewearsturdywalkingshoes.
Bathurst Showground Markets Location: BathurstShowground,KendallAvenue Time: 9.00amto1.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63313175 Website: bahpa.org.au
Bathurst Ah&P Association presents the Bathurst Showground Markets, thelargestgeneralmarketsintheregion.Onofferislocalseasonalfruit,vegetablesand produce, home-made preserves, confectionery, craft, artwork, clothing,gifts,jewellery,tools,bric-a-bracandmuchmore.
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Bathurst Historic Homes PassA unique opportunity to view 3 historic homes: Abercrombie House,
Chifley Home and Miss Traill’s House and Garden
Available from Bathurst Visitor Information Centre1 Kendall Avenue
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ANZACs at Gallipoli Location: BathurstDistricthistoricalSocietyMuseum,eastWing, BathurstCourthouse,RussellStreet Time: 10.00amto4.00pm;closedMondays Cost: Adult$4 Contact: 63308455 Website: bathursthistory.org.au
Bathurst sent a largenumberof its sons to theGreatWar from 1914 to 1918.Thisdisplaygives some insight intowho theywere, theirmedals,equipment,uniformsandphotos.Somemadetheultimatesacrifice.
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Community Services Club Combined Dinner Location: StarlightRoom,BathurstPanthers,PiperStreet Time: 6.30pm Contact: JudyRyan63312254ormacquarielions@gmail.com
AdinnerformembersandfriendsofCommunityServiceClubsofBathurstanddistrict.
The Vale Motorcycle Racing Circuit 1931 – 1937 Location: BusdepartsfromtheNationalMotorRacingMuseum, Murray’sCorner,MountPanorama Time: 1.00pm Cost: $12–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444
TheValeCircuitwasusedformotorcycleracingfrom1931to1937andwastheimmediatepredecessortotheMountPanoramaRacingCircuit.Joinusonthisguidedbustouraroundthecircuitwhereyoucanhearofthespills,thrillsandactionofyesteryear.AttheconclusionofthetouryoucanvisittheNationalMotorRacingMuseum(admissionincluded)toviewdisplayscelebratingracingintheBathurstregionandaspecialdisplayontheValeCircuityears.Durationoftourapprox1.5hours.
Victorian High Tea Location: unitingChurchhall,140BWilliamStreet Time: 2.00pmto4.00pm Cost: $25–bookingsessential Contact: 63325894
ThisdelicioushighTeaandteapotextravaganzawillbeheldinthebeautifullydecorated1837hall.Therewillbeclassicalmusicandgorgeoushandmadecakesondisplay.ListentoatalkonBathurstandviewhistoricalpicturesoutliningthedevelopmentofearlyBathurst.
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Logan Brae Heritage and Sustainability Tour Location: StJoseph’sMount,34BusbyStreet Time: heritagehouseTour10.00am;sustainabilitytour1.00pm Cost: $5pertour–bookingsessential Contact: 63329950 Website: rahamim.org.au
LoganBrae,theoriginalBusbyhouse,issteepedinlocalhistoryandisanintegralpartoftheecologicalLearningCentrefocusingonenvironmentaleducationandspirituality.TheheritagetourendswithmorningteaintheCatherineMcAuleyparlourandonthefrontverandah.Thesustainabilitytourencompassesthe4.7acresofStJoseph’sMountandsharestheecologicalstoryoftheproperty.
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St Kateri Day Location: StJoseph’sMount,34BusbyStreet Time: 2.00pm Cost: Adult$25;concession&student$20;child&Sisters$15 –bookingsessential Contact: 63329950 Website: rahamim.org.au
ThisfeastdaycelebratesSaintKateri,alsoknownasLilyoftheMohawks,whowasthefirstNativeAmericantobedeclaredasaint.JoinusfortraditionalNativeAmericanfood!Therewillalsobeseveralactivitiesforchildren.
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Royal Bathurst Show Location: BathurstShowground,KendallAvenue Time: friday&Saturday9.00amto10.00pm;Sunday9.00amto4.00pm Cost: Refertowebsiteforcosts Contact: 63313175 Website: bathurstshow.com.au
Come along to the best show in the west with the largest collection ofamusements,attractions,traditionaldisplaysandactivities.forover150yearstheBathurstShowhasbeenthebiggestcommunityeventonthecalendar.Bringthefamilytothisgreatcountryshow.
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Abercrombie House Afternoon High Tea Location: Abercrombiehouse,311OphirRoad Time: 2.30pmto4.30pm Cost: Adult$45;senior$40;childunder14$25–bookingsessential. TicketsavailablefromBathurstVisitorInformationCentre, 1KendallAvenue Contact: 63314929 Website: abercrombiehouse.com.au
Traditionalafternoonteaincludesscrumptioussavouryandsweettreats,tastingplates, varieties of leaf tea, plunger coffee, elegant live classical music withGwenda’sCelticharpandacomplimentaryglassofchampagnetomakeforanoutstandingafternoonofeleganceandstyle.
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Cathedral of St Michael & St John Tour Location: CathedralofStMichael&StJohn,cnrofWilliam&KeppelStreets Time: Guidedtour2.00pm Cost: freeentryorgoldcoindonation Contact: 63346400 Website: cathedralappealbathurst.org.au
This is a rare opportunity to see some of the hidden treasures of Bathurst’sCatholicCathedral.Viewsignificantarchitecturalfeaturesandexploretherichhistory of the faith that built this place of worship over the past 150 years.Afternoonteawillbeavailableattheendofthetour.Durationoftourisapproxtwohours.
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Long Swamp Cemetery Tour Location: LongSwampCemetery,277OldTrunkRoad,Arkell Time: 1.00pm Cost: $5–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444 Website: bathurstfhg.asn.au
ComeandexplorehistoricLongSwampCemeterywhichhasbeenregeneratedthrough the dedication of volunteers. headstones have been restored andinformationrecordedonthe75peopleburiedfrom1862to 1965.hearaboutearly colonial life, its hardships, sadness and triumphs through the stories ofthoseburiedthere.Bringahat,drinkandyourwalkingshoes.
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Future Creation Weekend Location: StJoseph’sMount,34BusbyStreet Cost: Individual$998;couples$1,890 Contact: 63738486 Website: deeptree.com.au/future-creation
Gobeyondjustgoalsettingtoremovelimitationsandcreatecompellingforwardaction.Activateyourfuturenow.Setinabeautifulhistoricvenue,thisretreatissuitableforindividualsorcouples.Lunchandmaterialsincluded.Don’tmissout.
Turon Technology Museum Location: 5833IlfordRoad,Sofala Time: 10.00amto4.00pm Cost: Adult$8;under12free;family$24 Contact: 63588434 Website: turontechnologymuseum.com
See steam and internal combustion engines c1850 to 1950 illustrating thetechnologybehindthesepowersources.Takeaguidedtouraroundtheexhibits,thenwanderatyourleisure.Pleasecallbeforeheadingout.
Freemantle & District Historical Tour Location: MeetateglintonfireShedatthestartoffreemantleRoad. DrivefromeglintontoKillongbutta. Time: 10.00am Cost: free Contact: 63374161
BringyourcarandpicniclunchandjoinyourguideJimBuchanforapleasantscenicdrivefollowingtheMacquarieRiver.Discoversomehistoryofthedistrict,picniconthebanksoftheriver,theninspectthecemeteryandoutbuildingsatKillongbuttaStation.ReturntofreemantleStationtoseetheremainingpartofthehistoricshearingshedandaphotographicdisplay,followedbyashowingoftheclassicsilentmovie‘AGirloftheBush’,whichwasproducedatfreemantlein1920byfranklynBarrett.Tourwillconcludeapprox3.30pm.
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Mayfield Garden Autumn Open Days Location: MayfieldGarden,530MayfieldRoad,Oberon(11kmfromOberon) Time: 9.00amto4.30pm Cost: Adult$25;child$10 Contact: 63363131 Website: mayfieldgarden.com.au
forlimiteddaysMayfieldGardenopenstheprivategardentovisitors,celebratingthebestautumnhastoofferinoneoftheworld’slargestprivatelyownedcoolclimategardens.Comeandseethe80metrecascade,walledkitchengarden,aviary,croquetcourt,sunkenparterreandmore.
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Soldiers Saddle - ANZAC Day Races Location: TyersParkRacecourse,55elevenMileDrive Time: 11.00amto7.00pm Cost: Adult$20;pensioner$5;childunder16free Contact: 63312719 Website: btracing.com.au
SoldiersSaddle-ANZACDayRacesisanexcitingBathursttraditionnottobemissed.Peopleturnoutintheirthousandstoenjoyanafternooninstyle.Livemusic,fashionsonthefieldandtwoupaddtotheexcitementofhorseracing.
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Abercrombie House Afternoon High Tea Location: Abercrombiehouse,311OphirRoad Time: 2.30pmto4.30pm Cost: Adult$45;senior$40;childunder14$25–bookingsessential. TicketsavailablefromBathurstVisitorInformationCentre, 1KendallAvenue Contact: 63314929 Website: abercrombiehouse.com.au
Traditionalafternoonteaincludesscrumptioussavouryandsweettreats,tastingplates, varieties of leaf tea, plunger coffee, elegant live classical music withGwenda’sCelticharpandacomplimentaryglassofchampagnetomakeforanoutstandingafternoonofeleganceandstyle.
ANZAC Remembrance Service Location: AllSaints’Cathedral,ChurchStreet Time: 9.00am Cost: free–donationsaccepted Contact: 63314711 Website: allsaintscathedralbathurst.websyte.com.au
AllSaints’Cathedralwillhostaserviceofsongsandpraisewithaguestspeaker.everybodyiswelcome.
Kurremi Garden Railway Location: TuronTechnologyMuseum,5833IlfordRoad,Sofala Time: 10.00amto4.00pm;othertimesbyappointment Cost: Adult$5;childunder12free Contact: 63588434 Website: kurremigardenrailway.com.au
Seethestateof theartmodel railwaywitha 170metre rail trackthatcomescompletewithmodellocomotivesandsteamengines.SeewellknownmodelssuchastheSantafeexpress,livesteamGarrettandmanymore.
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ANZAC Day Services Contact: LesAnderson63332909 Website: bathurstrsl.com.au
Bathurst Dawn Service Location: WarMemorialCarillon,KingsParade,RussellStreet Time: 4.30am
Rockley Service Location: RockleyWarMemorial,Rockley Time: 8.30am
Yetholme Service Location: yetholmeWarMemorial,yetholme Time: 8.30am
ANZAC Day Parade Location: DepartsfromBathurstRSLClub,114RankinStreet andproceedstotheCarillon Time: 10.30am
ANZAC Day Commemorative Service Location: WarMemorialCarillon,KingsParade,RussellStreet Time: 10.45am
Sofala Citizens Service Location: SofalaWarMemorialhall,Sofala Time: 2.00pm
Bathurst Cairn Service Location: ArmyCampSite,624LimekilnsRoad,Kelso Time: 3.15pm
Bathurst War Graves Service Location: WarGravesCemetery,Mitchellhighway,Bathurst Time: 5.15pm
Bathurst Lowering of the Colours Location: WarMemorialCarillon,KingsParade,RussellStreet Time: 6.00pm
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Retrace the Steps Walk Location: VariouslocationsbetweenMountyork&Bathurst Contact: 0420359223 Website: centralwestbushwalking.org.au
followGovernorMacquarie’sfootstepsalongCox’sRoadfromMountVictoriatoBathurst.eachsectionwillhaveameetingplaceandyouwillbetransportedto thestartandpickedupat thefinish.Theevent ispartof thebicentennialcelebrationsinBathurst.
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A Place In Time - Buildings of Bathurst In Colour Location: foyerareas,BathurstMemorialentertainmentCentre, 105WilliamStreet Time: 9.00amto5.00pm Cost: free Contact: 0438602921 Website: deanmobbs.com
This visual art exhibition celebrates Bathurst 200th year offering people theopportunitytoengagewiththeuniqueheritagearchitecture,individualityandcolourfulperspectiveofthebuildingsandplacesthathavebeen,andstillarefrequentedwithintheregion.
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‘A Moment in Time’ Location: ConferenceRooms3&4 BathurstMemorialentertainmentCentre 105WilliamStreet Time: 10.00amto4.30pm Contact: D.Allanhammond0488977702oral.hammond@bigpond.com Website: www.bathursthistory.org.au
Onthe200thanniversaryofthecrossingoftheBlueMountainsbyeuropeans,‘AMomentinTime’willexploretheimpactofthiseventontheenvironment,theancientcultureofthefirstpeopleandthesurvivaloftheinfantcolonyofNSW.
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Bathurst Bicentenary All Age Netball Carnival Location: BathurstNetballCourts,DurhamStreet Time: 8.30amto4.00pm Contact: BethPratley0403535761bnetball@bigpond.net.au
Netballcarnivalopentorepresentativeandnon-representativeteamsaged11yearstoopenage.
My Block – A walk and talk around a Bathurst block Location: MeetatthecornerofRocketStreet&forrestPlace Time: 10.00am Cost: free–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444
ever wondered what has happened on the block where you live? This tourstarts to unravel the history of your front yard, taking you around Block 37,encompassingWilliam,Rocket,GeorgeandLambertStreets.youwilllearnaboutBathurstarchitectureandhearstoriesaboutthecharacters,entrepreneursandresidentswhowereassociatedwiththeblock.Bringyourhat,waterandwearsensiblewalkingshoes.
Walking Tour of Historic Kelso Location: OldButcher’sShop(cnrGreatWesternhighwayandGilmour Street,carparkentryoffGilmourStreet,Kelso) Time: 1.00pm Cost: $15–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444 Website: bathursthistory.org.au
ThefirstinlandgrantstotheearlysettlersintheBathurstareaweregivenontherightbankoftheMacquarieRiver;thislocationbecameknownas‘Kelso’.JointhiswalkingtourofhistoricKelsotoexplorethehistoryandlivesofitsresidents.finishtheafternoonwithadeliciousafternoonteaintheformerbutcher’sshop.Pleasewearsturdywalkingshoes,bringahat,waterandsunscreen.
What my Mother Told Me…..Cello sonatas by Vivaldi and folksongs and artsongs by Ann Carr-Boyd Location: OrchardRoom,MitchellConservatorium,WestWing,Bathurst Courthouse,RussellStreet Time: 3.00pm Cost: Adult$25;concession$15;family$60 Contact: 63316622 Website: mitchellconservatorium.edu.au
Throughbass,exploretheintimate,thepersonalandthenatureofsmallthingsinthisevent.JoinsopranoDanielleGrant,cellistRitaWoolhouseandharpsichordistDianaWestoninaconcertcelebratingfamilyandfriendsontheoccasionofthebirthofBathurst.
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Bathurst Historic Homes PassA unique opportunity to view 3 historic homes: Abercrombie House,
Chifley Home and Miss Traill’s House and Garden
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Bathurst Regional Art Gallery (BRAG) Location: 70-78KeppelStreet Time: TuesdaytoSaturday10.00amto5.00pm; Sunday&mostpublicholidays11.00amto2.00pm Cost: freeentry Contact: 63336555 Website: bathurstart.com.au
The following exhibition will run to 14 June:
BRAG 200 X 200-Spanning200yearsandfeaturing200works,thisexhibitionshowcasesthebreadthandqualityoftheBRAGcollection.ABRAGB200Project.
(HEART)LAND-Bathurstartistscelebratethehistory,heritageandthehereandnowoftheplacetheycallhome.ABRAGB200Project.
fRIDAy1MAyInternational Jazz Day Location: StJoseph’sMount,34BusbyStreet Time: Refertowebsiteforactivitytimes; MusicintheChapel7.30pm Cost: Refertowebsiteforactivitycosts; MusicintheChapel-adult$35;student$15–bookingsessential Contact: 63329950 Website: rahamim.org.au
freefamilyactivitiesduringthedaywithaneveningperformanceintheChapelincludingperformancesbylocalswing,jazzandgospelbandsandspecialguests.
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Retrace the Steps Walk Location: VariouslocationsbetweenMountyork&Bathurst Contact: 0420359223 Website: centralwestbushwalking.org.au
followGovernorMacquarie’sfootstepsalongCox’sRoadfromMountVictoriatoBathurst.eachsectionwillhaveameetingplaceandyouwillbetransportedtothestartandpickedupatthefinish.TheeventleadsuptothebicentennialcelebrationsinBathurst.
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Bathurst Chamber Orchestra with very special guests Location: BathurstMemorialentertainmentCentre,105WilliamStreet Time: 7.00pm Cost: TBA Contact: 63336162 Website: bmec.com.auorfacebook.com/mitchell.conservatorium
experienceourregion’s favouriteorchestra liveonstage inthe IanMacIntoshTheatrewithanunforgettableconcertcelebratingBathurst200.Specialguests,importantrepertoireandprogramnewstobeannounced!followtheMitchellConservatoriumfacebookpageforthelatesteventupdates.
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Trunkey Creek Sheep Dog Trials Location: TrunkeyCreekSportsground,TrunkeyCreek Time: from7.00am Cost: freeentry Contact: 63688640
Theskillsoftheworkingdogandfarmerareanessentialpartofsheepfarming.ComeandspendthedayatTrunkeyCreekandwatchafullandinterestingprogramofsheepdogtrialsasthecompetitorsputtheirdogsthroughtheirpaces.Therewillbeplentyofparkingwithmorning,lunchandafternoonteaavailable.
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Celebrating our bicentenary togetherIn 2015 Bathurst celebrates 200 years. A feature week of
celebration from May 2-10 in Bathurst200 Heritage Week will be the focus of the annual celebrations with a huge program of events,
tours and exhibition highlighting our unique heritage includingthe Bicentenary Illumination and Street Festival.
Join us as we celebrate our community spirit in a myriad of exciting ways; reflecting on our history and shining a light
on the wonderful fabric of Bathurst’s community life.
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Bathurst200 Dinner Location: BathurstConvention&functionCentre,136PeelStreet Time: 6.00pmto9.00pm Cost: $50–bookingsessential Contact: 63325894
Comeandenjoyadelicioustwocoursedinnercelebrating200yearssinceitwasproclaimedatownbyGovernorLachlanMacquarie.GuestspeakerwillbetheModeratoroftheunitingChurch,Rev.Park.Thisamazingladyhasapassionforsharingherfaith.
Bathurst Macquarie Lions Flea Markets Location: BerryPark,LionsClubDrive Time: 8.00amto1.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63371203
ComeandexplorethestallsunderthetreesbesidetheMacquarieRiver,withaplaygroundforthekidsandtheLionsClubBBQofferingdrinksandhotfood.Awiderangeofinterestingstallsincludingoldbooks,tools,jewellery,newandrecycledclothing,gardenornaments,candles,honeyandmuchmore.
Bathurst Presbyterian Church Autumn Fair Location: BathurstPresbyterianChurch,cnrhowick&GeorgeStreets Time: 8.30amto1.00pm Cost: free Contact: 0411846050
Thechurchfamilyputsonafunmorningforthecommunitywithcakes,craft,plants,whiteelephantstall,BBQ,Devonshire tea, livemusicandactivities forthekidsincludingfacepaintingandanimalnursery.Allproceedsgotoaworthylocalcause.
Red Obsession - Film Night at Renzaglia Wines Location: 38BosworthfallsRoad,O’Connell Time: 7.15pm Cost: $35 Contact: 0413196036or63375756 Website: renzagliawines.com.au
enjoy an intimate film night in a straw bale house. The film Red Obsession,narrated by Russell Crowe, will take you on an extraordinary journey fromBordeuxtoBeijing;fromthepassionandartofthevineyardtothenotoriouscounterfeitwinemarketsofthefareast.Aglassofredwinewillbeservedalongwithlightfingerfood.ByOdeckchair.
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Mayfield Garden Autumn Open Days Location: MayfieldGarden,530MayfieldRoad,Oberon(11kmfromOberon) Time: 9.00amto4.30pm Cost: Adult$25;child$10 Contact: 63363131 Website: mayfieldgarden.com.au
forlimiteddaysMayfieldGardenopenstheprivategardentovisitors,celebratingthebestautumnhastoofferinoneoftheworld’slargestprivatelyownedcoolclimategardens.Comeandseethe80metrecascade,walledkitchengarden,aviary,croquetcourt,sunkenparterreandmore.
Trunkey Creek Sheep Dog Trials Location: TrunkeyCreekSportsground,TrunkeyCreek Time: from7.00am Cost: freeentry Contact: 63688640
Theskillsoftheworkingdogandfarmerareanessentialpartofsheepfarming.ComeandspendthedayatTrunkeyCreekandwatchafullandinterestingprogramofsheepdogtrialsasthecompetitorsputtheirdogsthroughtheirpaces.Therewillbeplentyofparkingwithmorning,lunchandafternoonteaavailable.
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Art of our Place Location: unitingChurchhall,140BWilliamStreet Time: 10.00amto4.00pmdaily;openingnightfriday6.00pm Cost: Goldcoindonation Contact: 0414579212
Theartistsof theBathurstArtsTrailwillbepresentinganexhibitionthatwillpayhomage, intheirowndistinctivestyles, totheworksandpersonalitiesofnationallyand internationally recognisedartistswhohaveconnections to theBathurstregion.
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A Place In Time - Buildings of Bathurst In Colour Location: foyers,BathurstMemorialentertainmentCentre,105WilliamStreet Time: 9.00amto5.00pm Cost: free Contact: 0438602921 Website: deanmobbs.com
This visual art exhibition celebrates Bathurst 200th year offering people theopportunitytoengagewiththeuniqueheritagearchitecture,individualityandcolourfulperspectiveofthebuildingsandplacesthathavebeen,andstillarefrequentedwithintheregion.
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Reflections: 200 Years of Women’s Fashions 1815 to 2015 Location: Cityhall,BathurstMemorialentertainmentCentre, 105WilliamStreet Time: 9.00amto5.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63373661
TheBeadandWirecraftGuild Incarepaying their respects towomenof thepastwithadisplayofthelast200yearsofwomen’sfashion.SupportedbytheBathurst District historical Society, vintage garments and accessories will befeaturedinthedisplay.
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Mystery Tours Delicious Location: PickupatBathurstVisitorInformationCentre,1KendallAvenue Time: 9.30amto4.00pm–busdeparts9.30am Cost: Adult$150;child$65 Contact: 53111004 Website: cookingwithanna.com.au
Who knows where you will be taken! Once on the bus, you will be given anitineraryplusaculinarycarepackageasyoumayneedalittlesomethingtoeat.Meetalocalorganicproducerofducks,turkeysandlamborAustralia’sveryownsaffronproducerorseeoliveoilinthemaking.
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A Cavalcade of Fashion Location: MissTraill’shouse,321RussellStreet Time: 12noonto3.30pm Cost: Adult$10;concession$8;child$6;family$26 Contact: 63324232 Website: nationaltrust.org.au/nsw/MissTraillshouse
ThisexhibitionformspartoftheNationalTrustheritagefestivalandwewillbeshowingclothesthatrarelycomeoutofMissTraill’swardrobe.ThedresseswillbeondisplayinthebeautifulhouseMuseum.
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Where the Vale enters the Macquarie and its Surrounds Location: DepartsfromBathurstVisitorInformationCentre,1KendallAvenue Time: 1.00pm Cost: free–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444
Jointhistourandjourneybacktoperiodbeforeandaftertherailwaysarrivedin Bathurst. Get a better understanding of the area around lower havannah,Durham&BryantStreets,thepeoplewholivedthereandhowithelpedBathurstonitsjourneyofdevelopment.
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Bathurst Arts Trail Location: Various-mapavailablefromBathurstVisitorInformationCentre, 1KendallAvenue Time: 10.00amto4.00pm Cost: freeentry Contact: 0400130792 Website: bathurstartstrail.com
Painters,potters,glassartists,sculptorsandprintmakersshowcasetheirtalentsintownandcountrystudiosandgalleries.LookforthegoldenBaliflagsthatindicateartists’locations.CheckavailabilityofartistsonwebsiteoratBathurstVisitorInformationCentrebeforevisiting.Manyartistsareopenothertimes;justphoneahead.
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Buddens Rockley Bank Tea Rooms Location: 18BuddenStreet,Rockley Time: 10.30amto5.00pm Cost: Various Contact: 63379279
Open each month to coincide with the Bathurst Arts’ Trail. enjoy local artistGreggCross’exhibitionofregionallandscapesinpastels.TastedeliciousautumndelightsfromthemenuorenjoyacoffeeontheverandahoverlookingRockleyweirorindoorsbythefireinthebankingchamber.
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Saturday 2 - Sunday 10 MayJoin us as we celebrate
Reflections:200 years of Women’s FashionsSaturday 2 - Saturday 9 MayGarments dating back to 1815 will be on display, some complete with undergarments!
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History Mystery Tour Location: LeavesfromBathurstCourthouse,RussellStreet Time: 1.00pm Cost: $10–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstDistricthistoricalSocietyMuseum63308455or ChrisStewart0408084450 Website: bathursthistory.org.au
BackbypopulardemandthehistoryMysteryTourwilltakeanewroutewithnewdestinations.BoardourcoachtoexploretheunknownhistoryofBathurst,hearstoriesfromyesteryearandfinishoffthedaywithafternoonteaatamysterylocation.Durationoftourapproxthreehours.
Interfaith Ceremony Location: KingsParade,RussellStreet Time: 11.00am Cost: free Contact: BathurstRegionalCouncil63336111 Website: bathurst200.com.au
TheInterfaithCeremonywillcelebratethediversityofBathurst’sreligions,beliefsandculturesthroughmusic,food,workshopsandceremonies.ThiscommunityeventwillbeapartoftheBathurst200heritageWeek.
Ethnic Dances from Burma Location: KingsParade,RussellStreet Time: followingtheInterfaithCeremony Cost: free Contact: 0414886228
BathurstRefugeeSupportGrouppresentsdancers,musiciansandeldersfromeachoftheKarenandKachinethnicGroupswhowillexhibittheirjoyfuldancesandmusic.Therewillbeanopportunityformembersofthepublictolearnsomeofthedances.
Peoplescape – People in Time Location: BathurstCourthouse,RussellStreet Time: from11.00am Cost: free Contact: JennyBarnes63312770 Website: bathurst200.com.au
ThisprojectcelebratesthecontributionsofBathurstpeoplefromallwalksoflifeoverthepast200years.Itisacommunityprojectthatwilldeliveranoutdoorpublicartinstallationof200life-sizetwo-dimensionalpeople-shapedfigures.
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Turon Technology Museum Location: 5833IlfordRoad,Sofala Time: 10.0amto4.00pm Cost: Adult$8;under12free;family$24 Contact: 63588434 Website: turontechnologymuseum.com
See steam and internal combustion engines c1850 to 1950 illustrating thetechnologybehindthesepowersources.Takeaguidedtouraroundtheexhibits,thenwanderatyourleisure.Pleasecallbeforeheadingout.
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An Ecumenical Service of Thanksgiving of the 200th Anniversary of Bathurst Location: AllSaints’Cathedral,ChurchStreet Time: 4.30pmto5.30pm Cost: Offertorydonation Contact: 63314711 Website: allsaintscathedralbathurst.websyte.com.au
This is a service to give thanks for the 200 years history and heritage ofBathurst.hymnsofpraisewillbeinterspersedwithshortprayersandreflectionsin remembranceofall thatwasandall thatwehavebecome.Don’tmiss thisjoyfulcommunityevent.
Hill End Historic Building Open Day Location: hillend Time: 9.00amto3.30pm Cost: Adult$25;concession$18 Contact: 0407187275 Website: hillend.org
Thisisarareopportunitytovisit10historicbuildingsfromthe1870sgoldrusherainthevillageofhillend.Comparehumbleminers’cottages,thePresbyterianChurchandtheincredibleCraigmoorhouse.
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PeoplescapeSunday 3 MayThe court house lawn will be a gatheringof people-shaped figures. Come and see how many you know.
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Bathurst Macquarie Heritage Medal Location: PitComplex,MountPanorama Contact: BathurstRegionalCouncil63336111 Website: bathurst200.com.au
The Bathurst Macquarie heritage Medal is an annually awarded prizeacknowledging thesignificantcontributionofan individual to theprotection,enhancement or promotion of Australia’s heritage; where heritage refers tonatural, built, social, or cultural heritage. The inaugural Bathurst MacquarieheritageMedalwillbepresentedonthe7May2015.
Flagstaff Unveiled Location: StanleyStreet Time: from11.00am Cost: free Contact: 63336558 Website: bathurst200.com.au
Theofficialbicentenarylandmarkinstallation,theflagstaffwillbeunveiledatPeacePark,commemoratingthemomentGovernorMacquarieraisedtheflagtoproclaimBathurstasettlementon7May1815.
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Bathurst Bicentennial Colonial Fair Location: MacquarieRiverbank,Bathurst Time: Thursday-commencingaftertheopeningoftheflagstaff; Saturday10.00am Cost: free Contact: 63315404 Website: bathursthistory.org.au
BathurstDistricthistoricalSociety invitesyoutocomealongto thecolonial-themedfairsetalongthebanksoftheMacquarieRiver.
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Abercrombie House Friday Night Jazz Location: Abercrombiehouse,311OphirRoad Time: 8.30pm Cost: $40–ticketsavailablefromBathurstVisitorInformationCentre, 1KendallAvenue Contact: 63314929 Website: abercrombiehouse.com.au
JoinusinthemagnificentheritageballroomofAbercrombiehouseforacosy,intimatenightofjazzfeaturingtheBlueNoteJazzBandandoccasionalguestmusicians&vocalists.Ticketcostincludescheeseandfruitplattersplusaglassofcomplimentarywine,teaandcoffee.
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National Trust Guided Tour of 1880 Bathurst Hospital Buildings Location: Bathursthospital–originalbuilding,363howickStreet Time: 5.00pm Cost: free–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444
Built in the 1880 boom time, the unique original Bathurst hospital buildingsstillstandonthehilloverlookingtheBathurstPlains.Takethisrareopportunityto participate in a guided tour of these buildings. Drive past the BathurstCourthouse,RussellStreet,toviewanothersignificantbuildingofthe1880s.
WeDNeSDAy6MAyMitchell Conservatorium @ All Saints’ Cathedral Location: AllSaints’Cathedral,ChurchStreet Time: 1.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63316622 Website: mitchellconservatorium.edu.au
MitchellConservatorium’spopularlunchtimeconcertisachancetomeetafriendortakeaspecialbreakduringabusyworkingdaytoshareinthewonderfulmusic.ThisfreeconcerthasbecomeaWednesdaytraditionsocomealongandenjoy.
What should we do with the TAFE Building? Location: Walshawhall,ChurchStreet Time: 5.30pmto7.30pm Cost: free–bookingsessential Contact: 63323021
enjoywineandcheeseoveradiscussiononhowwecouldusetheformerTAfeBuildingtobringnewlifetoourTownSquare.
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The Pits – Explore the Pit Complex behind our Great Race Location: MeetatTower1,behindthePitComplexoffMountainStraight Time: 10.00am Cost: free–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444 Website: mount-panorama.com.au
JoinMountPanorama’sCircuitManager,MarkRayneronawalkandtalkaroundthe Pit Complex exploring the media centre, garages and hospitality rooms.Learnaboutthecomplexityofgettingthecircuitpreparedforaracemeetandstoriesofthedrivers,carsandracesthathelptocreatethelegendthatisMountPanorama.Walkingupastaircaseispartofthetour.
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Crossing Location: BathurstMemorialentertainmentCentre,105WilliamStreet Time: 4.00pm Cost: Ticketsfromvenue Contact: 63336162
Travel back in time 200 years to cross the Blue Mountains with Blaxland,WentworthandLawson.ListentoechoesfromtheAboriginalpast,explorewithsurveyorevansandwatchCoxandhisconvictsbuildtheroadtoBathurst.
WrittentobepartofBathurst200andthebicentenaryofthecrossingoftheBlueMountains,2015isthefinalyearoftoseethisamazingplay.WriterWendyBlaxlandandherco-producerdaughterJessicaBlaxlandAshbyaredescendantsofexplorerGregoryBlaxland.
Logan Brae Heritage Location: StJoseph’sMount,34BusbyStreet Time: 10.00am Cost: $5–bookingsessential Contact: 63329950 Website: rahamim.org.au
LoganBrae,theoriginalBusbyhouse,issteepedinlocalhistory.ThehouseisanintegralpartoftheecologicalLearningCentrewithafocusonenvironmentaleducation and spirituality. The heritage tour ends with morning tea in theCatherineMcAuleyparlourandonthefrontverandah.
Phil Braithwaite (flute) and Cindy Fox (piano) in Concert Location: OrchardRoom,MitchellConservatorium,WestWing, BathurstCourthouse,RussellStreet Time: 7.00pm Cost: Adult$25;concession$15;family$60 Contact: 63316622 Website: mitchellconservatorium.edu.au
AustralianaconcertfeaturingAustraliancomposersMiriamhyde,RossedwardsandJanPreston.Anexcitingcontemporaryprogramnottomissed.
Show + Shine Location: 10BradwardineRoad Time: 8.00amto4.00pm Cost: Adult$10;concession$8;VSRA$5 $15toenteryourbike(includesmuseumentry) Contact: ToentercontactMargaret0439978602
Allbikesareencouragedtojoininthis‘ShowandShine’day.CategoriesincludeStreet,Custom,OffRoad,SpeedWayandSidecarwithtrophiesbeingawardedtobestincategory.BBQfacilitieswillbeavailable.
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fRIDAy8TOSuNDAy10MAyRoad to Bathurst Tour Location: TourcommencesandconcludesatOldGovernmenthouse, ParramattaPark,PittStreet,Parramatta Time: Startsfridayat8.30am&concludes4.00pmSunday Cost: NationalTrustmember$395;non-member$430twinshare Contact: 96358149 Website: nationaltrust.org.au/nsw/home
This3day/2nighttourre-tracesGovernorMacquarie’sentouragethatcrossedtheBlueMountainstotheBathurstPlainsin1815.Inthecomfortofasmallbus,followsomeoftheoriginalroads.Visitvillagesandtownsalongthewaygivingasenseofwhatcolonial lifewas like then,arrive inBathurst to join the2015BicentenaryCelebrations.
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Back to Bathurst-UWS Clinical School Location: Rydges,MountPanorama Time: 2.00pmto10.00pm Contact: BronwynBauer96859979orb.bauer@uws.edu.au
An educational afternoon followed by a celebration dinner for university ofSydneyruralclinicschoolpaststudentsandstaff.
Bathurst’s Best Beards Competition – Grand Final Location: Refertofacebookforlocationsandtimes Cost: free Contact: 63318766 Website: facebook.com/bathurstbeards
Thisfuncompetitionaimstoraisemoneyforthe2BSLionsMiracleChristmasAppeal.SeewhowillwinBathurst’sbestbeard;people’schoiceandthehighestmoneyraiser.
Community Planting Day – Blayney Road Common Location: BlayneyRoadCommon,Mid-Westernhighway,Bathurst Time: 9.00amto2.00pm Cost: free Contact: 0428386549 Website: facebook.com/MtPanoramaWoodlands
ConservationVolunteersalongwithBathurstRegionalCouncilwillbehostingaCommunityTreePlantingDayatBlayneyRoadCommonaspartoftheRacingtoSavetheMountPanoramaWoodlandsproject.Comealongandhelprestorethisendangeredecologicalcommunityforthebenefitoflocalwildlife.
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Antique Valuation Day Location: King’sAntiques,151-153GeorgeStreet Time: 11.00amto2.00pm Cost: $5donationfor2items Contact: 0417785495 Website: kingsantiques.com.au
Withover40yearsexperienceintheantiquetrade,auctioneerandvaluerMartinKingwilldonatehistimeandexpertisetodiscussandevaluatetreasurers.AllproceedswillbedonatedtoCarenneSchoolandGlenrayIndustries.
Bathurst Cemetery Wander Location: MeetatDeanStreetentrancetoBathurstCemetery Time: 9.00am Cost: $5–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444 Website: bathurstfhg.asn.au
JoinusforawanderaroundtheBathurstgeneralcemetery,exploringthehistoryandlivesofpastBathurstresidents.enjoyadeliciousmorningteasuppliedbythefamilyhistoryGroup.Bringahat,waterandsunscreen.Pleasewearsturdywalkingshoes.
Bathurst Showground Markets Location: BathurstShowground,KendallAvenue Time: 9.00amto1.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63313175 Website: bahpa.org.au
Bathurst Ah&P Association presents the Bathurst Showground Markets, thelargestgeneralmarketsintheregion.Onofferislocalseasonalfruit,vegetablesand produce, home-made preserves, confectionery, craft, artwork, clothing,gifts,jewellery,tools,bric-a-bracandmuchmore.
Ecological Centre Sustainability Tour Location: StJoseph’sMount,34BusbyStreet Time: 10.00am Cost: $5–bookingsessential Contact: 63329950 Website: rahamim.org.au
The sustainability tour encompasses the 4.7 acres of St Joseph’s Mount andsharestheecologicalstoryofthepropertyaswellasenjoyingthevistaoftheLoganBraehouse.enjoymorningteaonthefrontverandahattheconclusionofthetour.
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Bathurst Heritage Rides Location: DepartsfromBathurstVisitorInformationCentre,1KendallAvenue Time: RidesstartSaturday8.30am&1.00pm;Sunday8.30am Cost: free–bookingsessentialthroughwebsite Contact: 0438856880 Website: trybooking.com/111869
ThestoryofBathurst’sfirst200yearscomestolifewiththisunique,easy20kmbicycletouraroundthecity’sfabulousoldbuildings.Afascinatingcommentaryweavestogetherthebuildingswiththepeopleandeventsthathaveshapedthepast200years.Ridesgoforapprox3.5hours.
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Bicentenary Night Illumination and Street Festival Location: KingsParade,RussellStreet Time: from5.00pm Cost: free Contact: 63336558 Website: bathurst200.com.au
Bathurst’sbicentenarycelebrationswilllightuptheCentralWestwithaseriesofbuildingilluminationsanddigitalstorytellinginstallationsusingsomeofthecity’smostmagnificentbuildingsasthecanvas.
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Abercrombie House Mother’s Day Afternoon High Tea Location: Abercrombiehouse,311OphirRoad Time: 2.30pmto4.30pm Cost: Adult$45;senior$40;childunder14$25–ticketsavailablefrom BathurstVisitorInformationCentre,1KendallAvenue Contact: 63314929 Website: abercrombiehouse.com.au
CelebrateMother’sDaywithourtraditionalafternoonteaincludingscrumptioussavoury and sweet treats, tasting plates, many varieties of leaf tea, plungercoffee,elegantliveclassicalmusicwithGwenda’sCelticharp&acomplimentaryglassofchampagnetomakeforanoutstandingafternoonofeleganceandstyle.
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Celebration in IlluminationCome and see a spectacular seriesof outdoor celebrations in Bathurst’s famous town square precinct.
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Mapping and Surveying NSW for 200 Years -Then and Now Location: LandandPropertyInformation,346PanoramaAvenue Time: 2.00pm Cost: free–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444 Website: visitbathurst.com.au
InDecember1813GeorgeevanswasthefirsteuropeantoreachthesiteofpresentdayBathurst.hewasanexplorer,butalsoasurveyoroftheofficeoftheNSWSurveyorGeneral.TheNSWsurveyingandmappingfunctionsarecontinuedtothistodaybytheLandandPropertyInformationoffice,whichhasbeenlocatedinBathurstforalmost40years.Thisisauniqueopportunitytoappreciatetheworkofevansandothersintheearly1800saswellasthebenefitsoftechnologyofthe2000s.
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Art & Architecture on the Square Location: MeetattheBathurstDistricthistoricalSocietyMuseum, eastWing,BathurstCourthouse,RussellStreet Time: 2.00pm Cost: free Contact: 0409274839
StrollthroughBathurstTownSquareandhearstoriesaboutheritagebuildings,artworksandthepeoplewhohavehelpeddefinethisspecialplace.Ithasbeenasignificantgatheringplaceforevents,celebrationsandcommerceaswellasreligionandeducation.
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The Vale Motorcycle Racing Circuit 1931 – 1937 Location: BusdepartsfromtheNationalMotorRacingMuseum, Murray’sCorner,MountPanorama Time: 1.00pm Cost: $12–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444
TheValeCircuitwasusedformotorcycleracingfrom1931to1937andwastheimmediatepredecessortotheMountPanoramaRacingCircuit.Joinusonthisguidedbustouraroundthecircuitwhereyoucanhearofthespills,thrillsandactionof yesteryear.At theconclusionof the tour youcanvisit theNationalMotorRacingMuseum(admissionincluded)toviewdisplayscelebratingracingintheBathurstregionandaspecialdisplayontheValeCircuityears.Durationoftourapprox1.5hours.
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Bathurst Thoroughbred Race Meeting Location: TyersParkRacecourse,55elevenMileDrive Time: 1.00pmto5.30pm Cost: Adult$10;pensioner$5;childfree Contact: 63312719 Website: btracing.com.au
TyersParkisthekeyracingcentrefortheCentralDistrictsregionoverallandavitalsupplierofracemeetingsfor2ndtiermetropolitanandprovincialtrainedgallopers.
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Snapshots in Time Location: Conferencerooms3&4,BathurstMemorialentertainmentCentre, 105WilliamStreet Time: 9.00amto5.00pm Cost: free Contact: 0428488717 Website: bathursthistory.org.au
ProudlypresentedbyBathurstDistricthistoricalSociety,SnapshotsinTimeisanexhibitionofphotographyandmovingpicturescelebratingthetransformationofBathurstanditspeopleoverthelast200years.historiccollectableitemswillalsobeapartofthisinsightfulexhibition.
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A Piano Concerto Evening featuring Avan Yuand The Mitchell Chamber Orchestra Location: BathurstMemorialentertainmentCentre,105WilliamStreet Time: 8.00pm Cost: from$22to$49.50 Contact: 63336161 Website: bmec.com.au
OneofCanada’smostexcitingyoungpianists,Avanyuachievedinternationalrecognition when he won first prize plus 9 special awards at the SydneyInternationalPianoCompetitionin2012.AvanyujoinsforceswithTheMitchellChamber Orchestra to deliver a fresh exciting and dynamic evening of well-lovedBachandMozartconcertos.
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Cathedral of St Michael & St John Tour Location: CathedralofStMichael&StJohn,cnrofWilliam&KeppelStreets Time: Guidedtour2.00pm Cost: freeentryorgoldcoindonation Contact: 63346400 Website: cathedralappealbathurst.org.au
This isa rareopportunitytoseesomeof thehiddentreasuresof theBathurst’sCatholic Cathedral. View significant architectural features and explore the richhistoryofthefaiththatbuiltthisplaceofworshipoverthepast150years.Afternoonteawillbeavailableattheendofthetour.Durationoftourisapproxtwohours.
Long Swamp Cemetery Tour Location: LongSwampCemetery,277OldTrunkRoad,Arkell Time: 1.00pm Cost: $5–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444 Website: bathurstfhg.asn.au
ComeandexplorehistoricLongSwampCemeterywhichhasbeenregeneratedthrough the dedication of volunteers. headstones have been restored andinformationrecordedonthe75peopleburied from1862to 1965.hearaboutearly colonial life, its hardships, sadness and triumphs through the stories ofthoseburiedthere.Bringahat,drinkandyourwalkingshoes.
Showcase Bathurst 200 Location: BathurstMemorialentertainmentCentre,105WilliamStreet Time: 2.00pm Cost: TBA Contact: 63318753
ThisconcertwilldisplaythediversecultureonofferinBathurstthroughmusic,dance,speechanddramaandafewspecialsurprises.Throughouttheafternoonof entertainment, our audience will experience the wonders of world-classperformers,manyofwhombegantheircareeronstageinBathurst.
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Sydney Writers’ Festival - Live Streaming Program Location: BathurstMemorialentertainmentCentre,105WilliamStreet Time: 10.00am;11.30am;1.30pm;3.00pm&4.30pm Cost: free Contact: 63336161 Website: bmec.com.au
As Australia’s largest annual celebration of literature and ideas, the SydneyWriters’ festival is internationally renowned for excellence. Audiences enjoyaccess to inspirational authors of fiction and non-fiction, poets, playwrights,philosophers,politiciansandjournalists.eachsessionwillrunforonehour.
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Walking Tour of the Historic Village of Rockley Location: RockleyMill&StablesMuseum,BuddenStreet,Rockley Time: Guidedtour2.00pm Cost: $10–bookingsessential Contact: 63379279or63379381
Today,theNationalTrustclassifiedvillageofRockleycapturestheessenceofrurallifeattheturnofthe19thcenturywithmanyhistoricbuildingsstillinuse.This guided tour commences with a short talk at the Rockley Mill & StablesMuseum,followedbyastrollaroundthevillagewhichincludesaviewingoftwoedwardGellchurches.finishwithafternoonteaatthehistoricSchoolofArtshall.Durationoftourapproxtwohours.
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A Settler’s Cottage Open House Location: 140-142-144KeppelStreet,Bathurst Time: 2.00pmto5.00pm.Guidedtoursrun2.15pm&3.00pm Cost: free-self-browsing&guidedtours –bookingsessentialforguidedtours Contact: 63375111 Website: asettlerscottage.com.au
Visitthreecharmingsemi-detachedworkers’cottagesfromthelate1800s.formanyyearstheyhavebeenrunasanaccommodationbusinessandhavebecomea popular heritage stay with visitors. Browse or take a tour of these heritagehomesinthehistoricKeppelStreetprecinct.Viewalocalhistoryphotographicexhibition.
Charity Golf Day Location: BathurstGolfClub,136VittoriaStreet Time: 11.00amto4.00pm Cost: TBA Contact: 0410633422or0408060352
enjoyastrollaroundthegolfcoursedisplayingbeautifulautumncolouredtreeswhileplayingafourballAmbrosewithshotgunstart. Prizesareawardedforeachholeandthewinners.Lunchwillbeavailablepriortoteeoff.MoneyraisedwillgototheCathedralRestorationAppeal.
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Celebrating our bicentenary togetherWith a calendar of events growing every day
Visit bathurst200.com.au to keep up to date
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Kurremi Garden Railway Location: TuronTechnologyMuseum,5833IlfordRoad,Sofala Time: 10.00amto4.00pm;othertimesbyappointment Cost: Adult$5;childunder12free Contact: 63588434 Website: kurremigardenrailway.com.au
Seethestateof theartmodel railwaywitha 170metre rail trackthatcomescompletewithmodellocomotivesandsteamengines.SeewellknownmodelssuchastheSantafeexpress,livesteamGarrettandmanymore.
Moorilda (Teapot Swamp) Reunion Location: StDavid’sChurchNewbridge,Moorilda Time: 10.00amChurchService,followedbylunch.RSVP’srequested Contact: SandraRetallack63681053orglengowa.angus@bigpond.com
The pioneers who settled at Teapot Swamp endured some extraordinaryhardshipsbut theyalsoembraceda strongsenseofcommunity inwhatwasoriginallyanextremelyremoteanduntamedareaofthecolony.Tocelebratethisoncethrivingsettlementandtoourancestors,alldescendantsofthefamiliesofMoorildaareinvitedtoattendtheMoorilda/TeapotSwampreunion.RSVPswillberequested.AbookaboutthehistoryofMoorildawillbeavailableontheday.
My Block – A walk and talk around a Bathurst block Location: MeetatthecornerofRocketStreet&forrestPlace Time: 10.00am Cost: free–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444
everwonderedwhathashappenedontheblockwhereyoulive?Thistourstartstounravelthehistoryofyourfrontyard,takingyouaroundBlock37,encompassingWilliam, Rocket, George and Lambert Streets. you will learn about Bathurstarchitectureandhearstoriesaboutthecharacters,entrepreneursandresidentswho were associated with the block. Bring your hat, water and wear sensiblewalkingshoes.
Walking Tour of Historic Kelso Location: OldButcher’sShop(cnrGreatWesternhighwayandGilmour Street,carparkentryoffGilmourStreet,Kelso) Time: 1.00pm Cost: $15–bookingsessential Contact: BathurstVisitorInformationCentre63321444 Website: bathursthistory.org.au
ThefirstinlandgrantstotheearlysettlersintheBathurstareaweregivenontherightbankoftheMacquarieRiver;thislocationbecameknownas‘Kelso’.JointhiswalkingtourofhistoricKelsotoexplorethehistoryandlivesofitsresidents.finishtheafternoonwithadeliciousafternoonteaintheformerbutcher’sshop.Pleasewearsturdywalkingshoes;bringahat,waterandsunscreen.
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Bathurst Farmers’ Markets Location: BathurstShowground,KendallAvenue Time: 8.00amto12.00pm Cost: Goldcoindonation Contact: 0409924182 Website: bathurstfarmersmarket.com.au
Shopforthefreshestseasonalproducetheregionhastooffer.enjoyagourmetBLTwithlocallyblendedcoffeeforbreakfastandexploretherangeoflocalwines.ProceedsgotowardslocalprojectssponsoredbytheLionsClubofBathurst.
Back to Bathurst Public School - Gala Dinner Location: TheCarrington,99KeppelStreet Time: 6.30pmtomidnight Cost: $70 Contact: 63313923 Website: facebook.com/Backtobps
Dress up and celebrate Bathurst Public School’s significant role in educatinggenerationsof localchildrenbyattendingtheBacktoBathurstPublicSchoolgaladinner.Ticketpriceincludesfoodandentertainment.
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Fibre From the Ordinary to the Extraordinary Location: PerformingArtshall,StStanislausCollege Time: Saturday10.00amto4.00pm,Sunday9.00amto3.00pm Cost: $5 Contact: MarciaCubis63318596ormarciacubis@live.com.au
BathurstWeaversandSpinnersfibreMuster2015.Comeandseetheaspectsoffibre,fleece,fabricandfashiontoinspireandchallenge!Learnnewskillsatworkshopsanddemonstrations. Purchasematerials,suppliesandequipment.entertheShawlcompetitionwithapeopleschoicejudging.SuNDAy24MAy
Back to Bathurst Public School Open Day Fair Location: BathurstPublicSchool,GeorgeStreet Time: 10.00amto2.00pm Cost: Goldcoindonation Contact: Visitwebsite Website: facebook.com/Backtobps
BathurstPublicSchoolcelebratesitsroleineducatinggenerationsoflocalchildrenwithanOpenDayfair.ThefairwillfeaturetheInkpotstoipadsexhibition,vintagemarkets,rides,music,food,oldfashionedgames,schooltoursandmuchmore.
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Information Expo location: uniting Church hall time: 9.00am to 2.00pm Contact: Brian Cowan 6331 9151 or bri.bet@bigpond.com
a senior citizens information expo on health and wellbeing
Glenray Industries’ Annual Fundraiser - The Macquarie Mile location: macquarie river Bicentennial park, lower William street time: 10.30am to 1.30pm Cost: free Contact: 6331 2388 Website: glenray.com.au
Celebrate people with a disability at the mile-long cruise on the banks of the river. there will be disability information stalls, food and entertainment. Why not Byo picnic lunch and relax by the river. donations can be made throughout the day by dropping a gold coin into one of our charity buckets.
The Unknown Soldier: A Monkey Baa Theatre Company Production location: Bathurst memorial entertainment Centre, 105 William street time: 11.00am & 7.00pm Cost: from $22 to $45 Contact: 6333 6161 Website: bmec.com.au
monkey Baa theatre Company created a play and workshop series exploring the themes around the unknown soldier. Who is he, what is he and what does he represent to australians today? set on the battlefields of WWi and in 21st century australia, the play follows the dual journeys of a 16 year old soldier fighting for King and country, and a modern-day 11 year old boy who questions how anyone can simply just disappear.
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Mel’s Go Grey in May location: Bathurst panthers, 132 piper street time: 6.00pm to midnight Cost: $60 Contact: 0401 138 323
Come along with some friends for a great night out and help brain cancer awareness. ticket price includes nibbles on arrival, two course meal and entertainment. all money raised goes to Brain tumour alliance australia and Brainstorm at rpa.
Bathurst’s bicentenary celebrations will light up the central west with a series of building illuminations using some of the city’s most magnificent buildings as the canvas.
Some calendar highlights are:
9 May Illuminate Bathurst Street Festival25 July Winter Illumination Street Festival9 October Bicentenary Gala Ball10 October Bathurst 1000 Illumination Street Festival
The Illumination Street Festivalsare a night of celebrationsshowcasing the regions’ best food,wine and entertainment.
The feature illumination will remain live for 10 days with plenty of opportunity every night to go back and see something amazing in the building projections.
Bathurst200 is a calendar of eventsgrowing every day!
Visit bathurst200.com.auto see what is happening.
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