Frank Johnson, a retired civil engineer from the NSW railway industry and active memberof Engineering Heritage, presents an engaging XPT-style journey through 150 years ofrail history to Bathurst. His talk explores the people, challenges and milestones behind theMain Western Railway Line, which reached Bathurst in 1876 under the leadership of JohnWhitton, the Father of the […]
Are you aged 16-21 and want to develop your music career? Then this 2-day songwriting and production workshop is for you! Featuring Industry Mentors Hylander, Asti Holz, and Audius, you will work with them over two days to write and record a song from scratch in a real-world co-writing session. This workshop will connect you […]
Our Journeys Connect – Workshop Next date: Saturday, 14 March 2026 | 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM You’re Invited to Help Create a Living Map of Belonging. Bathurst Library invites community members of all ages and backgrounds to take part in a new participatory exhibition exploring the themes of home, belonging and journeys and being […]
This guided tour commences with a short talk in Stevens Park, followed by a stroll around thevillage, including viewing the School of Arts Hall and two Edward Gell churches. The tourends at the Rockley Mill & Stables Museum for a cuppa and a selection of hot finger foodsand sweets. Here you have the opportunity to […]
Enjoy a visit to Perthville Convent Heritage Centre, site of the first Convent of the Sisters of Saint Joseph in NSW. Begin with morning tea in the Sisters’ dining room, followed by a guided tour of the Centre. View the historic buildings and learn of the Sisters’ story. The beautiful surrounds, the peaceful chapel and […]
Join Bathurst Regional Art Gallery for a FREE tour of our current exhibitions every Saturday at 11am! About the Exhibitions We Are Studios: Acts of Inheritance Acts of Inheritance presents new work from seventeen Disabled artists who explore identity as something lived, layered and continually remade. We come to know ourselves through small, everyday acts […]
4 April 1876 was an important day in Bathurst’s story: the day when the railway openedin town. This event changed Bathurst in many ways, including the provision of manyemployment opportunities. Join members of Bathurst Family History Group for a wanderaround a section of Bathurst General Cemetery to learn some of the railway stories behindthe headstones. […]
We invite you to join us for a night celebrating the music of Creedence Clearwater Revival and John Fogerty, as we present the music of one of the world’s most iconic bands – from the songs they wrote, to the songs covered, to the songs they wrote for others All the hits that defined a […]
Head to Bathurst Regional Art Gallery (BRAG) every Sunday for a FREE, self-guided sketch session in our current exhibitions! - Materials and stool provided - FREE, self-guided session - No experience required About the Exhibitions We Are Studios: Acts of Inheritance Acts of Inheritance presents new work from seventeen Disabled artists who explore identity as […]
Pack a picnic lunch and take the kids down to the miniature railway to enjoy a few rides on working scale model trains, just across the road from the Adventure Playground. Covered shoes must be worn. Trains run the 3rd Sunday of the month, weather permitting.
1 85-year-old Man, 5 Countries, 16 Cities, 23 shows, 6 weeks. Will he make it home … or is this the end of the road? One of the most recognisable figures in British comedy, John Cleese’s career spans six decades – from his early days with the Cambridge Footlights to co-founding Monty Python, co-creating Fawlty […]
Roll up, roll up! Or use a more conventional form of transport to get to the show. It’s entirely your choice. Unless you accidentally become trapped in a barrel*. Should that happen, then just find an incline and start rolling to see the one and only Ross Noble! He is the Wizard of Waffle, The […]