The Bathurst Gold Crown Carnival is a feature of the harness racing calendar – held annually in late March. It features five race meetings & many social events such as Ladies Night Marquee, Calcutta, Ambrose Golf Day & Honouree Dinner. The 3yo Finals have a prize money worth $100,000 and the 2 year old finals […]
The 2024 New South Wales Tree Conference is a partnership with Greening Bathurst, Central Tablelands Local Land Services and the Central Tablelands Regional Landcare Network. It will focus on the integration of forestry into agricultural systems as a means to enhance natural capital. Our theme for this year, "Natural Capital: Trees as an Alternative Crop," […]
Take a step back in time and view an exhibition of souvenir movie programs from the Golden Years of Hollywood to the disco era. These were on sale at theatres in Sydney and Melbourne, such as The State, The St James, The Mayfair, The Plaza, The Regent and The Prince Edward. Members of the public […]
Led by Mara and Llew Kiek, the two days will conclude with a small showcase of the music learnt over the weekend. This showcase will be free for family and friends to attend. Participants will learn singing techniques as well as choral music from Eastern Europe with a particular focus on the rich culture of […]
Celebrate NSW Seniors Festival 2024 with two special film screenings of 'The Bookshop'. To book, call Bathurst Library on 6333 6281. Tuesday’s session features an introduction by Noel Cowan of the Movie Musical Memorabilia exhibition. England, 1959. Florence Green, a free-spirited widow, puts grief behind her and risks everything to open up a bookshop - […]
Workshop #1: VISION 20/50 an (impossible) festival Arts OutWest calls on artists to imagine an artwork that could be made in the year 2050, in the Central West, that speaks to a radically aspirational vision for a possible future for our region. As part of marking 50 years of Arts Outwest, we are celebrating with […]
Shuttle Service - Spend the day at Mayfield Garden and view the entire 65 hectares of spectacular Mayfield is regarded as one of the most exclusive, privately owned cool climate gardens in the world. Mayfield Garden is set out in the countryside midway between Bathurst and Oberon. It is a beautiful 35-minute drive by car […]
Celebrate NSW Seniors Festival 2024 with two special film screenings of 'The Bookshop'. To book, call Bathurst Library on 6333 6281. Tuesday’s session features an introduction by Noel Cowan of the Movie Musical Memorabilia exhibition. England, 1959. Florence Green, a free-spirited widow, puts grief behind her and risks everything to open up a bookshop - […]
Explore the unparalleled beauty of Mayfield Garden with our luxury tour, featuring a private lunch in the Glasshouse with matching wines. Nestled 1000 meters above sea level in rural NSW, Mayfield Garden stands as a testament to natural splendor and human ingenuity. Spanning 65 hectares, this privately owned cool climate garden is a masterpiece crafted […]
Explore the unparalleled beauty of Mayfield Garden with our luxury tour, featuring a private lunch in the Glasshouse with matching wines. Nestled 1000 meters above sea level in rural NSW, Mayfield Garden stands as a testament to natural splendor and human ingenuity. Spanning 65 hectares, this privately owned cool climate garden is a masterpiece crafted […]
Mayfield is regarded as one of the most exclusive, privately owned cool climate gardens in the world. Mayfield Garden is set out in the countryside midway between Bathurst and Oberon. It is a beautiful 35-minute drive by car and is not serviced by public transport. Without a vehicle of your own, getting to Mayfield may […]
Join the Bathurst Library for this free hands-on fun STEM program. Children can build a new and exciting challenge each week or take the time to free build something of their own choice. There may even be the chance to design builds for displays within the Library space, where they can bring their family and […]
Alan McRae will give a talk on “Bathurst’s own bank and Colonial Banks in Bathurst.” Few people are aware that Bathurst had its own town bank called the Bathurst Bank, established in 1835. Later private colonial banks were established with Bathurst having some of the earliest branches, which saw trial designs for banknotes to be […]
As Australia’s oldest inland European settlement, Bathurst is rich with fascinating history, myths, tall tales, beautiful architecture and iconic landmarks. Join us for a tour that will allow you to discover the many facets that make Bathurst the amazing inland city it is today. This is a great way for visitors and those already living […]
Seniors Week Historic Talk titled ‘Australiana in the Applied Arts – a trip down memory lane!” by Paul Storm from Sydney. A fascinating Australiana talk and trip down memory lane for Seniors Week. The talk includes everyday items that were often decorated with Australian themes from your school ruler and bottle opener to your oven […]
Join a tour at the Bathurst Grange Distillery and see surrounding gardens and farmland on the heritage property, The Grange, established in 1823. Share the passion for distilling Whisky and Gin as they explain the techniques and craft of making the premium spirits. Learn the art of distillation Cost : $20 per person Bathurst Grange […]
The Rockley Pub is excited to announce their first comedy night - taking place on March 22, they are opening the doors for Tayshus to celebrate his 40th Anniversary of the "Australiana" national tour. Austen Tayshus' interactive, witty and at times confronting routines are known to leave audiences in fits of laughter. Key details: Friday […]
Artist Inspiration and theme of show – recognising the women of Hill End, this exhibition is not about men, and it is not about gold. "I noted that in The Holtermann Collection of photographs from Hill End that the women in the photographs were simply labelled ‘woman’ – which I interpret as meaning … the […]
Join a tour at the Bathurst Grange Distillery and see surrounding gardens and farmland on the heritage property, The Grange, established in 1823. Share the passion for distilling Whisky and Gin as they explain the techniques and craft of making the premium spirits. Learn the art of distillation Friday: 4pm Saturday: 11am, 2pm & 4pm Cost : $20 […]
Bathurst Regional Art Gallery (BRAG) presents Deborah Kelly: CREATION – a queer insurrectionary science fiction climate change religion, unfurling through years of collaborations across generations, identities, artforms and sites. Join us on Saturday 23 March to hear from CREATION instigating artist Deborah Kelly in conversation with BRAG! Artist talk in conversation with BRAG FREE, all […]
Head to the newly updated beer garden at the Rockley Pub. Every Saturday throughout spring and summer there will be local musicians show off their talents between 1pm- 4pm along with cold local and imported beers available directly in the beer garden for your convenience! Chef Simon Borghesi will be lighting up the smoker and […]
This guided tour commences with a short talk in Stevens Park, followed by a stroll around the village, including viewing the School of Arts and two Edward Gell churches. The tour ends back at the Rockley Mill & Stables Museum for a cuppa and a selection of hot finger foods and sweets. Here you can […]
Join a tour at the Bathurst Grange Distillery and see surrounding gardens and farmland on the heritage property, The Grange, established in 1823. Share the passion for distilling Whisky and Gin as they explain the techniques and craft of making the premium spirits. Learn the art of distillation Friday: 4pm Saturday: 11am, 2pm & 4pm Cost : $20 […]
Artist Inspiration and theme of show – recognising the women of Hill End, this exhibition is not about men, and it is not about gold. "I noted that in The Holtermann Collection of photographs from Hill End that the women in the photographs were simply labelled ‘woman’ – which I interpret as meaning … the […]
Join a tour at the Bathurst Grange Distillery and see surrounding gardens and farmland on the heritage property, The Grange, established in 1823. Share the passion for distilling Whisky and Gin as they explain the techniques and craft of making the premium spirits. Learn the art of distillation Friday: 4pm Saturday: 11am, 2pm & 4pm Cost : $20 […]
The Tarana Community Farmers Market is held on the 4th Sunday of every month from 9am - 1pm on the grounds of the Rural Fire Service shed at Tarana, a tiny village situated mid way between Bathurst, Lithgow and Oberon in the central west of NSW. They are a community and fresh food market – […]
Head to the Bathurst Rail Museum Easter Markets to pick up a gift or ten from the variety of stalls. While you're there, grab a coffee from the Refreshment Room, and check out the model train layout in the museum.
On Sunday 24 March 2024 for our Community Tree Planting Day and lend a hand to help plant native plants for flying-fox habitat along the banks of the Macquarie Wambuul River. Commencing at 10 am off Morrisset Street and Zante Lane, downstream of the Wastewater Treatment Plant, the event welcomes adults and kids alike to […]
From the time the railway arrived in Bathurst in April 1876, the nearby streets became home to railway workers and a thriving hub with the railway depot and goods yards, flour mills and pubs catering to the needs of workers and people arriving by train. There were all types of businesses including shops and barbers […]
Artist Inspiration and theme of show – recognising the women of Hill End, this exhibition is not about men, and it is not about gold. "I noted that in The Holtermann Collection of photographs from Hill End that the women in the photographs were simply labelled ‘woman’ – which I interpret as meaning … the […]
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