Enjoy a visit to Perthville Convent Heritage Centre, site of the first Convent of the Sisters of Saint Joseph in New South Wales. Begin with morning tea in 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 […]
Ever wondered who lived and worked in your block? This year step back in time to the very first Block, the one that started it all, Bentinck, Brilliant, William and Rocket streets. Join this walking tour for some fascinating insights into the lives, hopes and aspirations of the people who lived and worked there. Who […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Explore the design and history of the Cathedral and its associated buildings and places. Visit the State significant historic peal of bells. See the John Coburn wall hanging, the Warrior's Chapel, William Montgomery's stained glass windows and the historic Blackett font and cover. Hear fascinating stories about surprising events, famous people and many iconic artefacts. […]
Bathurst General Cemetery. Hear fascinating stories of tragic accidents, prominent people, soldiers, photographers, a Machattie Park head gardener, a gaoler and a builder. Enjoy a delicious afternoon tea supplied by the Group. Bring a hat, water and sunscreen. Please wear sturdy walking shoes. Meet at Bathurst Cemetery, Dean Street entrance. $15 per person - bookings […]
Jan Page will give a talk based on a poem “Views from the Bald Hills”, published in the Bathurst Times in November 1912. The poem captures the fascination for Bathurst’s dominant south-west backdrop once known as the Bald Hills and now known as Mount Panorama/Wahluu. A light supper will be served at the conclusion of […]
On this bus tour, enjoy a journey to the villages of Sofala and Hill End to learn about the treasures of the goldfields. An approximately 40 minute drive from Bathurst to Sofala, enjoy a morning tea on the banks of the Turon River followed by a visit to the Western Goldfields Museum at Sofala. Travelling […]
Enjoy a visit to Perthville Convent Heritage Centre, site of the first Convent of the Sisters of Saint Joseph in New South Wales. Begin with morning tea in 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 […]
Bathurst Visitor Information Centre
Wiradjuri Country
1 Kendall Avenue
Bathurst NSW 2795
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