Central West Village Voice - Issue #048

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$639,000 321 NEW “JAMISON” VILLA

This stunning home has the best of open-plan living areas. Each bedroom has its own ensuite, essentially creating two separate private wings. The master bedroom has built-in wardrobes, and there is a cozy gas fire in the living area for those winter nights.

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bathrooms and an internal single garage. The master bedroom has walk-in wardrobes and its own ensuite. The second bedroom also has an ensuite, which creates two separate living quarters. The superb kitchen is equipped with stone benchtops, dishwasher, oven and cooktop.

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Anzac Day 2023

25th April 2023. Given by Geoff Welsman.

Today 25 April 2023 we gather to remember those Men and Woman who fought against the odds to secure our freedoms that we enjoy today.

Two of my relatives served in World War 1 Eddy Sautelle serving in the 4th Australian Field Artillery Brigade in France and who was killed in action aged 20.

Ernest Welsman 11th Battalion infantry a bugleman killed in action at Lone Pine Gallipoli aged 26.

My Grandfather Commander Geoff Parry served in the 2nd World War on mine sweepers and returned. My father Alan Welsman served in the 2nd World War a Signaler serving in the Philippines and New Guinea, he returned.

Today I would like us to think about the men and women who returned and try to imagine what their eyes witnessed during their time at war. Those sights and sounds and smells came back with them and have stayed with them for the rest of their lives. Even today those who are serving and those who have recently served have come home with these things in their minds.

Clive Sanders wrote this, Unless you've been a soldier, you just won't understand, the things that we have seen and done, in the service of our land.

By Rich Evans

The nation stopped to remember the fallen and all service personnel on 25 April. In communities around the Central West there was high attendance at both early dawn services and community services throughout the day.

For our service in Portland, I found myself explaining to my 11 year old son why we pay our respects, and why it was important to march, even though, as he pointed out, we had never lost a relative in war.

I realised that this had come about from a tradition in Portland where school children carried crosses of their relatives who had fallen in battle to be laid at the cenotaph in town. Many of these children are direct descendants of those whose names they carried, my son however carries the cross of someone who no longer has relatives in the region.

Both of my grandfathers served, both in different capacities but thankfully, both were

spared and safely returned to their families at the end of the war.

Whilst we didn’t lose anyone in a conflict, I explained to my son we still hold the tradition of honouring them, not just for what they sacrificed, but for what we can learn from their sacrifice. The world is a very different place now, however there are still armed conflicts happening to this day, I pray we never have to face sending our unprepared loved ones off to face the horrors of war ever again.

Since moving to this region over 10 years ago, I have seen how communities are still touched by wars that happened decades ago, the smaller the community, the more connected they are to their history.

Thank you to all our defence personnel for your service, I pray that there will come a time when peace is possible, until then, you have my utmost respect.

We have trained to live in combat to cope with awful sights, that shouldn't be seen by anyone and keep you awake at nights. We don't discuss the wounds we have, to the body or the mind. We just put our hurts behind us and turn to memories to blind. We are proud we served our country and remember those we lost. For the freedom that you have today, they paid the awful cost.

This is why so many soldiers are very quiet about their time at war. We must thank them and try to understand to a certain extent what they went through.

Our governments must look after them, no questions asked.

For us that have never been to war, we are unable to grasp what they went through and for a lot of them this has shaped how they have lived their lives and will live in the future.

There is nothing to like about war, it is an evil way to sort out human problems, but unfortunately when dealing with humans it is inevitable.

Today's Anzac Day is not a day of celebration of war. It is a day to remember and to say, we haven't forgotten you who sacrificed your lives. It is a day to say thank you to those who have returned and that we haven't forgotten you either.

General Douglas Macarthur said "The soldier above all others, prays for peace, for it is the soldier who must suffer and bear the deepest wounds and scars of war"

Finally a former President of the United States, Thomas Jefferson said, "Eternal Vigilance is the price of Freedom"

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Community urged to vaccinate as flu season begins in NSW

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Lions Club of Mount Panorama is seeking additional stallholders for future market days.

First Saturday of each month at Lions Berry Park, Bathurst Come and be part of the markets.

Further Details

Email: macquarielions@gmail.com facebook.com/riversidemarketsbathurst

NSW Health is urging the community to book in for their influenza vaccine as the state’s flu season has now begun, with the latest data indicating influenza notifications have continued to increase.

More than 1,200 people in NSW were diagnosed with influenza during the past week, 9 April to 15 April, a 13 per cent increase compared with the previous week.

At the same time, there was also an increase in the number of people who presented to NSW emergency departments with influenza-like illness and required admission to hospital – the greatest increase has been in children.

NSW Chief Health Officer Dr Kerry Chant said now is the time to book in for your influenza vaccine.

“Everyone six months and older is recommended to get a flu vaccine and these are available through GPs for any age group, as well as through pharmacies for everyone aged five years and over,” Dr Chant said.

“In particular, we want to remind priority groups that the flu vaccine is free and readily available – so please, book in today to give yourself the best possible protection from severe illness that can be brought on by influenza.”

Priority groups include:

• Children aged 6 months to under five years

• People aged 65 and over

• Aboriginal people from 6 months of age

• Pregnant women

• Those with serious health conditions such as diabetes,

cancer, immune disorders, obesity, severe asthma, kidney, heart, lung or liver disease.

Flu and COVID-19 vaccines can be given at the same time. All adults can get a 2023 COVID-19 vaccine booster if it’s been six months or longer since their last COVID-19 booster or confirmed infection (whichever is most recent) for additional protection against severe illness from COVID-19. More advice on COVID-19 booster vaccines can be found here.

We can all take steps to help protect ourselves and our loved ones from COVID-19 and flu, including:

• Stay up to date with your recommended flu and COVID-19 vaccinations

• Stay home if you have cold or flu symptoms

• Wear a mask in crowded, indoor places

• Get together outdoors or in large, well-ventilated spaces with open doors and windows

• Wash or sanitise your hands often

• Talk with your doctor now if you are at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19 or influenza to make a plan about what to do if you get sick, including what test to take, and discussing if you are eligible for antiviral medicines

• Don’t visit people who are at higher risk of severe illness if you have cold or flu symptoms or have tested positive to COVID-19 or influenza.

• Take a rapid antigen test to test for COVID-19 especially before visiting vulnerable loved ones.

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Plan takes shape to reposition historic Portland as unique destination, cultural hub and gateway to the NSW Central West

Discussions underway with accommodation operators, other providers to participate in redevelopment of key lakeside site

A bold plan to revitalise the historic township of Portland, part of the Greater Blue Mountains, is a step closer to being realised, with the owner of the town’s prominent heritage and lakeside precinct in discussions with potential development partners and accommodation providers.

The Foundations Portland precinct occupies the site of one of Australia’s oldest cement works, which opened 160 years ago and operated until 1991, and is now undergoing a regeneration similar in scale to that of Redfern’s Carriageworks.

Comprising a group of heritage-listed industrial buildings set among limestone lakes in Portland’s historic town centre, the 86-hectare site underwent an extensive clean-up after cement operations ceased before being acquired in 2014 and rezoned for residential and commercial use.

Portland’s reputation as a regional arts and cultural hub has steadily grown in recent years based on the regular calendar of artistic, community and private events held at The Foundations. An artist-in-residence program with renowned sculptor Harrie Fasher also draws visitors, and plans are to develop a studio and expand the residency program in partnership with the National Art School.

Identifying an accommodation partner to participate in a release of lakeside land on the site is a vital step in positioning Portland as a Sydney weekend destination, arts and events hub, and a natural gateway to the vibrant Central West tourism region that includes Mudgee, Orange and Bathurst.

The company is also engaging with hospitality operators, artisan retailers and food and beverage manufacturers for the adjacent heritage precinct.

The Foundations Portland Director and site owner, Martin O’Connell, said the vision for Portland would see it recapture its former glory as the ‘town that built Sydney’.

“Drawing on a unique industrial heritage Portland has reinvented itself as a cultural hub, attracting visitors to a busy events calendar, as well as permanent residents seeking a treechange to more affordable housing in an area of natural beauty,”

Mr O’Connell said.

“Having established The Foundations as a feature of Portland, our priority now is to secure visitor accommodation for the lakeside precinct that aligns with our vision for the area.

“With regional tourism booming and many operators looking to broaden their portfolios into sustainable regional destinations with consistent visitor flows and value for their investment, we’re confident our proposal will resonate. The plan for The Foundations also aligns with the work underway to drive the economic transformation of the greater Lithgow area,” he said.

Sustainable redevelopment plan

Plans for Portland align with the NSW Government’s strategy for boosting the visitor economy in the state’s Central West. The latest Destination Management Plan for Central West NSW projects 5.2 million visitors, 6.3 million overnight stays and visitor spending of $1.35 billion annually by 2024.

As well as lakeside accommodation, the six-year masterplan for The Foundations envisages the adaptive re-use of the heritage precinct for a range of premium hospitality and lifestyle offerings including restaurants, breweries, bakeries and other artisan retail and food and beverage outlets, and event spaces. The redevelopment will complement existing attractions in the Portland area, including trout fishing, bushwalking and mountain-bike riding, and the NSW Government’s $50 million Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area is a short drive away.

Project lead for The Foundations, Sedrick Dahdah, said the redevelopment would be sustainable for Portland on environmental, economic and social grounds.

“Our community-centric plan will create new economic

opportunities for Portland, attracting visitors and new permanent residents, making best use of the town’s natural and built heritage, and embedding it more firmly in a wider regional context,” Mr Dahdah said.

Advisers to the redevelopment include Hatch Roberts Day (urban planning and place design), Ingram Advisory (hospitality specialists), Catalyst Project Consulting (project planning and management) and BellRinger (property advisory). Accommodation specialist Austgrowth are advising on engagement with potential development partners.

Local housing to support green infrastructure boom

Plans also include the staged release of residential land adjacent to The Foundations’ 86-hectare site to accommodate expected growth in the town’s permanent population driven by tree-changers and workers at green energy projects under development nearby.

The Foundations will make available more than 300 residential lots over a six-year period, starting with an initial release of 20 dwellings in late 2023 in partnership with McDonald Jones Homes.

Pictured: The Powerhouse building under lights is a spectacular vision.

Pictured: The Twilight Markets have become a major attraction.

ANZAC DAY MESSAGE

Bathurst High prepares for 100 Years of Astley Cup

ANZAC Day is a solemn day of remembrance and reflection. I ask you to take a moment to honour those who served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations and reflect on what that contribution and suffering of all those who have served means for us today, as residents of ‘the lucky country’.

There is nothing more Australian than courage, mateship and sacrifice and many of these men and women have paid the ultimate sacrifice.

I would like to acknowledge those in our community who have served and fought for our country. Thank you for your service.

I also ask you to spare a thought for our service people who are carrying out peacekeeping missions around the world. These brave men and women continue that ANZAC spirit and they embody all what’s gone before them and all that’s ahead of us.

I was glad to see many locals and visitors of the Bathurst Electorate come together as one on this very significant day in Australian history. The crowds at services and marches are a physical reminder of the strength of the Australian spirit.

As the Astley Cup approaches it’s 100th Year of Competition, Bathurst High Campus is preparing for what is anticipated to be the most highly sought title in the 100 year history of the Astley Cup.

Started in 1923, the Astley Cup is an interschool competition contested between Bathurst High Campus, Orange High School and Dubbo Senior College (formerly Dubbo High School). Each school plays a home round and an away round. This year Bathurst’s home round will be on Thursday 22 June and Friday 23 June.

The sports played have varied over the years, in line with popularity. In recent years the sports played are Hockey, Netball, Basketball, Boys Soccer, Girls Soccer, Tennis, Rugby League and Athletics. In addition to physical sports there is also fierce competition in debating for The Mulvey Cup.

In view of the significance of the 100th anniversary, Bathurst High Campus will be sourcing Astley Cup team uniforms for each team member to keep after the competition. Bathurst High is seeking team sponsorship from local businesses with just nine opportunities available for a business to have sole sponsorship of a team. These team sponsors will also be able to promote their business at the various sports venues during the home game. A spare uniform of each sport will also be presented to the school archives where they will be displayed in all future Astley Cup special anniversaries, so these sponsors will be recorded in Astley Cup history. For sponsorship enquiries please contact rachel.trounson1@det.nsw.edu.au.

Our first sponsor is Kennards Hire who are sponsoring

the Basketball team. Basketball was first introduced into the Astley Cup in 1979 and continues to be a strong sport for Bathurst.

Bathurst High Campus thanks Craig and the team at Kennards Hire for their generous support of the 2023 Astley Cup Basketball Team.

In addition to the two days of exciting, top level school sporting competition, on Thursday 22 June Bathurst High Campus is hosting a reunion afternoon with alumni sporting matches, BBQ, school tours and 100 Years of Astley Cup memorabilia display and on Friday 23 June, the 100 Years of Astley Cup Ball, to be held at Bathurst Goldfields. All former students, former staff and school supporters are invited to join us to celebrate this milestone event.

Tickets for the Ball are available at 123tix.com. au and for more information about 2023 Astley Cup see the Bathurst High School Facebook page or contact Bathurst High School on 6331 3755.

Pictured above: 1979 Basketball Team

Raglan Courts Open for the community

The Bathurst Writers’ & Readers’ Festival is an annual literary event presented by BMEC in association with Bathurst Library, Arts OutWest and Books Plus, Bathurst. The festival includes a number of live streamed events from Sydney Writers’ Festival. The 2023 festival takes place from Thursday 25 May until Sunday 28 May at both BMEC and Bathurst Library.

For more information and bookings visit https://bit.ly/40LMi6u or contact BMEC Box Office.

A new multi-purpose sports court at Raglan’s Ralph Cameron Oval has been given the thumbs up by the community with families making the most of the new court during the school holidays.

Mayor of Bathurst Cr Robert Taylor said Council received $25,000 under the NSW Government’s Community Building Partnership program and contributed $50,000 to develop the facility.

“The multi-purpose sports court is the first new piece of infrastructure for the park in many years. The existing playground is aging we have had numerous requests from the community

in recent years for improved play spaces in Raglan.”

“Spaces like these are a hub for local communities to come together.

“Council has also been successful in receiving a further $444,000 from the NSW Government to fund further upgrades at Ralph Cameron Oval. We sought feedback from the community earlier this year on the proposed plans for the area and this will help further inform the works at the oval.

“Stage two of the Ralph Cameron Oval play space upgrades will include shade structures, scooter and BMX bike path inclusive play

equipment and accessible foothpaths from the Raglan Hall carpark,” Cr Taylor said.

Member for Bathurst Paul Toole said the new multi-purpose sports court is a great addition to Raglan.

“This court is giving local kids a place to play basketball, handball, hopscotch and many more games keeping them active and entertained,” Mr Toole said.

“Stage two additions of play equipment, picnic areas and pathways means this space can be used by more people in more ways.”

Tree Planting Day

A community tree planting day will take place at Queen Charlotte’s Vale Creek, off Alpha Street Levee, Bathurst on Sunday 30 April at 10am.

Join Council's Community Environmental Engagement Officer at a community tree planting day or a revegetation maintenance day. Give as much or as little time as you can spare –it all makes a difference to help rehabilitate our local rivers, creeks, and woodlands.

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

24 cows or 240 sheep.

Licence term will be 12 months, with 12 month option for renewal.

A bond of $1,000 and Public Liability Insurance policy of $20 million over the area will need to be supplied by successful applicant.

Submit Expressions of Interest quoting “22.05149 EOI – O’Connell Road” by 10am Tuesday 9 May 2023.

For more information, visit Council’s website or contact Property Section on 6333 6235.

The lobbying or liaison with Councillors prior to the consideration of expressions of interest by Council will lead to the rejection of the offending expression.

CAREERS AT COUNCIL

Working for Council is a stimulating and rewarding career option, providing the opportunity to be part of a team contributing to shaping the success and future of our Region. Please visit www. bathurst.nsw.gov.au/careers for a full list of current vacancies.

HERITAGE ASSISTANCE GRANT

FUNDS 20223/24

Applications are now invited for Council’s Heritage Assistance Funds under Section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993 Applications for funding must be made on Council’s application form which is available on at:

https://yoursay.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/heritage-assistance-funds

Applications close Friday 9 June 2023.

For further information or assistance contact Council’s Strategic Planning Section, on 6333 6211.

DRAFT DELIVERY PROGRAM 2023/2027 AND OPERATIONAL PLAN 2023/2024

The draft Delivery Program 2023/2027 and Operational Plan 2023/2024 are now available for review.

The plan is our commitment to our community on how and where funds will be spent and what services and activities the community can expect to be delivered during the financial year.

The Delivery Program & Operational Plan, incorporating the Revenue Policy, outlines the strategies and financial resources required over the next four years to implement the key directions identified by the community in our Bathurst 2040 Community Strategic Plan.

For more information and to make a submission visit yoursay. bathurst.nsw.gov.au. We welcome your feedback before 4.45pm Friday 19 May 2023.

VILLAGE MEETINGS - 2023

Council will be holding its next round of meetings with residents in rural areas during April, May and June 2023.

You are invited to attend and meet with Councillors and Council’s Senior Staff to discuss projects Council is currently undertaking and any other matters of interest to you.

Each meeting will be held at the following locations:

• Perthville, Community Hall – 9 May 2023 at 6.00pm

• Trunkey Creek, Community Hall – 22 May 2023 at 6.00pm

• Sunny Corner, Community Hall – 29 May 2023 at 6.00pm

• Wattle Flat, Recreation Hall – 30 May 2023 at 6.00pm

• Hill End, ‘Hosies’, 23 Clarke Street – 13 June 2023 at 5.00pm

If you have any enquiries, please contact Council on 6333 6111.

ART GALLERY EVENTS

DANELLE BERGSTROM: AFTERGLOW

Until 11 June

Acclaimed Australian-Swedish painter Danelle Bergstrom works in landscape and portraiture as vessels to navigate human emotion. Afterglow, is the artist’s first career survey and traces the interiorscapes of Bergstrom’s own life as they are reflected in the overtures and undertones of her subjects both in landscape and portrait.

INTRODUCTION TO LANDSCAPE

WATERCOLOUR PAINTING WORKSHOP

Thursday 11 May 2023 at 6pm

Learn the basics of landscape watercolour painting in a 2-hour mentored session by Contemporary Impressionist Kasey Sealy. Surrounded by landscape paintings in the gallery as part of our current exhibition, Danelle Bergstrom: Afterglow, be inspired and create your own painting across this session.

$30 BRAGS members, $35 non-members, all materials supplied, all abilities, bookings essential.

Festival of Bells: Building Stronger Communities Through Collaborations

The Festival of Bells is a cultural event that not only unites nine diverse community groups into delivering a program of music, but also brings together service organisations such as Vivability and businesses such as Country Coffee to forge stronger communities.

Vivability will have a concession stall for food and soft drinks at the Festival in Kings Parade through their social enterprise, Café Viva.

The nearby popular Country Coffee café under the guidance of new owner, Jane Issa is one of the favourite spots in Bathurst to meet and enjoy a quick bite to eat or have a cup of coffee or tea.

In a spirit of collaboration, a generous offer was made to Café Viva by Jane Issa, to use their coffee cart free of charge during the festival to raise funds for Vivability’s social enterprises.

Through businesses and community organisations working together, we build stronger, compassionate, and resilient communities.

The Festival of Bells is the start of Heritage Week in Bathurst as part of the region’s Autumn Colours program.

The Festival of Bells is an entirely free event, but you should register your attendance for the Last Post Ceremony on Friday 28th of April, and for the performances on Saturday 29th of April at www. bathurstregion.com.au/festival-of-bells.

FULL FESTIVAL OF BELLS PROGRAM ON PAGE 24

Electric vehicle charger for Rockley

An electric vehicle charging station has been installed in Rockley’s Stevens Park.

The charger has been funded by Bathurst Regional Council and the NSW Government.

Mayor of Bathurst Cr Robert Taylor said the charger adds to the suite of charging stations Council has installed in recent years.

“Council has installed six chargers at three sites, the National Motor Racing Museum, Bathurst Rail Museum and Courthouse Lane. Council also hosts seven fast charge stations at the BAthurst Visitor Information Centre, six Tesla chargers and one NRMA fast charger.”

“Investment in electric vehicle charging stations in regional areas helps attract new visitors to the local government area and we can link into the state government’s “EV Tourist

Drives’ initiative.

“We have seen the use of all the charging stations across the city steadily increase since their introduction,” Cr Taylor said.

Member for Bathurst Paul Toole said the charger is part of the NSW Government’s EV Tourist Drive program.

“Destination chargers are encouraging visitors to the region to stop at unique locations to recharge and explore,” Mr Toole said.

“Drivers can pull up, plug in and enjoy the gardens of Rockley, have lunch at Rockley pub and visit local shops and museums.”

Caption: Member for Bathurst Paul Toole and Mayor Cr Robert Taylor at the new EV charging station at Rockley

Bathurst Celebrate’s Local

It was a pleasure to chat with the very talented Vanessa Pringle from Vanessa Pringle Floral Designs as our next instalment of the Bathurst Regional Council’s Celebrate Local series.

@ the Art Gallery

Danelle Bergstrom: Afterglow

1 April - 11 June

Acclaimed Australian-Swedish painter Danelle Bergstrom works in landscape and portraiture as vessels to navigate human emotion. Afterglow is the artist’s first career survey and traces the interiorscapes of Bergstrom’s own life as they are reflected in the overtures and undertones of her subjects both in landscape and portrait.

Introduction to Landscape Watercolour Painting workshop Thursday 11 May at 6pm

Learn the basics of landscape watercolour painting in a 2-hour mentored session by Contemporary Impressionist Kasey Sealy.

Surrounded by landscape paintings in the gallery as part of our current exhibition, Danelle Bergstorm: Afterglow, be inspired and create your own painting across this session.

$30 BRAG members, $35 non-members, all materials supplied, all abilities, bookings essential.

Village Meetings

Council will be holding its next round of meetings with residents in rural areas during May and June.

Each meeting will be held at the following locations:

Perthville, Community Hall – 9 May at 6.00pm

Trunkey Creek, Community Hall – 22 May at 6.00pm

Vanessa Pringle Floral Design's award-winning team goes beyond just creating beautiful floral arrangements. Their role as business leaders is evident through their continuous support of local charities, innovative approaches to their industry, and fostering a collaborative team environment that keeps them ahead of the curve. With a relentless pursuit of excellence, owner Vanessa Pringle and her team have earned widespread recognition from both industry experts and local business awards, showcasing their consistent ability to achieve greatness.

When did Vanessa Pringle Floral Designs begin and what was the reason behind its inception?

In July 2012, I saw an opening in the market for a retail store in Bathurst and it seemed like the right time in my life to open a florist shop after selling my old shop in Sydney in 2005.

What has been the biggest win over the last few years?

Buying my building in 2019 and completely renovating it into the beautiful space it is now, and being named Bathurst Business of the year in 2019!

What has been the biggest challenge over the last few years?

Like many businesses, Covid was a challenge, we have also found it hard to find hard working team members that are the right fit for our close knit team.

What was the best business advise you’ve ever been given?

The harder you work, the luckier you get

What’s your favourite thing about Bathurst?

The people and the community feel, it is really an amazing town.

Final thoughts…

Without the continuing community support we would not be able do what we love. We thank all of our customers and supporters and want let them know how much we appreciate them.

For all your floral needs, pop in to see the Vanessa and the team at Vanessa Pringle Floral Designs at 166 William Street, Bathurst or call 6331 1030!

A Bathurst Regional Council / Bathurst Business Hub initiative

In partnership with Central West Village Voice, we want to celebrate the stories and successes of our local Bathurst Region businesses. From our local retailers and foodies through to our industrial and construction firms, we are looking to celebrate the wide variety of businesses that make up our strong, diverse economy.

Sunny Corner, Community Hall – 29 May at 6.00pm

Wattle Flat, Recreation Hall – 30 May at 6.00pm Hill End, ‘Hosies’, 23 Clarke Street – 13 June at 5.00pm

Heritage Assistance Grants

Applications are now invited for small grants, under Section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993, for Council’s Heritage Assistance Funds. Applications must be made on Council’s application form which is available on YourSay Bathurst. Applications close on 9 June.

Heritage Interpretation Workshop

Community members may be interested in memorialising local histories but may be unaware of how or what resources and support may be available from Council.

Council is holding a free Heritage Interpretation Workshop which aims to inspire community members to interpret the history of Bathurst in ways that show innovation and creativity.

WHEN: Tuesday 9 May 2023

WHERE: Central Tablelands Collections Facility, 20 Leena Street Bathurst

Arrival and light lunch at 12.30pm for a start at 1pm. Workshop closes at 3pm. Option for a tour at the Collections Facility afterwards.

RSVP's are essential - please contact Council's Senior Heritage Planner, Tamsin McIntosh on 6333 6272, or email council@bathurst. nsw.gov.au. Please provide your name and contact number.

Community Safety Plan

Bathurst Regional Council has developed a draft Community Safety Plan 2023 - 2028.

Community safety is essential to the overall wellbeing of residents and visitors to the Bathurst LGA.

The draft Community Safety Plan will be on public exhibition from Monday 24 April - 4pm Monday 22 May 2023 online through YourSay Bathurst. Printed copies will be located at Council's Civic Centre and Bathurst Library.

For more information visit https://www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/ communitysafety

for playground equipment in Bathurst

√ $954,250 for construction of Bathurst Rail Museum

√ $650,000 for replacing footpaths in Bathurst

√ $300,000 for upgrades to the Civic Ballroom at Lithgow for use as an evacuation centre

√ $205,000 for upgrades to Machattie Park

√ $54 million for the CSU Medical School

BATHURST HERITAGE TRADES TRAIL

From the small miners cottages to the grand civic buildings, it’s easy to imagine what Bathurst was like back in the early 19th century as Australia’s first inland settlement.

Last weekend, I had a great time celebrating this history at the Bathurst Heritage Trades Trail!

The two-day fair featured more than 100 artisans, and was a wonderful opportunity to step back in time and

TRUNKEY CREEK ANZAC DAY SERVICE

Thank you to everyone who attended an ANZAC Day service or paused to remember and reflect in their own way on the enormous sacrifice that our servicemen and women have made for our country through the generations.

The men and women who’ve served Australia never asked for much in return. One thing they did ask is that we remember them. That sacred duty of remembrance is the responsibility of all Australians. It currently rests with us, and we will, in turn, pass it to future generations.

From Gallipoli and the Western Front to Tobruk, Kokoda, Kapyong in Korea, Long Tan, Timor, Iraq and Afghanistan, and countless other places, Australians have served our nation in uniform with pride and distinction.

While I couldn’t be at all of our local services, this year I attended the dawn service at Bathurst, and then services at Wallerawang, Lithgow and Orange.

Our sincere appreciation to all RSL Sub Branches, veterans’ organisations and community groups who organised services of remembrance. It is vitally important to our local communities and country, and we really appreciate the effort and that made ANZAC Day 2023 such a special one across the Central West.

discover the techniques, creativity, and traditions of yesteryear that helped build the Bathurst we know today.

I caught up with David Turek and his daughter Amelia. David built the new Bathurst Showground doors. The original doors had been there since 1879, and David believes his new doors will be good for at least another 150 years!

Thank you to the organisers for putting on this wonderful event!

EUGOWRA WAR MEMORIAL RE-DEDICATION

Onthe 14th of November 2022 almost every home in Eugowra was destroyed or damaged when a massive wall of water hit this close-knit community.

Eugowra’s War Memorial, dedicated in 1931, is usually a place of peace, tranquility and quiet reflection. Not that day.

Almost totally submerged in water, the gardens and pathways were washed away, fencing and gates were damaged, it had lost paint, but through it all, like the men and women in uniform it honours, the memorial had stood strong.

In the days that followed the tragedy, plans were made to restore the memorial. Eugowra Progress Association, and Orange RSL Sub Branch (Chris Colvin and Brad Bliss were in Eugowra as soon as they heard help was needed) and many organisations and community groups

contributed to this vitally important project for Eugowra. Thank you to all of you.

Last Saturday the memorial was re-dedicated with Rev Gary Neville consecrating the memorial in a beautiful service that included Waltzing Matilda. In the lead up to ANZAC Day 2023 this was the communities of our region coming together with Eugowra to fulfill our duty of remembrance to those who’ve served and sacrificed for our country.

For the heroic town of Eugowra that has been through so much, it was also another significant milestone in its story of rebuilding and reconstruction. Our Region will never forget those who have lost their lives in the service of Australia or those who were tragically lost on that devastating day in 2022. Lest We Forget.

Andrew with David and Amelia Turek

Andrew with David Morris, Saddle Maker, from Bathurst and Margy Withers from Wattle Flat, maker of Mohair girths and cinches.

Andrew with the Orange RSL sub-branch President Chris Colvin, local Eugowra resident Tim Cheney and President of the Eugowra Progress Association Sean Haynes

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HERITAGE MACHINERY RALLY

Last weekend, from Friday to Sunday, the 18th National Heritage Machinery Association Rally was held in Mudgee.

Hosted by Cudgegong Valley Antique Machinery Club and AREC (Australian Rural Education Centre) it drew exhibitors and machines from all over Australia.

From beautifully restored tractors, RFS vehicles, farm machinery and cars, to typewriters, cameras and phones of yesteryear, the rally was a sight to behold. These were the machines that built Australia.

The Grand Parade, which was held every day of the rally, was definitely one of the many highlights! There was even a Yowie sighting in a 1943 RFS truck - although as is often the case with Yowies, I wasn’t quick enough with the camera for a photo!

RUNS ON THE BOARD FOR BATHURST AND LITHGOW

√ $14 million for highway upgrades between Lithgow, Bathurst and Orange

√ $181,818 for Bathurst’s War Memorial Carillon

√ $11.4 million for expanding and supporting aged care facilities in Lithgow

√ $398,500 for crisis accommodation in Bathurst

√ $1.2 million for CCTV in Bathurst and Calare communities

√ $200,000 for new synthetic courts at Wattle Flat Recreation Ground

THANKYOU EVERYONE!

The response to our Hill End Hay Drive has been incredible.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has donated hay or money.

As a result of this extraordinary community effort, we now have enough hay and feed to get our bushfire-hit farmers through.

Hay that has already been pledged will still be needed, but we won’t need any

further supplies.

It says a lot about our region that when the chips are down, our generous community members step up to help get each other through.

Special thanks to Pyramul farmer Penny Hundy for a huge co-ordination effort in the Hill End area, as well as Lion Anne Jones (Geurie Lions) and our local Lions Clubs for their invaluable assistance and disaster relief expertise.

GRANTS GRANTS GRANTS!

There’s some fantastic grant opportunities currently open which are waiting for an application from your community group or organisation! Have a look at the grants below, or jump online and visit business.gov.au/grants-and-programs to check out the full list. You never know if you don’t apply! Don’t hesitate to contact my office at andrew.gee.mp@aph. gov.au for more information or for help with your application.

• Round 17 of the Strengthening Rural Communities Small and Vital Grant program is open. Grants up to $10,000 are available for a great range of grassroots, communityled initiatives which aim to bring people and community organisations together. Applications close 31 May 2023.

• The Strengthening Rural Communities Prepare and Recover Grant Program is also open. Funding of up to $25,000 is available to support communities in regional, rural and remote areas to implement initiatives that prevent and prepare communities for future climate events or recover from certain existing natural disasters. Applications close 31 May 2023.

• The Qantas Regional Grants Program will provide funding in 2023 to support Australian-based individuals, organisations of any size and not-for-profit community groups seeking financial support to provide a direct benefit to regional Australia. For 2023, this Program has allocated $2 million, with grants including flights, cash and marketing support. Applications close 10 May 2023.

• The In A Good Place grant program provides regional communities with the opportunity to access up to $20,000 for a broad range of community-driven projects, services, activities or initiatives, which clearly focus on reducing social isolation, strengthening mental health, and increasing social participation. Expression of interest submissions close 17 May 2023 and applications close 7 June 2023.

• The ABC Heywire Youth Innovation grant program provides up to $10,000 in financial assistance to communitybased projects led by regional youth that aim to address issues identified at the annual Heywire Regional Youth Summit, including Mental Health and the cost of living.

√ $480,000 for Wallerawang Community & Sports Club

√ $19.75 million in federal funding for bushfire recovery projects in Lithgow and Calare communities

√ More than $1.6 million for supporting childcare centres in Calare, including Bathurst Family Day Care

√ $925,000 for the Bathurst Animal Rehoming Centre

√ $60 million for drought and COVID-19 recovery to our local councils for local projects

√ Record Australian Government funding for hospitals, schools, childcare and the NDIS

√ $125,000 for canteen facilities at Bathurst Sportsground

√ New headspace service for Lithgow

√ 47 mobile phone towers and base stations for Calare

Andrew with Bruce McGregor

Farmland in the Hill End region decimated by the March 2023 bushfires

ATTRACTING NEW BUSINESSES AND RESIDENTS TO THE LITHGOW REGION

The Lithgow Business & Lifestyle Expo being held on 6 & 7 May at The Foundations Portland is the first large-scale drawcard to be held in the Lithgow Seven Valleys region to attract new small businesses and new residents to the area.

The Expo is hosting a large-number of local businesses and lifestyle groups including charities, sporting clubs and cultural groups to help showcase what the Lithgow Region has to offer to potential new residents and businesses from Greater Sydney and Regional NSW who may be thinking of a tree change.

The Expo will feature two days of -

• Baby Moos for the kids

• Local community groups

• Live Music

• Local artists on exhibit at The Annexe

• Lifestyle & health services in the region

• Speciality retail shops from the Lithgow region

• Work and training opportunities with local employers

There will be Food and drinks available at the site over the two day period

This is the largest business and lifestyle event to be held in the Lithgow region.

The Business and Lifestyle Expo involves an extensive media campaign promoting the Lithgow Region in Greater Sydney and

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Regional NSW. The live.work.play campaign, designed to attract new residents and businesses into our region was launched on the 22 March through a Sydney metro train campaign. This was followed by a Sydney metro and Regional NSW bus campaign on 3 April and the Nine Now Streaming TV, TV commercial campaign with banner ads on nine.com.au which started on 10 April. The campaign will finally be followed by the Greater Sydney Smooth FM radio campaign running for 10 days from 28 April until 7 May.

The campaign is driving potential new residents and visitors to the new Chamber website called - escapetothehighcountry.au which is part of the longer term live. work. play. campaign. The new website will remain separate to the Chamber website and will be directed to people considering a tree change.

Vice-President of the Chamber Steve Ring said “The Lithgow Seven Valleys region has for a long time needed a campaign and a drawcard to attract new residents to the region. As the young miners and families have been leaving the region over the years, we’ve needed new blood to come into the region to ensure that the region continues to grow and to diversify its economic base. Bathurst has been running a new residents campaign for over 10 years now so it’s great that we can finally throw in our hats and attract new residents to our region as well.”

SET THE RIGHT PRICE FOR SELLING YOUR HOME?

“The benefits of the Lithgow Seven Valleys region are: its proximity to the Sydney CBD; its housing affordability; its natural beauty; its proximity to the new Western Sydney Airport and its lifestyle activities. All of which we’re promoting through the live. work. play. campaign and the new website,” he said.

The Chamber is encouraging the entire community from the Lithgow LGA region to get behind the Expo and to bring their family and friends from across NSW and Greater Sydney to visit the region during the weekend of 6 & 7 May. The Chamber is sure everyone attending will discover something new about the region at the Expo that they didn’t know about before.

Event details

Lithgow Region Business & Lifestyle Expo 2023

The Foundations Portland

6-7 May, 2023

Sat & Sun – 10am – 4pm

The Lithgow Regional Business and Lifestyle Expo 2023 is part of the Revive Regional Business in Lithgow project that has been funded under the Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Fund, co-funded by the Australian and NSW Governments.

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We use relevant comparative sales from close surrounding properties to decide a price range that will give you the best result in the appropriate time frame. 2

We then give you a best case scenario and a worst case scenario, then work with you to set a price that achieves your desired result.

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We communicate with you constantly throughout the sales process to ensure we have a price that accurately reflects current market conditions

Over our last 50 sales, our vendors have achieved a sales price within 5% of the estimated price.

We pride ourselves on ensuring the best result for a vendor and this can only be done when we have your confidence in the process.

The Sims Metal WASTE 2 ART 2023 EXHIBITION AND COMPETITION

The Year of Textiles and Fast Fashion

WASTE 2 ART is a community art exhibition and competition open to all residents of the Lithgow local government area and much of the Central West. It showcases creative works made from reused waste materials. The aim is to challenge peoples’ perceptions about ‘rubbish’ and to celebrate the reuse and recycling of waste through arts and crafts.

Waste 2 Art provides an innovative approach to waste education, invites individuals, schools and community groups to take up the challenge and create a new life for materials that would otherwise have been thrown away or considered useless. Over the years, many materials have been used, items like soft plastics, tin cans, bottle tops, plastic bags, parts from rusty farm machinery, scrap metal, bread tags, the options are limitless. Instead of ending up in landfill these waste materials can be turned into fantastic works of art.

The competition is open to all ages and free for anyone in the Lithgow LGA to enter as an individual or group project. You can find out more about the program and download your entry form today from Council’s website: https://council.lithgow.com/ waste-2-art-2023/

The competition will include categories to challenge and stimulate the imagination.

Competition Categories:

Primary School

2 Dimensional

3 Dimensional

Functional – furniture, craftworks & wearable items from recycled materials

Secondary School

2 Dimensional

3 Dimensional

Functional – furniture, craftworks & wearable items made from recycled materials

Mayoral Message

I was extremely proud to see our communities come together to commemorate Anzac Day. The turnout at the City’s many Anzac Day Services was tremendous. The respect and recognition shown for those who served our country is always moving.

On behalf of our communities, I would like to extend my thanks to the various RSL sub branches and others who held events. The amount of work and organisation that goes into these events each year doesn’t go unrecognised.

Council endorses the commencement of a kerbside organics (FOGO) service with an expected commencement time of February/March 2024. Initially, the new service will be funded from a $10 increase in the domestic waste charge and the introduction of a $50 per tonne commercial ‘waste levy’. If the Special Rate Variation is not approved in full, the domestic waste charge will be increased by $50.

Council has delivered an emerging economy plan for the Lithgow LGA (LEEP). Council is seeking broad community input to the LEEP which will be exhibited for 42 days. A brief discussion paper and summary document will be available shortly.

Council has endorsed support for a constitutionally enshrined Voice to Parliament. The Council believes that the establishment of a Voice to Parliament is a necessary step towards achieving meaningful reconciliation and addressing the ongoing issues faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Community

2 Dimensional

3 Dimensional

Functional – furniture, craftworks & wearable items made from recycled materials

Open

2 Dimensional

3 Dimensional

Functional – furniture, craftworks & wearable items made from recycled materials

Creative Repair, Restore and Refurbish

Be Creative

Annual Waste Theme 2023 – Textiles and Fast Fashion

This competition gives aspiring and professional artists the chance to explore and share their “waste reduction message”. It also provides a wonderful opportunity for the entire Lithgow LGA community to showcase their creativity.

A specific waste item is featured as part of the Waste 2 Art each round in an attempt to highlight problem issues, and this year is the Year of Textiles and Fast Fashion.

If you have any questions please contact Community and Cultural Development Coordinator Kylie Blakemore on 6354 9960

REGIONAL COMPETITION & EXHIBITION

Blayney Council will host a Regional Competition from 22nd July to 19th August 2023. Winning artworks from our local exhibition will be transported to the Regional Competition.

Have your say

The Draft Operational Plan is a high-level plan that identifies the projects, community programs and services Council will be undertaking in the 2023/24 financial year.

The Draft Operational Plan and Fees & Charges will be on exhibition until Wednesday, 24 May Anyone wishing to make a submission may do so:

• By completing the feedback form on council’s website www.ourplaceourfuture.lithgow.com/ ipr/

• In writing quoting internal reference no. IPR22-26:

• Via email ipr@lithgow.nsw.gov.au

• Lithgow City Council, PO Box 19, Lithgow 2790.

Citizenship Ceremony

The next citizenship ceremony will be held at Eskbank House Museum on 2 May 2023. Mayor, Councillor Maree Statham will be welcoming twelve new citizens to Australia and the Lithgow Local Government Area as they complete their final stage in becoming an Australian Citizen.

Customer Service Temporary Closure

Our Customer Service counter will be closed for faceto-face services on Friday 28th April 2023 while our Automatic Doors are being installed. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Phone payments and enquiries are still able to be made by contacting our Customer Service team on 0263549999.

• Senior Finance Officer - Accounting closes 12 May

• Governance and Risk Manager closes 12 May

• Casual Learn to swim instructors closes 5 May

• Casual Lifeguard closes 5 May

Applications must be received by the advertised close date.

For further information on any of these positions and to apply, go to the Council’s website.

Scan here for more information or to download the entry form

Successful Launch for new Lithgow Women's Networking Group

Fifteen women gathered at the Annexe in Portland last week to launch a new chapter of the Women’s Networking Group, Women with Altitude.

The network was launched by Andrea Turner-Boys over 20 years ago, and she was on hand on the night to share her story with the group, which included women from all across the Lithgow Region.

The chapter has been initiated by Kellie Evans, co-owner of this publication, as a platform for women to connect and discuss everything from business to life.

“For me, having been a part of a Bathurst Chapter since it began, seeing something like this setup for local women was a priority, and by working with the team from Women with Altitude, we were able to get established and launch the chapter very quickly,” said Kellie.

The next meeting will take place on the 16 May at The Annexe in Portland before moving to other locations to ensure the event is accessible to all women in the region.

“We have started in POrtland at The Annexe as it is a space we have available, and we look forward to moving to other locations in coming months,” said Kellie.

For more information and to get involved contact Kellie on 0429 001 918

Portland Central News

12A Wolgan St, Portland NSW 2847 Phone: (02) 6355 5233

FROM THE PRINCIPAL: ANZAC Day 2023

It was wonderful to be joined by so many students today at our Community ANZAC Day March proudly representing Portland Central. This commemorative service is such a special occasion to take time to reflect and remember the service, sacrifice and spirit of the many Australians who stepped up and fought for us all. We Will Remember Them. Lest We Forget.

PRIMARY: Lego Donation

K-6 are super excited to have received a huge box of awesome LEGO for free! This is thanks to Deadly Science, who aim to provide resources that help students connect with the First People and provide meaningful opportunities for students to develop skills in STEM.

Bowenfels Family Fun Day

Lithgow Youth Council participated in a very successful Bowenfels Family Fun Day on Wednesday 12 April, organised by Lithgow Information and Neighbourhood Centre, and proudly supported by the Lithgow Cares Committee, Lithgow City Council and a wide variety of local organisations.

Bowenfels Family Fun Day is an annual free family event for all in our community, to connect with local service providers and to enjoy music, reptile petting zoo, hoola hooping, jumping castles, craft, games and more!

Youth Council’s presence was very well received, with the “YOUTH JAM SPACE” sponsored by The Seven Valleys Lithgow Live and Local, bringing Christian Broome’s music to stage.

Emily Brown held an information and craft table while Ollyvar Baker made use of his PR skills to promote Youth Council’s next projects. The event aimed to recreate what young people enjoy doing when they get together: talk to friends, play music, make crafts and create together.

Lithgow’s Youth Council members enjoyed the experience and want to thank Lithgow Information and Neighbourhood Centre for giving them the opportunity to be part of a beautiful day gathering with the community.

If you want to hear more about Youth Council events and activities get in touch with Cristina Portilla, Community Development Officer at Lithgow City Council.

SECONDARY: Careers in Health Industry Day

The Careers in Health Industry Day was held at Notre Dame University and students heard from all the local allied health professionals and undertook a range of practical experiences including hygiene workshops, resuscitation, scientific investigations, taking blood pressure and swabs and other hands-on activities. They listened to a very impressive panel about their career paths into health, including international opportunities.

WHOLE OF SCHOOL: Jody Graham Art Project

It was such a unique opportunity to work with Artist in Residence Jody Graham at The Foundations during last term to create a whole-school artwork of body outlines as part of the Community Outlines Project.

Students proudly represented our school and produced and amazing piece at the end of the day. A huge thank you to Jody for engaging in this incredible experience.

Pictured Above: Carly Wright (mum) with her children Kye, Connor and Jett and the Lithgow Youth Council Team

Pictured Below: Emily Brown (Youth Council) Jackie Vogel (Service Co-ordinator communities and Kids, LINC):

Beehive kicks off for Term 2

Beehive registration for Term 2 is Tuesday, 2 May with classes commencing the following Tuesday, 9th.

Beehive is a great way for people who have recently moved to town to become part of the community and feel welcome. Beehive operates entirely by volunteers, including teachers.

Beehive is open to everyone of the surrounding Lithgow community and classes are friendly - and fun! Tuition fee for daytime classes is $30.00 and multiple classes can be taken on Tuesdays and/or other days of the week.

Meditation classes are proving to be most popular with lots of positive feedback from members.

Bridge is another popular class and learners to more advanced players will be made most welcome.

If you like to be more active and maybe improve your balance and mobility, Tai Chi is the class to join. Or maybe Gentle Yoga or both?

Are you are lover of Jazz? Consider joining the Jazz Piano Lessons.

Classes are varied so there will be something to suit everyone. Candlewicking, languages, art, card making, bush walks and spinning are only a small selection.

Details from 63513134 or call at 43 Bridge Street for a brochure with a list of all available classes.

Blue Green Algae Red Alert at Lake Lyell

Blue Green Algae has bloomed at Lake Lyell with a red alert issued by Energy Australia.

The latest results issued by Energy Australia have indicated that Blue Green Algae levels have risen at Lake Lyell. Consequently, a Red Alert has been put in place.

A Red Alert at Lake Lyell means that it is currently not suitable for any activities that involve direct contact with the water by humans or pets and livestock.

Weekly sampling of the Lake will continue and an updated alert status will be reported if the situation improves.

More information on algae alerts is available from the algal information line maintained by the NSW Office of Water, at 1800 999 457 or the Water NSW web page at www.waternsw.com.au.

2022 Land Valuations

The NSW Valuer-General will be issuing 2022 land valuation notices for the Lithgow Local Government Area from 26 April 2023.

There have been significant increases in land valuations since the previous local government valuation year of 2019.

The average land valuation increase (from 2019 to 2022) for each rating category / sub-category is:

• Residential - Lithgow +79.5%

• Residential - Portland + 112%

• Residential - Wallerawang +135.6%

• Residential - Other +56%

• Farmland - +71%

• Farmland - Intense +92%

• Business - Lithgow +27.2%

• Business - Portland +81%

• Business - Wallerawang +15.8%

• Business - Other +46%

Key points to note regarding land valuation changes are:

• Council does not receive any extra income when land valuations change. The total income that the Council can source from land rates is capped at the rate peg which is well below the rate of inflation.

• An increase in your land valuation does not necessarily mean that your rates will increase.

Generally, properties whose land valuation increase is lower than the average increase will see a reduction in rates. However, properties whose valuation increase is higher than the average for the rating category will see a rise in rates.

An example is for a Hassans Walls Road, Lithgow, property. The land value increased by 58% yet the land rates will not increase, even with 3.7% rate peg. Another example is a Cripps Avenue, Wallerwang property. In this case, the land value increased by 138% and the land rates increased by just 3.77% (close to the rate peg).

Enquiries or objections to 2022 land valuations need to be lodged directly with the Valuer General of NSW’s Office. Lithgow Council’s Revenue Team can assist with rating enquiries.

A fact sheet on 2022 land valuations and a Frequently Asked Questions sheet are available on Council’s website here – https://council.lithgow.com/financerates/rates/

Council’s website also has a rates calculator for ratepayers to obtain an estimate of 2023/24 rates (both 3.7% rate peg and the proposed Special Rate Variation increase).

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• The impact of the 2022 land valuations on your rates depends on how an individual land valuation changes when compared with the average valuation across a rating category (e.g. residential, farmland, business).

The Bay Tree Nursery

Upcycle your Fast Fashion into a Crazy Patchwork Cushion

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VIEW Club

VIEW Club had another wonderful luncheon today.

Our Guest speaker was Sue Murdoch who spoke about dealing with Autism and many other disorders that come under this umbrella. Sue provides community based support for these families - it’s called Nanna’s Touch Community Connections Lithgow. We all found this very interesting.

Sue runs this on her own as there is no support or medical assistance in Lithgow to help these people. It could take many years for these families to get the support they desperately need.

While we were waiting for lunch we played a game of Hoy, which was enjoyed by all. There were two winners: Faye Roberts and Debbie Berman.

69 members attended today’s luncheon; 3 guests and one new member - Doreen Hennesy.

Lynn Mickklesson received her new member pack. We would like to welcome you both to Lithgow VIEW club.

We have 11 members having birthdays this month.

Our raffle winners were Lyn Nicholson, Wendy Dick, Debbie Bennett.

Our next Meeting is on the 10th May.

During the National Trust Heritage Festival in May 2023, Eskbank House Museum is hosting a Waste2Art Crazy Quilting two-part workshop where participants will create Shared Story squares by upcycling old Fast Fashion items.

Crazy quilting was a popular Victorian pastime, “… quilting bees were social occasions that allowed women to gather together and establish connections with each other as they connected their quilt pieces... ” (Beaman, Anita. 1991)

This two-part workshop is facilitated by multidisciplined contemporary artist Willowa Anna Carter and is aimed at family or close friend pairs, working together to transfer Shared Stories into crazy patchwork. Images and letters will be printed onto fabric as templates for hand stitched and embroidered squares. One square from each pair will be used to create cushions for Eskbank House Museum’s Mary’s Garden benches as a community project.

This workshop is inspired by the Nationally significant Sutton/Leake Quilt recently taken out of storage for display during National Trust Heritage Festival. The quilt was made by the women of the Leake family in Pennsylvania, USA in c.1893, and is a collection of squares appearing to be crafted by multiple individuals.

The Crazy Quilting Workshop will take place at Eskbank House Museum. The cost to participants is $25 per person.

Session 1 Tuesday 2 May 2023 at 9.30 am to 1.30pm, Session 2 Tuesday 9 May 2023 at 9.30 am to 1.30pm. Bookings are essential by emailing Eskbank House Museum at eskbank.house@lithgow.nsw.gov.au

For more information please see http://eskbank.lithgow.com/ https://council.lithgow.com/

Pictured: ‘parents dream catcher and me’ Willowa Anna Carter, standing in front of her artwork

When in the Central West, do as the Central Westerners do

Population growth in regional Australia is now outstripping capital cities. But city businesspeople wanting to escape to the high country will have to adapt to a Central Western way of doing things – and the time to plan is now.

On the weekend of 6th and 7th of May, TheFoundations, Portland, plays host to the Lithgow Business & Lifestyle Expo 2023, where potential immigrants from Sydney and other larger cities will sample a possible new life in the high country and maybe contemplate bringing their businesses with them. Not surprising really, with Australian capital cities becoming more and more expensive to live in. If the thought of a relaxing, affordable and scenic lifestyle tickles the fancy of some who feel stuck in the city, relocating a business to the Central West entails a wide range of options.

Regional communities allow for a relatively easy transition from city living – much more so than the other way round. Centres like Lithgow and its satellites (Portland, Wallerawang, Cullen Bullen, Lidsdale, Hartley and so on) are well-equipped with affordable housing, public transport and fast internet (things that some regional areas don’t always provide).

The campaign by the Lithgow District Chamber of Commerce, Escape to the High Country graphically illustrates the appeal of life in the Central Highlands, but there is also a business case for relocating from the big smoke.

Relocating a business to one of these areas can provide an opportunity to not only grow, but to live an affordable and healthy lifestyle. But before pulling the trigger, it’s critical for city business immigrants to understand what the Central West is offering.

Here are just some of the items on the reality-check list:

1. A sustainable business model

This applies to almost all businesses who are looking to set foot in a new region. Even if a business has been successful in a city market, it has to adapt to the pace, reach and size of a regional market. Working with a mentor or taking some training may help adjust the business model successfully.

2. Make the offering Regional-Australia-Relevant

If a business relies on plenty of foot traffic, it may be necessary to recognise the challenges of distance and work up some alternatives. These include an online store, a satellite office or stockists in other areas. The cultural

factor is equally important. For example, a business that wants to add business and lifestyle coaching to its portfolio may find some country clients less interested in trying it out, because it’s a relatively new concept to some regional markets. Research the marketplace first.

3. Be ready for long drives

This is not the case with all businesses obviously, like a static shop on Main Street. But for a lot of businesses, in order to gain critical mass, it could be necessary to have customers/ clients spread out over a larger chunk of the Central West. This will come as a surprise to some who are used to a big market in a small area like Sydney. Now, they have to adjust to a small market over a large area –say, Katoomba to Orange or even larger. Here is where a dependable online presence can add value.

4. Establish relationships

In regional Australia, word of mouth is the lifeblood of business promotion. Having a strong network connects a business to a wider audience, thus helping to draw in customers from the whole potential market reach. But building relationships takes time, especially at first. Successful city immigrant companies join local groups and network there (Rotary, Lions, rural fire brigade, chambers of commerce, CWA, local golf and bowls clubs) or attend local events. It’s also important to avoid the hard-sell, as you might in a city. It’s better to just give a brief introduction to the business and let others figure out the rest. This process takes time, which some city immigrant struggle with. The goal is to gain traction in the region and establishing relationships with locals.

5. Consider your business location very carefully

Discovering the competitive prices of regional commercial rent is a very welcome surprise. For those who have grown used to a home office environment, there may be merit in pricing out rental premises, which in turn might accommodate business expansion. Being visible can also help ease into a new location and even potentially expand personal and business networks. When researching a new space, be sure to check out the surrounding businesses. Does the general vibe of the area appeal? Do neighbouring businesses mesh well with the offering of your business? Many regional centres now have airports that are easily accessible, like Bathurst and Orange. This may be helpful when looking to tap into new customers or just to give easier access to a touch of city life from time to time.

Apprentices and Trainees

Congratulations to all apprentices and trainees who are now a part of the Lithgow City Council workforce.

Eight enthusiastic apprentices and trainees have joined Lithgow Council from a variety of backgrounds. Employing apprentices and trainees allows Council to invest in our youth by providing growth opportunities to build a career and develop skills and knowledge. Once the trainees and apprentices complete their training, they will be fully qualified and have rewarding careers ahead. Council wishes them every success in the future.

Mayor Maree Statham said “It was lovely to meet all our apprentices and trainees this week. It is fantastic to see young passionate people joining Lithgow City Council staff. We wish you all the best throughout your careers and can’t wait to see what you all achieve.”

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Pictured: Left to Right: Liam Jones - Trainee Treatment Plant Operator, Craig Butler - General Manager, Emma Reid – Records Trainee, Yendy Cao – Trainee Environmental Health Officer, Maree Statham – Mayor, Kyle Large – Apprentice Plumber and Logan Ward – Apprentice Plumber.

Absent: Kiran Gajula – Trainee Building &

Officer, Lilian Adamson – Trainee Building & Development Officer and James McManus – Apprentice Greenkeeper.

Welcome to the Portland Soundtrail

The Portland Soundtrail was commissioned by the Portland Business Association in 2022.

It is an immersive sound walk, that takes you deep into the history, the hearts and minds of the locals.

Covering the unique history of the “town that built Sydney”, there are surprising stories as you explore the laneways and spaces of this old industrial town.

Thank you for visiting Portland, please visit our website and leave your feedback about the Soundtrail.

How to experience the Portland Soundtrail

1) Download the Soundtrails App from the App Store then select and download the Portland Soundtrail in the App.

2) Make sure your phone is fully charged and use headphones for the best experience.

3) Start near the silos and follow the map, the Soundtrail will start automatically and will change as you move to different areas.

5) The walk takes approximately 1.5 hours, take your time and enjoy the surrounds.

CSU Still Winless After Two Rounds

In round two of the Woodbridge Cup CSU played their first home game hoping for a better result against Grenfell Goannas than the first-round 52-point loss to Oberon.

Seven minutes after the kickoff and with the ball on their own line, CSU’s Jack Hand, seeing the Grenfell fullback in the defensive line and open field behind the line, on the second tackle instinctively kicked the ball deep downfield that resulted in Dane Cross taking possession and scoring the first try.

With Blake Armstrong’s conversion the students led 6-0, and then moments after the kick restart a quick movement of the ball to their left side allowed centre Ash Magaya to outsprint the cover defence to the corner for another four points.

Showing the confidence of a side leading by 10 points CSU were riding high but let their guard down with some brittle defence to allow Grenfell’s skipper Dan Harveyson to score a converted try to reduce the leeway to four points.

Under pressure by the hard-running Goannas forwards loose CSU defence gave Kane Brooks the next try which he then duly converted to give his side a two-point lead.

Grenfell’s powerful forwards laid a foundation for a comeback and the Goannas scored another three tries in the first half, to Edwards, Pollard and Ashe to lead 28-10 at the break.

Soon after the resumption and attacking strongly on the opposition’s line CSU’s Ray Sargent sensed a defensive weakness

in front of him and opportunistically dived over between the posts to record his side’s third try.

The easy conversion by Armstrong reduced the differential to 12 points.

Grenfell never gave CSU the opportunity to get close within reach of their score, and Kane Brooks’ converted try kicked the score along to 34-16.

CSU, with tries to Monico and Magaya, further reduced the gap to eight points again, and with 20 minutes to go looked to improve their tally.

The students tightened up their defence but after 10 minutes of intense attack and defence Caleb Haddin for the Goannas scored another four points to extend his side’s lead to 40-26.

Then a CSU line dropout kicked into touch resulted in a try soon afterwards to Grenfell’s Harveyson, and then another to Wilson close to the finish ended CSU’s hopes for a win, Grenfelll taking the honours 50-26.

Tighter than last week, CSU’s defence was put under pressure by powerful running by Goanna’s forwards but eventually cracked.

Kane Brooks added 14 points to the winner’s scoreline with his accurate kicking and plenty of opportunities to convert seven tries, while CSU’s Armstrong was able to contribute only six points with his three conversions.

Thomas Jarick, Dane Cross and Ray Sargent performed

strongly for CSU, and Ash Magaya showing good speed played well in the centres.

Daniel Kennedy added strength to the pack when brought into the game, performing well in his first game for a couple of years.

The other Midwest men’s teams had mixed results. Oberon defeated Eugowra 30-0 and Orange United Warriors were beaten by Peak Hill 34-30.

After the first two rounds Oberon has a share of the competition lead with Manildra Rhinos and Condobolin.

In the match of the round on the last weekend of April Oberon take on premiers Rhinos at Manildra in a re-match of last year’s grand final, both teams having run up big scores against their opponents in the first two games.

In other round 3 games CSU play away to Eugowra and Orange United travel to Grenfell.

CSU leaguetag continued their good form from the previous week but lost their game only 8-4 to last year’s premiers Girlannas, with Grace Farmilo and Sam Hurst best for the students. In other round 2 leaguetag games Oberon defeated Eugowra 30-0, and Orange United were successful 30-20 over Peak Hill.

Story & Photos by John Fitzgerald

Pic 1: Grace Farmilo

Pic 2: Thomas Jarick

The Annexe, Portland, is now open every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 10am - 4pm

HERITAGE MATTERS

Triumphing Over Tall Bulky Buildings?

My friend Sally Daarhling Hart, our correspondent in Cirencester, once sent me this interesting article from Country Life magazine, titled … “Time should be called on the word Nimby”.

“(the) build, build, build policy appears aimed at levelling Britain’s broadly respected planning system to its foundations. (the columnist) is relieved to report that a development of high rise blocks in one of England’s outstanding cathedral cities has been checked. All around the Norwich site are streets and squares pleasantly developed with two, three and four bedroom houses…. Historic England commendably has commissioned an alternative scheme.”

It goes on … “(regional cathedral cities) Canterbury and Salisbury have tough policies on building heights, but in Winchester the town had to fight a battle against its own

Wraps, Salads, Soups & Treats

This month the International Monetary Fund (IMF) released its half yearly global economic outlook, entitling it “A Rocky Recovery”.

Against the backdrop of persistently high global inflation, three years of Covid, the war in Ukraine, and recent banking instability in the US and in Switzerland, the report sends a message of cautious optimism.

Local Artists, Makers and Producers work For Sale.

Art and Sculpture on Exhibition, Information about The Foundations Development

Slow down not a recession for most

Recent talk of global recession seems to be overstated. The IMF is projecting economic growth to slow from 3.4% in 2022 to 2.8% in 2023, and then to recover slightly to 3.0% in 2024.

Averages can be misleading, and the global experience will not be shared by every economy.

Advanced economies have a worse economic outlook than developing economies, especially in the Euro region. Both Germany and the UK are projected to experience recessions in 2023, while overall the Euro region is expected to grow at just 0.8% this year.

Globally, advanced economies are projected to grow in 2023 at just 1.2%, while developing economies will continue unabated with growth projected at 3.9%. Much of that

council which was supporting a car park and apartments rising as high as the roof of the cathedral just across the road.”

“Time should be called on the word Nimby. It has become a smear word. Opponents of such schemes are not selfish residents wanting to stop buildings at all costs, but a range of local people who care passionately about their cities. Our planning system should amplify, not suffocate, their voice. The city deserves a much better and more sensitive development.”

Oh oh, shades of our heritage city? Shades of our cathedrals and churches? In Bathurst the proposed six+ stories of medical centre and five stories of carpark slap bang in the middle of the Central Heritage Conservation Area bear disturbing similarities, also think Tremain’s Mill in Keppel Street (with its 200 car spaces shortfall), the Old TAFE Building precinct, and maybe Panthers.

It is true that the contemporary so-called developers will go with the cheapest architecture to build with no regards towards aesthetics let alone creativity. However, well designed streetscapes can make mediocre architecture look good, while the most lavishly decorated facade will not solve any of the underlying infrastructural shortcomings.

Thought of the week

must do better”

by a humble heritage advocate April 2023 - column # 274

Crump

Handle with Care

is being driven by the economic powerhouse of India.

The growth of the world’s largest economy, the US, is projected to slow down this year to 1.6%, a figure shared by Australia. But while growth of the US economy is projected to continue to slow down in 2024 to just 1.1%, Australia’s will stabilise at 1.7%.

Not an exact science

stemming inflation, taking care not to grind the economy to a halt or put undue pressure on the global banking system.

The main variable in all of

this

is inflation. If high inflation were to become entrenched in people’s expectations it would damage the functioning of the economy and be very costly to reduce, involving even higher interest rates and unemployment.

In April, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) left the cash rate unchanged, breaking the recent cycle of month-on-month increases. Interest-rate increases takes time to influence the economy, and with consumer sentiment already bleak, the RBA is observing things for a while. However, this is likely just a breather, with more tightening monetary policy likely to get the inflation back within 2 to 3% per annum.

A rocky recovery

The way forward is certainly rocky. Central banks must walk the tightrope of

Whether or not the world goes into recession, and whether Australia shares that experience, is neither here nor there really. Markets go up and markets go down. What’s important is that you are own quality longterm assets that provide a hedge against inflation, while balancing the need for shortterm money to live on.

At Daniel Crump Financial Planning we are independent financial advisers who apply a framework designed to optimise investment outcomes in retirement. To manage your short-term need for cash flow, as well as your long-term needs so that you don’t run out of money. If you would like to know more, give us a call.

This article is general and does not consider your personal circumstances so it may not be appropriate to you. If you would like independent advice specific to you, please give us a call.

Daniel Crump is the founder of Daniel Crump Financial Planning. This article is general and does not consider your personal circumstances. If you would like advice specific to you, give us a call on 0418 148 622

“We must wake up, we

Financial Planning Column by Daniel

Our pic is the Central Heritage Conservation Area of Bathurst CBD

Leo, Roving Reporter

Report from: Sydney

Story filed: Music Camp part 1 of 2

Hi folks, it's Leo here.

I hope you're having a good day, It's currently the best time of year for me, school holidays. Unfortunately this blissful peace and quiet is coming to end and I'll be going back to school in three more days. During the holidays or to be more precise the day after the holidays began, I woke up at five thirty to catch the six fifty train to Sydney for the Sydney Youth Orchestra music camp.

Normally their youth orchestra is made up of Sydney kids but for this camp they decided to include some regional kids. I was one of three kids from our area, not just the Bathurst area but the surrounding areas as well. The camp started on Tuesday but I decided to go down on the Saturday so I could catch up with family. For the whole duration of the stay in Sydney I stayed with one of my aunts in her flat in the inner city. It's a very pretty area where my aunt lives, especially all the 1920's fancy big apartments with their grand architecture and dark wood interiors.

There's also a lot of art deco architecture which I just love. On one of the days I decided to go for a walk to pick up some medicine from the local chemist, and to scout out a barbers which unfortunately I would never actually end up going to. I was on my way back from my running my errands and I was walking along the footpath not really looking where I was walking as my head was facing the right of me looking at an absurdly gorgeous art deco cinema/theater and as I was walking along I trod on a dead rat as big as your foot. I am not joking, the rat was huge and it was a recently deceased as some one had hit it with their car that very morning.

Before all that I met up with my godfather cousin and we spent the day together walking around Sydney and going places and going out to eat. My favourite part of that day was when we went out for lunch as we ended up at a Japanese ramen place, best ramen I've ever eaten - it was truly amazing. The following day I was equally excited as I was seeing another one of my cousins for the day,

We decided to go to the Sydney Royal Easter Show and his dad (my uncle also decided to come along which was even better) and my aunt came as well so it was truly a good outing. The Easter Show was nice and all but my cousin and I felt it was nothing too special, lest to say we were not very impressed. We did go on some rides once we did find any that were interesting, the roller-coaster and the ferris wheel were probably the best. The food was ok I was happy to eat it but it was just way over priced, we could get the same thing here in Bathurst at the Bathurst Show for cheaper.

At the end of the day we also went through the animal stalls and exhibitions on our way out and I have to say I've never seen such prestigious looking pigeons before. After the animals we headed off back home. Later that evening we went out to dinner to another ramen place. This too was very good ramen. After dinner we went on an evening walk around the neighbourhood and it was most enjoyable. Next column I'll be talking about the actual music camp itself - there's just so much to unpack so I'll see you then.

Leo Roving Reporter

LITHGOW VALLEY FILM SOCIETY

Sunday 30th April 2.00-pm ART Sunday

For Anzac Day, GALLIPOLI,

GALLIPOLI is a film by award -winning Turkish director , Tolga Omek, narrated by Jeremy Irons and Sam Neil. Australian military historian Brad Manera ,an expert on costumes and weapons, travelled to Turkey during the main shoot to check the historical accuracy of every detail in every scene. Produced over six years and in seven different countries. GALLIPOLI uses newly uncovered diaries, letters and photographs from both sides,interviews with international experts on location landscape, underwater and aerial photography, 3D computer animations and dramatic re-enactments of trenches and battles. More than seventy archives in the UK and Germany, France ,Russia Australia, Austria, New Zealand and Turkey were researched and more than sixteen international historians were consulted to make the film as historically rich and accurate as possible.

NEW RELEASE -2023 Paul Gallice story Mrs Harris goes to Paris.

In 1957 London, Mrs, Ada Harris , a widowed cleaning lady , becomes obsessed with one client’s haute couture Dior dress, which triggers longing for her to buy her own Dior dress. After unexpectedly receiving a war -widow’s pension, she travels to Paris to do so. She stumbles into a showing of Dior’s 10th anniversary collection and is befriended by Andre, the Dior accountant and Natasha, a Dior model. However, the Dior director, Claudine, resents Ada’s intrusion into the exclusive world of haute couture.

STARRING: LESLEY MANVILLE, ISABELLE HUPPERT, LAMBERT WILSON, ALBA BAPTISTA, LUCAS BRAVO, ELLEN THOMAS

16 Main Street, Lithgow

THINK SPRING –

THINK LEURA

LEURA GARDENS FESTIVAL 2023 SAVE THE DATE

We are delighted to announce that the 57th Leura Gardens Festival will be held for four days over the October long weekend from Friday 29 September to Monday 2 October.

The 2022 Festival saw a record number of visitors return to the upper Blue Mountains to enjoy many beautiful cool climate gardens and we are planning to make the 2023 Festival a wonderful celebration for all garden lovers.

On display will be a feast of new growth, masses of flowers, gorgeous bulbs and an amazing variety of cool-climate plants including azaleas, rhododendrons and peonies as well as magnificent deciduous trees which will just be coming into their full flowering glory.

All proceeds go to support the Blue Mountains District ANZAC Memorial Hospital and other local health-related organisations.

Festival details are available at www.leuragardensfestival.com.au or call 0431 095 279. You can also follow the Festival on Facebook and Instagram.

Type of sword

163. Female voices

164. Sicilian volcano 165. Tick over (of engine)

177. Clock bird

Washstand jug

Pulls

Oddity

S American ranges

Mark of disgrace

Assignation

School tables

Down Under native

See next page (1,1,1)

Le or La in French

Smooth (of transition)

Seizes (property)

18.

20.

22.

Insulting

Killed (VIP)

Versatility

Make fizzy

Gushing out 39. Leakages 40. Employs to excess

81.

132. Treatment lamp light 138. Ahead 139. Instinct (3,7) 143. Letter recipients 144. Approved 146. Crotchet or minim 149. Obsolete VCR format 155. Clarify 157. Prunes & weeds 159. Routinely (2,1,4) 161. Kitbag

165. Eats

169. Blow-up mattresses (3,4)

171. Purgative, ... oil

172. Wedding speeches

175. Put by (3,2)

174.

116. From Calcutta 118. Labour

119. Mum’s mum

121. Harass 122. Fibbing 124. Signing name 126. Azalea plant 129. Sound of walking 130. Attendance check (4,4) 131. Cutlet (4,4)

176. Loves foolishly, ... on 177. Obtain by begging

178. Bladders

181. Current units 184. Single combat 186. Irish group (1,1,1) 190. He, ... or it

Last week's solutions

11:00

Stuart Pearson

bells

Opening Address

Acknowledgement of Country

Welcome to distinguished guests

Jac Underwood Master of Ceremonies

Wendy Murphy Carillon Fanfare and Advance Australia Fair Arr. A. Tien

Jan Page OAM Announcer Sounding of the Bathurst and Village Bells

Wendy Murphy / Denise Garland Carillon

11:25 Dr Thomas Laue Composer - Carillon World Premiere of ‘Gently does it’ for Carillon and Swinging Bells

SHARP All Saints Cathedral Bellringers (Dr Thomas Laue)

11:35 Dr Thomas Laue Carillon

Something for Everyone

Suite 1 for unaccompanied Cello: Prelude (J. S. Bach, arr. A. Gerken)

Seashore Song (T. Nanta, arr. A. Tien)

Fantasia (S. Nees)

Scarborough Fair (traditional English ballad, arr. T. Laue)

Scènes d’Enfants: Jeunes Filles au Jardin

(Scenes from Childhood: Young Girls in the Garden by F. Mompou, arr. T. P. Laue)

11:55 Mitchell Conservatorium Concert Band Selections from Symphonic Wind Orchestras

12:15 Denise Garland Carillon Carillon Classics

Ode pour le Carillon (S. Joris)

The First Loss – Opus 6 No. 16 (R. Schumann, arr. L. Fuller)

Study in E for Guitar (F. Sor, arr. H. Robinson)

Soliloquy (F. Sor, arr. B. Buchanan)

Auphez de ma Blonde (French Folk Tune, arr. M. Myhre)

12:35 All Saints Cathedral Bellringers Touches of Doubles and Triples

12:55 CONnections Big Band Classic Jazz and Big Band Sounds

13:25 Wendy Murphy Carillon Soundscapes written for Australian Carillons

In Memoriam (T. Laue)

The Florist’s Deathbed (C. Scott)

Prelude from ‘Prelude and Fugue’ (A. Tien)

Mutitjulu, Sacred Waterhole from ‘Uluru Sketches’ (J. Knox)

A little Fantasy and Fugue (H. Harty)

13:45 Scots All Saints College Pipes and Drums Marching and Parade Drills with Highland Dancers Highland Dancing

14:10 Denise Garland – Carillon

Reflections of Popular Melodies from the 20th Century

The Sound of Music (R. Rodgers & O. Hammerstein, arr. D. Garland)

Sunrise, Sunset (J. Bock, arr. R. Lodine)

Yesterday Once More (R. Carpenter & J. Bettis, arr. A. Tien)

Theme from Happy Days (T. Pratt & J. McClain, arr. D. Garland)

If (D. Gates, arr. G. White)

I still call Australia home (P. Allen, arr. D. Garland)

14:35 All Saints Cathedral Bellringers Rounds and Call Changes

14:50 Bathurst City & RSL Concert Band

Symphonic Celebrations

A Symphonic Celebration (R. Sheldon)

Tempest Rising (D. Jones)

Music for a Jubilant Occasion (G. Butcher)

15:10 Wendy Murphy Carillon

A Touch of Nostalgia - Folk Songs

Variations on Moreton Bay (arr. J. Barrett)

Variations on Lord of the Dance (arr. L. Hewitt-Whipple)

El Vito (arr. S. Slade-Warner)

Fantasy on The Bells of St Clements (J. Gordon)

Londonderry Air (arr. S. Slade-Warner)

15:30 All Saints Cathedral Choir, MYV and VOX Raising Voices

Bathurst City & RSL Concert Band Morning Tide (arr. S. Leek)

Dry Your Tears Afrika (J. Williams, arr. P. Lavender)

15:40 Denise Garland / Wendy Murphy Carillon Carillon Duo – Classics to Contemporary

Palladio (K. Jenkins, arr. W. Murphy)

Invention (G. D’Hollander)

Reflecting on Thoughts (G. D’Hollander)

Star Wars – Main Theme (J. Williams, arr. A. Bowler)

Moonlight Serenade (M. Parish & G. Miller, arr. J. Brink)

In the Mood (J. Garland, arr. J. Brink)

16:05 All Saints Cathedral Bellringers Bob Doubles and Grandsire

16:15 Bathurst City & RSL Concert Band

With Carillon and Bells

16:25 All bells

16:30 CLOSE OF FESTIVAL

Tchaikovsky 1812 Overture (P. Tchaikovsky, arr. M. Williams)

FINALE