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MARCHEASTER & ANIMALSLocation: Rankin Cottage Crafts, 117 Rankin St Time: Tuesday to Saturday 10am - 4pm Cost: Free entry Contact: 0497 015 964 Facebook: facebook.com/rankincottagecraftsThe Easter bunny and other animals all handmade are on display and ready for your loved ones to take home and enjoy.

UNTIL MONDAY 5 APRIL BATHURST REGIONAL ART GALLERY EXHIBITIONSLocation: Bathurst Regional Art Gallery, 70 - 78 Keppel StTime: Tuesday to Friday 10am - 5pm; Saturday & Sunday 10am - 2pm. Closed MondaysCost: Free entryContact: 6333 6555Website: bathurstart.com.auJUST NOT AUSTRALIAN - Just Not Australian presents Australian practitioners at the forefront of national debate and practice. Drawing together 20 artists from diverse cultural backgrounds, their The Easter bunny and other animals all handmade are on display and ready for your loved ones to take home and enjoy. iffering ideas and perspectives on nationhood coexist within this timely thematic show. Showcasing the common sensibilities of satire, larrikinism and resistance so as to present a broad exploration of race, place and belonging, Just Not Australian interrogates what it means to be Australian at this challenging point in time.This exhibition was developed just prior to the official 250th anniversary celebrations for Captain Cook’s first voyage to Australia. This is an opportunity to engage critically with this moment in Australia’s colonial history and to examine the meaning of ‘arrival’ as a continuum within this country that has seen ongoing immigration historically and contemporaneously.Artists include Abdul Abdullah, Hoda Afshar, Tony Albert, Cigdem Aydemir, Liam Benson, Eric Bridgeman, Jon Campbell, Karla Dickens, Fiona Foley, Gordon Hookey, Richard Lewer, Archie Moore, Vincent Namatjira, Nell, Joan Ross, Tony Schwensen, Raquel Ormella, Ryan Presley, and artistic duo Soda Jerk.Just Not Australian was curated by Artspace and developed in partnership with Sydney Festival and Museums & Galleries of NSW. The exhibition is touring nationally with Museums & Galleries of NSW. This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through the Australia Council for the Arts, its arts funding and advisory body.REBECCA WILSON: MYTH-MAKING HEROES AND VILLAINSIn 2010, Forbes-born, Hill End-based artist and writer Rebecca Wilson embarked on comprehensive research and a creative journey to reveal the lesser-known stories of the Central West, with a particular focus on the remote town of Hill End. Her findings resulted in two powerful series, A Portrait of Landscape and Time in Hill End: Myth-Making, Heroes and Villains and Kate Kelly: Sister of an Outlaw, both of which encourage viewers to question who are the heroes and who are the villains in Australia’s recorded history.

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EXHIBITIONS continued....Wilson explained, “Mythology is one traditional educational tool of collected stories about culture, tradition, lessons to be learned, social guidelines to follow, heroes and villains, good and evil, and these myths demonstrate our human capacity to build belief systems, perceptions and histories which may or may not be true.” A Portrait of Landscape and Time in Hill End: Myth-Making, Heroes and Villains was first exhibited at Leichhardt Library, Sydney, in 2018 and then travelled to Grenfell Art Gallery and Gang Gang Gallery in Lithgow in 2019. The series covers early settlement, including the 1824 Bathurst War, women and racism on the Goldfields, Chinese bushranger Sammy Poo and the legacies of artists Jean Bellette and Donald Friend, and is interwoven with biographical content such as marrying a fifth-generation local of Wiradyuri heritage and confronting mortality during a life-threatening illness. Wilson's Kate Kelly: Sister of an Outlaw, charts the life of the sister of infamous bushranger Edward (Ned) Kelly. During her research, Wilson discovered that her family had employed Kate Kelly as a domestic servant at Cadow Station, located outside Forbes, NSW. Bathurst Regional Art Gallery is delighted to present the majority of A Portrait of Landscape and Time in Hill End: Myth-Making, Heroes and Villains and several paintings from Kate Kelly: Sister of an Outlaw. Both series, accompanied by illustrated catalogues, investigate the accuracy of the portrayal historical events while delving into the human condition. A BRAG exhibition.CASEY CHEN: LAZY DYNAMITEEmerging Sydney-based ceramic artist Casey Chen’s practice references historical illustrations from an eclectic mix of folklore, mythology and pop culture.For the National Art School 2020 Grad Show, Chen drew upon imagery and motifs from the archetypal tales of the four great classic novels of Chinese literature: Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Journey to the West, Water Margin and Dream of the Red Chamber. His resulting works are both a self-exploration and an homage to the rich and enduring history of Chinese porcelain craft and Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock prints.

Blending childhood nostalgia with long-standing East Asian ceramic traditions, Chen applies his imagery to hand-thrown plates and vases, which are then fused with geometric patterns from traditional sources. The result is a cultural pastiche, and a dynamic conversation between traditional craft and contemporary perspective. The exhibition title Lazy Dynamite refers to the fickle nature of ceramics and the process between the periods of feverish making and the slow times in between. Chen graduated from the National Art School in Sydney last December with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree majoring in ceramics, and was the recipient of the annual Harvey Galleries National Art School Exhibition award. A BRAG Foyer Exhibition.

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UNTIL 13 MARCHHORSE AND HOUND ART EXHIBITIONLocation: Bathurst Tack Box, 1/94b Bentinck St Time: Mon 9am - 5pm; Wed 9am - 4pm; Thurs 9am - 8pm; Fri 9am - 5pm; Sat 10am - 3pm; Closed Tuesday & SundayCost: FreeContact: 6332 5153Website: bathursttackbox.comBathurst Tack Box Members are holding their inaugural art show in February/March 2021. The theme is Horse and Hound. The shop will transform into a gallery. Each Artist may submit two works in photography, painting, sketch, print or sculpture and all works are for sale. This event is supported by Arts Out West.

TUESDAY 2 MARCHBATHURST HISTORY TALK PRESENT BY ROBYN HARDINALocation: Bathurst Library, 70-78 Keppel St Time: 6pmCost: Free - Booking essentialContact: 6333 6281 Website: bathurst.nsw.gov.au/home.htmlJoin Robyn Hardina as she discusses the role her fifth great uncle, John Rowley, played in exploring routes to Bathurst and the Central West. Hear about John, the expedition route and reasons why he is not remembered for his explorations in this free history talk. Robyn Hardina is author of A Gentleman of the Rum Corps: The biography of Captain Thomas Rowley and his descendants.

MONDAY 1, WEDNESDAY 3, 10, MONDAY 15, WEDNESDAY 17, FRIDAY 19, MONDAY 22, WEDNESDAY 24, SATURDAY 27 & WEDNESDAY 31 MARCH BATHURST HARNESS RACING Location: Group 1 Feeds Bathurst Paceway, 169 College RdTime: Check website for timesCost: Adult $10; Pensioner $5; Under 16 freeContact: 6333 5000Website: bathurstharnessracing.com.au Proposed 8 race program. Public bar, tote and bookmakers. Restaurant and takeaway meals available. Race book competitions including pick six jackpot and hotel dinner voucher.

FRIDAY 5 & SATURDAY 6 MARCH MUSICIANS IN THE PARKLocation: Kings ParadeTime: 12pm - 2pm Cost: FreeCouncil, with the support of the NSW Government’s Festival of Place – Summer Fund, will bring musicians to perform in the centre of the city. A series of performances will occur in Kings Parade continuing through April consisting of lunch and evening performances over Fridays and Saturdays. No bookings necessary however we request that all attendees sign in using the QR code that will be available at the event.

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SATURDAY 6 MARCHBATHURST RIVERSIDE MARKETSLocation: Berry Park, Lions Club Drive, Kelso Time: 8am - 1pm; 1st Sunday of the month Cost: Free entry Contact: 6337 1203 Website: macquariebathurst.nsw.lions.org.auCome and explore the stalls under the trees beside the Macquarie River, with a kids’ playground and Lions Club BBQ offering drinks and hot food. A wide range of interesting stalls will be on hand.

SATURDAY 6 MARCH REBECCA WILSON IN CONVERSATIONLocation: Bathurst Regional Art Gallery, 70 - 78 Keppel StTime: 11amCost: FreeContact: 6333 6555Website: bathurstart.com.auJoin artist and author Rebecca Wilson in a Q&A with Sarah Gurich, Bathurst Regional Art Gallery Director, as they talk about Rebecca’s artworks in Myth-Making, Heroes and Villains and her recently published book Kate Kelly: The True Story of Ned Kelly’s Little Sister.

SATURDAY 6 MARCHYOU GOT IT! A SALUTE TO ROY ORBISON STARRING JOHN STEPHANLocation: Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William stTime: 8pmCost: $49.90/$59.90Contact: 6333 6161Website: bmec.com.auThis is the only show of it’s kind in the world and is officially endorsed and presented by Roy Orbison’s eldest son Wesley Orbison. Featuring spoken word from Wesley with a very personal narrative of Roy’s intriguing yet tragic life.

SATURDAY 6 - SUNDAY 7 MARCHAUTOFEST - PERFORMANCE CAR FESTIVALSLocation: Mount Panorama Time: 9am - 5.30pm Cost: Day rate: Adult $40; Family $80; 11yrs - 16yrs $20; Under 11yrs free with paying adult Two Day Rate: Adult $70; Family $140; 11yrs - 16yrs $30; Under 11yrs free with paying adult Website: autofest.com.au/bathurst/event-home/Returns to the mighty Mount Panorama! This performance car festival includes all the high octane action such as Autokana, Grab a Flag, Show n' Shine, Go To Whoa, Super Sprints and the almighty Burnout Shootout.

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SATURDAY 6 & SUNDAY 7 MARCHBATHURST ARMS FAIRLocation: Bathurst ShowgroundTime: 6th: 9am - 4.30pm; 7th: 9am - 3.30pmCost: Adult $15; Family (2A+2C under 16yrs) $22Contact: 4938 5849Website: bathurstarmsfair.com.auANTIQUES - Antique longarms and pistols from all over the world. Vintage sporting and military, edged weapons, bayonets, knives and collectables.MODERN SPORTING - Modern sporting and target rifles. Field & trap shotguns, target handguns, reloading equipment, scopes, gun cases cleaning gear. Obsolete bolt action military rifles.MILITARIA - Militaria collectables including medals, badges, helmets, belts uniforms and accoutrements. Books, artwork, trench art , toys and ephemera.

SATURDAY 6 & SUNDAY 7 MARCHBATHURST ARTS TRAILLocation: VariousTime: 10am - 4pm Cost: Free entry Contact: 0400 130 792 Website: bathurstartstrail.comPainters, potters, glass artists, sculptors and printmakers showcase their talents in town and country studios and galleries. Maps and brochures with opening hours and venues are available from the Visitor Information Centre. Golden Bali flags indicate an artist nearby.

SATURDAY 6, 13, 20 & 27 MARCHBATHURST PARKRUN Location: Bicentennial Park, Cnr William and Stanley Sts Time: Every Saturday 8am Cost: Free – must register before you run Website: parkrun.com.au/bathurst/This fun, free 5km run or walk event organised by volunteers for the benefit of everyone.

SUNDAY 7 MARCHCLEAN UP AUSTRALIA DAYLocation: VariousTime: 10am - 1pmCost: FreeContact: Bathurst Regional Council 6333 6111Website: cleanupaustraliaday.org.auA simple way you can take action to clean up, fix up and conserve our prized Australian environment. Register via website.

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THURSDAY 11 MARCHSHERYL CROW - CLASSIC ALBUM NIGHTLocation: The Victoria Bathurst, 3 Keppel StTime: 6pm - 10pmCost: $30Facebook: facebook.com/events/239859190958670The Album Show, led for this show by Sophie Jones and Michael Carpenter, and with a stripped back semi acoustic ensemble, will present two sets of Sheryl Crow’s hits, spanning three decades of record making.

FRIDAY 12 & SATURDAY 13 MARCH MUSICIANS IN THE PARKLocation: Kings ParadeTime: 12pm - 2pm Cost: FreeCouncil, with the support of the NSW Government’s Festival of Place – Summer Fund, will bring musicians to perform in the centre of the city. A series of performances will occur in Kings Parade continuing through April consisting of lunch and evening performances over Fridays and Saturdays. No bookings necessary however we request that all attendees sign in using the QR code that will be available at the event.

FRIDAY 12 - SUNDAY 14 MARCHBATHURST CYCLING CLASSICWebsite: bathurstcyclingclassic.com.auThe 2021 Bathurst Cycling Classic sees the introduction of the ultimate challenge, The Bathurst Tour, a three day competition encompassing all three events; Hill Climb, Criterium Racing and 100km road race on fully closed roads where entrants will accrue points and win cash prizes relevant to their result. At the completion of the 100km ride the male and female Tour Champions will be crowned. Unique to the Bathurst Cycling Classic, The Tour will offer equal available size fields, equal depth of competition and equal prize money for both men and women.

SATURDAY 13 MARCHCAMEL RACES AT BATHURSTLocation: Bathurst Showground, Sydney RdTime: 4pm - 9pmTickets: trybooking.com/bookWebsite: amelracingdownunder.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/events/1115315545480813The Ultimate Camel Racing experience is heading to Bathurst! Enjoy camel and pony rides, amusement rides, market stalls and much more. First race from 4pm.

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AUTUMN COLOURSSATURDAY 13 MARCH - SUNDAY 9 MAY

Autumn is traditionally the time when the Bathurst region focuses upon its rich and fascinating past, with many of the region’s historic sights brought to life

through a series of tours and activities. These provide a rare opportunity to go behind the scenes and discover the moments, events and characters that make up the story of Bathurst. The ‘Autumn Colours’ heritage tour program includes a diverse program of tours, walks and talks. The program is available from the

Visitor Centre, 1 Kendall Avenue or download the program at bathurstregion.com.au/autumn-colours/

AUTUMN COLOURS TOURSATURDAY 13 MARCH ROCKLEY WALKING TOURLocation: Meet at Stevens Park carpark opposite the pub, Budden St, RockleyTime: 1.30pm – 4pmCost: $15 per person – bookings essentialBookings: Bathurst Visitor Information Centre 1800 68 1000Website: bathurstregion.com.au/autumn-colours/Rockley is one of those remarkable villages where time has stood still. There can be few villages in NSW which capture rural life around the turn of the century. Rockley has been listed by the National Trust as a Historic Village. This guided walking tour commences with a short talk in Stevens Park (in front of the pub), followed by a stroll around the village, including the viewing of the School of Arts Hall and two Edward Gell churches. The tour ends at the Rockley Mill & Stables Museum for afternoon tea and the opportunity to explore the museum at leisure. Bookings close 5pm Friday 12 March.

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SATURDAY 13, 20 & 27 MARCH EXHIBITION TOURS Location: Bathurst Regional Art Gallery, 70 - 78 Keppel StTime: 11amCost: FreeContact: 6333 6555Website: bathurstart.com.auTake a guided tour by a Bathurst Regional Art Gallery staff member of the current exhibitions at BRAG: Just Not Australian and Rebecca Wilson: Myth-Making, Heroes and Villains.

AUTUMN COLOURS TOURSUNDAY 14 MARCHGUIDED TOUR OF PERTHVILLE CONVENT HERITAGE CENTRELocation: Tenison Woods Avenue, PerthvilleTime: 10.30am – 12.30pmCost: $15 per person -bookings essentialBookings: Bathurst Visitor Information Centre 1800 68 1000 Website: bathurstregion.com.au/autumn-colours/Commence your leisurely tour with morning tea in the Sisters’ dining room. Enjoy a visit to historic 1872 Perthville Convent Heritage Centre. Visit the chapel, tour the original rooms of the old Convent and learn the story of the Sisters told in storyboard, displays and memorabilia. See the Founders’ Room with the Reg Campbell painting of Fr Julian Woods and St Mary MacKillop. Visit the Sisters’ cemetery, where over 200 Sisters who contributed to education throughout the Diocese rest in peace.

SUNDAY 14 MARCHMT WALKER 4WD ADVENTURE 4WD TAG-A-LONG TOURLocation: Marrangaroo National Park Time: 9.30am - 5pm Cost: Check website for detailsContact: 0415 641 343 Website: simmosoffroadtours.comFacebook: facebook.com/events/122704779727803An exciting 4WD Tag-a-Long Tour exploring rugged Marrangaroo National Park, near Lithgow. From the beautiful Cox's River to the heights of Mt Walker. Graded as Difficult Suited for standard 4WD vehicles with low range.

WEDNESDAY 17 - SATURDAY 27 MARCHGOLD CROWN CARNIVALLocation: Group 1 Feeds Paceway, 169 College RdTime: 6pm - 10pmContact: 6333 5000Website: goldcrowncarnival.com.auThe Gold Crown Carnival will run for 11 days this year and will incorporate 5 race meetings and 6 social functions. Social events include the Calcutta/Barrier Draw, Honouree Dinner, Ladies Night Marquee Function, The Gold Crown Ball and the Final Night Marquee Function. Download event guide here or visit website for further details.

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THURSDAY 18 MARCH JUST NOT AUSTRALIAN FLOOR TALKLocation: Bathurst Regional Art Gallery, 70 - 78 Keppel StTime: 6pmCost: FreeContact: 6333 6555Website: bathurstart.com.auJoin curators of Just Not Australian, Alexie Glass-Kantor, Executive Director, Artspace Sydney, & Michelle Newton, Deputy Director, Artspace Sydney, with exhibiting artists as they discuss the topics and themes raised in the exhibition.

FRIDAY 19 & SATURDAY 20 MARCH MUSICIANS IN THE PARKLocation: Kings ParadeTime: 12pm - 2pm Cost: FreeCouncil, with the support of the NSW Government’s Festival of Place – Summer Fund, will bring musicians to perform in the centre of the city. A series of performances will occur in Kings Parade continuing through April consisting of lunch and evening performances over Fridays and Saturdays. No bookings necessary however we request that all attendees sign in using the QR code that will be available at the event.

FRIDAY 19, SATURDAY 20 & SUNDAY 21 MARCHBATHURST LIFESTYLE & LEISURE ROADSHOWLocation: Bathurst ShowgroundTime: Fri & Sat 9am - 5pm; Sun 9am - 4pm Cost: Adult $15; Concession $12: Under 16yrs free Contact: 1300 665 059Website: lifestyleandleisureroadshow.com.auCaravan, camping, accessories, motoring, boats leisure and food plus more on display for three jammed packed days.

SATURDAY 20 MARCHANDREW SWIFT AT LITTLE ALBERTSLocation: Little Alberts, The Victoria Bathurst, 3 Keppel StTime: From 7pmTickets: https://tickets.oztix.com.auFacebook: facebook.com/events/414085992992066Join two x Golden Guitar winner, Andrew Swift, for an evening of stories, laughs & a sneak preview of tunes from his forthcoming album as he performs in Bathurst for the first time with special guest Andy Nelson.

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SATURDAY 20 MARCHBATHURST WHOLEFOOD CO OP HARVEST FESTIVAL Location: Bathurst Wholefood Co Operative Ltd, Shop 5 Macquarie Plaza, 49 William St Time: 9am - 12pm Cost: Free entry Contact: 6332 1545 Website: bathurstwholefood.orgThe focus of the festival is on local, organic and sustainable. Purchase local vegetables, fresh cooked foods, veg seedlings, jams and much more.

AUTUMN COLOURS TOURSATURDAY 20 MARCHTHE BATHURST TOWN SQUARE – KEEPER OF OUR STORIESLocation: Bathurst District Historical Society Museum and Bookshop East Wing, Bathurst Courthouse, Russell Street between William and George StsTime: 2pm – 4pmCost: Free – bookings essentialBookings: Bathurst Visitor Information Centre 1800 68 1000Website: bathurstregion.com.au/autumn-colours/Join us for a stroll in Bathurst’s Town Square to hear stories about our community’s past as told through foundation stones and public art works. Hear tales of legendary figures and momentous events remembered in stone, metal, glass – and resin. Artistic inspirations and foundation stone aspirations will be explored. An unsolved mystery is promised. The walk will last about two hours – appropriate footwear, a hat and a water bottle are advised. A gold coin donation will contribute to the Bathurst Town Square Group’s work in safeguarding our unique Town Square.

AUTUMN COLOURS TOUR SUNDAY 21 MARCH BATHURST ON SHOW - STORY OF BATHURST SHOWGROUNDLocation: Meet inside main gate, Kendall AvenueTime: 10am – 12pm Cost: Free – bookings essentialBookings: Bathurst Visitor Information Centre 1800 68 1000 Website: bathurstregion.com.au/autumn-colours/Bathurst Showground holds fascinating stories of the structures and people associated with the ground and also the importance of the annual Royal Bathurst Show. The first Show at this site was held in 1878. The Showground has been described as probably the finest group of traditional rural showground pavilions and ancillary buildings in Australia. Discover some of the stories during this two-hour tour of the site.

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SUNDAY 21 MARCHEXPLORE THE BLUE MOUNTAINS BY 4WDLocation: Blue Mountains National Park Time: 9.15am - 5pm Cost: Check website for detailsContact: 0415 641 343 Website: simmosoffroadtours.comFacebook: facebook.com/events/9611796910809564WD Tag-a-Long Tour exploring the stunning Blue Mountains. This day trip is graded as easy and is an excellent introduction to four wheel driving. Suited for either 4WD or AWD vehicles, driver training is provided and there are optional, more difficult tracks and river crossings for the more adventurous! A family friendly adventure - we visit a horse ranch for a BBQ lunch and pat farmyard animals. Bring your fishing rods!

TUESDAY 23 MARCHTHE ART OF WINE: WOMEN IN WINELocation: Bathurst Regional Art Gallery, 70 - 78 Keppel StTime: 6pmCost: $25 BRAGS members, $30 non-members (plus booking fee) Contact: 6333 6555Website: bathurstart.com.auThe first in BRAG’s Art of Wine Series, this tasting celebrates women in wine and unexpected grape varieties in Australia. Louella Mathews, currently Head Sommelier at Bibo Wine Bar and previously at Rockpool 1989 and Rockpool Bar & Grill, will lead you through a tasting of six wines with intriguing stories to tell.The Art of Wine series seeks to explore the themes of exhibitions with a thematic tasting of wine. This tasting ties into the theme of women with the exhibition Rebecca Wilson: Myth-making, Heroes and Villains - the subject of the woman Kate Kelly (Ned Kelly's little sister) by a woman artist, plus Just Not Australian which explores Australia's national identity.

THURSDAY 25 MARCHA TASTE OF IRELANDLocation: Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William StTime: 7.30pmCost: Adult $74.90; Concession $69.90Contact: 6333 6161Website: bmec.com.auExperience the performances that have brought the house down night after night around the world as ‘A Taste of Ireland’ wows audiences in 2021. Featuring acclaimed Irish dancers, dazzling folk musicians and contemporary vocalists, experience the raw, rhythmic passion that is the original story of the Celtic motherland.

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FRIDAY 26 & SATURDAY 27 MARCH MUSICIANS IN THE PARKLocation: Kings ParadeTime: 12pm - 2pm Cost: FreeCouncil, with the support of the NSW Government’s Festival of Place – Summer Fund, will bring musicians to perform in the centre of the city. A series of performances will occur in Kings Parade continuing through April consisting of lunch and evening performances over Fridays and Saturdays. No bookings necessary however we request that all attendees sign in using the QR code that will be available at the event.

FRIDAY 26 & SATURDAY 27 MARCHSUSTAINABLE LIVING EXPO Location: Bathurst ShowgroundContact: 6333 6111Website: bathurst.nsw.gov.auFRIDAY 26 MARCH - DINNER WITH ‘FAST ED’ (ED HAMALGYI) FROM BETTER HOMES & GARDENSTime: 6.30pm - 10pmJoin us for a 2-course meal and cooking demonstration by Better Homes & Garden’s ‘Fast Ed ’ (Ed Hamalgyi). Enjoy locally sourced, seasonal Bathurst produce cooked by Al Dente of Bathurst and demonstrated on stage by Ed Hamalgyi.Get your friends together for a night of live music, local food and wine – whilst learning how to be more sustainable in the kitchen!SATURDAY 27 MARCH - SUSTAINABLE LIVING EXPO Time: 8pm - 1pmThe Sustainable Living Expo is a Bathurst Regional Council event that provides information about sustainable living, including waste and recycling, water conservation, green design and construction, solar power, gardening and wildlife.This year will feature one of Australia’s most loved TV chefs and food author ‘Fast Ed’ (Ed Halmagyi) from Better Homes & Gardens along with Wildlife and The Eaton Gorge Theatre Company, providing something for every member of the family to enjoy. The Expo also features a variety of stalls by local businesses and environmental groups and is held in conjunction with the Bathurst Farmers Markets. To stay in touch with this event and other green activities, events and tips like Sustainable Bathurst on Facebook facebook.com/sustainablebathurst/

SATURDAY 27 MARCHBATHURST FARMERS’ MARKETSLocation: Bathurst Showground, Kendall Ave Time: 8am - 12pm; 4th Saturday of the monthCost: Gold coin donation Contact: 0409 924 182 Website: bathurstfarmersmarket.com.auShop for the freshest seasonal produce the region has to offer. Enjoy a gourmet BLT and a locally roasted coffee for breakfast or try a taste of the Wines of Bathurst. Proceeds support projects sponsored by the Lions Club of Bathurst.

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SATURDAY 27 MARCH IMOGEN CLARK - BATHURST SHOW - ONE NIGHT ONLYLocation: The Victoria Bathurst, 3 Keppel StTime: 6pm – 10pmCost: $10 per personFacebook: facebook.com/events/230017508767035Imogen Clark, more road-hardened & wise than most performers twice her age, with her new 6 track EP The Making Of Me. The songs span the arena-ready opening rocker ‘My Own Worst Enemy’, a co-write with Alex Lahey, to defiant ‘Inside Out’, which showcases Imogen’s soaring vocal, and ‘Push Me Down’, a volley at misogynist musicians.

AUTUMN COLOURS TOURSATURDAY 27 MARCHMCPHILLAMY PARKLocation: Meet in picnic shelter adjacent to children’s playgroundTime: 10am – 12pmCost: Free – bookings essentialBookings: Bathurst Visitor Information Centre 1800 68 1000Website: bathurstregion.com.au/autumn-colours/McPhillamy Park is located in Bathurst’s most unique and spectacular location – the summit of Mount Panorama/Wahluu. The park is known worldwide to race fans at the top of the internationally renowned Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit, and to a visitor as the must see place to take in the awe-inspiring vistas of Bathurst and surrounding countryside. The grand place holds much of Bathurst’s heritage. Discover some of the stories associated with iconic location and perhaps share some stories of your own.

AUTUMN COLOURS TOURSATURDAY 27 MARCHTHE BATHURST TOWN SQUARE – KEEPER OF OUR STORIESLocation: Bathurst District Historical Society Museum and Bookshop, East Wing, Bathurst Courthouse Russell Street between William and George StsTime: 2pm – 4pmCost: Free – bookings essentialBookings: Bathurst Visitor Information Centre 1800 68 1000Website: bathurstregion.com.au/autumn-colours/ Join us for a stroll in Bathurst’s Town Square to hear stories about our community’s past as told through foundation stones and public art works. Hear tales of legendary figures and momentous events remembered in stone, metal, glass – and resin. Artistic inspirations and foundation stone aspirations will be explored. An unsolved mystery is promised. The walk will last about two hours – appropriate footwear, a hat and a water bottle are advised. A gold coin donation will contribute to the Bathurst Town Square Group’s work in safeguarding our unique Town Square.

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SUNDAY 28 MARCHPICNIC IN THE PARKLocation: Machattie ParkTime: 4pm - 6pm Cost: Free Contact: 6331 6622Facebook: facebook.com/events/472718494097686 Mitchell Conservatorium has been in it's iconic location in the West Wing of the courthouse for 41 years! With the courthouse undergoing renovations, celebrate their anniversary in the beautiful Machattie Park. Music will be playing in the rotunda and there will also be the amazing instrument petting zoo available, to allow everyone to get up close and personal with all the incredible instruments MitCon has to offer. This COVID safe, family-friendly event will be a great way to enjoy our beautiful park and kick back with a live music event! Come and celebrate music! SUNDAY 28 MARCHTARANA COMMUNITY FARMERS’ MARKETSLocation: On the grounds of the Rural Fire Service shed, Tarana Time: 9am - 1pm; 4th Sunday of the month Cost: Free Contact: 6337 5867Facebook: facebook.com/TaranaFarmersMarket/ Enjoy local produce and help support your local farmers and producers. Connect with your food and its growers.

TUESDAY 30 MARCHIN CONVERSATION WITH MEG KENEALLYLocation: Bathurst Library, 70-78 Keppel St Time: 6pm - 7.30pmCost: Free - Booking essentialContact: 6333 6281 Website: bathurst.nsw.gov.au/home.htmlHeroism, adventure and passion in the time of NSW colonisation. Join Australian author Meg Keneally for a conversation about her new novel. 'The Wreck' is Meg Keneally's second solo novel. Meg has also co-authored a series of historical-mysteries with her father, well-known Australian novelist, Tom Keneally. Copies of the book will be available for purchase on the night and Meg will be available for book signings.

WEDNESDAY 31 MARCH MUSICIANS IN THE PARKLocation: Kings ParadeTime: 12pm - 2pm Cost: FreeCouncil, with the support of the NSW Government’s Festival of Place – Summer Fund, will bring musicians to perform in the centre of the city. A series of performances will occur in Kings Parade continuing through April consisting of lunch and evening performances over Fridays and Saturdays. No bookings necessary however we request that all attendees sign in using the QR code that will be available at the event.