Bathurst Regional Council

Installation of the Spring Flower Display 🌷 Planting for the spring flower display has taken place in Kings Parade. Each garden bed will show a mixture of mass colour, with the following flower species installed - Pansies, Viola, Calendula, Aquilegia, Papaver and Linaria. The plantings will mature to full bloom during spring. Thank you to our Parks and Gardens team for always making our town look so beautiful!

Waste 2 Art Exhibition It's not to late to see this year's Waste 2 Art exhibition! This year’s theme is to shrink your footprint, head to BMEC to see all the artworks on display. 📅 Saturday 2 May - Wednesday 6 May ⏰ 10am - 3pm 📍 BMEC Bathurst

Think it's just a harmless piece of rubbish? Your tossed rubbish can end up in our waterways and harm wildlife. https://reportlitter.epa.nsw.gov.au/s/

BARC's Pets of the Week! 🐾 This week we’re featuring two very special residents — handsome Chino and our sweet cat Nova! Chino has been such a good boy this week, enjoying his walks and really impressing everyone by listening to his commands… even when he’d much rather be off playing! He’s a smart, energetic young boy who thrives with structure, fun, and daily activity. Nova is our gorgeous affectionate girl cat who has been chosen for her incredibly loving nature. She is always so sweet and enjoys attention, gentle pats, and spending time with her people. Both beautiful souls are ready to find homes where they can be loved and cherished 💛🐾

Begonia House | Closing Friday 1 May The 2026 Begonia season has come to an end and Begonia House will close on Friday 1 May.

Lest We Forget

459 Days Waiting… Let’s Find Dozer His Forever 💔 459 days. That’s how long Dozer has been waiting at BARC for someone to choose him… and we just don’t understand how he’s still here. Dozer is an incredibly intelligent, affectionate boy who truly lives for his people. He’s the kind of dog who will melt into you for cuddles, then bounce right back up the second he hears the squeak of a toy (his absolute favourite thing in the world 🎾). He’s not just loveable — he’s smart too. Dozer already knows how to sit, go to his bed, wait patiently for food, and walk nicely on a lead. He’s currently being muzzle trained as well and is doing so well with it. He thrives on routine, learning, and having a strong bond with his humans. Dozer is looking for a dog-only home, where he can be your one and only and soak up all the love and attention he deserves. While his forever family hasn’t found him yet, BARC will continue to love and care for him. But what he really needs… is a home of his own. If you’re looking for a loyal, clever, toy-obsessed cuddle bug who will love you endlessly — Dozer is your boy. 🐾

BARCS Dog & Cat of the Week 🐾 This week’s stars are here! One playful pup and one fabulous feline, both waiting for love, cuddles, and a place to call home. For more information, please call BARC on 6333 6190.

Don't miss the Begonia House display Have visited the Begonia House yet for our 2026 display? Bathurst’s Begonia House is only one of a handful of large public garden begonia displays in Australia. The Begonia House is open Monday to Friday between 9am and 3pm and on weekends from 11am to 3pm. The display is expected to run through until the end of April.

Morse Park toilet amenities repairs Repairs to the Morse Park toilet amenities will take place this week from today (Monday) to Friday 17 April. Repairs include replacement of storm damaged roof, guttering, and internal ceiling repairs. Public access will be restricted during the works period with the installation of perimeter site fencing for public safety. Alternative public amenities are located at the nearby Bathurst Visitor Information Centre.

Heritage Trades Trail is on this weekend Celebrating 10 years, the Bathurst Heritage Trades Trail™ returns this weekend at the historic Bathurst Showground, honouring the trades and traditions that have shaped the region and its rich history. Everything from traditional Aboriginal tool and weapon making, blacksmithing, saddlery, dry stone walling, whip cracking and making, glass artistry, lace making, tapestry, embroidery, carpentry and joinery, coopering, knife making and violin making are among many unique talents to be demonstrated by local and guest artisans. Then take a break while your kids play giant wooden games and explore LOOSE PARTS at their leisure! 🌞 Picnic Area with shade tent 🌞Fun and interactive wooden games for all the family 🌞Creative and engaging LOOSE PARTS play using recycled items from Trades Trail artisans. 10am - 4pm 11-12 April 2026 Bathurst Showgrounds .au/bathurst-heritage-trades-trail/

Bathurst locals - keep everyone entertained these school holidays and head to our Museums! Buy a ticket to all four Museums and save. Purchase at any of the following Museums, tickets are valid for two weeks. Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum Bathurst Rail Museum Chifley Home & Education Centre National Motor Racing Museum museumsbathurst.com.au