Bathurst
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Bathurst TAKE THE TIME TO EXPERIENCE THE OLDEST INLAND SETTLEMENT IN AUSTRALIA. NO MATTER WHAT YOUR AGE OR INTEREST, THERE’S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE. WHETHER YOU’RE SEEKING ADVENTURE, ACTIVITIES OR JUST A RELAXING BREAK, YOUR VISIT TO THE BATHURST REGION IS GUARANTEED TO SURPRISE. Take an hour or so and walk through the beautiful parks and gardens located in the heart of Bathurst. The city also boasts a number of heritage buildings and monuments in and around the CBD. Unearth the region’s past at the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum on 224 Howick Street. The museum showcases nearly 2,000 fossil and mineral samples, and a complete T-Rex skeleton. It’s open daily. If you have a few hours, embark on a self-drive tour and discover the fascinating history of Bathurst and the region. Why not search for an ancestor on the Heritage Wall at the lower end of William Street or see one of the many incredible exhibitions at the Bathurst Regional Art Gallery (BRAG) on Keppel Street. Wander along the banks of the beautiful Macquarie River and view the ‘Conversation’ sculpture. Experience the excitement of motor racing with at least one lap of the iconic Mount Panorama motor
racing circuit. Visit the National Motor Racing Museum for a look at the history of motor racing that began on the country roads around the district. The museum, located on Murray’s Corner Panorama Avenue, Mount Panorama, is full of history and motor racing memorabilia. It is open daily 9am to 4.30pm, except for Christmas Day and some other public holidays. You can follow the winners’ plaques from the Bathurst 500, and later 1000s, along Victor’s Walk in Russell Street. Otherwise drive around the historic Vale Circuit on the southern outskirts of the city - Bathurst’s original motor racing circuit. This road has changed very little since motor cycle races took place there in the 1930s, so take care on the bends and gravel surface. For more extensive ventures, visitors can explore the historic villages of the Bathurst region. Grab a map from the Bathurst Visitor Information Centre on Kendall Avenue and plan your village adventure.
Each is just a short drive away through beautiful countryside. Take along a picnic lunch and find a special spot to stop or grab a bite somewhere along the way.
Many fine examples of early architecture can be found
From Bathurst, you can travel north through the historic villages of Peel and Wattle Flat to Sofala where you can wander the streets of the oldest surviving gold rush town in Australia. From Sofala travel to Hill End through spectacular areas of scenery including Wallaby Rocks. When you arrive in this historic town make sure that you visit the Heritage Centre on Beyer’s Avenue at the entry to the town. You can embark on a selfguided tour of this quaint township to explore its many heritage sites. Likewise, you can take a guided tour of Bald Hill Tourist Mine, the well-preserved residence of Craigmoor, or the private museum of History Hill for a further glimpse into the region’s past.
mansion built in the late 1800s, while Chifley Home is
The Cobb & Co Heritage Trail is a must-do while visiting the Bathurst region. Bathurst was headquarters of the Cobb & Co coaching company during the late 1800s, and many interesting sites remain in the city today. Start at the Bathurst Visitor Information Centre where one of the original, fully restored coaches is on display. Grab an information brochure and follow the coaching routes estabished by Cobb & Co. Visit some of the reminders of this era in villages like Rockley and O’Connell. On the way, stop in at a quintessential country pub for a delicious lunch. For more information about the Cobb & Co Heritage Trail, be sure to visit www.cobbandco.net.au.
rural centre today offering a variety of ways to indulge
in the city and surrounds. Three of the most significant houses in the region are open to the public at various times. Abercrombie House is an imposing 52 room a simple railway worker’s cottage where Ben Chifley, one of Australia’s greatest Prime Ministers once lived. Miss Traill’s House and Garden provides a record of a pioneering family. Each of these houses could be visited over a weekend using a Historic Homes Pass purchased from the Bathurst Visitor Information Centre. The staff will be only too happy to help you plan your visits. The Bathurst region was the original food bowl of the fledgling colony of NSW, and remains an important in its gourmet produce. Dine in at one of the many delicious eateries on offer, sample the local produce and cool climate wines at one of the markets or festival events, and treat your palate to a premium drop at one of the cellar doors in the region. To discover all that Bathurst has to offer, drop into the Bathurst Visitor Information Centre located at 1 Kendall Avenue opposite the Showground. The friendly staff know all the hidden gems of the region and will help you plan your Bathurst region experience.
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ESSENTIAL Services POLICE Bathurst Police Station
6332 8699
139 Rankin Street, Bathurst
MEDICAL Bathurst Base Hospital
6330 5311
361 Howick Street, Bathurst Busby Medical Practice
6332 4266
123 Howick Street, Bathurst George Street Medical Practice 115 George Street, Bathurst
CALENDAR OF Events
DENTAL The Dental Practice
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PHARMACY
FEBRUARY
Moodies Pharmacy
• Bathurst 12 Hour • Rockley Rodeo
Forbutt’s Keppel Street Pharmacy
BATHURST VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 1 Kendall Avenue, Bathurst
APRIL
visitbathurst.com.au
• Royal Bathurst Show • Bathurst Cycling Classic
MAY • Autumn Heritage Tours • Bathurst Heritage Trades Trail
JUNE • Winter Winery Wander
JULY • Bathurst Winter Festival
SEPTEMBER • Edgell Jog • Chifley Memorial Light on the Hill Dinner
OCTOBER • Bathurst 1000 • National Cool Climate Wine Show • Bathurst Spring Spectacular
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1st Weekend – Bathurst Arts Trail 1st Saturday – Macquarie Riverside Markets 3rd Sunday – The miniature railway is running 4th Saturday – Bathurst Farmers Market 4th Sunday – Tarana Farmers Market
6331 2899
65-67 Keppel Street, Bathurst
• Gold Crown Carnival • The Scot’s School Highland Gathering & Fete • Bathurst 6 Hour (Easter weekend)
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6331 2955
165 Howick Street, Bathurst
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REGULAR EVENTS
6331 3699
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• Museum Selfie Day
• Inland Sea of Sound Music Festival • Challenge Bathurst
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Orange ORANGE IS KNOWN AS AUSTRALIA’S COLOUR CITY AND, WITH ITS FOUR DISTINCT SEASONS, IT IS EASY TO SEE WHY. THE SEASONAL COLOURS ARE SHOWCASED THROUGH THE CITY’S MAGICAL COOK AND ROBERTSON PARKS AND THE ORANGE BOTANIC GARDENS. Orange has a population of over 40,000 people and, with surrounding towns and villages, supports a population of 100,000 through its industrial, educational, health and commercial services. In Orange you will find a welcoming city full of life, elegant streetscapes and buildings, beautiful parks and gardens, and some of the best regional food and wine in Australia. Orange is also blessed with spectacular landscapes. Mount Canobolas (the highest point in a straight line between the Blue Mountains and the Indian Ocean) dominates the city skyline and its walking trails, waterfalls, lookouts and picnic spots make it the ideal place to enjoy the relaxed beauty of the area. Nearby Lake Canobolas is great for swimming, cycling, fishing and sailing. Orange was settled in the early 1800s and named after the Prince of Orange, who later became King of the Netherlands. It is a modern city that has grown from its rich mining past. This city is rich in history and just outside Orange is a monument marking the birthplace of Australian bush poet Banjo Paterson. Each year in February, the city hosts the Banjo Paterson Poetry Festival, a popular community celebration. Orange also has great sporting, recreational and cultural facilities, including the Orange Regional Gallery,
Library, Civic Theatre and the eye catching, newly constructed Orange Regional Museum. The Orange region is well known as a place to enjoy world-class culinary delights, with a reputation and tradition of producing a variety of quality local produce and offering first class restaurants. Seasonal produce from passionate and dedicated growers ensures Orange’s culinary attraction remains strong. Dotted around the Orange countryside are a number of historic villages that take you back to a time when the simple things in life were important. Villages like Lucknow, Millthorpe, Molong, Carcoar and Canowindra are full of one-of-a- kind stores, providores, historic treasures, bluestone churches, museums and unique pubs. Orange is a great destination for relaxing short breaks, food and wine experiences, art and heritage explorations or to simply enjoy the natural beauty. The region also hosts a number of popular events, which include F.O.O.D Week, the Orange Wine Festival, Australian National Field Days, Orange Apple Festival and the Canowindra International Balloon Challenge. Growing in popularity are the running and cycling events which take advantage of the magnificent landscapes and colourful seasons.
CALENDAR OF Events
ESSENTIAL Services
• Orange Picnic Races
POLICE
JANUARY
Orange Police Station
FEBRUARY
6363 6399
115-117 Byng Street, Orange
• Gnoo Blas Classic Car Club Show • Banjo Paterson Poetry Festival
MEDICAL
• Orange Colour City Running Festival
Orange Base Hospital
MARCH
1530 Forest Road, Orange
• Newcrest Cycle Challenge
Orange Family Medical Centre
• Brass Band Celebration
95 Peisley Street, Orange
• Great Volcanic Mountain Challenge
The Wellness House Medical Centre
• NSW Triathlon Championships
6369 3000
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55 Bathurst Road, Orange
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DENTAL
• Orange Gold Cup
Orange Family Dental
• Orange Camel Races
6362 1100
55-57 Bathurst Road, Orange
• FOOD Week • Canowindra International Balloon Challenge
PHARMACY
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McCarthy’s Pharmacy
• Orange Show
196 Lords Place, Orange
SEPTEMBER
Orange Medical Centre Pharmacy
6362 1009
6361 0680
1/93 Peisley Street, Orange
• Garden and Outdoor Expo • Orange Eisteddfod Grand Concert
ORANGE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE
OCTOBER
151 Byng Street, Orange
• Australian National Field Days
www.visitorange.com.au
• Orange Wine Week
NOVEMBER • Four Wheels Food and Wine Classic Car Event • Dragon Boat Regatta
DECEMBER • Orange Carols by Candlelight
MARKETS • Every Sunday - Rotary Sunday Markets • 2nd Saturday of every month – Orange Regional Farmers Market / Orange Miniature Train Rides
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