Ronald McDonald House Looks to Grow Bathurst Hospital Service, Gala Night Raises $435,000
The Orange Ronald McDonald House says it can always do with more helping hands for visiting services to Bathurst Hospital and overnight shifts at the Orange House. At the Gala Dinner last week around $435,000 was raised, which will be put towards volunteer-driven programs. Also on today’s Podcast The Bathurst Nepalese Community has thanked more…
Bathurst Community Invited to Stand With Nepal at Candlelight Vigil
The Bathurst community is being invited to stand with Nepal tonight at a candlelight vigil at the War Memorial Carillon from 5:15pm. Family members and friends of the Nepalese community in the Central West are among those missing or feared killed in the disaster. A cultural festival which was supposed to be held tonight, has…
Compareo Performing Arts Program for People With Disability Expands to Blayney
A performing arts program for people with disability is expanding to Blayney, following its popularity in Bathurst and Orange. Compareo is a weekly performing arts class for people with disability, aiming to improve their confidence, performance skills and to empower them to share their creativity. Also on today’s Podcast The full schedule of the race…
Bathurst Singer Findlay Webb on His Journey to The Voice
A Bathurst-based musician who appeared on TV show The Voice says he’s been inspired write more of his own music. Findlay Webb passed a blind audition earlier this month. He was contacted by one of the show’s talent scouts and was at first surprised by the message. Also on today’s Podcast Bathurst Council says draft…
Community, Environment Groups to Celebrate Biodiversity Month with Events
Workshops, guided tours and citizen science events are on the agenda from today with September marking Biodiversity Month. It’s an opportunity to focus on the flora and fauna unique to the Central West. There’ll be a guided bird walk at the Orange Botanical Gardens and wildlife spotting at Clifton Grove, among other events. Also on…
Wiradjuri Artist Mitchell Groat on Reconciliation, First Nations Art and Creative Practice
There’s always a story to every artwork, and something to learn from the artist. Orange Council has just launched its Reconciliation Action Plan which outlines actions Council wants to take in improving relationships and partnerships with First Nations communities. As part of that plan, an artwork has been commissioned called Moving Together – Yuga Mawang in…
Locals to Sleep Rough for Vinnies Vans Tonight
We’ve all heard about the housing squeeze and how interest rates are rising and rental vacancy rates are very low- but spare a thought for the people who are pushed out of the market altogether, and the volunteers who support them. Vinnies Vans provide meals, blankets, toiletries, hot beverages, and companionship for people who are…
Cumnock CWA to Hold Luncheon with Focus on Fiji
The Cumnock Country Women’s Association branch is preparing to celebrate Fiji on September 8- with a luncheon and guest speaker at the Cumnock Golf Club. Local school students have been learning about food and culture in Fiji with presentations to share with CWA members. Also on today’s Podcast Police in the Chifley District are encouraging…
Dancers from Across NSW to Visit Bathurst Next Month for Square and Round Dance Convention
Bathurst is set to be the centre of square dance next month with the 46th State Convention coming to Bathurst Panthers from September 25. People from across the state will be travelling to participate. Also on today’s Podcast Eglinton residents have called for the deadline on public submissions for the Bathurst Flood Study to be…
New OzTag Competition to Begin in Bathurst
Organisers of an OzTag competition coming to Bathurst say it’s been good to see strong interest in the Central West following school clinics in the region. The sport is starting in Bathurst from September 17 in four divisions, from ages 7 to 15+. Also on today’s Podcast Bathurst Council is calling for public feedback on…
