Rachel Chamberlain

Australia

Senior Journalist at Western Advocate

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Articles

Our new arrivals: meet the babies born in Bathurst in June 2025

2 weeks ago | westernadvocate.com.au | Alise McIntosh |Rachel Chamberlain

MEET the babies born in Bathurst during June 2025. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperCrosswords, Sudoku and TriviaProud parents across the city and surrounds have welcomed some adorable new bubs into their homes - and their hearts. It's always an exciting time and we are pleased to help share some of the first moments of the expanded families.
Our new arrivals: meet the babies born in Bathurst in June 2025

2 weeks ago | oberonreview.com.au | Alise McIntosh |Rachel Chamberlain

MEET the babies born in Bathurst during June 2025. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue readingAll articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperProud parents across the city and surrounds have welcomed some adorable new bubs into their homes - and their hearts. It's always an exciting time and we are pleased to help share some of the first moments of the expanded families. Did you miss our photographer when they stopped by Bathurst Base Hospital?
Icon who helped to forever tie two cities together honoured with an OAM

2 weeks ago | westernadvocate.com.au | Rachel Chamberlain

IF it wasn't for Fudeko Reekie, Bathurst's sister city relationship with Ohkuma might not exist. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperCrosswords, Sudoku and TriviaFor decades, she has been committed to building ties between the two cities and fostering an appreciation of Japanese culture within the Bathurst community.
Cash splash: Manning Aquatic Centre amenities set to undergo $345k upgrade

3 weeks ago | westernadvocate.com.au | Rachel Chamberlain

BATHURST council is set to invest hundreds of thousands of dollars into the Manning Aquatic Centre. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperCrosswords, Sudoku and TriviaThe changerooms at the community pool are poised to undergo major renovations for the first time since the facility opened in 2007.
Locals have 'had a gutful': where police have been asked to increase patrols

3 weeks ago | westernadvocate.com.au | Rachel Chamberlain

CHIFLEY Police District has been asked to increase its patrols of popular holiday spots in the Bathurst region in a bid to tackle antisocial behaviour this King's Birthday long weekend. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Fry expects 'frank and fearless advice' from interim finance director

3 weeks ago | westernadvocate.com.au | Rachel Chamberlain

IT is hoped Bathurst council's interim finance director will be able to identify further cuts, efficiency measures and process improvements that can help it return to a sustainable financial position. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
'Another set of eyes for the council': interim finance director appointed

3 weeks ago | westernadvocate.com.au | Rachel Chamberlain

AN interim finance director has been appointed at Bathurst Regional Council with a directive to "steady the books" and "deliver a budget we can trust". Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperCrosswords, Sudoku and TriviaPeter Smith will be brought in on a short-term contract to assist the council in improving its financial position whilst recruitment begins for a permanent director.
Two-day police operation sees firearms and 269,000 illegal cigarettes seized

3 weeks ago | westernadvocate.com.au | Rachel Chamberlain

A STRATEGIC police operation has seen nine people charged and a number of items seized across the Chifley Police District area, including firearms and illegal cigarettes. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
'Another set of eyes for the council': interim finance director appointed

3 weeks ago | lithgowmercury.com.au | Rachel Chamberlain

AN interim finance director has been appointed at Bathurst Regional Council with a directive to "steady the books" and "deliver a budget we can trust". Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperPeter Smith will be brought in on a short-term contract to assist the council in improving its financial position whilst recruitment begins for a permanent director.
Council to meet with villages after positive discussions with cemetery body

3 weeks ago | westernadvocate.com.au | Rachel Chamberlain

BATHURST Regional Council will soon meet with village groups in an effort to collaborate on the future of the region's rural cemeteries. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading50% off EOFY SaleAll articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperCrosswords, Sudoku and TriviaAt its May 2025 ordinary meeting, the council supported a mayoral minute proposing the meeting with village groups to discuss the future cemetery operations in these areas.

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