Rachel Chamberlain

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Senior Journalist at Western Advocate

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Articles

Icon who helped to forever tie two cities together honoured with an OAM

13 hours 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

2 days 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

2 days 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 days 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 days 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 days 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 days 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

4 days 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.
'I don't think it is a reality': the barrier to a car park near the hospital

5 days ago | westernadvocate.com.au | Rachel Chamberlain

BUDGET limitations will likely mean that calls for a multi-storey car park opposite Bathurst's public hospital will go unanswered. 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 TriviaThat is the opinion of acting mayor Ben Fry, who says increasing health services at the hospital has been made the priority of the $200 redevelopment.
Save time, save costs: council's offer to simplify the development process

5 days ago | westernadvocate.com.au | Rachel Chamberlain

BATHURST council is offering the expertise of its staff to proponents who want to get their development applications (DAs) right the first time. Subscribe now for unlimited access.