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Major restoration locked in for the historic Machattie Park fountain

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

A LOCAL contractor has been tasked with the job of restoring the Crago Fountain. SALE ON NOW! Tap into unlimited access or signup to continue reading All articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxInteractive Crosswords, Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other in your areaThe iconic fountain, which has been in Machattie Park since 1890, is showing signs of wear and tear.
Campaign suspended as Dutton's flying visit to Calare takes a hit

2 days ago | westernadvocate.com.au | Nick McGrath |Nick Mcgrath

Peter Dutton has suspended political campaigning for Tuesday following the death of Pope Francis. SALE ON NOW! Tap into unlimited access or signup to continue reading All articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxInteractive Crosswords, Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other in your areaHis Holiness died at 7.35am on Easter Monday, April 21.
Shopping centre's new tenant: speech pathologist prepares for big move

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

A BIGGER, accessible space and better parking: it's the perfect combination that has seen Westpoint chosen as the next home for EnhanceABILITY.
Pre-poll map: all the places in Calare you can go to cast your vote early

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

THE federal election is less than two weeks away, which means there are now opportunities for people to cast their vote early.
'There should be transparency': Cranston's concerns with draft heritage plan

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

COUNCILLOR Natalie Cranston is approaching Bathurst council's draft heritage plan with hesistancy, concerned about the possible cost implications.
Driver killed in horror crash after car leaves road and is engulfed in flames

4 days ago | westernadvocate.com.au | Nick McGrath |Nick Mcgrath

The driver of a vehicle that left the road, crashed and caught fire has died. SALE ON NOW! Tap into unlimited access or signup to continue reading All articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxInteractive Crosswords, Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other in your areaEmergency services were called to Canowindra Road around 7.45am on Easter Sunday, April 20 after reports of a crash at the scene.
'It's like a trophy piece': see inside Palm Springs-inspired home in Kelso

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

IT'S new, it's private, and you'd be hard-pressed to find anything quite like it in Bathurst. SALE ON NOW! Tap into unlimited access or signup to continue reading All articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxInteractive Crosswords, Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other in your areaSitting at 26 Sunbright Road is the five-bedroom, two-bathroom home that will have you feeling like you're living in a luxury resort.
Councillors split over what to do about rural cemeteries amid cost concerns

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

COUNCILLORS are at odds over the future of Bathurst's rural cemeteries, with the chamber in a five-four split over the latest report from council staff.
Wright slams council's budget process, refuses to support exhibiting draft

1 week ago | westernadvocate.com.au | Rachel Chamberlain

COUNCILLOR Sophie Wright has hit out at Bathurst Regional Council's budget process, claiming she was not part of the discussions and there was not enough time to consider the draft budget documents.
Katter drops in to the Central West to help Gee push farmer-friendly agenda

1 week ago | westernadvocate.com.au | Rachel Chamberlain

MEMBER for Calare Andrew Gee wants to put a stop to development on prime agricultural land, preserving it for farming purposes.