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Jan 17, 2020 · Bathurst is Australia's oldest inland settlement and many of the historic buildings are now cafes and restaurants. The library at Bishop's Court Estate boutique hotel in Bathurst.
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Today Bathurst is still an important inland city. It is well known for its car racing events and farming history, and is the birthplace of former Australian Prime Minister Ben Chifley. Read a longer version of this Defining Moment on the National Museum of Australia’s website.
Sep 21, 2022 · The discovery began the Australian gold rushes and Bathurst prospered in the following decades. Today it is still one of the most important inland cities in New South Wales, famous for motor racing, agriculture and as the birthplace of one of Australia’s greatest prime ministers Ben Chifley.
Feb 22, 2024 · Set on the banks of the Macquarie-Wambuul River, Bathurst and surrounds offers a wide range of places to discover: from heritage architecture, museums, award-winning distilleries and breweries, and quaint historic townships. Here are our top 10 things to see and do in the Bathurst region.
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The first purpose-built regional gallery in NSW, Bathurst Regional Art Gallery (BRAG)houses a wide collection of contemporary art, but it’s not the only place to admire artistic works or local heritage… Go on a walk and explore the city’s heritage-listed architecture, such as the grand Victorian Bathurst Court House and Abercrombie House, a mansion...
The annual six-day Bathurst 1000 is arguably the highlight of Bathurst’s racing calendar, and brings a torrent of revheads to town. But there are plenty more events on Mount Panorama each year, such as Bathurst Autofest. And even if your trip doesn’t coincide with any races, you can still visit the National Motor Racing Museum, and even drive on th...
From Bathurst it’s an hour’s drive to the limestone Jenolan Caves, or a 30-minute drive to the vast gardens of Mayfield.
Go off-road with Detour Adventures, which offers full- and half-day 4WD trips deep into the local bush, where you might spy kangaroos, wallabies or echidna. The operator and its offshoot, Bathurst Tours, also offer seasonal mushroom foraging trips and a plethora of other, more bespoke, options. On the third Saturday of each month outside of winter,...
Bathurst’s economy was transformed by the discovery of gold in 1851. One illustration of the prosperity gold brought to Bathurst is the growth and status of hotels and inns. The first licensed inn within the township was opened in 1835, the Highland Laddie.
Dec 5, 2021 · The Bathurst 1000 is more than just a 161-lap race around Mount Panorama. It's about the gathering of people, year on year, and the new connections they build across a weekend of jam-packed action.
