Business After Hours Event
2026-02-17 18:00 - 20:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | El Guapo, 49 Keppel Street, Bathurst
February Business After Hours
The Bathurst Business Chamber invites members and prospective members to attend its first After Hours event of 2026.
The year’s opening event will be hosted by El Guapo, who will share insights into their business, the services they offer, and the ways they support the local community. This event provides an excellent opportunity to learn more about a local business while connecting with Bathurst’s vibrant business community.
What attendees can expect:

Insights from El Guapo into their business and services

Networking with local business owners, leaders, and professionals

Opportunities for collaboration and mutual support

An engaging, informative, and social start to the year

Date & Time: Tuesday, 17 February 2026, from 6:00 pmAddress: 49 Keppel Street, Bathurst NSW 2795
RSVP HERE
The event is open to all current Chamber members as well as prospective members, making it an ideal opportunity to reconnect after the holiday break, expand professional networks, and learn how the Chamber can support local businesses in 2026 and beyond.
Whether long-standing members or those considering joining, all are warmly welcomed to attend the Chamber’s first event of the year.

International Women's Day Comedy Night
2026-03-05 17:30 - 20:30 | Keystone 1889, 99 Keppel Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Celebrate International Women’s Day with a night of laughter, connection and celebration at a special Comedy Evening, hosted by Central West Women’s Health Centre in conjunction with Central West Comedy and Bathurst Women’s Network.

Enjoy an incredible evening of comedy featuring the hilarious Mandy Nolan and Ellen Briggs, bringing sharp wit, big laughs and powerful storytelling to the stage.

Thursday 5th of March
5.30pm
Keystone, 99 Keppel Street, Bathurst
$50 per person – includes light refreshments

Gather your friends for a fantastic night out celebrating women and enjoy an uplifting evening of comedy, connection and community.

TICKETS HERE

Welcome to Bathurst Lunch March 2026
2026-03-22 11:30 - 13:30 | nsw
Welcome to Bathurst Lunch March 2026
New resident to Bathurst? Come along to our Welcome to Bathurst Lunch!
To help you settle in we’d love to shout you lunch and introduce ourselves.
Anyone new to Bathurst over the past two years is welcome to join us.
There is a free gift provided to each new household attending.
WHEN: Sunday 22nd March 2026
TIME: 11:30am – 1:30pm
WHERE: Morse Park, near the Bathurst Visitor Information Centre
Want to attend? Fill out the form below by Sunday 15th March 2026
Can’t make it? Let us know and we will invite you to the next one! Email us live@bathurst.nsw.gov.au

Grant Writing Workshop
2026-04-29 15:00 - 17:00 | Bathurst Panthers
Join us for a free grant writing workshop
The Economic Development team at Bathurst Regional Council is pleased to present a FREE grant writing workshop.
The workshop is open to local businesses and community groups interested in learning more about the grant writing process.
The workshop will cover the key tips on how to prepare and submit funding applications, including:

assessing if you are grant ready
how to search for the right grant
ensuring you meet the criteria
where to find support for your application
navigating the Bathurst Grants Hub

Time: 3.00pm-5.00pm
Date: Wednesday 29 April 2026
Where: Skyline Room, Bathurst Panthers, 132 Piper Street Bathurst
Cost: FREE

Register for our free Grant Workshop April 2026

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Canva Masterclass
2026-05-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Upstairs Startup and Co-Working Hub, 203 - 209 Russell Street, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Join our Canva Masterclass and learn how to create polished, on-brand content (without the overwhelm).
You’ll learn:
✨ How to build your brand kit
✨ Free vs Pro – what you actually need
✨ Creating posts, reels & templates
✨ Canva AI tools to save you time
🎟 Free event (registration essential)
👉 Book here: https://events.humanitix.com/beginners-level-canva-masterclass-bathurst
☕ Light refreshments included
Perfect for small business owners, marketers, and anyone wanting to boost their online presence.
Delivered by Regional Development Australia Central West, with support from Bathurst Regional Council

2026 Bathurst Careers Expo
2026-07-29 09:00 - 15:00 | Charles Sturt University Gymnasium Bathurst, Village Drive, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
Bathurst Careers Expo
Proudly sponsored by Charles Sturt University
Explore your future at the Bathurst Careers Expo — a fantastic opportunity to connect with employers, education providers, and industry representatives to discuss career and study pathways.
With over 80 exhibitors in attendance, the Expo brings together educational institutions and small to large businesses from across the Central West, all in one place.
Date: Wednesday, 29 July 2026Time: 9.00am – 2.00pmLocation: Charles Sturt University Gymnasium

Become an Exhibitor
Interested in exhibiting at the Bathurst Careers Expo?
The Expo attracts over 1,000 job seekers and school leavers, making it an excellent opportunity to promote career pathways and employment opportunities to a wide and diverse audience — free of charge.
Download: 2026 Bathurst Careers Expo Exhibitor Information Pack
Register here: July 2026 Bathurst Careers Expo

Sponsorship Opportunities
A range of sponsorship packages are available to suit different budgets and objectives, offering valuable exposure and promotional opportunities throughout the event.
Download: 2026 Sponsorship Prospectus

Advertising Vacant Positions
Businesses from Bathurst and across the Central West will have the opportunity to advertise vacant positions at the Expo. Further details will be provided closer to the event.

Contact Us
For more information about the Bathurst Careers Expo, please contact:
Erin Peacock – 0497 843 287 – erin.peacock@bathurst.nsw.gov.au
Major Sponsor

New Resident Welcome Lunch
2026-11-01 11:30 - 13:30 | Bathurst Visitor Information Centre, 1 Kendall Ave, Bathurst, NSW, 2795, Australia
New to Bathurst? Let Us Shout You Lunch!
Moving to a new city is a big step, and we’d love to help make Bathurst feel like home.
Join us for a relaxed New Resident Welcome Lunch where you can meet other newcomers, chat with Council staff, and discover the many community groups, services and opportunities that make Bathurst such a great place to live.

Event Details
Date: Sunday 1 November 2026
Time: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Location: Morse Park, near the Bathurst Visitor Information Centre
Cost: Free —lunch is on us
Register here

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