About The Central West – NSW

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• Bathurst Shire Council

Located in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales, the city of Bathurst is one of Australia’s oldest inland settlements and serves as a key regional hub approximately 200 kilometres west of Sydney.

Mild to cold winters with warm to occasionally hot summers Renowned for its rich colonial history, strong agricultural base and vibrant education sector, Bathurst supports a diverse economy built on grazing, cropping, manufacturing, government services and tertiary education, anchored by Charles Sturt University.

The region is internationally recognised for the iconic Bathurst 1000 held annually at Mount Panorama Circuit, drawing visitors from across Australia. With a blend of heritage architecture, modern infrastructure and a growing population, Bathurst offers an attractive balance of rural lifestyle, commercial opportunity and connectivity to major markets.