Bathurst Business Chamber

19/06/2026

🏆 Nominations are now open for the 2026 Carillon Business Awards! 🏆

It’s time to celebrate the businesses, leaders, employees and innovators who make Bathurst one of the best places to live, work and do business.

Whether you’re a business owner, an outstanding employee, a young leader, or know someone making a real difference in our community, now is the time to put their achievements in the spotlight.

These awards recognise excellence, innovation, customer service, leadership and the incredible contribution local businesses make to our region.

✨ Nominate yourself, your team, a colleague or a local business today.

📅 Nominations are now open
🌐 Nominate at: www.bathurstbusiness.com.au

Let’s celebrate the people and businesses driving Bathurst forward.

17/06/2026

🎆 A New Year’s Eve Celebration Like Never Before! 🎆

The Bathurst Business Chamber is excited to announce a brand-new community event for New Year’s Eve 2026 – the Bathurst RSL Fireworks at Mount Panorama!

For the first time, Mount Panorama will become the backdrop to a spectacular fireworks display, creating an unforgettable experience for residents and visitors as we welcome in the New Year together.

Proudly supported by Bathurst RSL Club and delivered in partnership with Bathurst Regional Council, this family-friendly event will bring our community together at one of Australia’s most iconic locations.

✨ Fireworks
🎶 Live Entertainment
🍔 Food Vendors
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Activities
🎉 Community Celebrations

This exciting new event is the result of collaboration between local businesses, community organisations, Council, and supporters who share a vision of creating a vibrant and welcoming celebration for our region.

A huge thank you to Bathurst RSL Club and all sponsors and community partners who have already come on board to help make this event possible.

More details, including event times, entertainment announcements, sponsorship opportunities and viewing locations, will be released in the coming months.

Let’s make history together and start a new Bathurst tradition at Mount Panorama! 🎇

14/06/2026

🚀 Join us for the next Bathurst Business Chamber event!

Whether you’re a business owner, manager, entrepreneur, professional, or simply looking to expand your network, this is a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded people from across the Bathurst region.

Our Chamber events are designed to bring the local business community together, creating opportunities to build relationships, share ideas, hear from industry leaders, and stay informed about what’s happening across our region’s business landscape.

💼 Make valuable connections
🤝 Grow your professional network
📈 Gain insights to support your business
🌟 Be part of Bathurst’s thriving business community

We welcome both Chamber members and prospective members to attend.

Secure your ticket today via the link below and join us for an evening of networking, collaboration and conversation.

29/05/2026

19/05/2026

✨ 2026 CARILLON BUSINESS AWARDS – CATEGORY RELEASE ✨

The Bathurst Business Chamber is proud to officially announce the categories for the 2026 Carillon Business Awards, proudly Electrified by Kelso Electrical.

This year sees the introduction of several NEW Excellence in Customer Service categories, recognising the businesses and individuals who go above and beyond for their customers every single day.

⭐ NEW & highlighted categories include:
• Excellence in Customer Service – Hair & Beauty
• Excellence in Customer Service – Retail
• Excellence in Customer Service – Hospitality, Food & Beverage
• Excellence in Customer Service – Trade, Services & Motor Industry
• Excellence in customer service - Realestate
• People’s Choice Bathurst’s Favourite Agent

From small business to industry leaders, community organisations to young entrepreneurs — the 2026 awards will celebrate the people helping shape Bathurst’s thriving business community.

🏆 Nominations opening soon
📍 Stay tuned for launch details, key dates and how to enter

18/05/2026

⚡ The 2026 Carillon Business Awards are almost here ⚡

Proudly presented by the Bathurst Business Chamber and electrified by Kelso Electrical Pty Ltd.

Tomorrow night we officially launch the 2026 awards program, celebrating the outstanding businesses, leaders, employees and innovators that continue to power our region forward.

Today, we begin revealing this year’s award categories 👀🏆

Stay tuned throughout the day as we announce the categories and showcase the opportunities for local businesses and individuals to be recognised for excellence.

15/05/2026

Well done Karla and team! 🤩

✨ And we’re kicking off the night with a big congratulations to Macquarie Medi Spa - winner of the Employer of Choice Award for 20 Employees & Under. 🏆

Based in Bathurst, this locally owned clinic delivers everything from advanced skin treatments to personalised wellness experiences, but it’s what’s happening behind the scenes that really sets them apart.

With a strong focus on flexibility, professional growth and genuine care for their people, they’ve created a workplace where employees feel supported, valued and empowered.

A fantastic start to the night - congratulations to the whole team! 👏✨

Paul Toole MP Bathurst Business Chamber

15/05/2026

Congratulations Andrew! 🙌🏼

🎉 A big congratulations to Andrew Kelly from Kenny Spring Solicitors, winner of the Outstanding Business Leader Award (20 Employees & under) at the Western NSW Business Awards!🏆

Supported by Telstra, this award celebrates leaders driving vision, innovation and strong direction and Andrew is a fantastic example.

While Andrew couldn’t be with us tonight, we were thrilled to have Matthew Pell accept on his behalf.

Congratulations, Andrew - a brilliant achievement! 👏

Paul Toole MP Bathurst Business Chamber

15/05/2026

Congratulations Narelle! 🙌🏼

🎉 What an incredible evening celebrating regional leadership!

Congratulations to Narelle Stocks from Skillset, winner of the Outstanding Business Leader Award (21 employees & over) at the Western NSW Business Awards.👏✨

Proudly supported by Telstra, this award highlights leaders who shape the future through strong vision and innovation, and Narelle embodies this perfectly.

Since stepping into her CEO role in 2023, Narelle has led meaningful change across one of the region’s largest workforce organisations - bringing clarity, direction and a strong people-first focus.

Her balanced, thoughtful leadership is making a real difference across both her organisation and the wider community.

A very deserving winner - congratulations, Narelle! 🙌

Paul Toole MP Bathurst Business Chamber

13/04/2026

We are excited to announce our Finalists for the 2026 Western NSW Business Awards, proudly supported by our Major Partner 123 Tix!

Congratulations to all our finalists - we can't wait to see you in Orange on Friday, 15 May.

We would also like to give a big shout‑out to everyone who entered the awards this year. We received our highest number of entries to date, and the competition was incredibly tough. Every business that entered should be extremely proud of their achievements and the contribution they make to the Western NSW business community.

The full list of finalists can be found here: https://www.businessnsw.com/events/2026-business-awards/western-nsw