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Arts Outwest Arts OutWest is the regional arts development organisation of Central West NSW Aust. Wirdjuri Country Find us at www.artsoutwest.org.au

Arts OutWest is the regional arts organisation of Central West NSW Australia. We promote, educate, facilitate and advocate for arts and cultural development for the communities of Bathurst Region, Blayney, Cabonne, Cowra, Forbes, Lachlan, Lithgow, Mid-Western Region, Oberon, Orange, Parkes and Weddin. Arts OutWest is supported by the NSW state government through Create NSW, by the 12 local councils in our area, the Australian Government through IVAIS and by Charles Sturt University.

16/10/2026

On the road... at the Newbridge Art Show opening tonight, as part of Spring into Art.

Also lovely to catch p with so many Blayney Shire artists including lots of the Out of the Studio visual artist networking regulars.

Exhibition all weekend at the showground, music in venues all over town. Newbridge village

Meant to take more pics but was chatting! - Maryanne, Communications

OPPORTUNITIES ALERT // Thrive on a deadline? Need a new challenge? Need funding?We've gathered together all the arts and...
16/10/2026

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14/10/2026

So much more than an art workshop.
It’s belonging.
It’s being seen as an artist.
Meet the artists of Accessible Artistry.

DONATE to the Arts OutWest Cultural Fund to support activities just like this.
www.artsoutwest.org.au/donate/

Accessible Artistry is supported by generous donations from Suppoya. This film by Henry Simmons. This fundraising project has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body.

Good news for our MILLTOWN film and project. 1. The 2025 project has been nominated for a Museums & Galleries of NSW IMA...
14/10/2026

Good news for our MILLTOWN film and project.

1. The 2025 project has been nominated for a Museums & Galleries of NSW IMAGinE Awards (Engagement Programs) with Museums Bathurst.

2. The resulting film has been selected for screening this weekend at New England Regional Film Festival in Armidale (screening Sat 17 Oct).

MILLTOWN is a new living history film work that celebrates the people of the historic Milltown area of Bathurst, and their connection to place and communities of the past, through the lens of the present.

A project between Arts OutWest and Chifley Home and Education Centre, the film features interviews with Bathurst locals who lived in the Milltown / South Bathurst area in the 20th century. Their memories are woven together with personal film footage and with stories of Ben and Elizabeth Chifley to create a beautiful celebration of life by the railways.

Filmed and edited by Henry Simmons
Produced by Arts OutWest and

Learn more about the project a watch the film here: https://artsoutwest.org.au/pf/milltown-films/

13/10/2026

Big thanks Orange Regional Gallery for the behind the scenes look at the collection today as part of the BLAKview critical writing residency, especially the chance to see some of the works by First Nations artists

13/10/2026

BLAKview critical writing 3-day residential underway today at Orange Regional Gallery

It’s on this weekend – Spring into Art at Newbridge!The artworks are in and hanging has begun for the 5th annual Newbrid...
12/10/2026

It’s on this weekend – Spring into Art at Newbridge!

The artworks are in and hanging has begun for the 5th annual Newbridge Art Show. This year there were over 230 entries – the largest number ever – from artists across the state. All artworks are for sale so if you fall in love with a piece while you’re strolling the show, it could be coming home with you.

Spring is a perfect time to enjoy Newbridge. Park at the showground, visit the art show and then stroll through the village enjoying the sights and, most importantly, the musical sounds.

There are still spaces available for the Newbridge Art Show accessible viewing day on Wednesday October 14. If you are in a group which would prefer a private and unhurried viewing opportunity, contact the organisers via the website to book your timeslot.

Landscape workshops at Barry Community Hall will be led by David Isbester on Thursday 15th and Friday 16th and artists are welcome to attend both days.

The art show opening night begins at 6pm on Friday at the Newbridge Showground and continues at the Church of the Blessed Sacrament for concert ticketholders. Simon Tedeschi and George Washingmachine, with their special guest Clare O’Meara, will dazzle and entertain with jazz and Latin classics from The Great American Songbook. Your concert ticket gets you entry to the art show opening as well.

Saturday October 17 starts with a portrait photography workshop with Martin Ryan, continues with a stagecraft workshop for musicians run by George Washingmachine and Clare O’Meara, and features free musical performances in the art show itself, at the showground, the church, the Olde Bridge Gallery and The Gladstone Hotel.

On Sunday there is a beginner photography workshop with Carolyn Hide and more free music throughout the village until the art show closes at 3pm.

For concert and workshop tickets, and to see the full musical program go to www.newbridgeartshow.com

Image 1: George Washingmachine demonstrates his stagecraft and then teaches it © Carolyn Hide

Image 2: Newbridge Art Show is ready to shine © Carolyn Hide

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Spring into Art in Newbridge is supported by an Arts OutWest Cultural Fund microgrant. Donations to the cultural fund for 2027 grants are open: https://artsoutwest.org.au/donate/

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Blg 1454, Charles Sturt University
Bathurst, NSW
2795

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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