BINC offers an information and referral service that helps people find information they need on:- community services, local associations, self help groups and leisure activities.

It is a great place for those who are new to Bathurst and want to access local networks and services; also for those who have a need or query and are not sure where to go for help or support.

For those who wish to expand their interests and activities or wish to contribute to the community through volunteering, BINC can help you investigate the possibilities.

BINC is your Community Centre and you are welcome to pop in for a cuppa and a chat, change the baby or wait for an appointment.

Resources BINC can also send faxes, photocopy and laminate documents etc and offer free access to a computer

Meeting Rooms BINC has a variety of spaces available for community groups.

The following services are provided through BINC to the community of Bathurst. Some are voluntary while others receive some funding.

Community Visitors Scheme, which co-ordinates volunteers to visit residents in Nursing Homes.

DIAS (Disability, Information and Advocacy Service) is a family support and advocacy service for people with disabilities and for their families.

Experienced Hands..a program to encourage intergenerational volunteering.

Encore. a Gentle Exercise Program for Women After Breast Cancer.

Friendly Visitors Scheme. Volunteers visit isolated people in their own homes.

Home Maintenance and Modification, provides modifications to the homes of frail aged and disabled people wishing to remain in their own homes.

International Friendship Group provides support and friendship and a social network to people who have come to Bathurst from other countries.

Legal Aid Orange provides an outreach service to Bathurst one-day per fortnight. BINC takes bookings and provides support to the clients.

Merit Program (Magistrates Early Referral Into Treatment) Merit is a local court program for defendants who have committed drug related crimes

Migrant Support Service provides information and support to migrants moving into the Central West area.

No Interest Loans Scheme Provides loans of up to $800 for low income earners who are on Social Security benefits and who live in the local area.

Pregnancy Caring Supports those who experience stress or difficulty ( not medical) over pregnancy or with a new baby.

Side by Side. A program to link people with a disability to volunteering options with the support of a volunteer mentor.

Toy Library. The Happy Hopper Toy Library at BINC offers access to good quality toys and puzzles to children from 0 to 5 years.

University of the Third Age. An education program for the “over 50s

Volunteering Bathurst Interviews volunteers & refers them to appropriate organisations.

Volunteering Central West provides resources and training to volunteer organisations in the region.

Voluntary Work Initiative Supports long term unemployed people, and places them in appropriate voluntary work situations