Community Keeping up in the community Enablement Services is out and about in the community, with smiles all around. At Enablement it’s all about connection, confidence, and community Cara Kemp > 14 Sep 2025
Community Big events coming at Club Cowra BUFFET BREAKFASTClub Cowra this week launched or Buffet Breakfast. Open Tuesday- Friday from 7am and Saturday Sunday from 8am the buffet will feature all you favourite brekky treats. Walk in or book ahead. LGBTQ+ NIGHT OUTCowra’s LGBTQ+ community... Cara Kemp > 14 Sep 2025
Community Bell Beats Festival turns up the volume CONTRIBUTEDThe countdown is on for Bell Beats Music and Arts Festival, and this week we’re turning the spotlight on the powerhouse performers set to electrify the stage. From ARIA-winning soul to indie-folk fire and country-rock charisma, our... Cara Kemp > 14 Sep 2025
Community Bell Beats Festival turns up the volume CONTRIBUTEDThe countdown is on for Bell Beats Music and Arts Festival, and this week we’re turning the spotlight on the powerhouse performers set to electrify the stage. From ARIA-winning soul to indie-folk fire and country-rock charisma, our... Cara Kemp > 14 Sep 2025
Community Leisure, laughter and learning for over 50s The Cowra & District Senior Citizens Club is inviting locals aged 50+ to drop in, try something new, and meet friendly faces. With activities running every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, plus gentle exercise and trivia twice a week, there’s always... Cara Kemp > 14 Sep 2025
Community Real estate market is blooming Spring has once again brought renewed energy to the real estate market, with blooming gardens, greener streetscapes and increased stock creating the perfect conditions for buyers and sellers. With recent interest rate reductions and changes to first... Cara Kemp > 14 Sep 2025
Community Power restored after outage affects over 1,600 customers An unplanned power outage left more than 1,600 Cowra residents without electricity on Sunday night after powerlines came down. The outage began around 8:50pm on last Wednesday evening, impacting 1,627 customers. Initial reports suggested a truck may... Annabel Cusack > 14 Sep 2025
Community Reach out and start a conversation Every September, Australians are reminded of the power of a simple question: “Are you OK?” What may seem like just three small words can carry enormous weight, especially for those silently struggling with life’s challenges. R U OK? Day is not... Cara Kemp > 14 Sep 2025
Community Dorothy Flannery celebrated 100 years The Cowra community is celebrating a remarkable milestone as Dorothy Flannery, a much-loved and deeply respected matriarch, marks her 100th birthday. Surrounded by her large and devoted family, Dorothy’s centenary is not only a moment of joy for... Cara Kemp > 14 Sep 2025
Community Reach out and start a conversation Every September, Australians are reminded of the power of a simple question: “Are you OK?” What may seem like just three small words can carry enormous weight, especially for those silently struggling with life’s challenges. R U OK? Day is not... Cara Kemp > 14 Sep 2025
Community Dorothy Flannery celebrated 100 years The Cowra community is celebrating a remarkable milestone as Dorothy Flannery, a much-loved and deeply respected matriarch, marks her 100th birthday. Surrounded by her large and devoted family, Dorothy’s centenary is not only a moment of joy for... Cara Kemp > 14 Sep 2025
Community Country fun at the Woodstock Show Families from all over gathered in Woodstock on Sunday for the annual Woodstock Show, held on Father’s Day. The event featured classic favourites including livestock displays, woodchopping, rides, food stalls, and live entertainment Cara Kemp > 14 Sep 2025
Community In Cowra: Shed Happens WITH ROB SANSUMSo far we’ve seen sort of a sunny start to Spring. Still a bit chilly of a morning. If you need a hand to stay warm and something to light your fire, the men at the shed have wood and tools. Tools too many and wood at only $5 for a 10kg... Dan Ryan > 14 Sep 2025
Community Cowra to Carlisle For Cowra country boy Jack Harper, a career that began with Allan Gray & Co in the familiar paddocks and saleyards of the Lachlan Valley has now taken him halfway across the world. Over halfway into his overseas adventure, Mr Harper is working with... Cara Kemp > 14 Sep 2025
Community Cabonne Shire bridges and causes the first focus MEDIA RELEASECabonne Shire has begun major disaster recovery works to rebuild and strengthen transport infrastructure damaged during the devastating 2022 floods, with bridges and causeways the first focus of a multi million dollar upgrade. The floods... Cara Kemp > 14 Sep 2025
Community Nangamay Ngura, winner of the 2025 Calleen Art Award The Calleen Art Award 2025 has been awarded to Konstantina for her breathtaking painting Nangamay Ngura, a work that captivated judges with its technical mastery and emotional resonance. The announcement was made during the Calleen Art Award... Cara Kemp > 07 Sep 2025
Community Homegrown talent to shine at Bell Beats The countdown is on for the Bell Beats Music & Arts Festival, set to take place over the Saturday of the October long weekend in Cowra. While big names such as Budjerah, Steph Strings, and Stewart Barton are already turning heads on the lineup, this... Cara Kemp > 07 Sep 2025
Community Community spirit high for Canowindra Show The Canowindra Show will return on Friday, 26 and Saturday, 27 September 2025. Known for celebrating local talent, agriculture, and country spirit, this year’s event promises to be one of the most comprehensive yet, with almost every section of... Cara Kemp > 07 Sep 2025
Community Walking with purpose Canowindra local Annette Thomas has taken on a heartfelt challenge this month, walking 175 kilometers as part of the “Step Up to Breast Cancer” challenge. Beginning on August 1, Ms Thomas has already completed over 65 kilometers, with the... Cara Kemp > 31 Aug 2025
Community VP Day and Vietnam Veterans Day Commemorations CONTRIBUTED by Cowra RSL Sub BranchOn Friday 15th August a small group of Cowra RSL sub-Branch members and community representatives gathered at the Cenotaph to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Pacific Day. RSL sub-Branch... Dan Ryan > 31 Aug 2025
Community Big events coming at Club Cowra BUFFET BREAKFASTClub Cowra this week launched or Buffet Breakfast. Open Tuesday- Friday from 7am and Saturday Sunday from 8am the buffet will feature all you favourite brekky treats. Walk in or book ahead. KENNY ROGERS SHOWSinger Graham Toole Hits... Cara Kemp > 31 Aug 2025
Community Cowra Public School celebrates book week Cowra Public School had fun during their annual Book Week street parade. Students from Kindergarten to Year 6 showed off their costumes in a fun and colourful display Cara Kemp > 31 Aug 2025
Community Gear up for another big Cowra Show The Cowra Show Society is preparing for another big year, with President Trish Gundersen reflecting on the success of last year’s event and sharing plans for 2025. Set to be in the later months of the year, the Cowra Spring Show will be on Friday... Cara Kemp > 31 Aug 2025
Community A page well turned as Cowra Rotary opens bookstore The Cowra Rotary Club has officially opened its new second-hand bookshop, a project designed to create a new revenue stream for community initiatives while providing a hub for connection and learning. The launch was celebrated with the support of... Cara Kemp > 31 Aug 2025
Community CWA Evening Branch notes News from Cowra Evening CWAMember Anne Jeffery introduced the guest speaker at our August meeting, Janet Sprigge from Orange. Janet had lived in Cowra for 20 years with her husband, Geoffrey Sprigge. Before this Janet lived in other countries where... Dan Ryan > 31 Aug 2025
Community Rotary second hand bookshop opening Friday ROTARY SECOND HAND BOOKSHOP OPENING FRIDAY. The Cowra Rotary Club second hand Bookshop will open on Friday 22nd August at 10.00am. The Shop is located at 173 Kendal St, Cowra, opposite the Railway Hotel and will carry an extensive range of books both... Dan Ryan > 24 Aug 2025
Community Throwback Thursday: Industry and innovation More than four decades ago, Cowra’s reputation as a rural heartland grew into a centre of innovation, industry and culture. Following years of the Edgells-Simplot canning factory operating as a hub for preserving fresh, local, food, the opening of... Dan Ryan > 24 Aug 2025
