Regional

Canowindra Bowls

Firstly we would like to express our sympathy to the Bryant family on the recent passing of Ronnie Bryant. Ronnie born the 27/3/1956 and passed on the 26/2/2025 aged 69. Ronnie has been a helpful to the Canowindra club over many years and will sorely...

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Bowls

40th Annual Cowra Festival 4’s was a hit

As expected, the 40th Annual Cowra Festival 4’s was highly successful again. After six gruelling rounds the undefeated winners were the team of Dick Jeffries, Josh Andriske, Al Andriske and Cooper McMullen from Dubbo, with the only other...

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Sport

How dance enhances kindergarten development

Dance education offers tremendous benefits for kindergarten students, supporting their development across physical, social, and emotional domains. Cowra Ballet School, with its comprehensive range of dance styles, provides an ideal environment for...

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Sport

How dance enhances kindergarten development

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Rugby Union

Preseason trial matches coming quick for the Canowindra Pythons

The Canowindra Pythons will participate in the CWRU 2025 preseason trial matches, which will provide a valuable opportunity to assess fitness levels, refine skills, and build team cohesion ahead of the new season. Their first match is set for March...

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14 hours ago

AFL

Come and try days at the Cowra Blues

The recent Come and Try Days for the Cowra Blues proved to be a success. The days have introduced new players to the sport and reinforced the club’s commitment to fun, inclusivity, and community engagement. Club President Jack Stott emphasised the...

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Sport

Miss Nikki back to teach the girls

BY Cowra Dance FactoryCowra Dance Factory welcomed back ex-student Nicola Carter into the studio this week. Nicola was a student of CDF throughout her high school years. After graduating high school Nicola went on to study dance at the prestigious...

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Rugby League

Forbes took the win at the Western Challenge

The Western Challenge XIV took place on Sunday, March 9, at Tom Clyburn Oval in Canowindra, where teams battled it out under hot conditions in a packed day of League Tag. The tournament featured four pools of teams, with Pool A consisting of Manildr...

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Sport

Stingrays compete at Speedo Sprints

The Stingrays swim team put on a phenomenal display at the Speedo Sprints held at SOPAC, with every swimmer achieving personal bests in their races. Competing against some fast and talented swimmers, the team showcased their speed and skill in the...

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Rugby League

Forbes took the win at the Western Challenge

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Sport

Stingrays compete at Speedo Sprints

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News

It’s festival time नमस्ते

It’s nearly time to say namaste, and celebrate guest country India for the 2025 Festival of International Understanding. Work has already begun on bringing a little bit of India to the streets of Cowra, with rangoli workshops, trivia and curry...

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14 hours ago

Community

Southwest CWA news

CONTRIBUTEDSouthwest Group held their council meeting at Young CWA rooms today 6th March. Several items were up for discussion, one unfortunately the closure of Quandialla branch. Young branch ladies provided a wonderful morning tea and lunch. After...

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Arts and Entertainment

Fire up the grill for BBQ Masters 2025

BBQ MASTERS at the Welcome to Canowindra Street PartyTongs are being test clicked, and spices are being prepped as BBQ masters gears up for another year in Gaskill Street. Get ready to fire up the grill and showcase your BBQ skills at the Canowindr...

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News

Residents invited to water security projects.

Residents of the Central West are being invited to explore proposed water infrastructure projects aimed at improving water supply, securing water availability, and enhancing drought resilience in the region. The Belubula Water Security Project, with...

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News

Woodstock Bowlo opens its doors

The Woodstock Bowling Club has re-opened for visitors and locals, breathing new life to the well-loved venue on Waugoola Street. Operated by volunteers, with plenty of opportunities for qualified bar staff and hospitalities heroes to lend a hand, the...

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Health

‘Outside time’ crucial in battle against myopia

Children could be at risk of missing out on essential eye care, according to new data from health insurer Bupa. Optometrists surveyed revealed that 27 per cent of children who underwent an eye test in 2024 were myopic, or near-sighted, prompting...

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News

Ability Network opens its doors

The Ability Network has welcomed the community to their newest Community Hub, with innovative support facilities to empower clients and carers from across the community. During a ribbon cutting ceremony held on March 12, Ability Network Chief...

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14 hours ago

Rural

Cowra saleyards report, March 12

By Rob Pearce, market reporter at Meat and Livestock AustraliaLamb supply increased and quality was more varied this week with the supplementary fed lambs in top condition while the remainder tended to show signs of dryness. There were mainly trade...

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News

Cowra boosts drought resilience with new 26 km pipeline

For the first time, Cowra locals will have access to bore water during times of drought following the completion of a new 26-kilometre pipeline. The pipeline, which runs from the Billimari bore fields to the Lachlan River Pump Station, is the final...

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Arts and Entertainment

Cabonne calls for entries in Acquisitive Art Prize

Entries in the 2025 Cabonne Acquisitive Art Prize are now open. This annual art prize and exhibition aims to foster a sense of identity, pride and place in Cabonne, encouraging and showcasing the high calibre of creative talent in the region. Entries...

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News

Gov urges responsible donations after cyclone

As communities impacted by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred begin clean-up and recovery efforts, there are warnings to remain vigilant against potential fundraising scams to ensure you’re not wasting your donation. NSW Fair Trading has warned donors...

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Council

“Terrific”: Unmarked graves to receive care as council fees waived for students

Cowra’s councillors have voted unanimously to reduce the cost of creating and placing headstones on unmarked graves, as part of a TAFE course encouraged to promote working opportunities in the community. Councillors voted at a general committee...

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AFL

Darcy’s bid for national title

Every Easter, the country’s best young auctioneers put their skills to the test under the bright lights of the Sydney Royal ampitheatre. Each has three steers to sell - prime stock of Sydney Royal competition to showcase their skills in commanding...

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Community

Hitting dirt roads to raise vital funds for charity

Wings 4 Kidz has helped more than 50 families in need covering over 250,000km and helping kids attend more than 200 medical appointments. This service provides families in regional NSW with free air transport to attend medical appointments in the...

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15 hours ago

Sport

Emily goes gold

Canowindra’s Emily Thomas has won back-to-back gold medals in the NSW Junior State Championships in Sydney, followed by the NSW Open and HART Little Athletics Championships. Thomas first showcased her talent at the NSW Junior State Championships in...

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06 Apr 2025

Community

Hitting dirt roads to raise vital funds for charity

By MADELINE BLACKSTOCKWings 4 Kidz has helped more than 50 rural families cover more than 250,000 kilometers to attend medical appointments in the city. For one Bogan Gate family, that is priceless. Young Chloe Thomas has to make the trip to the city...

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06 Apr 2025