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The Canowindra Phoenix

Your free weekly guide to what's happening in and around Canowindra.

Front Page

Dr Nicholas O'Ryan in his Blatchford St surgery.

Dr Nick Awarded NSW Rural Generalist Of The Year

16 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

Dr Nicholas O'Ryan in his Blatchford St surgery. It will come as no surprise to the patients of Dr Nicholas O'Ryan that he has been named NSW Rural Generalist of the Year at the 2026 Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) Excellence … Read More...

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More Reading

Bessies Bar staff member Molly Statham and Manager Cat Cullen; Right: New owners, Alex and Maddi.

Introducing ‘Local Thursdays’ At The Old Vic’s Bessie’s Bar

16 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

Bessies Bar staff member Molly Statham and Manager Cat Cullen; Right: New owners, Alex and Maddi. Exciting changes are brewing at The Old Vic, where new owners Alex and Maddi are ushering in a … Read More...

An Affordable And Convenient Way To Travel To Orange

16 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

Cabonne Community Transport is available to all Cabonne residents at a discounted rate, providing regular services to Orange for shopping, appointments, social activities and more. Services … Read More...

Canowindra High School students Georgie and Sophie with their HSC major works.

HSC Students Down Instruments And Tools As Focus Shifts To Written Exams

16 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

Canowindra High School students Georgie and Sophie with their HSC major works. NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) students at Canowindra High School are marking the end of months of work on their … Read More...

Winning photograph by Molong resident Michelle Peters Got to last the distance .

The Spirit Of The Bush Shines Through

16 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

Winning photograph by Molong resident Michelle Peters Got to last the distance . Cabonne Shire has featured amongst the top images for the year, in a winning entry by Molong resident Michelle Peters, … Read More...

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Special Interests

Canowindra Show Cobley Pavilion: Section T Cut Flowers

16 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

CATEGORIES 1. Camellia – informal– 1 bloom 2. Camellia – formal – 1 bloom 3. Camellia – 3 blooms (Champion Camillia) 4. Marguerites (Daisies) – 3 cuts each 5. Pelargonium or Geraniums – … Read More...

R U Ok?day 2026: Ask R U Ok? Any Day

9 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

Nine in 10 people in Australia are aware of R U OK?1, but awareness alone doesn't start conversations. This R U OK?Day Thursday 10 September - the focus is on helping more people feel confident to … Read More...

One of the simulation teaching rooms at the University of Sydney School of Rural Health in Dubbo.

Explore The Path To Becoming A Doctor At Dubbo Open Day

9 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

One of the simulation teaching rooms at the University of Sydney School of Rural Health in Dubbo. The University of Sydney School of Rural Health in Dubbo will open its doors to the community on … Read More...

‘Be Prepared’: GPs Urge Patients To Manage Hay Fever And Asthma Ahead Of Spring

9 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

As spring begins, the Royal Australian College of GPs (RACGP) is urging people who experience hay fever, allergies and asthma to be prepared and take steps early to manage their symptoms. RACGP … Read More...

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Sport

Alex Rice on the winners podium at the 2026 Royal Adelaide Show; and in full swing during competition.

Alex Rice Takes Junior Woodchopping Title At 2026 Royal Adelaide Show

16 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

Alex Rice on the winners podium at the 2026 Royal Adelaide Show; and in full swing during competition. Canowindra's Alex Rice, aka Big Al, has been cutting and sawing timber for the last nine days at … Read More...

Men’s Bowls

16 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

On Sunday 6 September an O’Brien Cup match was played with Lisa and Keith versus Marc and Jamie S. Lisa and Keith played their best game to date, with a comprehensive win over the more … Read More...

Women’s Bowls

16 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

Fours games of Consistency Bowls were played on Tuesday 15 September. Jeanette Wheeldon defeated Libby Balcombe 153-127. Sue Slattery defeated Pauline Carpenter 158-148. Joyce Boland defeated Sandy … Read More...

U6s Best and Fairest - Stirling Stace.

Be Seen @ Canowindra Junior Pythons Awards Night

2 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

U6s Best and Fairest - Stirling Stace. U8s Best and Fairest - Malachi Ewart. U10s Best and Fairest - Nate Bowd. Best and Fairest - Ella Parker. … Read More...

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What's On

17 Sep

Canowindra Bowling Club Thursday afternoon social bowls from 2pm.

17 Sep

Canowindra Services Club Thursday Members Badge Draw $2,100. Happy hour 5 – 7pm.

18 Sep

Canowindra Bowls Club Friday night meat raffles and badge draw of $600 up for grabs.

18 Sep

Canowindra Services Club Friday night meat raffles 7pm to 8.30pm plus Members Badge Draw. 1st draw $800, 2nd draw $600, 3rd draw $200. Happy hour 5 – 7pm.

18-20 Sep

2026 Baroquefest: A celebration of classical music at various locations around Canowindra. Tickets at: www.baroquefest.org.au

19 Sep

Canowindra Garden Club Plant Stall 9am – 1:30pm outside Lawrence’s IGA.

20 Sep

Canowindra Bowls Club Sunday meat raffles and badge draw of $250 up for grabs. Major Jackpot at 7pm.

21 Sep

Canowindra Preschool Enrolments EOI for 2027 enrolments open at 9am. A link to the form will be posted on the Canowindra Pre-School Kindergarten Facebook page and website www.canowindrapreschool.com.au.

22 Sep

Canowindra Art Students Exhibition 5pm at Connections Centre, 38 Blatchford St. All welcome. Phone Sue Hodge for details 0419 571 765.

23 Sep

Canowindra Bowls Club Wednesday badge draw $500 up for grabs.

25-26 Sept

2026 Canowindra Show: Two days of show attractions, livestock competitions and family entertainment. Gates open 4pm Friday and 8am Saturday.

27 Sep

Canowindra Carp Muster at the Age Of Fishes Museum. More info at: www.ozfish.org.au/event/canowindra-carp-muster-nsw-27-september/

22 Oct

Canowindra@home AGM at The Old Vic Hotel,6pm-7pm.

Ongoing

Bingo 12:30pm Tuesday, Canowindra Services Club, refreshments provided.

Ongoing

Moorbel Markets first Saturday of the month, 9am – 12.30pm at Moorbel Hall. Great variety of stalls, BBQ and morning tea. To book a stall or for information call Christine 6344 2916.

Ongoing

Canowindra Food Basket at the Canowindra Connections Centre, Blatchford St. Winter hours: 2 to 4pm Thursday, 9am-11am Friday morning

Ongoing

Canowindra Community Choir: Meets every Saturday At Delice Coffee Shop at 2pm. Come along and join us, all welcome.

Ongoing

Bingo at the Services Club every Tuesday at 12.30pm

Ongoing

Dance Practice: New Vogue and Social Dance Group every Tuesday at Canowindra Services Club, 1- 3pm, $5 pp. Phone Gail 0417 747 338.

Ongoing

Meat raffles at the Canowindra Golf Club. Every Saturday from 6pm.

Ongoing

Canowindra Progress Association meeting third Monday of the month. All welcome. 6pm at the Canowindra Services Club.

Ongoing

Bingo at the Bowlo every Thursday at 11am.

Ongoing

CWA Friendship Morning Tea is held every second Monday of the month at 10.30am at CWA Hall.

Ongoing

CWA Meeting Canowindra CWA Branch meet on the 4th Thursday of every month at 6.30pm at the CWA Hall in Blatchford Street.

Ongoing

Wrapped With Love: 4th Thursday of month, Montrose House 10am-12pm.

Ongoing

Narcotics Anonymous meeting at 2pm every Saturday, Orana House 32 Ferguson St Canowindra.

Ongoing

The Adult Survivors of Child Abuse – Cowra Support Group meets on the 1st Friday of each month from 12:30 to 14:30 and is open to survivors of all communities. Info at: heal.itmatters.com.au or call Pascale 0458 698 460.

Ongoing

Little Fishes at the Age of Fishes Museum, 11am – 11.30am on the first Friday of every month. Free event. For information call on 6344 1008.

Ongoing

New Vogue and Social Dance Group Canowindra Services Club, 2-6pm every Sunday.

Ongoing

Canowindra@home meet on the second Wednesday of the month at the Canowindra Bowling Club from 6pm.

Ongoing

Canowindra Library Rhyme Time Friday mornings 10.15am – 10.45am, Canowindra Library, 39 Blatchford St, Canowindra. Ages birth to 2 years.

Ongoing

Cabonne Family Day Care Playgroup Fortnightly on Mondays at St Edwards School Hall, 10am – 12pm. Information on 6392 3219.

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