Mayor of Cabonne Council, Kevin Beatty and Councillor Kathryn O’Ryan try out the new seat with Jan Kerr.
Seat Commemorating 100 Years Of Canowindra CWA: Last Friday 6 December, Mayor of Cabonne Council, Kevin Beatty and Councillor Kathryn O’Ryan, dedicated a new cast iron seat to recognise 100 years of service by the Country Women’s Association of NSW Canowindra Branch CWA. It is fittingly located outside the Canowindra Historical Society & Museum Incorporated on Gaskill Street. It was purchased and fitted with the support of a Cabonne Council CAP grant and funds raised by the members. Jan Kerr introduced the Mayor and the members present which included two patrons, Patricia Pearce and Betty Jenkins.
Wrap With Love: Our last meeting on Thursday 28 November was a very enjoyable one. Thanks to Tommy Jeffs, we all finished the year with a delicious Christmas lunch served on a beautifully decorated table. We will now have a break from our regular meetings over the december, January holidays and will meet again the fourth Thursday in February 2025. My thanks go to all those who have continued to keep producing beautiful wraps every meeting and for donating the wool to make them. Have a Happy Christmas and a wonderful New Year. See you again in 2025. By Nina Kallas
More time to have your say on recycled water: Residents, businesses and other key stakeholders will get an extra five weeks to provide feedback on the NSW Government’s draft Recycled Water Roadmap which aims to build more sustainable and resilient water supplies for the future.
The extended deadline date is 10 January 2025. To have your say, visit: https://water.dpie.nsw.gov.au/our-work/plans-and-strategies/recycled-water-roadmap
Protect yourself against mosquito bites this summer.
Mosquito-Borne Diseases: Mosquitoes can carry diseases that can make you very sick. Take simple steps to protect against mosquito bites:
• Spray up, cover up and screen up, also include ‘clean up’ when appropriate
• Apply mosquito repellent regularly to all areas of exposed skin. The most effective repellents contain picaridin, DEET or oil of lemon eucalyptus.
• Cover up while outside with loose, long sleeved and light-coloured clothing and covered footwear and socks
• Stop mosquitoes with fly screens or mosquito nets Clean up outside areas and remove stagnant water as this is where mosquitoes lay their eggs
• Limit outdoor activity if there are lots of mosquitoes around. Mosquitoes are most active at dawn and dusk. www.health.nsw.gov.au/summer
Gunner has been the local postie for over 45 years.
Farewell Gunner: Farewell and goodluck to our local postie Gunner. After 45+ years on the job he has finally handed it over to enjoy his much deserved retirement. Not only was Gunner the postie for that time, he also loved getting in an helping with anything around the community – volunteering when ever he was needed.
Canowindra Christmas Shopping Night: Get ready for a magical evening of festive fun at the Canowindra Christmas Shopping Night, this Friday, 13 December. Gaskill Street will close from 3pm, and the festivities kick off at 5pm. Shop local and explore over 50 market stalls and Canowindra’s amazing businesses for all your Christmas gifts. Get stamps in your Canowindra Passport at participating shops and enter to win a great prize. There will be plenty to entertain the kids with face painting, a jumping castle, and inflatable games. Enjoy delicious eats from Salt Bush Lamb, Thai & Japanese food, burgers, and more. The street will be rockin’ with tunes Sik As, Nerida Cuddy, Sam Debenham and De Ja Vu.
Don’t miss this free, family-friendly event! Proudly brought to you by the Canowindra Progress Association, with support from NSW Goverment and Cabonne Council.