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School Speed Zones: With students heading back to school next week, please be aware 40km/hour school speed zones will be in effect.

Back To School: Make the most of holiday mode before school starts, but don’t for­get a few essentials to help your little one smoothly transition into school mode.

• Finalise any last‑minute shopping

• Try on uniforms to check sizing

• Chat about lunch options with your child

• Plan the travel route so they feel pre­pared and confident.

Drought Forecast: Being prepared isn’t just smart, it’s essential. Many farmers across NSW are already feeling the strain of ongoing dry conditions. Whether it’s pressure on feed, water security, or day-today operations, drought affects every part of our farms and communities. That’s why keeping an eye on reliable forecasting tools is so important. The latest NSW Govern­ment’s Drought Forecast is released every month through the NSW State Seasonal Update. Let’s support each other, stay pre­pared to navigate the months ahead. To learn more out the updates head to www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/dpi/climate/seasonal-con­ditions-and-drought/nsw-state-seasonal-update

Have Your Say: Cabonne Council is invit­ing residents to have their say on the Draft Flood Studies for Canowindra and Eugow­ra. In addition to online submissions, pub­lic information sessions will be held for the Draft Flood Studies, where consultants will be available to answer questions:

• Canowindra: Canowindra Services Club, Tuesday 3 February, 6pm-8pm – documents available for viewing at the Canowindra Post Office.

• Eugowra: Eugowra Multipurpose Cen­tre, Monday 2 February, 6pm to 8pm – documents available for viewing at the Eugowra RTC.

For more details or to view the documents, visit: www.cabonne.nsw.gov.au/Council/Public-Notices

Cannowindra Connections Centre: Is the 2026 the year you want to train for the hospitality industry? In March, Canowin­dra Connections Centre are once again teaming up with Verto in Cowra to deliver a range of courses:

• Responsible Service of Alcohol, Satur­day 7 March

• Responsible Conduct of Gambling, Sun­day 8 March

• Food Safety Certificate, Saturday 21 March.

All courses are 9am – 5pm and morning tea is provided. To register your interest con­tact 0480 450 079.