Snippets…

Dollar For Dusty: 12-year-old Dusty Langby and his team passed through Eugowra last Friday 4 September, as they continue their 540km walk from Warren to Canberra. Dusty is walking to raise funds for Little Wings, who provide vital medical transport for children and families living in regional communities. If you’d like to support Dusty, head over to the Dollar For Dusty Facebook page or visit www.givenow.com.au/dollar-for-dusty. Every dollar makes a difference.

Friendship Morning Tea: The next Canowindra CWA Friendship Morning Tea will be on Monday 14 September starting at 10.30am in the CWA Hall. Come along, bring a friend, enjoy the food and have a chat. All welcome, women and men. If you are from Canowindra and need a lift, call Cathy Smith on 0427 248 583.

West Bound & Down: REDCAP Agency and MusicNSW, presents: West Bound & Down – a stellar tour of original Bluegrass, Country and Folk music from three incredible artists based in regional NSW. Don’t miss this fabulous perfomance at Rosnay Organic Cellar Door on September 26, 6pm – 9pm. Grab your tickets at www.rosnay.com.au/product/west-bound-and-down

Women’s Health Week 2026: This Monday 7 to Friday 11 September is Women’s Health Week Australia’s largest week dedicated to women’s health. This year’s theme, ‘Do it anyway’, is about taking small steps for your health, on your terms. It’s not about pushing through pain or pressure. It’s about giving yourself permission to prioritise your health, whether that means seeking support, asking another question, taking time to rest or doing what feels right for you. For for practical information, expert advice and women’s stories from around the country go to: www.jeanhailes.org.auget-involved/womens-health-week

Canowindra Public School Masterchefs: Congratulations to the 13, Year 6 students who competed in the Canowindra High School Inter-school Cooking Competition last week. The students all showed amazing skills in the kitchen, cooking up a pasta dish, dessert, decorated cupcakes and worked with a Year 11 student in the Next Gen Competition. Well done to the winners:

• Noah Grey: Junior Pasta Champion

• Cora Ryan: Year 6 Dessert Champion

• Bridie Sharp: Junior Cupcake Champion