When Michael and Shelley Ovenstone moved their family from central Bathurst to a property in The Lagoon in 2014, they were hit with the harsh reality that no council waste services existed in the … [Read more...]
Bringing The Blues To The Belubula
Though the banks of the Belubula are a far cry from the bayous of the Deep South, Canowindra will welcome signature southern sounds when Aussie musician Mitch Grainger “brings the blues to Canowindra” … [Read more...]
Our Little Bloke – Beau Wheeldon
How old are you? 10 How long have you lived in or around Canowindra? My whole life. What do you like most about living in Canowindra? I like being close to my family and cousins. We get to visit … [Read more...]
Reserve Your Spot For ANZAC Day
The Canowindra RSL Sub-Branch advises that locals wanting to attend the ANZAC Day Service at Memorial Park at 10am on 25 April, must reserve seating through the Canowindra Newsagency or the Canowindra … [Read more...]
Following In His Father’s Footsteps
When Beau Wheeldon competed in the State Little Athletics, he was literally running in his father’s footsteps. He won the under 10s 100 metre sprint, some 35 years after his dad, Marc Wheeldon, earned … [Read more...]
The Canowindra Star’s One-Man Show
As Kevin Whalan’s 90th birthday approached, his daughter Susan knew exactly what to get him. Kevin, who had begun compiling his memoirs, enjoyed spinning yarns about his time as the editor of the … [Read more...]
Balloons Return To Canowindra
After being put on hold in 2020, the Canowindra International Balloon Challenge is back and better than ever, with a new group of people ready to revolutionise the event and refocus it on the … [Read more...]
Come Join The Yum
A Taste Of Canowindra is back for another cracking event in 2021. The day long festival is part of Orange’s F.O.O.D Week and will take place on Saturday, 17 April. The event provides locals and … [Read more...]
Be Seen
Canowindra Tigers League Club
The Canowindra Tigers kicked off the season really well, with a very impressive win against Condobolin at Condobolin. The Tigers ran out with a win of 86 points to four. Coach Grimshaw was impressed … [Read more...]