Bessie Robinson known as the “mother” of Canowindra has been awarded a Blue Plaque by the NSW Government. The Blue Plaques program aims to capture public interest and fascination in people, events … [Read more...]
CWA Catch Up
The Canowindra CWA branch continues to hold monthly meetings at the CWA rooms in Blatchford Street, there is also a monthly friendship morning tea and craft sessions. At last month’s meeting Dr … [Read more...]
Moorbel Hall Need Your Help!
In 1924 the community of Moorbel felt the need to have a hall and set about in a most determined fashion to raise funds to build the hall. A Queen’s competition was held with three young women … [Read more...]
Hop Down Gaskill St
Have you seen all the rabbits in the windows along Gaskill Street in Canowindra yet? How many rabbits can you count? The rabbits you need to count are on posters and in all the shop windows. If you … [Read more...]
WOW…What A Week!
The Canowindra International Balloon Challenge came to a close over the weekend after a very successful Saturday in the village saw a number of visitors enjoying the days festivities. A large crowd … [Read more...]
Stepping On Program
Older people in Western NSW Local Health District (WNSWLHD) are being encouraged to become more physically active as part of April Falls Month, to help maintain their strength and … [Read more...]
Cabonne Acquisitive Art Prize Returns For Another Year
The Annual Cabonne Acquisitive Art Prize has returned for 2022. It is an annual art prize and exhibition that aims to foster a sense of identity, pride and place in Cabonne whilst encouraging and … [Read more...]
NSW Farmers President To Visit Canowindra
District farmers will have the chance to meet with the President of NSW Farmers, James Jackson, when he visits Canowindra after Easter. Maree McKay, Chair of the Canowindra Branch of NSW Farmers, … [Read more...]
Royce’s Big Walk
Penrith Panthers’ favourite son Royce Simmons recently has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Typically of the man known only as ‘Simmo’, the footy legend wants to help enhance the lives of … [Read more...]
AOF Architect Dies Aged 88
Award-winning and world renowned Australian architect John Andrews has died aged 88. The Australian Institute of Architects issued a statement on 28th March saying it was “saddened” by his … [Read more...]