On 31st July it was confirmed that Miss Peg had terminal cancer. True to her charitable nature, she wanted to make a final act of kindness to a community that, as she said, had been so kind to her. As … [Read more...]
Dementia Action Week
Dear Editor, With around two-thirds of people with dementia living in the community this Dementia Action Week (16-22 September) we are calling on all Australians to take action to make their … [Read more...]
Big Shout Out To The Swappers
Dear editor, I'd like to give a big shout out to the Swappers that attended the Canowindra Swap Meet over the weekend 4th August 2024, the lookers that grabbed a bargain, Lion's Club for Catering … [Read more...]
Thanks for the short story by Russell Hodge
Dear editor, Thanks for the innovative addition of a serial short story by Russell Hodge in the Phoenix during June and July. I just finished it, having put aside episodes 3 and 5 for … [Read more...]
National Homelessness Week
Dear Editor, This week (5th - 11th August) is National Homelessness Week. A week where the homelessness crisis that affects our country gets put into the spotlight, and where we get to advocate for … [Read more...]
King of Christmas
To the Editor, In the recent copy of the Canowindra Phoenix, you have given Tommy Jeffs the title of “King of Christmas”. Comment: Tommy Jeffs has been and is a great blessing to Canowindra. In … [Read more...]
“John Steely” – By Russell Hodge
EPISODE 5 OF 5 Too weak to do the leg work himself, John Steely had hired private investigators to track down Jacob Ryan. He was determined to right at least one wrong before he died. With address in … [Read more...]
Salvos End of Financial Year Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor, As the 60th Red Shield Appeal is coming to an end for another year, we are once again so humbled and grateful for the incredible kindness and generosity of the Australian public. In the … [Read more...]
Dear Community of Canowindra
Dear Community of Canowindra, I would like to extend a very heartfelt thank you and convey my gratitude to you all. Richard and I were owners of Kinsela Farm Supplies for 32 years. We started in … [Read more...]
Change Of Ownership Of Royal Hotel Canowindra
Dear Editor, After 11 amazing years, John Watson and family have decided to pass on the ownership of the The Royal Hotel. We extend our deepest gratitude to our supportive family, friends and … [Read more...]