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The Canowindra Phoenix

Your free weekly guide to what's happening in and around Canowindra.

Front Page

The Sky Is The Limit: Canowindra’s Nine Days Of Magic Returns

8 April, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

From 11 to 19 April, the Canowindra In­ternational Balloon Challenge returns for 2026. For nine days, our historic town transforms into the "Balloon Capital of Aus­tralia," offering a spectacle that draws thou­sands from across the region. Supported … Read More...

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Van Diemen’s Band To Headline Canowindra Baroquefest 2026

8 April, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

In 2026 we welcome Van Diemen’s Band for their inaugural performance at Canowindra Baroquefest, running from will run from Fri­day 18 - Sunday 20 September. Hailing from the wild and unspoiled island … Read More...

Mushrooms Up Close: A Hands-on Discovery Night

8 April, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

Join Mid Lachlan Landcare for a fascinating evening exploring the incredible role fungi play in our gardens, soils, and local environ­ment. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a nature enthusiast, … Read More...

Cultural Tourism Workshops – At A Time When We Need Them

8 April, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

The creative and the tourism sectors will come together at free workshops in April. The ‘Arts & Cultural Tourism in Regional NSW: From Ideas to Action’ workshops are hosted by regional arts … Read More...

Free Baits Available For Central Tablelands Landholders

8 April, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

The Central Tablelands LLS region to protect livestock and native wildlife through coordi­nated pest animal control. Autumn is a critical time for managing wild dogs and foxes, with pest activity … Read More...

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Special Interests

Canowindra Butchery BBQ Masters And Street Party Returns

1 April, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

The wait is almost over! From 11 - 19 April, the skies above our historic town will trans­form into a kaleidoscope of colour as the 2026 Canowindra International Balloon Challenge returns. While … Read More...

RCS: Keep In Touch Day Canowindra

1 April, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

Join Resource Consulting Services (RCS) and AgriWebb for an opportunity to gather with like-minded people to discuss agricul­tural topics relevant to our region and see firsthand how RCS principles … Read More...

Sizzle At The Glow!

1 April, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

Get ready for a dinner that’s as bright as the lights! We are bringing the heat to the Cabonne Community Glow with Teppan­yaki with Terry. Watch Terry work his magic on the grill with a mouth-watering … Read More...

Festival Of Small Halls Returns To Woodstock

1 April, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

The Festival of Small Halls returns to the Woodstock Soldiers Memorial Hall this month bringing the NSW Autumn 2026 Tour featuring Joe H Henry (Canada) and Tullara (Australia). Audiences can expect a … Read More...

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Sport

Congratulations to local axeman Lachlan Rice

8 April, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

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Men’s Bowls

8 April, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

What a great weekend of bowls with ex­cellent contest in major and minor singles. Marc and Eryn had a great time with both bowlers playing excellent draw bowls. Eryn led 24/21 with Marc holding 3 shot … Read More...

Women’s Bowls

8 April, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

Two Social games were played on Tues­day 7 April. Sharyn Wynn and Pauline Car­penter defeated Jeanette Wheeldon and Cierwen Jones 15-12. Jess Graves, Kay­leen Doyle and Libby Balcombe defeated Leanne … Read More...

Men’s Bowls

1 April, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

On Tuesday afternoon Crock played his best game ever (his own words) in the major singles against Roger. The game had some unbelievable bowls from both players on oc­casion, with the scores level on … Read More...

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What's On

16 Apr

Canowindra Bowling Club Thursday afternoon social bowls from 2pm.

16 Apr

Canowindra Services Club Thursday Members Badge Draw $2,800. Happy hour 5 – 7pm.

17 Apr

Canowindra Bowls Club Friday badge draw $300 up for grabs.

17 Apr

Canowindra Services Club Friday Night Meat Raffles 7pm to 8.30pm plus Members Badge Draw. 1st draw $1,200, 2nd draw $1,000, 3rd draw $1,000, 4th draw $200. Happy hour 5 – 7pm.

18 Apr

The Moyne Fete will be held from 9am – 2pm.

19 Apr

Canowindra Bowls Club Sunday badge draw $300 up for grabs. Major Jackpot at 7pm.

22 Apr

Canowindra Bowls Club Wednesday badge draw $1,100 up for grabs.

Ongoing

Bingo 12:30pm Tuesday, Canowindra Services Club, refreshments provided.

Ongoing

Moorbel Markets first Saturday of the month, 9am – 12.30pm at Moorbel Hall. Great variety of stalls, BBQ and morning tea. To book a stall or for information call Christine 6344 2916.

Ongoing

Canowindra Food Basket at the Canowindra Connections Centre, Blatchford St. Winter hours: 2 to 4pm Thursday, 9.30-11.30 Friday morning

Summer DST: 2 to 4pm Thursday, 9.00 – 11 Friday morning

Ongoing

Canowindra Community Choir: Meets every Saturday At Delice Coffee Shop at 2pm. Come along and join us, all welcome.

Ongoing

Narcotics Anonymous meeting at 4pm every Saturday, Orana House 32 Ferguson St Canowindra.

Ongoing

Bingo at the Services Club every Tuesday at 12.30pm

Ongoing

Dance Practice: New Vogue and Social Dance Group every Tuesday at Canowindra Services Club, 1- 3pm, $5 pp. Phone Gail 0417 747 338.

Ongoing

Meat raffles at the Canowindra Golf Club. Every Saturday from 6pm.

Ongoing

Canowindra Progress Association meeting third Monday of the month. All welcome. 6pm at the Canowindra Services Club.

Ongoing

Bingo at the Bowlo every Thursday at 11am.

Ongoing

CWA Friendship Morning Tea is held every second Monday of the month at 10.30am at CWA Hall.

Ongoing

CWA Meeting Canowindra CWA Branch meet on the 4th Thursday of every month at 6.30pm at the CWA Hall in Blatchford Street.

Ongoing

Wrapped With Love: 4th Thursday of month, Montrose House 10am-12pm.

Ongoing

Little Fishes at the Age of Fishes Museum, 11am – 11.30am on the first Friday of every month. Free event. For information call on 6344 1008.

Ongoing

New Vogue and Social Dance Group Canowindra Services Club, 2-6pm every Sunday.

Ongoing

Canowindra@home meet on the second Wednesday of the month at the Canowindra Bowling Club from 6pm.

Ongoing

Uniting Flood Recovery Program Community Engagement Program: Every Wednesday at Canowindra Hotel 12:30pm – 3pm – open to all ages. Relax, connect and have fun, with meaningful conversations. 1800 574 007.

Ongoing

Canowindra Library Rhyme Time Friday mornings 10.15am – 10.45am, Canowindra Library, 39 Blatchford St, Canowindra. Ages birth to 2 years.

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