Julie Middleton, winner of the Spring Photo Competition 2020, collecting her prize.
Lions Christmas Cakes Are Back: Lions Christmas Cakes are now available from Daly’s Flooring and Carpet, Canowindra Pharmacy, Canowindra Produce and NRMA Central Motors. Puddings are $13 for 1kg and Christmas Cakes are $17 for a 1.5kg cake or $13 for 1kg. Mini Cakes are $2. Proceeds benefit the Canowindra Lions Club.
Contributions Welcome: The Phoenix welcomes all contributions, so please email your be seen photos, stork news, way back when photos and story, engagement news, wedding bells, anniversary celebrations, birthday photos or if you would like to feature in the Our Gal or Our Bloke Column to editor@canowindraphoenix.com.au or phone 6344 1846.
Moorbel Hall Through the Ages: The Moorbel Hall Committee are calling on the Canowindra community to come forward with photos from past events that have been held at the Hall to put on display. Please contact Maureen on 0487 201 300 if you have any you can contribute.
Countdown to Christmas: 36 more sleeps until Christmas!
Shop Local: Support the community by doing your Christmas shopping in Canowindra this year. The stores have a range of locally produced items along with unique finds to delight most on your Christmas list!
Movember: Are you participating in Movember this year? Let us know and send some pictures to editor@canowindraphoenix.com.au or phone 6344 1846.
Buy From The Bush: The #buyfromthebush movement, which began last year in hopes of bringing revenue to struggling regional stores and creators, now has a central website which allows customers to visit one page for all their Christmas shopping needs! The range is immense with items coming from all over Australia at a range of price points to suit most. The website also enables you to browse items by ethical feature, allowing buyers to easily find gifts that align with their priorities. www.buyfromthebush.com.au
Claire Wright Meets With Andrew Gee: Claire Wright attended the Regional Development Australia Central West’s Ten4Ten Mentoring Program at Hive Orange last Saturday. While COVID-19 meant Claire and students were unable to be given a tour of Parliament House by Andrew Gee MP, they were able to meet and discuss Andrew’s career journey and the benefits of living and working regionally over a delicious lunch. Andrew presented Claire Wright, Captain of Canowindra High School 2021, with a certificate for the program.
Andrew Gee presents Claire Wright with a certificate from RDA Central West’s Ten4Ten Mentoring Program.