A selection of the brilliant entries in this year’s exhibition.
The Annual Cabonne Acquisitive Art Prize Exhibition Is Now Open! The annual art prize and exhibition organised by Arts Council Cabonne Inc. aims to foster a sense of identity, pride and place in Cabonne whilst encouraging and showcasing the high calibre of creative talent in the region. You can view the exhibition at the Cabonne Community Centre, Molong during the Molong Library hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 11am-1pm and 2pm-5pm. For enquiries please email artscouncilcabonne@gmail.com.
Protect Your Farm From Invasive Plant Pests And Diseases: This handy glovebox guide covers key species of concern to our agricultural industries in Central West and Northern NSW, helping you identify anything unusual within your patch. The Glovebox Guide to Invasive Plant Pests is divided into 3 sections:
• on-farm biosecurity practices – steps you can take to protect your property
• exotic pests – a selection of the most significant threats to look out for
• further resources – where to go for more detailed information.
Get your free copy from your nearest Local Land Services office.
2025 Ministers Awards for Women in Local Government: Nominations are now open for the 18th annual Ministers Awards for Women in Local Government.
These awards are a way to recognise the extraordinary achievements made by women in our state’s local councils. The awards also present an opportunity inspire other women to consider a career in local government. There are six categories of awards to celebrate the contributions of inspirational women in NSW councils.
Nominations close on Tuesday, 19 August 2025. To learn more visit the Office of Local Government website: olg.nsw.gov.au
Calling For Volunteers: Mid Lachlan Landcare are on the look out for a few volunteers to help make the Canowindra Carp Muster this Sunday 20 July a success.
They need people to help out with BBQ duties or as river walkers to look out for muster participants and assist with rubbish collection. If you are available and would like to help please email midlachlanlandcare@gmail.com
Meals & Memories Campfire Winter: Gather around the campfire for winter as Canowindra Connections share stories of the bush, bushrangers, do some trivia, listen to the Canowindra Choir and have bushdancing by New Vogue Dancing. Saturday 26 July, 12 – 3pm for only $20. RSVP now to 0480 450 079 so they can make sure there is plenty of yummy winter warmers to go around.
Reserve your place around the campfire today.