Vale Kevin Wright Published on 22 September 2025 VALE KEVIN WRIGHT Honouring the Service of Former Cowra Shire Councillor, Kevin WrightCowra Shire Council is saddened by the passing of former Councillor Kevin Wright, a respected colleague and proud member of the Cowra community. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Recognising Cowra's Young Peace Makers Published on 12 September 2025 Six outstanding young locals have been recognised for making our community a kinder, more peaceful place, with the announcement of nominees for the biennial Cowra Youth Peace Award.“The Cowra Youth Peace Award is a proud initiative of the Australian Chapter of the World Peace Bell Association,” said Cr Cheryl Downing, Chair of the Australian Chapter. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Bin Stickers Rolling Out from Monday 15 September 2025 Published on 09 September 2025 Cowra Shire Council will begin rolling out bin stickers from Monday 15 September as part of an initiative to better communicate with residents when a bin cannot be collected.The stickers will be placed on the lids of bins that cannot be serviced under Council’s kerbside waste collection. The aim is to reduce confusion by providing a clear explanation when a bin is left behind. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Bell Beats Festival Unveils Full Program and Website Published on 08 September 2025 The wait is over, Bell Beats Music and Arts Festival has officially dropped its full line-up and launched its brand-new website, setting the stage for a spectacular debut on Saturday 4 October 2025. For the next three years, Bell Beats will transform Cowra’s Civic Square and Cultural Precinct into a vibrant hub of live music, art, food and community connection across the October long weekend. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Cowra Shire Council Adopts New Disability Inclusion Action Plan A Pla Published on 03 September 2025 Cowra Shire Council has officially adopted its new Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) 2025–2029, a key document that outlines how Council will work towards creating a more accessible, inclusive, and welcoming community for people with disability. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Cowra Festival 2026 to Celebrate the UK in a Global Message of Unity Published on 01 September 2025 COWRA, NSW – March 27–29, 2026 – Cowra will once again take centre stage in global friendship and cultural celebration as the Cowra Festival of International Understanding returns in 2026, with the United Kingdom – England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales – named as the host nation. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Cowra Council Alarmed By Potential Cuts To Cowra ARS Published on 13 August 2025 Cowra Council has been made aware of possible staffing reductions at the Department of Primary Industries (DPI) Cowra Agricultural Research and Advisory Station. At this stage, no detailed information has been made available. However, Council expresses deep concern over the implications for local agricultural research and community livelihoods and calls upon the government to rule out any cuts. Tagged as: , Media Releases
2025 World Peace Day in Cowra Published on 08 August 2025 World Peace Day in Cowra is celebrated annually each September, to coincide with the United Nations International Day of Peace. The theme for this year’s International Day of Peace is Act Now for a Peaceful World. Cowra’s Peace Day Program will be held this year on Thursday 18 September 2025. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Cowra Council Secures Heritage Grant Funding – Expressions of Interest Published on 28 July 2025 Cowra Council is pleased to announce it has been successful in securing funding through the 2025–2027 NSW Heritage Grants Program, as recently confirmed by the NSW State Government. This funding will support the delivery of a dedicated Heritage Advisor service in the Cowra region for the next two years. Tagged as: , Media Releases