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
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
Local Government Week 2025 Published on 28 July 2025 Cowra Shire Council is proud to celebrate Local Government Week 2025, recognising the vital role local councils play in creating strong, connected and thriving communities.“Local Government Week is a fantastic opportunity to shine a light on the everyday work councils do to make our towns and villages great places to live, work and visit,” said Mayor Paul Smith. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Council Begins Urgent Repairs to Low-Level Bridge Published on 19 June 2025 Council Begins Urgent Repairs to Low-Level Bridge, Renews Call for Second Highway Crossing Cowra Shire Council has engaged Timber Restoration Services to undertake essential repairs on the Low-Level Bridge, with works estimated at $462,000. The project is expected to take approximately six weeks, beginning on Wednesday 25th June, during which time the bridge will be completely closed to traffic. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Summary of Decisions - May 26 2025 Meeting Published on 29 May 2025 Summary of Decisions - May 26 2025 Meeting Tagged as: , Media Releases
Share your thoughts on the Draft Media and Social Media Policy Published on 27 May 2025 Media and social media are part of everyday life shaping how we stay informed, connect with others, and share what matters.Cowra Shire Council is inviting the community to provide feedback on its Draft Media and Social Media Policy, now on public exhibition. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Cowra Shire’s Drought Resilience Plan Officially Approved Published on 27 May 2025 Cowra Shire Council is pleased to announce that the region’s first Drought Resilience Plan has officially been approved by the Minister, helping to put our community in a stronger position to deal with future droughts. Tagged as: , Media Releases
HAVE YOUR SAY ON COWRA SHIRE’S FUTURE Published on 14 May 2025 Have Your Say on Cowra Shire’s Future! Cowra Shire Mayor Cr Paul Smith is inviting everyone in the Cowra Shire to get involved and help shape the future of our region. A range of important draft plans that will guide Council’s work over the next few years and beyond are now open for community feedback. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Summary of decisions - April 2025 Council Meeting Published on 06 May 2025 A summary of the discussion and decisions from last week's Council meeting (28/04/2025) is now available.A recording of the meeting can also be viewed via Cowra Council's Youtube Channel. Tagged as: , Media Releases