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Discover a wealth of experiences in Cowra - the great outdoors, vineyards, adventure and hot air ballooning. Cowra has a number of true country experiences from relaxing along the extensive waterways to exploring the tranquil Japanese Garden. Take a trip down memory lane and experience Cowra's fascinating history, from the days of steam trains to the largest Prisoner Of War breakout in modern mili

tary history. Food and wine buffs can tour Cowra's boutique vineyards to sample the superb local food and wine available. Where better to enjoy fine wine and delicious food than right in the heart of where it is actually produced. Cowra has a vibrant and expanding retail and commercial centre. It boasts the services you would expect to find in a larger town while still retaining that wonderful feeling of country hospitality.

COWRA TRAIN RIDES 🚂🛤️Looking for something to do this weekend? Why not go for a train ride! Run by the knowledgeable vol...
21/02/2025

COWRA TRAIN RIDES 🚂🛤️

Looking for something to do this weekend? Why not go for a train ride!
Run by the knowledgeable volunteers from the Lachlan Valley Railway Society, you can hop on board the beautifully restored CPH Rail Motor for a ride from the Cowra Train Station to the Lachlan River Rail Bridge.

Pop into one of the many rooms at the Cowra Railway Station also open for inspection along with Vintage Cars from the Cowra Antique Vehicle Club.
On Sunday, grab a coffee or tea and relax with a delicious scone in the refurbished MBV 931 Lounge Car and be transported back in time!

Train departure times:
10am, 11am, 12pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm

Ticket prices:
$15 - Adult
$12.50 Concession
$10 - Child (Children under 3 free)
$40 - Family (2A, 2C)

Tickets avaliable on the day at the Station. . .
📸: James McInerney

C'MON CARPENTER! 🇦🇺 💚💛The mighty Matildas are back in action this week for the with Cowra cheering on our own Matilda ...
20/02/2025

C'MON CARPENTER! 🇦🇺 💚💛

The mighty Matildas are back in action this week for the with Cowra cheering on our own Matilda - Ellie Carpenter!

Born and raised in Cowra, Carpenter lived on a farm with her parents, and it was local club Cowra and District Junior Soccer Club Inc where the defender first fell in love with the game and where she honed her skills up until the age of 12.

"“It’s really important for us, the first camp of the year,” This is great for us as a squad, to experience a tournament again. It’s going to be very good to prepare for the Asian Cup" she said ahead of the first match tomorrow.

Catch Ellie and the Matildas as they go up against Japan, USA and Colombia in a three-match window as they compete for a friendly series trophy.

🇯🇵 v 🇦🇺 21.02.25 - 9:05am AEDT
🇺🇸 v 🇦🇺 24.02.25 - 9:05am AEDT
🇦🇺 v 🇨🇴 27.02.25 - 11:30am AEDT
📺💻📱: Paramount+

Cowra is cheering you on Ellie! . .
📸 Matildas

RAISE YOUR GLASS 🍷🥂Who else is in the mood for some Cowra Wine? Our boutique wine region is renowned for producing award...
19/02/2025

RAISE YOUR GLASS 🍷🥂

Who else is in the mood for some Cowra Wine?

Our boutique wine region is renowned for producing award-winning wines with a strong leaning towards organic practices. With warm days, cool nights, and dry, late summers, our vignerons are able to grow superior grape varieties. Combine this with our producers passion for perfection and you have the recipe for some of the most outstanding wines in Australia.

Peruse the selection via our website: www.visitcowra.com.au/cowra-wine-region . .
📸 Cowra Tourism Corporation

CENTRAL NSW TOURING MAP 🗺️📌 Making your way around the Central West of NSW? Pick up this handy map at the Cowra Visitor ...
18/02/2025

CENTRAL NSW TOURING MAP 🗺️📌

Making your way around the Central West of NSW? Pick up this handy map at the Cowra Visitor Information Centre for free!

With 10 local government areas covered, this map is the ultimate guide for locals and visitors! Featuring a detailed road map identifying key cities, towns, villages and National Parks, you can't travel without it. Each individual region also has its own panel with the best attractions, things to see, do and taste.
This map was launched by the Central NSW Joint Organization and features Oberon, Bathurst, Orange, Blayney, Cabonne, Cowra, Forbes, Parkes, Grenfell and Lachlan, as well as how to access these regions within a larger map of NSW. . .
📸 Cowra Tourism Corporation

JAPANESE WAR CEMETERY 🪦 Established in 1964, Cowra is home to the only Japanese War Cemetery to be retained in Australia...
17/02/2025

JAPANESE WAR CEMETERY 🪦

Established in 1964, Cowra is home to the only Japanese War Cemetery to be retained in Australia. There are 523 graves at the Japanese War Cemetery, containing the remains of the 231 Japanese soldiers who were killed in the 1944 Cowra Breakout and all Japanese Nationals who died on Australian soil during World War II.

Before 1964, the Japanese Cemetery had been cared for informally by members of the Cowra Sub-Branch, who kept the lawns mowed and the weeds in check. This was done as a mark of respect for the fallen soldiers at a time when there were mixed feelings concerning the Japanese.

Today, we encourage you to pay your respects at this solemn place. . .
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COWRA PEACE BELL 🔔🇺🇳Did you know that Cowra is home to the Australian Chapter of the World Peace Bell? Known colloquiall...
14/02/2025

COWRA PEACE BELL 🔔🇺🇳

Did you know that Cowra is home to the Australian Chapter of the World Peace Bell?
Known colloquially as the Peace Bell, Cowra was awarded the right to host the Bell in 1992, in recognition of its long standing contribution to world peace and international understanding. This is an honour usually reserved for capital cities.

The Australian Chapter of the World Peace Bell is made of coins provided by 103 member countries of the United Nations, which were melted down and cast into the bell which is a replica of a bell outside the United Nations Headquarters in New York. . .
📸: Cowra Tourism Corporation

COWRA BREAKOUT COMMEMORATIVE SCULPTURE Designed by artist Wayne Miles for the 75th Anniversary of the Cowra Breakout, a ...
13/02/2025

COWRA BREAKOUT COMMEMORATIVE SCULPTURE

Designed by artist Wayne Miles for the 75th Anniversary of the Cowra Breakout, a five-panel sculpture is situated at the POW Camp. The five steel sheets, each measuring 2x4 metres, depict silhouettes of those directly affected by the Breakout - an Australian guard, a Japanese POW, an Italian POW and an Indonesian mother and child.

The centre panel provides information about the artwork:
“These four panels depict the aspects of the Cowra Prisoner of War Camp over its six-year life from 1941 to 1947 .. the Australian Soldier on guard, Japanese playing baseball, Italians and their love of music, and the Indonesian mothers and children. This relatively calm time was shattered in the early morning of the 5th August 1944. The Breakout resulted in the deaths of 234 Japanese and 5 Australians”

The memorial was supported by the Cowra Council, COWRA Lions Club Inc., Australian Lions Foundation, and Cowra Breakout Association . .
📷: Over and Above Photography

BONSAI WORKSHOP 🪴🌱Ever wanted your very own Bonsai Tree? The Cowra Japanese Garden and Cultural Centre is hosting a work...
12/02/2025

BONSAI WORKSHOP 🪴🌱

Ever wanted your very own Bonsai Tree? The Cowra Japanese Garden and Cultural Centre is hosting a workshop on Saturday the 22nd of February!

Each class costs $60* which covers the materials for the workshop, including the plant, pot, soil and wire.
*Garden admission fees apply if you do not hold a current Friend of the Garden pass.

🎟️ Spaces are limited so give the Garden a call on (02) 6341 2233 to secure your spot or purchase your ticket online: www.cowragarden.com.au/workshops

🌏 Ken Nakajima Place, Cowra NSW 2794
📞 02 6341 2233
💻 www.cowragarden.com.au . .

BIRD WATCHING 🐦🐓The landscape of Cowra varies from the rich agricultural river flats to the slopes and rolling hills of ...
11/02/2025

BIRD WATCHING 🐦🐓

The landscape of Cowra varies from the rich agricultural river flats to the slopes and rolling hills of the Lachlan Valley. From relatively untouched native vegetation in our National Parks, to small remnant of native bush found along old Travelling Stock Reserves (TSR), there are many great places to spot woodland birds throughout the Shire.

The Cowra Region is home to a number of threatened or declining species, including the Superb Parrot, Swift Parrot, Black-Chinned Honeyeater, Diamond Firetail, Brown Treecreeper, Barking Owl, Speckled Warbler and Hooded Robin.

For detailed information on the best places in the region to spot local birdlife, pick up a copy of Bird Routes of Cowra brochure from the Cowra Visitor Information Centre or download it via our website.
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📷: Cowra Natural Resource Management Committee - Cowra NRM

CYCLE IN COWRA 🚴‍♀️🚴 Cowra is a great place to escape on your bike! Most trails are either on country roads or off-road ...
10/02/2025

CYCLE IN COWRA 🚴‍♀️🚴

Cowra is a great place to escape on your bike! Most trails are either on country roads or off-road shared paths and make for a great day out. One of the most popular trails is a ride at the Cowra Peace Precinct where all the family can enjoy the panoramic views of the Lachlan Valley. Ride from Bellevue Hill Lookout to the Cowra Japanese Garden and Cultural Centre and onwards to the historic Cowra POW Camp where you will link up to the Garrison Walk.

Visit our website to download the Cowra Rides Guide or venture further into the region with trails from Ride Central West.
💻: www.visitcowra.com.au/discover/great-outdoors . .
📸 RPP Creative

HOW'S THE SERENITY? 🤩🍃Isn't the Cowra Japanese Garden and Cultural Centre just the perfect place to sit back, relax and ...
07/02/2025

HOW'S THE SERENITY? 🤩🍃

Isn't the Cowra Japanese Garden and Cultural Centre just the perfect place to sit back, relax and admire the stunning scenery?
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📸 Yanxin Wang

IT'S BEER O'CLOCK SOMEWHERE! 🍺🍻Venture out to Bulla Creek Brewing Co. this weekend - 'a great brewery, in the middle of ...
06/02/2025

IT'S BEER O'CLOCK SOMEWHERE! 🍺🍻

Venture out to Bulla Creek Brewing Co. this weekend - 'a great brewery, in the middle of nowhere!'

February is full of excitement out at Bulla Creek with LIVE & ON TAP performances by Central West musicians as well as Hops Tours from 12pm every Saturday!

Situated on a fifth generation family farm halfway between Cowra and Young, Bulla Creek Brewing Co. is always worth a visit. Here you can enjoy 10+ beers on tap, a rotating offering of food trucks and a beautiful outlook to the creek and paddocks. All beer is brewed onsite, using grain sourced from the Riverina and drawing on local produce where possible to create their range.

If you are planning on visiting, please let the team know by booking via the website: www.bullacreekbrewing.com.au . .
📸: Regional Lifestyle Magazine

GOOLOOGONG RECREATION PARK MARKETS 🛍️🎁Looking for something to do this weekend? The Gooloogong Recreation Park Markets ...
05/02/2025

GOOLOOGONG RECREATION PARK MARKETS 🛍️🎁

Looking for something to do this weekend? The Gooloogong Recreation Park Markets have you covered with their upcoming Valentines Day market!

Held from 9am - 1pm this coming Sunday, the Markets offer a range of stallholders and diverse products, making it a day not to be missed!

Follow the Markets on Facebook for all the latest updates and to see which stallholders will be attending!
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G'DAY SKIPPY 👋 🦘Have you ever come across one of these furry marsupials during your visit to Cowra? . .📸: Over and Abo...
04/02/2025

G'DAY SKIPPY 👋 🦘

Have you ever come across one of these furry marsupials during your visit to Cowra? . .
📸: Over and Above Photography

HOT SUMMER NIGHTS ⭐🌠You won't get this view in the big city! Visit Cowra and experience a night sky that's unlike anythi...
03/02/2025

HOT SUMMER NIGHTS ⭐🌠

You won't get this view in the big city! Visit Cowra and experience a night sky that's unlike anything you've ever seen before... . .
📸 David Magro

KOI AT THE GARDEN 🐠🐡 Visitors to the Cowra Japanese Garden and Cultural Centre often comment on how much they love to fe...
31/01/2025

KOI AT THE GARDEN 🐠🐡

Visitors to the Cowra Japanese Garden and Cultural Centre often comment on how much they love to feed the resident ducks but did you know can also feed the koi fish?

Just ask the friendly team at the desk during Summer, Autumn or Spring and purchase a bag of fish food before making your way up to the viewing platform over the pond. . .
📸 Cowra Japanese Garden and Cultural Centre

31/01/2025

No doubt the word is getting out there. This event has had to be postponed due to low ticket sales and the extreme heat that is forecast for the concert weekend.
It's not over just moved the date to October. Please note, no at gate tickets will be issued. Pre brought tickets only. So when the new date is released jump on and support this event.

INDIGENOUS ART BRIDGE MURALS 🖐🏻🖐🏼🖐🏽🖐🏾🖐🏿A short walk from the Cowra Visitor Information Centre, take a peek beneath the ...
30/01/2025

INDIGENOUS ART BRIDGE MURALS 🖐🏻🖐🏼🖐🏽🖐🏾🖐🏿

A short walk from the Cowra Visitor Information Centre, take a peek beneath the Lachlan River Bridge to view the impressive indigenous murals painted by Aboriginal artist, Kym Freeman and local children.

The size of the murals and attention to fine detail make them a must-see when visiting Cowra. The murals depict various aspects of Cowra’s history as well as incorporating Indigenous themes throughout. Visitors can also enjoy a gentle stroll along the Erambie Shared Path set next to the banks of the Galari Bila (Lachlan River) to view both sides of the murals. . .
📸: Cowra Council

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GOLD AT WYANGALA? 🪙⛏️ Cowra Tourism Board Member and Reflections Wyangala Waters Park Manager Barbara spills the beans on one of the local mysteries of Wyangala! "According to historical reports, in the 1860’s a Bushranger by the name of Frank Gardiner buried £21,000 of stolen gold in the mountains of Wyangala after an armed holdup. Before he and his fellow bushrangers could split it between them, they were found and arrested, with only £5500 of the stash being recovered. Despite 12 months of searching by the police at the time, the rest of the loot could not be found, meaning there is a chance it may still be there today! According to our calculations for inflation and the increase in the price of gold, the undiscovered gold would now be worth a staggering $310 million AUD" Want to visit Wyangala for yourself? Plan your escape here: 🖥 www.visitcowra.com.au/wyangala-dam 📞 02 6342 4333 . . . 📸: @reflectionsholidays #Cowra #VisitCowra #WiradjuriCountry #Wyangala #VisitWyangala #CentralWestNSW #FeelNewSouthWales

CANBERRA CARAVAN, CAMPING AND LIFESTYLE EXPO! ⭐🎊
CANBERRA CARAVAN, CAMPING AND LIFESTYLE EXPO! ⭐🎊

CANBERRA CARAVAN, CAMPING AND LIFESTYLE EXPO! ⭐🎊 Cowra Tourism are at the Canberra Caravan Camping Lifestyle Expo from Friday right through until Sunday, showcasing all the amazing things our beautiful region has to offer! If you're heading to the expo this weekend be sure to drop by Exhibition Park in Canberra and say hello to the amazing Cowra, Canowindra and Weddin team in the Coorong Pavillion! Sample the delicious food and wine from our region or come and chat to one of our business members: Romanian Delights, Glen Donald Estate, Kick Ice Cocktails, Over and Above Photography, Cowra Japanese Garden and Cultural Centre, Lachlan Valley Railway, Rosnay Organic, Antonio's, WALLINGTON WINES, Windowrie Wine, Kalari Wines, Bulla Creek Brewing Co. Borrowed Cuttings Wine and our good friends from Weddin Mountains Region! . . . #Cowra #WeAreCowra #WiradjuriCountry #LoveWhereYouLive #SupportLocal #CTCMembers

Cowra Canola Safety
Cowra Canola Safety

COWRA CANOLA SAFETY 🌾🚜 We love Canola season as much as our visitors do and we cannot wait to welcome you all to see them! For your safety, please ensure you abide by the following rules and do NOT enter the canola fields. For your safety, please ensure you drive with care along our roads and highways. Be aware that Canola fields are on private property and visitors are not permitted to enter paddocks. Entering private property without permission is considered trespassing and unsafe. Please watch this short educational video so you can have the safest experience visiting the Cowra region. We are committed to emphasizing the importance of canola safety and biosecurity to protect our farmers' livelihoods. If you would like a free sign for your property, please contact us via the phone number below. - Visit our website: 💻 www.visitcowra.com.au/cowra-canola-experiences Or call us on: 📞 02 6342 4333 . . . #Cowra #VisitCowra #WiradjuriCountry #CentralWestNSW #CowraCanola

FIELDS OF GOLD TOURS 🌾🚌 Thanks to the 7NEWS Central West team for coming to Cowra to experience our Fields of Gold! Want to see our specatular canola fields for youself? Book a 2 hour guided tour with us! Your tour includes: ⭐A professionally guided tour departing from the Cowra Visitor Information Centre ⭐Visit to canola ‘hot spots’ for unique photo opportunities ⭐An information booklet detailing the lifecycle of Canola ⭐A historical town tour Tours will run Saturdays and Sundays from August through to October (subject to crop availability). Private tours are available throughout the week for 4 or more people. Plan your visit here: 🖥 www.visitcowra.com.au/cowra-canola-experiences 📞 02 6342 4333 . . . 📸: 7 News Central West #Cowra #VisitCowra #WiradjuriCountry #CentralWestNSW #CowraCanola

Cowra Canola Safety
Cowra Canola Safety

COWRA CANOLA EXPERIENCES🌾🚜 We are so excited to see Canola fields popping up around the region and we cannot wait to welcome you all to see them! For your safety, please ensure you drive with care along our roads and highways. Be aware that Canola fields are on private property and visitors are not permitted to enter paddocks. Entering private property without permission is considered trespassing and unsafe. Please watch this short educational video so you can have the safest experience visiting the Cowra region. - Discover more at: 💻 www.visitcowra.com.au/cowra-canola-experiences Or call us on: 📞 02 6342 4333

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