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NOTICEBOARD “SOFT SCULPTURE” AT GALLERY
RAFCA 2017 STARTING NOW!
The exciting touring exhibition Soft Core opens at the Cowra Regional Art Gallery tomorrow, Saturday, August 26. Guest speaker at the event is exhibition curator Michael Do who will present a floor talk from 2.15pm prior to the opening. The exhibition continues until Sunday, October 8.
The unique Recycled Art for Cowra Awards (RAFCA) recently kicked-off with this year’s competition having the intriguing theme of “Showtime”, Cowra Tidy Towns Chair, Councillor Judi Smith said.
This “must-see” exhibition presents a diverse range of artistic practices that explore the many facets of ‘softness’. There are not only works that utilise tactile materials, co-opted for their versatility and their mutability between function and emotion, but also, works that require activation — such as electricity or inflation to become whole while others inhabit their softness quietly. Gallery hours this weekend are Saturday and Sunday, 2–4pm. Normal hours resume next week. Admission to the exhibition is free. Left: Michael Parekowha’s work, Cosmo McMurtry 2006, wovan nylon substrat, pigment, electrical components, 330 x 180 x 280 cm. Courtesy the artists, Roslyn Oxley9 Gallery, Sydney and Michael Lett Gallery, Auckland.
“It’s a very broad category which we hope will enthuse young people as much as last year’s ‘Song Titles’. Think show in any sense of the word: circuses, movies, TV shows, musicals, plays... and entrants can represent the titles of the show, a character they like, even a scene. “There are lots of other types of shows — fashion, puppet, flower. And of course agricultural shows like the Cowra show or some of our vibrant village shows. They can let their imaginations run wild!” Cr Smith said. Judging for this year’s RAFCA is on Wednesday, September 6, and entries must be brought in to the Aquatic Centre in the week before. “Again this year, there are great cash prizes for all categories, including $500 for Best in Show. Entry forms are currently being sent out to all previous competitors, and will be available in hard copy at the Council front desk, or online on the Council website,” Cr Smith concluded.
Below: Kathy Temin’s work, Pet Tomb: Roger, 2014, synthetic fur, MDF and filling, 220 x 95 x 95 cm. ©Kathy Temin.
CLEAN-UP AFTER “REX” ON OUR SPORTS GROUNDS Clean-up after your pet on Cowra’s sport fields, or you’re breaking the law! Cowra residents and ratepayers are reminded that, not only must they keep their dogs under control at all times in our public places, they must also clean-up after their pets. After recent feedback from local sports clubs, Council’s Ranger Services is focussing on the presence of dogs and other animals in and around the local sports reserves. Residents are also being advised of the penalties for not cleaning-up after Spot.
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THEIR FINEST (M) 2.00pm, Sunday 27 August
Tickets $10 (includes light refreshments) 1940, London, the Blitz; with the country’s morale at stake, Catrin (Gemma Arterton), an untried screenwriter, and a makeshift cast and crew, work under fire to make a film to lift the nation’s flagging spirits; and inspire America to join the war. THEIR FINEST, based on Lissa Evans’ novel, ‘Their Finest Hour and a Half’, is a witty, romantic and moving portrayal of a young woman finding her way, and her voice, in the mayhem of war… and the movies!
A DOG’S PURPOSE (PG) 10.30am, Wednesday 6 September Tickets $8 (includes light refreshments)
A devoted dog (Josh Gad) discovers the meaning of its own existence through the lives of the humans it teaches to laugh and love. Reincarnated as multiple canines over the course of five decades, the lovable pooch develops an unbreakable bond with a kindred spirit named Ethan (Bryce Gheisar). As the boy grows older and comes to a crossroad, the dog once again comes back into his life to remind him of his true self.
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Great art for recycling! Local kids at recent RAFCA workshops.
Five-year review of 2012 Local Environment Plan (LEP) Cowra Council is conducting a five-year review of the 2012 Local Environment Plan (LEP). The current Review will examine local issues including rural boundary adjustments, residential minimum lot sizes, intensive agricultural landuse, and classification of public land. The Issues Paper and the Summary of Recommendations Report may be viewed during normal business hours at Cowra Shire Council’s Customer Service Centre, 116 Kendal Street Cowra. The review is also available on Council’s website at www.cowracouncil.com.au via the ‘public exhibition link’ on the homepage. Submissions can be made in writing or by email to Council no later than 4.30pm on Monday, August 28. For more information or to discuss issues to do with the LEP Review, contact Council’s Land-Use Planner, Dean Steward on (02) 6340 2047, or Director — Environmental Services, Kate Alberry on (02) 6340 2045.
Aug 25, 2017
“It is an offence under the Companion Animals Act for a pet owner to not remove any faeces or droppings left behind by their animal. The fines start at $275 per offence,” Council’s Building & Regulatory Services Manager, Luke Sheehan said. “It is certainly not Council’s aim to unnecessarily issue these fines... but it may be the only option in an attempt to eliminate this growing problem,” Mr Sheehan added.
Cowra Council meeting time change Cowra Council’s Ordinary Meeting for Monday,August 28 will now start at 5.30pm in the Council Chambers at 116 Kendal St, Cowra. Members of the public are invited to attend Ordinary meetings of Cowra Council.
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NOMINATE NOW FOR PEACE AWARDS Do you know a young person that embodies the spirit of peace in their words and actions? Well now’s the time to nominate them for the 2017 Cowra Youth Peace Award. The annual award is coordinated by the Australian Chapter of the World Peace Bell Association and seeks to recognise a young person who has served the community by making a sustained effort to help others. “In these times of global terrorism and international insecurity, it’s important to foster and recognise peaceful attitudes and actions within our own community, especially amongst our young people,” Peace Bell Association Chairperson, Ian Brown, explained. This year, the Peace Bell Association has extended the nomination process to the Rotary Club of Cowra Senior Peace Award as well, giving community members another opportunity to recognise hard-working volunteers in our town. Nomination forms are available from Cowra Council, the Cowra Guardian office or can be downloaded from Council’s website at www.cowracouncil.com.au. Nominations close on Friday, 1 September, with the Awards to be announced at the World Peace Day dinner on Tuesday, September 19. The 2016 Cowra Youth Peace Award recipient, Maddison Johnson, acknowledging her fellow nominees in her acceptance speech. Now’s the time to nominate a local young person for the 2017 awards.
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