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25.01.2022 Latest entries for the 2020 Cowra Archbird Prize - Open Category

24.01.2022 Exciting news! Today we launch our new booklet, highlighting ten projects farmers can undertake to enhance natural assets on their farms The booklet is ava...ilable for FREE to landholders in our project area. Click here to find out how to get your hands on a copy! http://sustainablefarms.org.au/ten_ways The Ten Ways booklet is underpinned by 20 years of long-term studies on farms, & by the hundreds of conversations between farmers & our ecologists. It covers: Protecting paddock trees Looking after rivers, creeks and wetlands Improving farm dams Protecting native pastures Making a plan for managing natural assets ... and more! Copies are limited, so if you live in North East Victoria, NSW Murray-Riverina, South West Slopes or Central West, visit http://sustainablefarms.org.au/ten_ways to find out how to get your copy.

24.01.2022 I hope you are all doing well during this very difficult time. We had a great turn-out to the Solar evening with Jonathan Prendergast and if you missed out or just wanted to look over his presentation again - we have attached it here - https://www.cowracouncil.com.au//Cowra%20Solar%20Info%20Ni.... And don't forget that the best installers are your local installers who are here to help before, during and after your installation. Cowra has 3 Solar installers - Zac Power - https://www.facebook.com/ZPOWERSOLAR/ - Mid West Solar - https://www.midwestsolar.com.au/ - Josh Gardiner - https://www.facebook.com/joshgardinerelectricalandsolar/ Also, A website Jonathan suggested on the night that was very useful when researching installing solar was www.wattever.com.au Keep safe and well and we hope to have more events soon. :)

23.01.2022 In 2nd place for the 2020 Open Category is Chris Bruce with his photo 'Spotted Pardalote' Judge’s Comments:- An excellent portrait of this beautiful Spotted pardalote perched on an attractive lichen-covered branch. Superb feather detail and the subject well composed in the frame. An image with stunning impact. Congratulations Chris. We will announce 1st place tomorrow.

22.01.2022 And the Winner of the 2020 Open Category is 'Pick of the Bunch' by Jayden Gunn. Judge’s Comments:- Congratulations to Jayden on attaining the top award. His beautiful image of this Gang-gang Cockatoo foraging amongst the red berries has loads of impact. Sharp focus, well composed subject set against a clean, unobstructed background. Congratulations Jayden. We will announce the commended and highly commended's tomorrow.

22.01.2022 Time to announce the Winner of the 2020 Teen Category. The winning image is 'Fishing' by Josh Carpenter. Judge’s Comment: A very well composed image of this White-faced Heron showing the value of applying the rule-of-thirds when positioning the subject within the frame. Well done Josh! Congratulations Josh. We will announce the commended and highly commended's tomorrow.

21.01.2022 Congratulations to all our winners and a big thankyou to all participants. Open Category: 1st Place - Phil Weyers - "Chow Time"... 2nd Place - Phil Weyers - "Spring TIme Galahs" 3rd Place - Chris Bruce - "Wedge-tailed Eagle" Youth Category: 1st Place - Mia - "Just Cruising" 2nd Place - Patrick - "Galah eating a stick" 3rd Place - Hayden "What's going on there" Peoples Choice - Mia Lewis "Just Cruising" & Hellen Horton "It's all in the Crest" Special Recognition to:- Highly Commended: Chris Bruce - "Black Kite & Brown Falcon" Geoff Ball - "Red-capped Robin" Rosemary Stapleton - "Elegance with an 'i' " - Black Shouldered Kite Commended: Phil Weyers - "Learning the Ropes" - Black Swan Phil Weyers - "Rosella Feeding Time" Chris Bruce - "Brown Falcon" Richard Clarke - "How's this one for the Nest" - 2 Galah's Chris Nixon - "Pacific Black Duck" Julia Hudd - "Pink-eared Duck 2" The overall standard of photography was excellent with many outstanding images. Congratulations to the award winners, and to those who missed out this year there is always next time! Carefully study the award winning images to see how you may improve your bird photography. Judging by: John Cooper EFIAP FAPS

21.01.2022 Congratulations to all our winners and a Big thankyou to everyone for participating in the Archbird Prize. We have put together an album of all the winners and those that have been recognised for their awesome photos.

21.01.2022 Our Youth Category Winners & Commended

20.01.2022 The 2020 Birdlife Calendar is now available - by purchasing a copy you can help Birdlife Australia's important bird conservation work.

19.01.2022 Get your Superb Parrot photos in for this great competition.

18.01.2022 Thankyou to everyone involved with putting this article together - it was so inspiring to have been able to work with so many groups and people passionate about our feathered wildlife. We're looking forward to next years Archibird competition. :)

18.01.2022 Time to announce the Winner of the 2020 Youth Category. The winning image is 'King of the Road' by Deakin Horton. Judge’s Comments: A lovely rendition of this foraging King Parrot which is beautifully complemented by the surrounding green pasture. Congratulations Deakin - well seen and taken. Congratulations Deakin. We will announce the commended and highly commended's tomorrow.

17.01.2022 Phil Weyers popped in to pickup his prize Congratulations and thankyou Phil for your stunning photos! Checkout all the great photos we have on display at Cowra Council.

17.01.2022 Solar Power Is great for the environment and freely emits power to your home - but where to begin? Have you been considering Solar but feeling overwhelmed by all the different options - what system is best for you and how do you save on energy costs?... Then don't miss a FREE community information evening on household solar energy where Jonathan Prendergast - an independent renewable energy specialist - will discuss Solar Options for the domestic household. Jonathan is the founding director of Prendergast Projects http://prendergastprojects.com.au/ and the Sutherland Shire Community Energy Project http://sunnyshire.org.au/ he will cover topics such as investment returns & rebates, panel sizes/brands/types, inverter & battery options, community/group solar, options in selling back to the grid, plus more and he is open to any solar question you may have. When: Wed 4 March at 7pm Where: Cowra Bowling Club

15.01.2022 The wonderful Youth category entries :-)

15.01.2022 We are loving these Animal Tales with Tim Faulkner and todays episode about Rainbow Lorrikeets was very interesting. If you have kids hanging around at home, or even anyone interested in the animal world, I am sure they would love to follow these talks.

13.01.2022 As part of Birdweek 2020 the Cowra NRM along with support from Mid Lachlan Landcare, Saving our Superb Parrot and NSW Government, will be hosting an evening on all things Birding Spend an evening with Warren Chad & Damon Oliver for a light hearted talk about what's going on with our feathered friends and discover the role you can play through observation and citizen science to make a difference. Warren is a regular on ABC Central West radio and an avid contributor to Bir...d Life Australia, his life's mission is to photograph and observe as many of the world’s birds as possible which all began as kid with a love of being outdoors and in natures splendour. Dr Damon Oliver has been involved in research and conservation of woodland birds for 30 years. He especially loves the Superb Parrot and gets a thrill every time he sees or hears them. The best part of his job as a threatened species manager with the NSW Government’s Saving Our Species program is working with the many Landcare groups and landholders who share his love of the environment and sustainable agriculture. The Saving Our Superb Parrot project has been a wonderful example of community and Government working together as a team to help a threatened species in rural NSW. Book your seat ASAP. You don't want to miss this fantastic evening.

12.01.2022 YAY.it’s that time again The Archibird Prize photography competition is now open for its 2nd year. I hope you have all been busy hanging out with the birds and taking photos, we’re certainly looking forward to seeing what you have captured. Last year’s entries were fantastic. ... Entry Details: Like & follow the Cowra NRM page Send us your photos via messenger or email to [email protected] 10 photos per person per category (there are 3 categories) Photos must be of wild Australian birds taken within 100kms of Cowra Photos entered in last year’s competition will not be accepted Provide the following details: * Category your entering * Name & phone number * Caption/title of photo * Location photo was taken Entries Close Monday 2 November 2020 Goodluck Terms & Conditions * Photos of birds held in captivity or restrained in any manner or that have been taken using harmful or unethical practices will NOT be accepted * The committee reserves the right to refuse any entry that does not abide by these rules and does not provide all necessary contact details. * Entry into the competition signifies acceptance of all conditions. Entrants are required to abide by the Conditions of Entry and Terms and Conditions as presented. * This Competition is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook. You are providing your information to the Cowra NRM and not to Facebook. The information you provide will be used for the competition only - your name and the photo caption/title is the only information that will be displayed on Facebook - all personal information will be stored confidentially for the Cowra NRM to contact you in the event you win a prize

11.01.2022 It's a bit exciting! We have already sold over 25% of the tickets to see Charlie Massy at the Cowra Civic Centre. Don't miss out :-)

10.01.2022 Remember to keep your bird baths topped up during this hot weather. Our wildlife are struggling through this heat every bit us much as we are.

10.01.2022 Don't forget - Charlie Massy, author of 'Call of the Reed Warbler' will be in Cowra this Friday. For tickets, go to https://www.trybooking.com/BGTZX

09.01.2022 After cancelling the last Healthy Horses Healthy Landscapes field day due to COVID-19 Mid Lachlan Landcare are very excited to be able to reschedule the day for Saturday 25th July 1-4pm at Cargo. RSVP a must - Hurry, places are limited.

04.01.2022 Entries for the 2020 Cowra Archbird Prize - Open Category

03.01.2022 Our Archibird winners were recently presented with their prizes by Mayor Bill West (unfortunately Phil & Chris were unable to attend). Thankyou to everyone who participated, liked, shared and enjoyed our competition, We hope you all enjoyed the stunning images captured by some very amazing photographers. Some of these photos are now on display in the foyer at Cowra Council. We wish to thank all our partners and sponsors who made this compeition possible - Cowra Woodland Birds..., Mid Lachlan Landcare and Cowra Council. Also a big thankyou to John Cooper for judging all our entries. Our aim was to raise awareness of the birds that share this amazing place with us and the important role they play in the environment and to share the love and appreciation of these amazing creatures. We hope that this is the first of many Archibird competitions to come. Thankyou

03.01.2022 Some new entries for our Teen category :-)

02.01.2022 Have you been considering Solar Power? Then don't miss a FREE information evening on the how and what of Solar Energy for your home. This Wednesday 4 March - 7pm at the Cowra Bowling Club.

02.01.2022 We counted 25 different species of birds at this trough near Tooraweenah, over five days. Two of the birds are threatened species of the Central West. With temp...eratures set to stay high for the next few days, have a think about putting out some water at your place and see who drops in for a drink. Eastern Rosella Crimson Rosella Blue Bonnet Crested Pigeon PeeWee (Magpie Lark) Superb Parrot (Threatened Species of the Central West) Spotted Bowerbird Yellow-faced Honeyeater Apostle Bird Blue Faced Honeyeater Noise Minor Yellow-throated Miner Galah Spiny-cheeked Honeyeater Grey-crowned Babbler (Threatened Species of the Central West) Australian Raven Australian Magpie Sulphur-crested Cockatoo Spotted Bowerbird Grey Butcherbird Pied Butherbird Wedge-tailed Eagle Striped Honeyeater Little Fiarbird @BirdLife Australia

02.01.2022 Our Teen Category Winners & Commended