Bowral Classic boosts Highlands economy

October 31, 2022Posted in: Community, Delivering, Events

Organisers of the 2022 Bowral Classic have hailed this year’s cycling event as the most successful to date. Held across the Southern Highlands over the 15 and 16 October the two-day cycling extravaganza attracted 3,000 cyclists and 4,000 visitors to the Shire over the participating weekend. Event Organiser James Yaffa said the 2022 event exceeded...

Community Expo returns for 2022

October 4, 2022Posted in: Community, Events

Close up of small red felt heart, held by woman

Wingecarribee Shire Council is set to host the annual Wingecarribee Community Expo on Thursday 13 October at the Bowral Uniting Church Hall. Council’s Coordinator Community Development, Ms Cath Brennan, explained that the Expo provides an opportunity for residents to discover the range of services and support groups that contribute to our Shire. “Over 35 exhibitors...

Arts Trail maps now available

September 28, 2022Posted in: Community, Events

arts trail illustrated map

Wingecarribee Shire Council is encouraging residents to pick up their free map and start planning for this year’s Southern Highlands Arts Trail. Council’s Director Corporate Strategy and Resourcing, Ms Carmel Foster, said this year’s Arts Trail provides an opportunity for artists to showcase their work in their studio and sell direct to the public. “This...

Council to host Sustainability Festival

June 3, 2022Posted in: Community, Environment, Events

Marquee at outdoor festival. Two women posing for photo with Council branding.

Wingecarribee Shire Council is hosting an inaugural Wingecarribee Greener Footprint Fair on Saturday 25 June to inspire and connect residents with local sustainable living experts. The free family friendly event will take place between 11 am and 4 pm within the Old Town Hall and nearby Bendooley Precinct in Bowral. Council’s Manager of Environment and...

Bookings set to open for Seniors Festival

February 25, 2022Posted in: Community, Events

Mature lady looking excited

Bookings for Wingecarribee Shire Council’s 2022 Seniors Festival activities are set to open at 9 am Friday 4 March 2022. Council’s Director Corporate Strategy and Resourcing, Ms Carmel Foster urged prospective attendees to view the program ahead of the booking opening. “With over 60 events planned for this year’s festival, we’re confident we’ve got something...

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