What's On- October 2020
Whats On
Wednesday 7th October 2020
October in Cootamundra
The first week of October is almost over and we have had our hottest days yet almost hitting the 30 degree mark and rain! With the weather giving us a taste of the best of both worlds crops are booming with the warmth and watering provided from the skies above.
Most Canola crops are out in flower now, with some of them loosing their flowers and many farmers getting ready to harvest. Over the rest of October you will start to see more harvested fields with rows or crops pilled on the ground. Silage has also started, storing harvested goods for the summer months, providing a sweet treat for cattle and sheep. All in all this time of year is very busy around the outskirts of town.
Keeping Busy
The possibilities to let your rural spirit play in Cootamundra are endless. With the weather warming up its a great month to explore the nature and outdoors of Cootamundra.
Bird Watching
Cootamundra and surrounds are home to a wide variety of bird species, alot of which are native to Australia and the Riverina. The sky is often hung with flocks of birds, flying above the golden canola crops.
Parks
Cootamundra prides itself on its Parks, with a wide variety of areas to enjoy. If you're just passing through town, why not stop at Albert Park under the big, lovely shady trees on the green grass and have a picnic. Its a lovely space to let the kids have a run around, with a playground also at the site. Cricket is starting soon, so if you pull in on a Saturday you may be lucky enough to catch some local cricket! Check out some other options below.
Scenic Drives
There's nothing like getting out into the country and breathing in the fresh smell of eucalyptus from the native Gum Tree's, listening to the laughs of a Kookaburra or tasting locally produced goods. Not only is the town itself gorgeous, but its outskirts are something worth seeing.
Around Town
Arrived here in Cootamundra and want to connect the dots on how to tie in all attractions? Why not check out our ever growing list of town tours below. They will be sure to keep you busy for hours!
Maps
A bit lost? We have maps galore on our Visit Cootamundra Website that will get you here, around and more. If you need a helping hand head to the link below or even call into the Cootamundra Visitor Information Centre at 76 Hovell Street, Cootamundra.
Neighbouring Towns
Cootamundra is lucky to be centrally located around numerous towns not far away. Cootamundra is joined with Gundagai as a Council, with the town being a short 40 minutes apart. Other towns not far away include Junee, Temora. Jugiong, Stockinbingal, Wallendbeen and Tumut. To get a little snippet about each town, click on the link below.
Villages
Cootamundra is a town surrounded by smaller villages that make up the towns population and its beautiful scenery. Driving in-between each village provides a glimpse into the lives of people in the country, the wildlife, farming culture and the harshness yet unique attributes of the land.
Walking
Being in the Riverina region, the Cootamundra Scenery is just simply something else. The native tree's guiding you along your path throughout National parks and along dam banks will provide you with an insight into not only the beautiful countryside , but also the areas animals as well. Check out some of the options below!
Happenings in the Region
Dog on the Selfiebox Competition- Gundagai
Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council are celebrating the installation of our new selfie box located at the iconic Dog on the Tuckerbox. Together Gundagai and Cootamundra Youth Councils have embraced this new attraction and developed the idea of running a four-legged friend competition.
This competition is open to locals and travelers. The competition will be running on both Facebook and Instagram. The winner will be selected on the 28th of November- The Dog's 88th birthday! You will win an awesome Radius Mountain Bike offering comfortable geometry, and knobby tyres. The 27.5" wheels deliver the ideal mix of agility and speed.
To enter you need to 1. Use the hashtag #dogontheselfiebox when positing your photo and 2. Tag the Gundagai Visitor Information Centre (if positing) on Facebook and Visit Gundagai (if posting) on Instagram.
If you have any suggestions for information you would like to see in our "What's On in Cootamundra"e-newsletter, or questions about information within this newslteer itself please send your inquiries and ideas to info@visitcootamundra.com.au