Woodford to Wamuran

5 April 2026

Purple shines bright at Woodford open-mic night

Contributed by Crystal Peters March 26 was the designated day for epilepsy awareness and it was wonderful to see so many of our patrons and performers choosing to wear or display the colour purple in recognition of the day. Band members Peter, Kev, B...

23 March 2026

Woodford reins on world stage

A Woodford-based equestrian carriage driver is preparing to compete overseas after achieving international accreditation, with her sights firmly set on representing Australia at the World Championships. Jane Howard was recently granted international ...

13 March 2026

Woodfordia opens gates for free Locals Day fun

The gates of Woodfordia will open to the community later this month for a free day of swimming, music and outdoor fun at the upcoming Woodfordia Locals Day. The event will take place on Sunday, March 29 from 10am to 4pm at Woodfordia, giving locals t...

13 March 2026

Record recycling at Woodfordia

Woodford Folk Festival 2025–26 saved a record-breaking 120,000 containers from landfill, smashing the previous year’s collection of 90,000 containers. As part of its commitment to keep its waste footprint to a minimum, Woodfordia Inc, the organisatio...

13 March 2026

Woodford’s new look

Visitors entering Woodford are being welcomed by newly refurbished town signs, thanks to the efforts of volunteers from the Woodford Lions Club. The updated “WOODFORD” signs were installed at three locations around town over the last two weeks (the D...

13 March 2026

Playitt music night hits right note in Woodford

Contributed by Crystal Peters Recent rains have put a damper on a lot of things and the need to be entertained in a dry spot has escalated. Look no further than the Woodford Bowls Club on Thursday nights where Playitt, the regular local music event, ...

6 March 2026

Woodford rides high

The Woodford Showgrounds played host to a big night of rodeo action on Saturday, February 28, as the Woodford Riders Buckle Event rode into town. Part of the Riders in the Dirt Elite Rodeo Series (R.I.D.E.R.S), the event delivered a full program of c...

24 February 2026

She-wolfpack on the hunt

Stanley River Rugby League Football Club is calling on local girls and women to lace up their boots, as the Wolves prepare to launch their first-ever Open Women’s team. The club is currently seeking additional players to join the historic squad, with...

22 February 2026

Buckle up, it’s rodeo time

The Woodford Showgrounds will come alive with dust, determination and bucking bulls when the Woodford Riders Buckle Event rides into town on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Part of the R.I.D.E.R.S — Riders in the Dirt Elite Rodeo Series — the event prom...