Cowra is marking World Peace Day today, with the ringing of Australia’s Peace Bell calling for calm amid wars overseas.
The town has a history of keeping Japanese prisoners of war during World War II, and those who died in the camp have been remembered each year.
Also on today’s Podcast
Bathurst has a new Mayor and Deputy Mayor.
Councillor Ben Fry has been elected by Councillors five votes to four, with Sophie Wright named as Deputy by the same margin.
And, a community event as part of Dementia Action Week will be held next Thursday at the Bathurst Library.
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