Margaret Beazley, Governor of NSW and Mr Dennis Wilson will visit Bathurst, Blayney, Cowra, and Carcoar from Thursday, August 1, to Monday, August 5, 2024.
"Dennis and I are looking forward to traveling to Bathurst, Cowra, and surrounds for commemorations of the 80th Anniversary of the Cowra Breakout, and to meet the inspiring locals and community groups who contribute so vitally to this vibrant, historic, and beautiful part of the Central West," Governor Beazley said.
In Cowra, the Governor and Mr Wilson will learn about rehabilitation programs at Weigelli Centre Aboriginal Corporation.
They will also tour the Cowra Regional Art Gallery, watch demonstrations by Cowra Riding for the Disabled and the Cowra Pony Club riders, and hear from Cowra Council representatives about local programs and initiatives. They will participate in various commemorations of the 80th Anniversary of the Cowra Breakout, including a 2am wreath-laying ceremony at the Cowra POW Campsite.
