In the Community - Winter 2026

Can Assist: Supporting Locals When It Matters Most

Can Assist Mudgee plays a vital role in supporting individuals and families across the Mid-Western region who are undergoing cancer treatment. While part of a state-wide organisation, each branch operates independently, raising its own funds to ensure that every dollar stays local and directly supports those in need.
Run entirely by volunteers, the Mudgee branch provides practical financial assistance to patients who often need to travel to Dubbo, Orange, Bathurst, Newcastle or Sydney for treatment. With no government funding, Can Assist relies on the generosity of local businesses and the wider community. Initiatives such as the annual Can Cruise, weekly raffles at Mudgee Golf Club, and community events have helped raise significant funds - including nearly $300,000 from the Can Cruise alone over the past 18 years.
Support is available to anyone undergoing cancer treatment, with a simple application process and no means testing required. Assistance can include travel, accommodation, medical and living expenses - easing the burden during an already challenging time. Since July 2025, the Mudgee branch has supported 130 patients, providing essential relief when it’s needed most.
Can Assist Mudgee extends its sincere thanks to ACEN for their ongoing support through the Social Investment Program, helping ensure this important work can continue in our community.

2026 Art Unlimited Exhibition

Art Unlimited will be held on 20–21 and 27–28 June 2026. Widely recognised as one of regional Australia’s most acclaimed and exciting art competitions, Art Unlimited attracts talented artists, photographers and ceramicists from across the country, all competing for prize money exceeding $11,000.
Tickets for the catered opening night on Friday 19 June are $40 and available online via the Art Unlimited website. Superb quality catering is provided by Dunedoo Central School food technology students and fine wines by Bunnamagoo Wines Mudgee.
Entry to the weekend exhibition is $5, payable at the door of Dunedoo Central School hall, Digilah Street, Dunedoo. Exhibition hours are 9.30am to 4pm each day except Sunday 28 June when the event closes at 2pm. Lunch will be provided by the CWA and available to purchase both weekends.
For more information please visit: artunlimitednsw.com.au

Magnificent Mudgee Business Awards

The Magnificent Mudgee Business Awards celebrate the outstanding businesses and individuals who contribute to the strength, diversity and success of the Mudgee region.
Delivered by Business Mudgee and launched in 2020, the awards recognise excellence across a range of industries, highlighting the people and businesses driving our local economy forward.
The awards are an opportunity to:
Recognise and celebrate local business success
Showcase the diversity and strength of our business community
Highlight innovation, resilience and leadership
Encourage continued growth and excellence across the region
They provide a platform for businesses of all sizes and stages to be acknowledged for their contribution to the local community.
Business Mudgee call for all local businesses to get involved, be in spotlight and gain region-wide recognition.
For more information and to enter the awards visit: businessmudgee.com.au/mudgee-business-awards

Mudgee Rugby Union Ladies Day

Sponsored by ACEN Australia, Mudgee Rugby Union Club presents 2026 LADIES DAY!
A day to celebrate the women in our rugby club. Players, supporters, committee members.
The ones that bind our club and make it a home.
Date - Saturday 13 June 2026 12:30PM - 11:59PM
Location - Glen Willow, Mudgee Wombats