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Schools in Eugowra 2806, New South Wales
Eugowra is a small rural village in the NSW Central West, set on Mandagery Creek between Orange and Forbes. Known for the historic 1862 Escort Rock bushranger hold-up and as a gateway to Nangar National Park, it offers a quiet, close‑knit community with basic services and country charm.
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Why families love Eugowra
Agriculture-based community with a mix of farming families and older residents; relaxed village pace, strong volunteer culture, and reliance on nearby regional centres (Forbes, Orange, Canowindra) for higher-order jobs, shopping, and services.
Amenities & services
- IGA/general store and local shops
- Eugowra Multipurpose Service (hospital) and GP clinic
- Pubs, cafe and bakery
- Post office and service station
- Pharmacy agency
- Rural supplies and hardware
- Community/sports hall
- Canowindra Library (Gaskill St, Canowindra)
- Molong Library (Bank St, Molong)
- Forbes Library (Rankin St, Forbes)
Transport & connectivity
- No local train station; NSW TrainLink coach connections via Forbes/Orange
- The Escort Way (MR61) linking to Forbes and Orange
- Access to Lachlan Valley Way via nearby towns
- Nearest train services at Orange (connections to Sydney)
- Orange Regional Airport and Parkes Regional Airport
Lifestyle & recreation
- Eugowra Sportsground and Showground
- Public swimming pool
- Tennis and netball courts
- Mandagery Creek walking and picnic areas
- Local events and agricultural shows
- Escort Rock Nature Reserve
- Nangar National Park
- Lions Park (Mandagery Creek)
- Eugowra Showground & Recreation Reserve
Education access
Limited local options (preschool/kindy); broader long‑day care and family day care available in Forbes (~33km) and Canowindra (~28km).
- Charles Sturt University – Orange Campus (Orange)
- Charles Sturt University – Bathurst Campus (Bathurst)
- University of Sydney – School of Rural Health (Orange)
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