Life in Cowra
Life in Cowra
Welcome to Cowra. We know you are going to love living in Cowra and have a great time if you are passing through.

Life in Cowra
Is Cowra a good place to live?
Yes, Cowra is a great place to live or visit. Below our guide to Cowra will give you all the information you need to make moving here easier or make your trip a more informed and enjoyable one.
Visas required to live in Cowra
If you happen to be a citizen from a country other than Australia and are looking to move to Cowra, you are going to need a visa to do so. Australia has many visas on offer that could allow you to live and work in Cowra. Due to there being many different visas, each with it’s own rights and obligations, it is best to take our Free Visa Assessment so we can provide accurate advice on the visa options available to you in your specific circumstances.
If you are moving to Cowra and want to find a job in Cowra we have a guide specifically on how to find and apply for jobs in Cowra for new arrivals. Always make sure you have secured a visa that allows you to work before starting your new job.
Map of Cowra
Weather in Cowra
Cowra
Cowra is a small town in the Central West region of New South Wales, Australia. It is the largest population centre and the council seat for the Cowra Shire, with a population of 9,863.
Cowra is located approximately 310 m (1,017 ft) above sea level, on the banks of the Lachlan River, in the Lachlan Valley. By road it is approximately 310 km (193 mi) west of the state capital, Sydney, and 189 km (117 mi) north of the nation’s capital, Canberra. The town is situated at the intersection of three state highways: the Mid-Western Highway, Olympic Highway, and the Lachlan Valley Way.
Cowra is included in the rainfall recorder and weather forecast region for the Central West Slopes and Plains division of the Bureau of Meteorology forecasts.
Hotels and Accommodation in Cowra
There are all types of accommodation available in Cowra. The best place to find Hotels, serviced apartments or holiday lets is via Book Direct and Save Bookdirectandsave.com
This website lists the exact same properties as Airbnb and booking.com but does not charge the high commissions so their nightly accommodation rates are cheaper.
Or contact any of these great local hotels, apartments or holiday accommodation businesses.
Cowra is full of great businesses and helpful services. Below are a selection of our best.
Accountants in Cowra
Banks in Cowra
Cafes in Cowra
Carpet Cleaners in Cowra
Dentists in Cowra
Doctors and Medical clinics in Cowra
You can make an appointment at any of these local doctors or clinics.
Contact one of the Cowra Electricians below
Hospitals in Cowra
Mechanics in Cowra
Newspapers in Cowra
Pest Control in Cowra
Plumbers in Cowra
Real Estate Agents in Cowra
Restaurants in Cowra
Schools in Cowra
Solicitors in Cowra
Supermarkets in Cowra
Vets in Cowra
For all information on living in towns and cities across Australia visit our Living in Australia index page where you will find 160 guides on areas right across the country.
To live and work in Australia you might be eligible for an Australian Work Visa or a Permanent Residency visa as a skilled worker. Find out more and move to Australia to live and work and start you new life.