Gotta Have It

From handy helpfuls and fashion to what’s trending, this is where the CWM team is going to let you know what we love! You’ll find a fabulous selection of products to shop from our local businesses, in a round-up of what’s trending, what’s seasonal, or what’s really helpful.
Top Books, Podcasts, and Apps to Boost Your Mental Health and Well-Being

Top Books, Podcasts, and Apps to Boost Your Mental Health and Well-Being

Mental Health Month is celebrated each year in the month of October in NSW. In today’s fast-paced world, prioritising mental health and well-being has never been more important. Mental Health […]

3 Day June Sales @Orange City Centre

3 Day June Sales @Orange City Centre

Plus $5k worth of giveaways

100 Christmas Gift Ideas – 2023

100 Christmas Gift Ideas – 2023

We have created a hot list of 100 Christmas gift ideas from our lovely locals all in one place for Central West Mums. It’s usually this time of year that […]

21 Best Gift Ideas For Dad Found Locally In The Central West

21 Best Gift Ideas For Dad Found Locally In The Central West

Are you shopping for some gift ideas for Dad? Father’s Day is just over a week away, and if you are still looking for something you can order quickly for […]

Mother’s Day Local Gift Guide 2023

Mother’s Day Local Gift Guide 2023

Many of our Mums are looking for local inspiration for Mother’s Day gifts. Whether it’s for dropping a hint to your husband and kids or shopping for your own Mum, […]

40 Great Books to Read This Year

40 Great Books to Read This Year

Here are 40 great books to read. This list is inspired by the books Central West Mums are reading now. Book suggestions are in no particular order or genre. Any […]

3 Inspiring Tablescapes For Christmas

3 Inspiring Tablescapes For Christmas

Are you seeking inspiration for your Christmas table? Central West Mums engaged local stylist Belinda Grinter from Styling By Minikin on the key elements to make your table fun and […]

Paying Forward Fuels the Spark

Paying Forward Fuels the Spark

Judging by the abundance of op-shops, recycling centres and the popularity of de-cluttering gurus the Pay-It-Forward movement is as strong as ever. Lockdown-time also helped us tune into global issues and reflect on how we want to live, so we realise the need to play our part in protecting the earth’s resources and live more sustainably.

Meet Lina – Modibodi Real Life Reviews with Central West Women, NSW

Meet Lina – Modibodi Real Life Reviews with Central West Women, NSW

Recently, Central West Mums teamed up with the multi-award winning Modibodi; an Australian female led business for reusable leakproof apparel. We connected with several women from all walks and stages […]

Meet Melanie – Modibodi Real Life Reviews with Central West Women, NSW

Meet Melanie – Modibodi Real Life Reviews with Central West Women, NSW

Recently, Central West Mums teamed up with the multi-award winning Modibodi; an Australian female led business for reusable leakproof apparel. We connected with several women from all walks and stages […]

Meet Lou – Modibodi Real Life Reviews with Central West Women, NSW

Meet Lou – Modibodi Real Life Reviews with Central West Women, NSW

Central West Mums partnered with the multi-award winning Australian business Modibodi recently to share real life reviews on the product with Central West women. Modibodi is 100% Australian owned and […]

Meet Katy – Modibodi Real Life Reviews with Central West Women, NSW

Meet Katy – Modibodi Real Life Reviews with Central West Women, NSW

Recently, Central West Mums teamed up with the multi-award winning Modibodi; an Australian female led business for reusable leakproof apparel. We connected with several women from all walks and stages […]

Design Ensures Giving Is The Gift

Design Ensures Giving Is The Gift

Claire is a self-confessed colour nerd and the tin of coloured pencils on her desk is just a hint at her life-long passion for illustrating and creating beautiful designs. Since moving back to Orange and joining the creative community her diary has filled just through word of mouth and has designed of the label and packaging for the CWM candle.

Stacey’s Candles Brighten Our Towns

Stacey’s Candles Brighten Our Towns

Meet Stacey Alexander, the maker of the CWM 2022 Mothers Day candles

Annabel’s Landscapes Define The Colourful Central West

Annabel’s Landscapes Define The Colourful Central West

Meet artist Annable Wykamp, the creator of the art for the 2022 Mothers Day candle.

Bringing Sustainable Fashion To The Central West

Bringing Sustainable Fashion To The Central West

Browsing fashion with friends, a glass of sparkling wine in hand, all for a good cause… What could be better? According to Inside Waste, each Australian contributes an average of […]

School Holiday Activities Kids Can Enjoy At Home

School Holiday Activities Kids Can Enjoy At Home

Are you looking for lockdown activities to do in the School Holidays? For many in lockdown, it may seem that there isn’t much to look forward to during the Spring […]

Decluttering – The Science Behind Getting SORTED!

Decluttering – The Science Behind Getting SORTED!

It is not uncommon for our clients to tell us how being more organised in their homes by using phrases such as “Life Changing” or “Incredible difference” or “I feel so much clarity”. Anecdotally I know that a good tidy up or declutter makes me feel so much better – but is there any scientific evidence behind this feeling?

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On The Twelth Day of Christmas…

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The CWM 12 Days of Christmas

The CWM 12 Days of Christmas

Get your Jingle Bells On! Over the next 12 days, I’ll be posting gift suggestions that are all sourced locally and will hopefully bring a smile to our local retailers after a particularly difficult year.

The “Just Because” Gift Guide

The “Just Because” Gift Guide

This is a beautiful gift guide you can bookmark now, as there are items for all occasions here. All of the notes on how to buy each of the items […]