A lovely surprise in the post
There was something special in the Factory's post this week: a Certificate of Congratulations from Steph Cooke MP, Member for Cootamundra, recognising The Cordial Factory's nomination as an Outstanding Small Business for 2026.
For owners Luke and Kristie Armstrong, the Factory is a passion project fitted around their day jobs. Seeing the effort behind the gigs recognised means a great deal. Thank you to the Cordial community for the nomination, and for continuing to turn up for live music in Grenfell.
A magical little spot
We also recently discovered a lovely mention in Rolling Stone AU/NZ. In its March 2025 feature about artists' favourite NSW venues, Ben Lee named The Cordial Factory among his recent favourites after a busy year of regional touring.
“It's a magical little spot.”
Ben Lee, Rolling Stone AU/NZ, 22 March 2025
He singled out the character of the old industrial space and the way the town gets behind a show. That's the part we love most, too: the people who make a night at the Factory feel like a night at the Factory.
Read the Rolling Stone AU/NZ feature
This one's for the whole crew
To the artists, audiences, caterers and our small but mighty team: thank you. Every ticket bought, every mate brought along and every helping hand keeps live music happening in our little corner of the Central West.
Here's to more songs, more stories and more good nights together.
