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Eden-Monaro Braces for Tight Contest According to First YouGov MRP Model for 2025

Amidst a closely contested political landscape, the first YouGov MRP model for the 2025 federal election suggests that Australia could be heading towards a hung parliament. In a revelation that foreshadows critical contests across the country, the model projects the Coalition to win 73 seats in the 150-member House of Representatives, with the Labor party […]

Snowy Monaro Regional Council Seeks Long-term CEO Amidst Transformation

Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) has commenced the search for a permanent chief executive officer (CEO) as part of an ongoing transition within the council. The move comes after the appointment of Stephen Dunshea as the interim CEO, following the resignation of former chief executive David Hogan in October 2024. Applications for this leadership role […]

Federal Government Appoints James Cain as New Chair of Snowy Hydro Board

In a strategic move expected to advance Australia’s largest renewable energy initiative, the Federal Government has announced the appointment of James Cain as the new Chair and Non-Executive Director of the Snowy Hydro Board. With 30 years of extensive experience in property, infrastructure, and major capital works across both public and private sectors, Mr Cain […]

Jindabyne Bushpigs Prepare for Battle at Kiama Sevens Bowl

The anticipation is building as the Jindabyne Bushpigs gear up to compete in the prestigious Kiama Sevens tournament at the Kiama Showground on Saturday, February 22, 2025. The annual rugby sevens event, now celebrating its 53rd year, promises an exciting day with top-tier competition, featuring a staggering prize pool exceeding $30,000. The Bushpigs will contest […]

Council Invites Tenders for Bombala Showground Upgrades

The Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) has opened the tender for Stage 1 of the Bombala Showground Sporting Infrastructure Upgrade. The project at 60 Wellington Street aims to improve local sporting facilities to support the region’s sporting culture, with completion expected by 30 April 2025. PHOTO: Bombala Showground from above CREDIT: Andre Reis. The tender, […]

She Hoops Funding Brings Benefits to the Snowy Mountains and Beyond

Basketball in the Snowy Mountains region is set to reach new heights with the injection of nearly $1 million into the She Hoops program, thanks to the Australian Government’s Play Our Way funding. PHOTO: Basketball Australia will receive almost $1 million in funding from the Australian Government which will allow She Hoops to scale to […]

Eden-Monaro: Residents Benefiting from NBN Upgrades

Residents and businesses in regional, remote, and rural areas like Eden-Monaro are benefiting from faster broadband and increased data. This improvement comes as a result of the Albanese Government’s completion of $480 million dollars worth of upgrades to NBN Co’s Fixed Wireless and Satellite services. PHOTO: Residents in Eden-Monaro are enjoying faster internet speeds after […]

Shared Trail Upgrades Close to Getting Green Light

At the ordinary Council meeting on Thursday February 20, Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) will bring to the agenda the DA outcome for the consolidation and formalisation of the Tyrolean and Mill Creek trail network surrounding Lake Jindabyne.   PHOTO: Shared trail network site. The project is set to get the green light for a […]

Delegate Water Supply Interruption: February 2025

Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) has scheduled water infrastructure works in Delegate for the morning of Saturday February 22, 2025, weather permitting. Council advised the water supply for all residents and businesses will be temporarily turned off while work is underway. Essential Information: Delegate water supply interruption Where:     Delegate, all properties connected to town […]