The Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) has announced a reduction in its budget for weed management activities on roads, reserves, and operational lands, lowering the annual spending to $540,000 for the 2024–25 financial year. This decision comes as part of broader cost-saving measures aimed at achieving financial sustainability. PHOTO: Orange hawkweed (Hieracium aurantiacum) in bloom. […]
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Eden-Monaro Braces for Rising Heat: Climate Council’s Heat Map Predicts Alarming Temperature Increases
Eden-Monaro is amongst a list of regional areas set to roast, according to the Climate Council’s latest heat map tool. This newly unveiled model comes amidst rising concerns over escalating temperatures, and depicts the daunting future that awaits regional Australia should climate pollution persist unabated. PHOTO: Snow in Kosciuszko National Park could be reduced to […]
Tumut: Critical Incident Declared Following Man’s Death
A critical incident investigation is underway following the death of a man near Tumut in the Snowy Mountains. Just after 2.00pm (Friday February 28, 2025), emergency services were called to Wee Jasper Road at Bombowlee, following reports of concern for welfare. Officers attached to Riverina Police District Area Command attempted to speak with a man, […]
Future of Jindabyne Landfill: A Critical Update for Residents
The Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) has provided a significant update regarding the future of Jindabyne Landfill, as part of its efforts to ensure sustainable waste management in the region. SMRC announced today that preparations are continuing on the new Resource Recovery Centre (RRC) in Jindabyne, with the Jindabyne Landfill rehabilitation and capping project now […]
Your Guide to the 2025 West Wyalong Knockout
Excitement fills the air in West Wyalong as the annual Rugby League Knockout kicks off tonight at the Ron Crowe Oval. Now in its 52nd year, this beloved event sees teams from various regions compete for the coveted $20,000 prize. Clubs from Groups 9, 10, 11, 16, 20, as well as Canberra Rugby League converge […]
Breaking Barriers: Women Could be the Key to Preventing Construction Skills Shortage
Australia’s construction industry, contributing over $360 billion annually to the economy, faces a looming crisis: a shortfall of 250,000 skilled workers within five years according to a recent report by PlanRadar. As the sector grapples with this shortage, attention is turning to an under-utilised resource: women, who make up less than 15% of the workforce, […]
New Mt. Perisher 6 Chairlift Nears Completion at Perisher Ski Resort
Perisher Ski Resort is nearing a major milestone as work progresses on the state-of-the-art Mt. Perisher 6-Seater Chairlift, a critical development for winter sports enthusiasts. Despite the holiday season, teams from Doppelmayr and Perisher have worked relentlessly to ensure the lift is ready to operate this winter. PHOTO: The reduction of lift towers from 27 […]
Road Resealing Works Next Week on Bobeyan Road
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) has advised roadworks will commence from Monday March 3, 2025 on Bobeyan Road between Ashvale Road and Shannons Flat Road, weather permitting. Crews will be on-site for several days next week to reseal this section of the important rural thoroughfare. Line-marking works will be scheduled once the resealed surface has […]
Krazy Kosci Klimb: Empowering Young People with Disabilities to Reach New Heights
Bright and early on February 8, 2025, the inspiring Krazy Kosci Klimb took place in Kosciuszko National Park, challenging young people with cerebral palsy and similar disabilities to hike the summit of Mount Kosciuszko. The event celebrated its 10th anniversary this year, marking a decade of significant impact by empowering over 165 young participants to […]
Ventilation Fan Mishap Halts Snowy Hydro 2.0 Operations: Safety Concerns Rise
In the wake of a severe safety incident at the Snowy Hydro 2.0 site, all underground construction has been suspended following a catastrophic ventilation fan failure. The Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) confirmed the mishap, which could have led to casualties had there been workers present when the industrial fan, measuring approximately 2.5 metres in diameter, […]