Marine Rescue NSW is pleased with a significant decrease in boat rescues this January, crediting increased safety measures among boaters. Commissioner Alex Barrell noted that rescue operations were the calmest since 2020. The Monaro region experienced decreased demand, with 42 missions and 21 emergencies, safely returning 87 people. PHOTO: Marine Rescue assist capsized catamaran CREDIT: […]
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World Celebrates International Day of Women and Girls in Science Amidst Ongoing Gender Gaps in STEM
On February 11, the world comes together to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Despite this milestone, significant gender disparities persist in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. Member for Monaro, Steve Whan said, “Today is International Day of Women and Girls in Science, and I’d […]
Rain Riddled Round 7 Results: Monaro District One Day Cricket
Round 7 of the Senior Men’s Monaro District Cricket One Day competition was always going to be hit and miss with significant storm activity in the region throughout Saturday. Just one game was completed unaffected by rain with the Coffey’s v Jindabyne match abandoned after just 15 overs at Rotary Oval, Jindabyne 1/70. Andy Castle […]
Jindabyne Rugby Union Club Announce 2025 Senior Coaching Staff
The Jindabyne Rugby Union Club (JRUC) is marching on into season 2025 with the announcement of key new coaching staff. Liam Seiler will be the Head Coach of the Bushpigs for the upcoming season as the Bushpigs senior men chase four straight premierships in the 2nd Division South Coast Monaro Rugby competition. PHOTO: Liam Seiler […]
Snowy Monaro Regional Council Mandates Pre-Booking for Inspections
As of January 2025, Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) requires all building, development application, road, and subdivision inspections to be booked a minimum of 48 hours in advance through Council’s planning and building team. Council advised administration staff accept bookings during weekday business hours through Council’s customer service line. Call 1300 345 345 or to […]
Snowy Mountains Businesses to Reap Benefits from Bin Trim Program
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) has announced a valuable opportunity for local businesses to reduce costs and minimise waste through a free waste assessment initiative. PHOTO: Local businesses may be eligible for substantial rebates on equipment purchase that aids in waste reduction or recycling. CREDIT: SMRC Funded by the NSW Environment Protection Authority’s (EPA) Bin […]
Snowies MTB Festival Provides Vital Economic Boost to Region
The Snowies MTB Festival, held from February 7-9, has once again proven to be a successful event, drawing both participants and spectators to the Snowy Mountains from around the country. PHOTO: Riders of all ages and skill levels enjoyed the Snowies MTB Festival CREDIT: In2Adventure Organised by In2Adventure, the event witnessed fierce competition across various […]
Launch Of Inaugural Speak Up Program
Ten young local aspiring leaders were hosted at the inaugural SPEAK UP program in Cooma courtesy of the Country Universities Centre (CUC) Snowy Monaro, in partnership with the University of Canberra. Federal Member for Eden Monaro Kristy McBain said the program is a dynamic leadership and public speaking initiative designed for young people aged 16-18 […]
Intense Storm Brings Deluge to Cooma: Snowy Mountains Residents Warned
The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) issued a warning to Snowy Mountains residents at 3:10pm today for VERY DANGEROUS THUNDERSTORMS which are likely to produce heavy, locally intense rainfall that may lead to dangerous and life-threatening flash flooding, damaging, locally destructive winds and large hailstones over the next several hours. The BOM advised the storm was […]
Short-Term Rentals Squeeze Essential Workers
Snowy Mountains essential workers amongst others around the nation are facing increasing challenges to live where they work due to the proliferation of short-term rental accommodation (STRA). PHOTO: Unions NSW reported that 78% of frontline workers experience housing stress. Mark Morey, Secretary of Unions NSW, will present evidence to an upper house inquiry today, highlighting […]