The New South Wales Government has implemented a temporary water restriction affecting the Upper Murrumbidgee River, specifically targeting Murrumbidgee I and II water sources. PHOTO: Upper Murrumbidgee River CREDIT: DCCEEW Effective from Friday, February 7, to Friday, February 28, 2025, this measure aims to safeguard environmental water releases from being extracted, thereby enhancing ecological outcomes […]
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Snowy Monaro Regional Council Issued Performance Improvement Order
The Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) has been issued a Performance Improvement Order (PIO) by the Honourable Ron Hoenig MP, Minister for Local Government. The order, announced on February 6, 2025, aims to set clear expectations for the Council and its councillors’ performance over the coming year. The PIO highlights three primary areas requiring attention: […]
Silver Triumph for Baff in Snowboard Cross World Cup
In a weekend of thrilling competition at the Snowboard Cross World Cup in Beidahu, China, Jindabyne’s Josie Baff emerged as a shining beacon of skill clinching silver. The achievement marks the second silver of Baff’s season and elevates her to her eleventh career podium finish. Following a commendable fifth-place finish in the first event after […]
Jindabyne Welcomes New State-of-the-Art Education Campus
The new Jindabyne Education Campus is open, featuring state-of-the-art facilities for Jindabyne Public and High School students. The NSW Government’s $160 million project marks a major milestone for education in the Snowy Mountains and will transform learning in Jindabyne and nearby areas. PHOTO: Jindabyne High School (NSW Department of Education) The campus, boasting state-of-the-art facilities […]
Tilt Renewables new owner of Boco Rock Wind Farm
The Snowy Mountains will see change of ownership to a significant business with the acquisition of the Boco Rock Wind Farm by Tilt Renewables. The Australian developer’s acquisition of the site from EGCO Group marks a new chapter for the renewable energy project near Nimmitabel. Boco Rock Wind Farm, operational since 2015 with a capacity […]
Round 6 – Monaro District Cricket Men’s One Day Competition Results
In a thrilling display of cricket, Round 6 delivered exceptional performances that highlighted the growing talent within the region. At Berridale’s home ground, the hosts sealed victory over Bombala. Bombala, opting to bat first, managed 179 all out in 33 overs. Bombala’s Jason Cikos stood out, crafting a resilient 56 from 41 balls alongside M. […]
Bombala Pool Reopens – Concerns Grow Over Ageing Infrastructure
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) announced that Bombala Pool would reopen at 11:30 am on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, after closing on February 3 due to a critical water pump failure. In a show of quick thinking and collaborative effort, council staff and the pool’s lessee operator worked tirelessly over a 24-hour period to devise […]