The Cooma Showgrounds bustled on Saturday March 8, as the community gathered to mark the 150th anniversary of the Cooma Show. This significant milestone reflects Cooma’s deep agricultural roots and a vibrant multicultural history that continues to thrive. Upon opening the show, Her Excellency the Honourable Sam Mostyn AC, Governor-General of Australia, highlighted the unique […]
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Cooma Show Celebrating 150 Years on Saturday: Your Guide
This Saturday, the historic Cooma Showgrounds will host the highly anticipated 2025 Community Bank Cooma Show, marking a grand 150-year milestone in Cooma’s rich agricultural history and tradition. With an exciting array of events and activities planned, the March 8 show promises to captivate both young and old alike. PHOTO: The Cooma Show has events […]
Federal Government Unveils Strategy to Secure Australia’s Food Future
The Federal Government’s announcement of a new national food security strategy, “Feeding Australia,” is set to engage the agriculture and food production sectors in the Snowy Monaro, and across the nation. This initiative, introduced by the Albanese Labor Government, aims to enhance supply chain resilience and mitigate food production risks, benefiting both local and national […]
Dalgety Comes Alive with the 81st Annual Show
The 81st Dalgety Show, fondly themed “The Year of the Farmer,” produced a predicted record crowd, and entertained the township of Dalgety on a vibrant Sunday, March 2, 2025. This historic event brought the community together at the scenic Snowy River banks for a celebration of rural life, showcasing everything from agricultural displays to junior […]
Council Reduces Weed Management Budget Amid Financial Constraints
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. […]
NSW Government Appoints First Statutory Agriculture Commissioner
The NSW Government has appointed Alison Stone as the state’s first statutory Agriculture Commissioner to boost agricultural representation, supporting farmers and fulfilling an election promise. PHOTO: Newly appointed Agriculture Commissioner Alison Stone CREDIT: Department of Primary Industries (DPI). The Minns Labor Government, as part of its commitment during the state election, has established this role […]