The latest data from the Bureau of Health Information has revealed a significant increase in overdue surgeries in New South Wales. In the past quarter alone, the number of patients experiencing delays in their surgeries has risen by 1,745, reaching a total of 8,587. Of those 8,587 patients, 2092 live in a rural area including […]
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Kosciuszko National Park: Bushwalkers Rescued in Blizzard
Two bushwalkers have been rescued following a multi-agency operation in the Kosciuszko National Park overnight. About 7.30am yesterday (Saturday 7 June 2025), emergency services were called to the Kosciuszko Walking Trail, below Mount Carruthers, about 3kms from Mount Kosciuszko, following reports a 31-year-old man and a 28-year-old woman were stranded in blizzard conditions. PHOTO: Emergency […]
Man Charged after Alleged Sexual Act in Front of Children at Jindabyne Skate Park
About 10.20am on Thursday (5 June 2025), police were called to a Snowy Mountains skatepark on Bay Street, Jindabyne, following reports of a man exposing himself. Officers attached to Monaro Police District attended and were told the man was allegedly carrying out a sexual act in the skate bowl in front of children. PHOTO: Officers […]
Snowy Hydro Agrees to Pay $400,000 to Protect Northern Corroboree Frog Following Pollution Incident
In a significant move to protect the critically endangered Northern Corroboree Frog, Snowy Hydro Limited has agreed to pay $400,000 to the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS). This commitment is part of an enforceable undertaking (EU) negotiated with the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) following a 2023 pollution incident. This incident involved elevated […]
Tumut: Man Charged With Firearm and Prohibited Weapon Offences
A man will face court today charged with a number of firearm and prohibited weapon offences, following a search warrant at an address in a Snowy Mountains town in the state’s south. PHOTO: One of the seized rifles found at the Tumut home during the search CREDITS: NSW Police About 10am yesterday (Tuesday June 3, […]
Walk for Reconciliation: A Community First for Cooma
In a historic event, Cooma hosted its first Walk for Reconciliation on June 2, drawing locals together to reflect on shared histories and the journey towards a united future. Set against the theme of National Reconciliation Week 2025, “Bridging Now to Next,” the gathering underscored the critical link between past, present, and future. PHOTO: The […]
Snowy 2.0 Workers Stage Second Strike Over Pay Parity with Further Industrial Action Planned Next Wednesday
A second strike took place yesterday as a part of industrial action regarding worker dissatisfaction surrounding pay and conditions at the Snowy Hydro 2.0 project. A number of unions met at Cooma Airport with workers downing tools for 24 hours, demanding pay parity with their Melbourne counterparts. The dispute, involving major unions such as the […]
Council Announces Appointment of New Permanent Chief Executive Officer
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) has today announced the appointment of Noreen Vu as the organisation’s new permanent Chief Executive Officer (CEO), following a unanimous councillor decision at the May Ordinary Council Meeting held Thursday May 15, 2025. Ms Vu will assume the role from Monday July 14, 2025, following the conclusion of current interim […]
Salvation Army Cooma Highlights Urgent Issues as Demand Triples: National Survey Reveals Disturbing Statistics
The Salvation Army released alarming national survey data yesterday, revealing the harsh realities faced by Australia’s most vulnerable, showing the increasing struggle to access basic necessities. The findings underscore a disturbing rise in poverty levels, as financial pressures push many into dire situations, including skipping meals, foraging for food in bins, or “considering eating dog […]
Kosciuszko National Park Wild Horse Survey Reveals Dramatic Decline in Population
Kosciuszko National Park, one of Australia’s iconic national parks is once again under the spotlight following the release of the 2024 wild horse population survey. The survey released today, was conducted to assess the current population of wild horses within the park and guide future management efforts. The findings have been highly anticipated by conservation […]