The Albanese Labor Government and the NSW Minns Government have announced a significant infrastructure investment in Cooma, amounting to $23.6 million, aimed at addressing the housing shortage in the region. The project, centred around the Cooma North Precinct, plans to unlock 177 new homes by developing essential infrastructure such as roads and the delivery of […]
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Man Charged With Attempted Murder Following Fail-to-Stop Crash in Cooma
A man will face court today, facing an additional charge of attempted murder following a fail-to-stop crash in the state’s south, earlier this year. About 1:30am on Saturday January 4, 2025, emergency services were called to Mittagang Road, Cooma following reports of a crash. PHOTO: The man attended Queanbeyan Police station the following day, January […]
Trump’s Tariffs Pose Challenges for Australian Farmers
In a recent development that could have significant economic repercussions for producers in the Snowy Mountains and across the country, the Trump Administration has imposed a 10 percent tariff on Australian exports. The news comes as President Trump set out his Liberation Day plans, today announcing reciprocal tariffs that trade partners would face from April […]
Nine-Year-Old Boy Found After Going Missing in Snowy Mountains
A nine-year-old boy reported missing from Khancoban in the Snowy Mountains has been located according to New South Wales (NSW) Police in an update provided this morning, March, 31, 2025. PHOTO: Axtyn Flack – Has now been located CREDIT: NSW Police. A spokesperson for NSW Police said, “We would like to thank the public and […]
Anembo RFS Volunteers Honoured with Medals: Brigade Officially Receives New Truck at Ceremony
The Snowy Monaro District recognised 14 dedicated Rural Fire Service (RFS) members at a special ceremony in Anembo this afternoon, March 29, 2025, with the station also officially presented a new fire truck worth $270,000. RFS District Manager, Superintendent Jim Darrant was present alongside Member for Monaro, Steve Whan, Snowy Monaro Regional Council Mayor, Chris […]
Former Police Officer Spared Jail Time Over Death of 95-Year-Old Grandmother
Kristian White, a former New South Wales police officer, will not serve a prison sentence after being found guilty of manslaughter in relation to the tragic death of 95-year-old grandmother, Clare Nowland. On Friday March 28, Justice Ian Harrison sentenced White to a two-year Community Correction Order. The incident occurred on May 17, 2023, at […]
Community Delivers Petition to Repeal Kosciuszko Wild Horse Heritage Act
Yesterday, March 27, at NSW Parliament House, a coalition comprising community members, and political representatives assembled to deliver a petition with over 11,000 signatures. The petition demands the repeal of the Kosciuszko Wild Horse Heritage Act 2018, with the Invasive Species Council (ISC) asserting it reflects growing environmental concern. According to parliamentary procedures, the significant […]
Rural Confidence Survey: Region’s Farmer Confidence Levels Highest in NSW
Farmer confidence in New South Wales (NSW) is on the mend, as noted in Rabobank’s latest Rural Confidence Survey, which indicates the state is experiencing a reversal from the downturn seen towards the end of 2024. The survey, released yesterday, captures the perspective of farmers as they embrace 2025 with cautious optimism, with the South […]
Eden-Monaro Assesses Federal Budget’s Impacts
The Federal Budget, recently announced by Treasurer Jim Chalmers has many residents of the Snowy Mountains along with families nation wide considering how the changes will impact their hip pocket. With its focus on cost-of-living relief, tax cuts, and healthcare enhancements, the Albanese Government hopes to ease financial pressures while aiming for long-term national growth. […]
Jindabyne Landfill Reaches Capacity: Council Seeks Immediate Solutions to Crisis
The Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) has been thrust into urgent action following revelations that the Jindabyne landfill has reached capacity. This pressing issue was a central focus during the council’s meeting on March 20, 2025, which saw councillors and officials grappling with both short-term and long-term responses as a part of a motion following […]