Following extensive testing, Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) has lifted the conserve water notice for properties connected to the Nimmitabel town water supply and ended the blue-green algae alert for Lake Wallace Dam and the MacLaughlin River. As of 9.30am Wednesday 5 March 2025 A spokesperson for SMRC said, “Ongoing water quality analysis and testing […]
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Pool Season Extended for Adaminaby and Berridale
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) announced today the extension of the swimming season for the public pools in Adaminaby and Berridale, in response to strong community demand and weather forecasts predicting high temperatures to continue across the region into autumn. A spokesperson for SMRC said, “A big thank you to our regional lifeguards for agreeing […]
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. […]
Future of Jindabyne Landfill: A Critical Update for Residents
The Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) has provided a significant update regarding the future of Jindabyne Landfill, as part of its efforts to ensure sustainable waste management in the region. SMRC announced today that preparations are continuing on the new Resource Recovery Centre (RRC) in Jindabyne, with the Jindabyne Landfill rehabilitation and capping project now […]
Road Resealing Works Next Week on Bobeyan Road
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) has advised roadworks will commence from Monday March 3, 2025 on Bobeyan Road between Ashvale Road and Shannons Flat Road, weather permitting. Crews will be on-site for several days next week to reseal this section of the important rural thoroughfare. Line-marking works will be scheduled once the resealed surface has […]
Date Set for Second Session of Adjourned February Council Meeting
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) advised councillors will meet at 10am on Monday March 3, 2025, in Cooma for the second session of the February Ordinary Council meeting, to consider remaining business on the agenda following the meeting’s adjournment last week. A spokesperson for SMRC said, “Due to the length of the agenda, the February […]
Upcoming Jindabyne ScrapMart Closures
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) advised due to temporary staffing shortages, the Jindabyne ScrapMart tip shop at Jindabyne Landfill will be closed on Saturday March 1, and Saturday March 8, 2025. A spokesperson for SMRC said, “Second-hand shoppers can still find plenty of bargains across the region over the next fortnight at our ScrapMart facilities […]
Have Your Say on the Revised Snowy Monaro Community Strategic Plan
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) is inviting all residents, ratepayers, and stakeholders to provide feedback on the revised Snowy Monaro Community Strategic Plan 2042. The consultation is open now until Monday 24 March 2025, and is your chance to provide input on the updated plan following community engagement conducted last year. Originally adopted in 2022, […]
Motion to Complete Monaro Rail Trail Business Case Passed
The motion to reinstate the Monaro Rail Trail project into the Snowy Monaro Regional Council’s delivery and operational plan has been passed, but not before sparking intense debate among councillors, reflecting a mix of enthusiasm for potential economic rejuvenation and caution over possible risks and costs. PHOTO: A section of rail line on the proposed […]
Region-wide Road Resealing Works Continue From Monday March 3 2025
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) advised residents essential road resealing works will resume across the Snowy Monaro from early next month, with crews coming to roads across the region through to the end of March 2025, weather permitting. Continuing from Monday March 3, 2025, works are scheduled for selected roads in Avonside, Chakola, Cooma, Delegate, […]