Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) advised Adaminaby Pool will be closed on Monday 17 February and Tuesday 18 February 2025 due to ongoing staff shortages. The pool will reopen as-normal from 1pm on Wednesday 19 February 2025. A Spokesperson for SMRC said, “Council appreciates the community’s patience in light of these staffing-related closures, and continues […]
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Bombala: Conserve Water Notice in Effect Following Major Intake Pump Failure
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) advised residents and businesses in the Bombala area that a conserve water notice is now in effect for all properties connected to town water as of 2.30pm Thursday 13 February 2025. Council asked that everyone in the Bombala area limit their water usage as much as possible to conserve the […]
Bredbo Roadworks Begin Monday 17 February 2025
Residents and motorists are advised that road stabilisation works in Bredbo are scheduled to commence from Monday 17 February 2025, weather permitting. The scheduled works will improve the road base and reduce the need for future maintenance in two locations, at the intersection of Monaro Highway and Braidwood Street (sign-posted as Jerangle Road), and at […]
Snowy Monaro Regional Council Mandates Pre-Booking for Inspections
As of January 2025, Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) requires all building, development application, road, and subdivision inspections to be booked a minimum of 48 hours in advance through Council’s planning and building team. Council advised administration staff accept bookings during weekday business hours through Council’s customer service line. Call 1300 345 345 or to […]
Snowy Mountains Businesses to Reap Benefits from Bin Trim Program
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) has announced a valuable opportunity for local businesses to reduce costs and minimise waste through a free waste assessment initiative. PHOTO: Local businesses may be eligible for substantial rebates on equipment purchase that aids in waste reduction or recycling. CREDIT: SMRC Funded by the NSW Environment Protection Authority’s (EPA) Bin […]
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: […]
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 […]