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 […]
Category: Environment
Kosciuszko National Park Brumby Numbers Close to Target According to Environment Minister
Kosciuszko National Park (KNP) is witnessing a significant reduction in its wild horse population, with numbers now estimated to be between 3,000 and 4,000, marking a substantial decrease from the 17,000 recorded a few years ago. This reduction aligns with the NSW government’s strategy to manage and protect the park’s fragile alpine environment by limiting […]
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. […]
Eden-Monaro Braces for Rising Heat: Climate Council’s Heat Map Predicts Alarming Temperature Increases
Eden-Monaro is amongst a list of regional areas set to roast, according to the Climate Council’s latest heat map tool. This newly unveiled model comes amidst rising concerns over escalating temperatures, and depicts the daunting future that awaits regional Australia should climate pollution persist unabated. PHOTO: Snow in Kosciuszko National Park could be reduced to […]
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 […]
Ventilation Fan Mishap Halts Snowy Hydro 2.0 Operations: Safety Concerns Rise
In the wake of a severe safety incident at the Snowy Hydro 2.0 site, all underground construction has been suspended following a catastrophic ventilation fan failure. The Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) confirmed the mishap, which could have led to casualties had there been workers present when the industrial fan, measuring approximately 2.5 metres in diameter, […]
Aerial Shooting Temporarily Closes Parts of Kosciuszko National Park
The New South Wales National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has announced the temporary closure of specific sections within Kosciuszko National Park (KNP) to facilitate aerial feral animal control operations. Affected areas include the Jagungal Wilderness Area east of Round Mountain Fire Trail and southwest of Happy Jacks Road between Monday March 3, and Friday […]
Opportunity to Join Snowy Mountains Aboriginal Community Advisory Committee
In an effort to strengthen collaboration with Aboriginal communities, the New South Wales National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has announced another opportunity for Aboriginal people of Monero-Ngarigo descent and those with cultural ties to Monero-Ngarigo country to join the Southern Snowy Mountains Aboriginal Community Advisory Committee. PHOTO: Monero-Ngarigo country. The committee is essential for […]
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 […]
Snowy Monaro Locals Transform Six Tonnes of Trash into Treasure in Annual Garage Sale Trail
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) has announced the success of the 2024 Garage Sale Trail, where local residents embraced the annual event in record numbers. Over two weekends in November, a staggering six tonnes of second-hand goods were diverted from landfill, as the community turned what could have been rubbish into valuable resources. PHOTO: The […]