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Stallions Stay the Course With Bulldogs in Group 16 Nail-Biter
In a gripping display of rugby league action, the Cooma Stallions hosted the Merimbula Pambula Bulldogs in round 3 of the Group 16 Rugby League competition, resulting in a nail-biting finish at the Cooma Showgrounds. The match, held today Sunday, May 11, saw the first grade men locked at 18-all with the Bulldogs until the […]
Miss Piggies Near Top of Table: Bushpigs Aim to Bounce Back After ADFA Loss
Jindabyne Rugby Union Club (JRUC) experienced a mixed bag of results during their away matches yesterday, May 10, 2025 with the Miss Piggies tasting success at the ACT Women’s 10s Gala Day while the Bushpigs faced a challenging defeat against a now third placed ADFA side. PHOTO: The Miss Piggies at ANU Canberra for the […]
CRUFC Men and Women Remain Unbeaten: Red Devils’ Win Sets-up Top of Table Clash with Mudchooks on Old Boys Day
The Cooma Rugby Union Football Club (CRUFC) saw a continuation of their resurgence, maintaining their unbeaten run in 2025, with both the men’s and women’s teams delivering outstanding performances yesterday, Saturday May 10, 2025. The senior men’s win made even more special as both sides competed for the ‘James Cup’. PHOTO: The Devil’s Angels in […]
Bears’ Men Score Bag of Tries: Touching Mother’s Day Weekend Surprise
The Snowy River Bears Rugby League Football Club had a successful Saturday against the UC Stars during round 3 fixtures in the George Tooke Shield competitions. Not only did the Bears’ men secure an emphatic victory, but the women’s League Tag squad clinched a thrilling win that carried special significance, being played on the weekend […]
Southern Cats Fight Blues all the Way: First Home Games of Season in Cooma Next Saturday
In a determined effort during Round 5, the Southern Cats Football Club (SCFC) showed grit and resilience, as well as sharing special milestone moments. Despite the score lines not going the way of the senior men and women’s sides in their fixtures against the Woden Blues, there were strong performances from a number of players. […]
Adaminaby RFS Shines at State Road Crash Rescue Challenge
Dubbo recently hosted the 2025 NSW State Road Crash Rescue Challenge, an event that saw the Adaminaby Rural Fire Service (RFS) on a successful trip to the state’s central west. Competing amongst seasoned emergency service teams from across New South Wales, the Adaminaby brigade emerged with an impressive third place in the Entrapped Rescue Group […]
Mountain Pygmy-Possums on the Road to Recovery in the Snowy Mountains
In an encouraging turn for conservationists, the critically endangered mountain pygmy-possum is exhibiting signs of recovery in Kosciuszko National Park. A recent survey at Snow Ridge Hill, one of the possum’s primary habitats, revealed an unprecedented 107 individuals. Impressively, 78 of these were female, most carrying the maximum of four joeys in their pouches. PHOTO: […]
Future Champions Camp Ignites Passion in Jindabyne
Jindabyne held an inspiring gathering, as young athletes converged for the Future Champions Camp over the weekend. Hosted by the Office of Sport – South East Tablelands at the Jindabyne Sports and Recreation Centre, the South East Sports Academy (SESA), in conjunction with the Far West Academy of Sport, conducted a program aimed at fostering […]
Helping Hands to Get Jindabyne Looking Fine in Time for Winter
As Jindabyne gets ready to take centre-stage for another busy winter season at the end of this month, Council and Sustainable Snowies are calling for local volunteers to lend a helping hand for their hometown on Wednesday May 21, 2025 at our annual pre-winter Community Clean-up. PHOTO: The clean-up is taking place on Wednesday May […]
Dalgety Chamber of Commerce Discuss Vision for Snowy River Revitalisation
In a spirited meeting held yesterday at the Buckley’s Crossing Hotel, the Dalgety Chamber of Commerce (DCC) endorsed an ambitious project aimed at enhancing the safety and recreational accessibility of the Snowy River. The chamber welcomed a significant turnout, with over 20 attendees, including local Councillors Reuben Rose and Nick Elliot, who provided valuable input […]
Craigie Range Road Reopens to Public Traffic
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) advised it has completed emergency maintenance works on Craigie Range Road, following its closure on Thursday April 24, 2025, due to weather-related damage. PHOTO: Maintenance crews have been hard at work on Craigie Range Road. The road is now officially reopen to all traffic. A spokesperson for SMRC said, “Reactive […]
Werralong Road Causeway Maintenance Works
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) will undertake additional maintenance works at the Werralong Road causeway from Monday May 12 to Wednesday May 14, 2025, weather permitting. PHOTO: Werralong Road causeway maintenance works commence Monday May 12. This essential maintenance will be concentrated on the causeway itself and the 10 metre section either side of the […]