Rural Fire Service (RFS) crews from the New South Wales RFS Snowy Monaro District (NSWRFS-SMD) demonstrated their rapid response capabilities as they successfully contained two fires on Saturday March 8, one near Maffra and another close to Cooma Airport. PHOTO: The pine trees at Snowy River Way Maffra will be monitored for residual heat CREDIT […]
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Monaro Highway Set for Vital Upgrades with Significant Federal Funding
Commuters and tourists travelling to or from the Snowy Mountains region via Canberra can expect improved travel conditions on the Monaro Highway, thanks to a substantial funding boost from the Federal Government. Committed to enhancing safety and connectivity, the federal government has allocated $17.5 million to support the next stage of safety upgrades on the […]
Landmark School Funding Agreement Achieved in NSW
A historic funding agreement has been reached between the Australian Federal Government and the New South Wales (NSW) Government, marking a significant milestone for public education in the state. This agreement, announced on 4 March 2025, ensures that all NSW public schools will receive full and fair funding in accordance with the Gonski model, fulfilling […]
Impacts of Climate Change on the Northern Corroboree Frog: New Insights from UNSW Study
A recent study from UNSW Sydney has raised alarms about the vulnerability of amphibian species worldwide, offering new insights into their resilience against climate-induced heat stress. The findings have significant implications for conservation efforts, including growing concerns for the Snowy Mountains, Brindabella Ranges based, critically endangered Northern Corroboree Frog (Pseudophryne pengilleyi), already struggling against various […]
Monaro Woman of the Year 2025: Elaine Lollback
The winner of the Monaro Woman of the Year has been announced with Elaine Lollback taking the honours in 2025. Elaine and her team are well known in Queanbeyan and the surrounding area for the work of St Benedict’s Community Centre. PHOTO: Steve Whan (left), Elaine Lollback (right) presented with the Monaro Women of the […]
Federal Government Unveils Strategy to Secure Australia’s Food Future
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 […]
Labor Freeze Draught Beer Excise: Does it pass the Jindabyne Brewing Pub Test?
In a recent shift, the Albanese Labor Government announced a two-year freeze on the draught beer excise, a move that comes after decades of biannual tax hikes, with the decision expected to relieve some financial pressure on pubs and their patrons. It comes into effect from August 2025 and is anticipated to benefit regional tourism […]
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 […]
Tumut: Critical Incident Declared Following Man’s Death
A critical incident investigation is underway following the death of a man near Tumut in the Snowy Mountains. Just after 2.00pm (Friday February 28, 2025), emergency services were called to Wee Jasper Road at Bombowlee, following reports of concern for welfare. Officers attached to Riverina Police District Area Command attempted to speak with a man, […]
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, […]