Residents and landholders in the wider Cooma district are advised that WaterNSW has lifted the blue-green algae alert issued on Tuesday May 13, 2025 for the Murrumbidgee River at Mittagang Crossing outside of Cooma. Regular usage and utilisation from this segment of the Murrumbidgee River can now resume. Frequent testing and sampling of the river […]
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Overdue Surgeries Surge in NSW: Government Responds with Investment
The latest data from the Bureau of Health Information has revealed a significant increase in overdue surgeries in New South Wales. In the past quarter alone, the number of patients experiencing delays in their surgeries has risen by 1,745, reaching a total of 8,587. Of those 8,587 patients, 2092 live in a rural area including […]
Major Upgrades Completed for Snowy Mountains Fire Stations
In a boost to emergency readiness in the Snowy Mountains region, the New South Wales Government has announced the completion of modernisation projects for Cooma and Thredbo Fire Stations. With an investment exceeding $2.5 million, the upgrades are designed to enhance firefighting capabilities and ensure safety for local communities. PHOTO: Emergency Services Minister Jihad Dib […]
Snow Blankets Wider Snowy Mountains Region
Residents across the Snowy Mountains region awoke to a picturesque scene this morning, Monday June 9, as heavy snowfall covered towns and landscapes at higher elevations, but also dusted the wider region. The Australian Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) attributes the abrupt winter wonderland to a low-pressure system over the southern Tasman Sea, which brought cold […]
Walk for Reconciliation: A Community First for Cooma
In a historic event, Cooma hosted its first Walk for Reconciliation on June 2, drawing locals together to reflect on shared histories and the journey towards a united future. Set against the theme of National Reconciliation Week 2025, “Bridging Now to Next,” the gathering underscored the critical link between past, present, and future. PHOTO: The […]
Upgrades on the Way for Cooma Pool With Works Starting This Month
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) today announced that the long-awaited upgrades at Cooma Pool will get underway in June 2025. Funded by the NSW Government thanks to a grant from the Department of Regional New South Wales under the Stronger Country Communities Fund, these works will see the ageing pool shell replaced and brand new […]
Aurora Australis Dazzles the Snowy Mountains’ Skies
In a spectacular celestial event, the Aurora Australis illuminated the night skies over the Snowy Mountains and the wider southeast of Australia last night, June 1. This stunning display was a result of a recent geomagnetic storm caused by a solar coronal mass ejection (CME). The CME, known for its high velocity, interacted with Earth’s […]
Cooma Stallions Topple Bega Roosters: A Much-Needed First Grade Victory
In intense round 6 fixtures held yesterday at the Cooma Showgrounds, the Cooma United Rugby League Football Club (CURLFC) faced off against the travelling Bega Roosters in three grades of Group 16 Rugby League. While the Fillies had a difficult day out, the Stallions reserve and first grade sides emerged victorious, showcasing their resilience and […]
Raglan Gallery’s ‘Heads Up’ Portrait Competition: Entries Closing Soon
The Snowy Mountains’ thriving art community is buzzing with excitement as the deadline for entries to the Raglan Gallery’s “Heads Up” Portrait Art Prize and Exhibition approaches. With entries closing on June 2, artists from near and far are eagerly preparing to submit their works capturing the spirit of the Monaro’s local personalities ahead of […]
Getting to the Snow Has Never Been Easier
The Snowy Mountains Bus and SMS alert services will return this year to ensure snow lovers can make the most of the ski season. Transport for NSW Executive Director Operations Management Craig Moran said tickets are on sale now for the popular Snowy Mountains bus service, which will operate every day from Saturday June 7 […]