A man will face court today, facing an additional charge of attempted murder following a fail-to-stop crash in the state’s south, earlier this year. About 1:30am on Saturday January 4, 2025, emergency services were called to Mittagang Road, Cooma following reports of a crash. PHOTO: The man attended Queanbeyan Police station the following day, January […]
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Snowy Mountains Highway: Work Starts on $36 Million Safety Improvement Package
Upgrades to the Snowy Mountains Highway are underway with improvements coming thanks to a $36 million investment. Jointly funded by the Albanese and Minns Labor Governments under the Road Safety Program, the first two of four projects stretching almost the full 333-kilometre length of the Snowy Mountains Highway commenced today, with all projects expected to […]
Cooma Red Devils Reach New Heights in Round One of 2025 Rugby Season
The 2025 2nd Division South Coast Monaro Senior Men’s Rugby Competition commenced with an exhilarating local derby at Rotary Oval Cooma on April 5. The Cooma Rugby Union Football Club (CRUFC) Red Devils soared to a high-scoring victory against their Snowy Mountains rivals, the Jindabyne Rugby Union Club (JRUC) Bushpigs, in a showdown that thrilled […]
New Life for Historic Cooma Railway Facilities: Grand Opening Event
The newly restored Cooma Monaro Railway (CMR) Courts and Railway Institute Building celebrated its grand opening today, Saturday, April 5, 2025, marking a significant milestone in preserving the heritage of the local community. The festivities were attended by residents and railway enthusiasts, as the community gathered to witness the unveiling of the meticulously restored facilities. […]
STEM Industry Partnerships Careers Day at Cooma North Public School on Again in November
Cooma North Public School is set to host its annual STEM Industry Partnerships Careers Day on Friday, November 7, 2025, following the resounding success of last year’s event. This initiative aims to inspire students across the Snowy Monaro region by showcasing the many career opportunities available in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). PHOTO: Students […]
Council Seeks Cooma and Michelago Residents Who Want to Make a Difference
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) is looking for nominations from Cooma and Michelago residents for vacant positions on the community-run Section 355 Committees that oversee Cooma North Ridge Reserve and the Michelago Hall and Tennis Courts. Council advised no experience is required, and you only need to commit to a few hours a month. Council […]
Cooma Hospital Unveils New Accommodation for Key Workers
Cooma Hospital and Health Service is set to welcome healthcare staff into its newly completed key worker accommodation, which comprises 12 modern units. This initiative, backed by the NSW Government, aims to address the recruitment and retention challenges faced by healthcare facilities, particularly in regional areas. PHOTO: Member for Monaro Steve Whan toured the facility […]
Southern Cats Set for Exciting AFL Canberra Season Opener
The Southern Cats are eagerly preparing for the commencement of their AFL Canberra 2025 season, as both their Community Men’s Division Two and Community Women’s Division One teams get ready to take on the Batemans Bay Seahawks this Saturday, April 5, at Holt Oval, Canberra. The women’s match kicks off at 10 am, followed by […]
Labor Commits to Transforming Cooma into World Class Mountain Biking Destination
In a decisive move to bolster regional tourism and enhance recreational facilities, the Labor Government has pledged $3.1 million to transform Cooma’s mountain biking (MTB) trails into a premier destination should they win the election. This initiative aims to establish new trails and a cutting-edge pump track, potentially positioning Cooma as a venue for world […]
Bush Fire Danger Period Ends: Hazard Reduction Works to Start
The Bush Fire Danger Period (BFDP) ends at midnight (12:00am) tonight, Monday, March 31, 2025 for most of New South Wales (NSW), including the Snowy Monaro Local Government Area. Fire agencies and land managers in these areas where the BFDP has ended will now turn their attention towards conducting hazard reduction works, which includes planned […]