Enthusiastic gardeners and those who love sustainability don’t have long to secure their spot at The Cooma Community Garden (CCG) Seed Saving for Beginners Workshop, this Sunday, April 13, 2025. The CCG, a beloved hub for community engagement and education, will host a hive of information. PHOTO: Bega Valley Seed Savers’ Toni Remi will share […]
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Delegate Public School Participates in New Community Space Initiative
In an effort to provide more recreational areas for families and communities, certain schools across New South Wales have commenced the Share Our Space Time Trial, which allows public access to school outdoor facilities after school hours. The trial includes 11 schools statewide, where community members can now utilise school ovals, sports courts, and playgrounds […]
NSW Teachers Federation Claims Eden-Monaro Teachers are Concerned About Dutton
A recent survey conducted by the NSW Teachers Federation indicates concerns among teachers in the Eden-Monaro electorate regarding feared education funding cuts under Peter Dutton. Out of nearly 6,000 public school teachers surveyed statewide, 178 responses were reportedly collected from teachers in Eden-Monaro. The findings claim that 70.1 percent of these teachers are worried that […]
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 […]
New Learning Hub Unveiled at Snowy Mountains Grammar School
Jindabyne was a site of ceremony today, Friday March 21, as a new state-of-the-art learning hub called the Curiosity Centre, at Snowy Mountains Grammar School (SMGS) was officially opened. The event reflected on the growth and aspirations of an education institution celebrating its 30th anniversary year. PHOTO: Michael Jones – Chairman (left), School Captain – […]
Eden-Monaro Teachers Rally to Protect School Funding
Local educators and members of the NSW Teachers Federation, led by President Henry Rajendra, gathered at Queanbeyan West Public School today March 17, 2025, to protest against potential cuts to a $4.8 billion education funding agreement. This agreement, recently signed between state and federal governments, aims to fully fund New South Wales (NSW) public schools […]
Snowy Hydro Launches Scholarships to Bolster Gender Diversity in STEM
Snowy Hydro has announced two significant scholarships aimed at encouraging participation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. These scholarships, funded through a partnership with the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE), are designed to bolster gender diversity by targeting women and non-binary individuals eager to pursue STEM careers. PHOTO: Courtney Bulgarelli […]
Snowy Mountains Students Gear Up for National NAPLAN Tests
From tomorrow, March 12, 2025, nearly 1.3 million students across Australia, including those from the Snowy Mountains region, will sit for the annual NAPLAN assessments. Conducted by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA), this national testing evaluates literacy and numeracy progress in students from Years 3, 5, 7, and 9. PHOTO: Monaro High […]
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 […]
Jindabyne’s Old School Site Awaits New Purpose
With the Jindabyne Education Campus now fully operational, attention is shifting towards the development plans for the old Jindabyne Central School (JCS) site. The state-of-the-art facilities for Jindabyne Public and High School students are a significant upgrade within the community, but it also leaves a pivotal question: what comes next for the space left behind? […]