Eden-Monaro’s Member of Parliament, Kristy McBain, announced the opening of the ninth round of the Stronger Communities Programme, inviting local organisations to submit expressions of interest (EOIs). Funded by the Albanese Government, this initiative aims to bolster community projects that enhance social benefits in local areas. The programme offers grants covering up to 100% of […]
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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? […]
Snowy Monaro Regional Council Mandates Pre-Booking for Inspections
As of January 2025, Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) requires all building, development application, road, and subdivision inspections to be booked a minimum of 48 hours in advance through Council’s planning and building team. Council advised administration staff accept bookings during weekday business hours through Council’s customer service line. Call 1300 345 345 or to […]
Snowy Mountains Businesses to Reap Benefits from Bin Trim Program
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) has announced a valuable opportunity for local businesses to reduce costs and minimise waste through a free waste assessment initiative. PHOTO: Local businesses may be eligible for substantial rebates on equipment purchase that aids in waste reduction or recycling. CREDIT: SMRC Funded by the NSW Environment Protection Authority’s (EPA) Bin […]
Launch Of Inaugural Speak Up Program
Ten young local aspiring leaders were hosted at the inaugural SPEAK UP program in Cooma courtesy of the Country Universities Centre (CUC) Snowy Monaro, in partnership with the University of Canberra. Federal Member for Eden Monaro Kristy McBain said the program is a dynamic leadership and public speaking initiative designed for young people aged 16-18 […]
Short-Term Rentals Squeeze Essential Workers
Snowy Mountains essential workers amongst others around the nation are facing increasing challenges to live where they work due to the proliferation of short-term rental accommodation (STRA). PHOTO: Unions NSW reported that 78% of frontline workers experience housing stress. Mark Morey, Secretary of Unions NSW, will present evidence to an upper house inquiry today, highlighting […]
Upper Murrumbidgee: Drought Measures May Be Needed to Prioritise Cooma Water Supply
The New South Wales Government has implemented a temporary water restriction affecting the Upper Murrumbidgee River, specifically targeting Murrumbidgee I and II water sources. PHOTO: Upper Murrumbidgee River CREDIT: DCCEEW Effective from Friday, February 7, to Friday, February 28, 2025, this measure aims to safeguard environmental water releases from being extracted, thereby enhancing ecological outcomes […]