The call for increased income support grows louder, with Independents, Greens and other crossbench candidates leading demands for a substantial raise in welfare payments. The move, prompted by the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, continues to impact the lives of many residents within the Eden-Monaro electorate. PHOTO: Cooma Services Australia branch. With the possibility of a minority […]
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Double Demerits in Effect During ANZAC Day Long Weekend
Police are again out in force across the state this Anzac Day long weekend, with a warning to drivers that one bad decision can take a life and changes others forever. NSW Police has launched Operation ANZAC Day 2025, which includes a high-visibility presence. Double demerits are now in effect until Sunday, April 27 2025. […]
Escaped Burns Spark Warning on Safe Burning Practices
The RFS is reminding landholders to follow safe burning practices and ensure they notify their local fire authority and neighbours, after 30 escaped burns were reported across NSW in April – including a dozen over the Easter long weekend. PHOTO: An escaped burn from over the Easter long weekend CREDIT: NSW RFS Although the Bush […]
Motorists Urged to Drive Safely During School Holidays after Horror Month
In light of an alarming rise in road fatalities across New South Wales, particularly during March when 39 crashes resulted in 41 deaths, NSW Police are urging motorists to adopt safer driving practices during the upcoming school holidays. PHOTO: NSW Police are aiming to reduce the rates of road incidents by conducting a high visibility […]
Community Feedback Sought on Proposed Camping Changes in NSW National Parks
The New South Wales National Parks and Wildlife Service (NSW NPWS) is actively seeking community input on a significant proposal to enhance camping experiences within the state’s national parks and reserves. As many individuals and families from the Snowy Mountains region prepare for potential camping trips over the Easter period, this is a timely opportunity […]
Progress at Snowy Hydro 2.0 After Safety Challenges
Australia’s largest renewable energy project, Snowy Hydro 2.0, continues to forge ahead with substantial progress reported across multiple facets, despite recent setbacks due to safety concerns. According to a recent update from Snowy Hydro, the development of the power station complex is advancing steadily, with notable milestones achieved in various sections of the project. PHOTO: […]
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 […]
Joint Government Investment Set to Tackle Cooma’s Housing Shortage: Infrastructure Work to Start
The Albanese Labor Government and the NSW Minns Government have announced a significant infrastructure investment in Cooma, amounting to $23.6 million, aimed at addressing the housing shortage in the region. The project, centred around the Cooma North Precinct, plans to unlock 177 new homes by developing essential infrastructure such as roads and the delivery of […]
Jindabyne to Host Prestigious BMX Championships This April
Jindabyne is set to play host to an exhilarating weekend of BMX racing as it welcomes Round Two of the 2025 AusCycling BMX Racing ACT/NSW State Series. Taking place on April 12-13, the event promises to draw BMX enthusiasts from across the region to the newly upgraded Snowy Mountains BMX Track. PHOTO: The track is […]
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 […]