In an tale of community spirit and artistic endeavour, Jindabyne has become the latest Australian town to install “a BIG thing,” joining the ranks of attractions like the Big Banana and the Big Pineapple. This time, the spotlight is on the Big Chairlift, a large-scale sculpture that has captured the heart of the Jindabyne community, […]
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Record-Breaking Crowds Light Up Lake Light Sculpture 2025 in Jindabyne
The tranquil foreshore of Lake Jindabyne transformed into a dazzling promenade as the Lake Light Sculpture 2025 closed its curtains on what has been an extraordinary event. Attracting nearly 22,000 attendees, the festival made a remarkable comeback after years of challenges, including adverse weather and event relocations. Over the span of four illuminated nights, visitors […]
Jindabyne’s Lake Light Sculpture Event Returns with Enthusiasm and Community Support
The picturesque setting of Lake Jindabyne welcomed back the much-anticipated Lake Light Sculpture event on Good Friday, April 18, marking a successful return after its hiatus. This volunteer-led event, celebrating the unification of art and nature, spans four days, concluding on Easter Monday, offering both locals and visitors an immersive artistic experience in the heart […]
Jindabyne Bowling Club Undergoes Exciting Modernisation
The Jindabyne Bowling and Sports Club is undergoing a significant transformation to revitalise its appearance and functionality. This endeavour aims to rejuvenate the club with modern amenities, all while maintaining the cherished community spirit. Last week marked the commencement of these upgrades with the installation of new carpeting in the main lounge area. According to […]
Jindabyne Takes Centre Stage in State BMX Championships
Jindabyne came alive this weekend as it hosted the State BMX Championships at the Jindabyne Sport and Recreational Centre over April 12-13, a much-anticipated event drawing riders and fans from across the nation. The Snowy Mountains BMX Club took centre stage, welcoming more than 550 BMX enthusiasts aged between two and 60 from NSW, the […]
Heavy Patching Road Repairs Underway Across the Region
The next stage of the Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) sealed road maintenance and repair program is underway, with damaged sections of road throughout the Snowy Monaro undergoing heavy patching works until May 2025, weather permitting. Works are scheduled for roads in Beloka, Bombala, Cootralantra, Dalgety, Jindabyne, Lords Hill, Moonbah, Rocky Plain, and Springfield over […]
Improvements Rolling Out for Jindabyne Kerbside Bin Collection Service
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) advised two trucks will be servicing the kerbside bin collection route in Jindabyne from Friday next week. With more vehicles, collections will now be more efficient. This means the trucks will be arriving to empty your bin earlier in the day. A spokesperson for SMRC said, “With these service improvements […]
Discover Local Services For Over-65s at Council’s Free Information Sessions
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) is holding free information sessions in Bombala and Jindabyne from next month to promote the wide array of local services available for older residents and their families and carers. SMRC advised residents to come have a chat with Council’s community services team and representatives from local service organisations to learn […]
Snowy Monaro Business Awards Celebrate Regional Excellence
The Snowy Monaro Business Awards 2025 illuminated The Station Resort in Jindabyne on Friday night, March 28, with a dazzling celebration of local business excellence. Nearly 200 guests from across the region gathered to honour the individuals and enterprises propelling the Snowy Monaro’s economy and vibrant communities. PHOTO: Business and community members came together celebrating […]
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 […]