In big news for Bombala athletes and exercise enthusiasts, work on the major local project bringing new cricket, netball and spectator facilities to the Bombala Showground is nearing completion. PHOTO: Bombala clubs are set-to benefit as the facilities near completion. A spokesperson for Snowy Monaro Regional Council said, “Earlier this week, Council’s contractor working on […]
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Monaro Crown Rersrves Secure Funding for Invasive Weeds and Pests
Member for Monaro Steve Whan today announced over $78,600 in grants to protect Crown land reserves and waterways across the Snowy Mountains region against invasive weeds and pests. PHOTO: Scotch broom (Cytisus scoparius subsp. scoparius) – infestation CREDIT: Paul Sullivan, NSW DPI “It’s fantastic to see this funding allocated to control the spread of weeds and pest rabbits […]
Snowy Monaro Visitor Economy to Benefit from NSW Government Regional Event Fund
The Snowy Monaro visitor economy is set to benefit from a more vibrant events calendar with Snowies Multisport Festival amongst the 61 recipients of the Minns Labor Government’s 2025/26 Regional Event Fund. PHOTO: From far and wide, the Snowies Multisport Festival attracts competitors of all ages – Snowies MTB Festival 2025 CREDIT: In2Adventure Member for Monaro […]
$210 Million in Capital Spending for Monaro: 2025/26 NSW Budget Unveiled
The NSW 2025-26 budget, hand down by Treasurer Daniel Mookhey today continues the Minns Labor Government’s work in rebuilding the core services we deliver to the people of Monaro, says Member for Monaro, Steve Whan. PHOTO: The sun has set over the Monaro after the NSW Government revealed it’s latest state budget, including allocations to […]
Minister Marks State Heritage Listing of Cooma Gaol While Acknowledging its Challenging Past
Cooma Correctional Centre has been officially recognised with a plaque to mark its inclusion on the NSW State Heritage Register (NSWSHR) with a ceremony in Cooma today, an occasion which also acknowledged the challenging past of Cooma Gaol. PHOTO: Commissioner Gary McCahon (left) and Minister for Corrections Anoulack Chanthivong (right) officially unveiled the plaque today. […]
Final Stages of Upgrades on the Way for the Kings and Monaro Highways
Motorists in the Snowy Monaro region are set to benefit from promised road safety enhancements, as two major highway upgrade programs in the state’s south reach their final stages. The Kings and Monaro highway upgrades, involving a combined investment of $40 million, aim to improve travel conditions across key routes. The Kings Highway, located south-east […]
Overdue Surgeries Surge in NSW: Government Responds with Investment
The latest data from the Bureau of Health Information has revealed a significant increase in overdue surgeries in New South Wales. In the past quarter alone, the number of patients experiencing delays in their surgeries has risen by 1,745, reaching a total of 8,587. Of those 8,587 patients, 2092 live in a rural area including […]
Major Upgrades Completed for Snowy Mountains Fire Stations
In a boost to emergency readiness in the Snowy Mountains region, the New South Wales Government has announced the completion of modernisation projects for Cooma and Thredbo Fire Stations. With an investment exceeding $2.5 million, the upgrades are designed to enhance firefighting capabilities and ensure safety for local communities. PHOTO: Emergency Services Minister Jihad Dib […]
Jindabyne Lake Foreshore Rehabilitation and Restoration Works
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) advised restoration works for Lake Jindabyne foreshore erosion and bank stability protections that were damaged during the period of high lake water levels in 2022 and 2023 will begin Wednesday June 11, 2025, weather permitting. Contractors will be working across two sites in Jindabyne to rebuild the damaged foreshore rock […]
Rider Safety Key Focus of King’s Birthday Police Operation after Tragic Weekend
In the wake of a devastating weekend that claimed the lives of four motorcyclists and seriously injured two teenagers in New South Wales, authorities have announced a comprehensive police operation. Police will be targeting all forms of dangerous driving, with rider safety a key focus during the King’s Birthday long weekend. The tragic incidents occurred […]