$14k prize money up for grabs Entries have opened for the final heat and grand final of the Australian National Busking Championships (ANBC), with an unprecedented prize pool of $14,000 cash up for grabs. PHOTO: 2023 ANBC finalists Will and Ann entertain at Sharp Street, Cooma CREDIT: ANBC The not-for-profit ANBC is seeking musicians and […]
Tag: Snowy Mountains
Council Opts for Cost-Effective Solution to Jindabyne’s Waste Management Woes
In a decisive move to address Jindabyne’s waste management issues, Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) endorsed Option one, under section 9.1.1 of the Council’s business papers during their September meeting, with councillors unanimously in support. The endorsement would see additional works to the interim waste transfer station (WTS) at a significantly lower cost compared to […]
Cooma’s Miranda McGufficke Shines at 2025 Young Judges National Finals
Cooma’s Miranda McGufficke, a young and promising judge tasted sweet success in the National Finals of the 2025 Agricultural Shows Australia (ASA) Young Judges and Paraders Championships. Held at the Royal Adelaide Show during September, McGufficke took out first place and national honours in the highly competitive Meat Breed Sheep category. Notably, she also claimed […]
Snap Send Solve: The Three Quick Steps for a Better Snowy Monaro
If you spot a problem in a public area anywhere across the Snowy Monaro, you can report non-urgent issues directly to Council and other local authorities, quickly and easily with the free Snap Send Solve smartphone app and website. Here’s how easy it is to help us keep our region safe, welcoming and accessible: That’s […]
Monaro Name 16-Man Squad Ahead of 2025 Burns Cup: King Ready to Lead Next Generation
As the commencement of the 2025/26 cricket season approaches, Monaro District Cricket Association (MDCA) has announced a promising training squad for the upcoming 2025 Burns Cup and representative season. The selections, comprising 16 local talents, features a blend of both emerging and experienced players, poised to make their mark. PHOTO: Thomas King (left) accepts the […]
South Coast Monaro Barbarians’ Inspiring Journey to the U18 Finals
With the aim of keeping juniors on the park, the South Coast Monaro (SCM) Barbarians U18 rugby team found its roots. Formed from a unique collaboration of several clubs, the Barbarians took some time to gel before showing an inspiring turnaround. Defying the odds, the Barbarians played in the 2025 finals of the ACT Junior […]
Youth Internship Program Graduates Celebrated at Cooma-Monaro SES Presentation Night
The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) Cooma-Monaro Unit celebrated the graduation of nine interns at a presentation night held last Wednesday, September 17, following the successful completion of the SES Youth Internship Program conducted alongside other SES units across NSW. The event, which marked the program’s second year of operation at Cooma-Monaro SES was attended […]
NSW Communities Urged to Prepare for Upcoming Fire Season
As the bush fire season looms, firefighters in New South Wales are calling on households to prepare their homes and properties. The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has launched a new safety campaign, “One Ember Can End It,” to raise public awareness about the dangers of embers in bush fires. Minister for Emergency Services Jihad […]
Have Your Say on the Future of Snowy Monaro Arts, Culture and Heritage
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) invites our community to help shape the future of local arts, culture and heritage by providing feedback on the draft Snowy Monaro Arts, Culture and Heritage Strategy 2026 – 2029 and draft SMRC Public Art Policy by Monday October 20, 2025. PHOTO: Jindabyne’s Lakelight Sculpture competition CREDIT: SMRC These draft […]
Springtime for Bombala Sport with New Showground Facilities Complete
Snowy Monaro Regional Council has advised construction and installation work on the brand-new sporting facilities at Bombala Showground is now complete – giving Bombala sporting clubs, athletes and locals who enjoy some fun in the sun more reason than usual to celebrate the coming of spring in 2025. PHOTO: The Bombala community will have access […]