Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) is looking for nominations from Cooma and Michelago residents for vacant positions on the community-run Section 355 Committees that oversee Cooma North Ridge Reserve and the Michelago Hall and Tennis Courts. Council advised no experience is required, and you only need to commit to a few hours a month. Council […]
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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 […]
Trump’s Tariffs Pose Challenges for Australian Farmers
In a recent development that could have significant economic repercussions for producers in the Snowy Mountains and across the country, the Trump Administration has imposed a 10 percent tariff on Australian exports. The news comes as President Trump set out his Liberation Day plans, today announcing reciprocal tariffs that trade partners would face from April […]
Cooma Hospital Unveils New Accommodation for Key Workers
Cooma Hospital and Health Service is set to welcome healthcare staff into its newly completed key worker accommodation, which comprises 12 modern units. This initiative, backed by the NSW Government, aims to address the recruitment and retention challenges faced by healthcare facilities, particularly in regional areas. PHOTO: Member for Monaro Steve Whan toured the facility […]
Southern Cats Set for Exciting AFL Canberra Season Opener
The Southern Cats are eagerly preparing for the commencement of their AFL Canberra 2025 season, as both their Community Men’s Division Two and Community Women’s Division One teams get ready to take on the Batemans Bay Seahawks this Saturday, April 5, at Holt Oval, Canberra. The women’s match kicks off at 10 am, followed by […]
Liberals Pledge $900,000 for Seymour Park Revitalisation in Adaminaby
The Liberal Party, under an elected Dutton Government, has announced today, Wednesday April 2, 2025, a significant pledge of $900,000 dedicated to the revitalisation of Seymour Park in Adaminaby. This initiative, rooted in community collaboration, aims to transform the park into a welcoming space for individuals of all ages and abilities. PHOTO: Members of the […]
Adaminaby Parking Project: Stage Two Works Begin Monday 14 April 2025
Construction of a new light vehicle and caravan parking area at Adaminaby’s Baker Street Playground off the Snowy Mountains Highway gets underway from Monday April 14, 2025. PHOTO: Construction starts in April on the new light vehicle, and caravan parking area in Adaminaby. The second stage in Council’s Adaminaby Long Vehicle and Truck Parking Project, […]
Stop Mahonia on the Monaro: Choose Non-Invasive Plants For Your Garden
Snowy Monaro Regional Council – Mahonia Gardens are a great source of peace, beauty, and fresh produce, offering both physical and mental nourishment, but they can also be the source of new weeds when the plants we cultivate escape into the surrounding environment. Many of our widespread weeds like cotoneaster and blackberry started off in […]
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 […]
Concerns Over Council PIO Compliance: Calls for Independent Review of Reports
The Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) finds itself mired in controversy following the submission of its first Performance Improvement Order (PIO) report. This report, mandated by the Minister for Local Government, scrutinises how the Council is addressing behavioural issues among councillors and aligns with compliance measures. Both supporters and critics of the report’s submission came […]