While much of the Snowy Monaro is busy gearing up for winter, it’s all about summer in Bombala this month, with major restoration and upgrade works kicking off at Bombala War Memorial Swimming Pool. Work is now underway to reline the main pool shell, with the filtration and pumping system set to be completely overhauled […]
Tag: Snowy Mountains
New EV Fast Charger Coming to Jindabyne
New South Wales is rolling out more EV chargers, as the Minns Labor Government invests another $16.1 million to install 246 fast and ultra-fast EV chargers across the state, with the Snowy Mountains town of Jindabyne set to receive one. This latest round of grant funding is boosted by private investment that will see a […]
Council Announces Appointment of New Permanent Chief Executive Officer
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) has today announced the appointment of Noreen Vu as the organisation’s new permanent Chief Executive Officer (CEO), following a unanimous councillor decision at the May Ordinary Council Meeting held Thursday May 15, 2025. Ms Vu will assume the role from Monday July 14, 2025, following the conclusion of current interim […]
NSW National Parks Boosts Protection for 85 Additional Sites of Significance
The New South Wales (NSW) National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) recently declared 85 new sites as Assets of Intergenerational Significance (AIS), enhancing conservation efforts for a multitude of threatened species. This announcement brings the total to 360 AIS sites across 151 national parks and reserves in the state, safeguarding 132 threatened plant and animal […]
Upcoming Water Supply Interruption in Binjura and Cooma
Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) is connecting a new water main in the Binjura/Cooma area this week, weather permitting. The water supply for properties on multiple streets in Cooma and Binjura will be temporarily unavailable while this important work is underway. PHOTO: There will be water supply interruptions in parts of Cooma and Binjura on […]
Australian Energy Regulator Announces Sharp Electricity Price Rise in NSW
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has confirmed notable hikes in electricity prices under the Default Market Offer (DMO) for 2025–26 released today. This decision directly affects household and small business customers on standing offer plans in New South Wales (NSW), with the increases for NSW being more pronounced compared to those in South East Queensland […]
Damaging Winds Alert Issued for Snowy Mountains: Possible Blizzard Conditions Above 1400m
The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a severe weather warning for damaging winds set to impact the southeastern parts of New South Wales. As strong northwesterly winds persist ahead of a significant cold front, the BOM warns of potentially dangerous conditions. The warning, which affects several areas along the Great Dividing Range and southern […]
Jindabyne High School Makes History at Katrina Fanning Cup
In a historic achievement for Jindabyne High School (JHS), the school’s first-ever female Rugby League teams made their competitive debut at the Katrina Fanning Cup held in Tathra on May 20. Competing in the U14s and U16s categories, the JHS girls showcased remarkable progress, impressing onlookers and competitors alike. PHOTO: The historic JHS U14s and […]
Rams and Ewes Take Two: CRUFC Men and Women Look to Bounce Back in Round 8
Cooma Rugby Union Football Club (CRUFC) played host to the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) teams in round 7 of the ACT Women’s 10s and 2nd Division South Coast Monaro Rugby competitions at Rotary Oval in Cooma. The games, held yesterday, Saturday May 24, challenged both CRUFC’s men and women against strong and fit oppositions […]
Trout Spawn Run 2025: Anglers Asked to Respect Rules in Region
The Snowy Mountains beckons anglers each year with the promise of exceptional fishing experiences, and during the annual trout spawn run, visitors have the chance to experience nature at its finest. Made better by seasonal conditions such as good rainfall in the catchments, breeding trout make their way from lake Jindabyne (Thredbo River) or Eucumbene […]