The Albanese Labor Government and the NSW Minns Government have announced a significant infrastructure investment in Cooma, amounting to $23.6 million, aimed at addressing the housing shortage in the region. The project, centred around the Cooma North Precinct, plans to unlock 177 new homes by developing essential infrastructure such as roads and the delivery of […]
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Snowy Mountains Highway: Work Starts on $36 Million Safety Improvement Package
Upgrades to the Snowy Mountains Highway are underway with improvements coming thanks to a $36 million investment. Jointly funded by the Albanese and Minns Labor Governments under the Road Safety Program, the first two of four projects stretching almost the full 333-kilometre length of the Snowy Mountains Highway commenced today, with all projects expected to […]
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 […]
Anembo RFS Volunteers Honoured with Medals: Brigade Officially Receives New Truck at Ceremony
The Snowy Monaro District recognised 14 dedicated Rural Fire Service (RFS) members at a special ceremony in Anembo this afternoon, March 29, 2025, with the station also officially presented a new fire truck worth $270,000. RFS District Manager, Superintendent Jim Darrant was present alongside Member for Monaro, Steve Whan, Snowy Monaro Regional Council Mayor, Chris […]
Brown Mountain Repairs to Enhance Travel Between Snowy Mountains and South Coast
A significant funding boost of $1.6 million has been announced by the Albanese and Minns Labor Governments for repairs on the Snowy Mountains Highway at Brown Mountain. This investment targets one of the two remaining landslip sites, with over $8.6 million committed to repairs since the current governments took office. PHOTO: Brown Mountain is a […]