In a significant development for Delegate, a new water treatment plant has been completed, marking the first time in history that the town will have access to fully treated drinking water. The project, lauded as a game-changer, was made possible by a $15 million investment from the New South Wales Government’s Safe and Secure Water […]
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Snowy 2.0: Empowering the Next Generation of Skilled Workers
The Snowy 2.0 project, heralded as Australia’s largest committed renewable energy undertaking, also aims to transform young careers in the Snowy region. An integral part of Snowy 2.0’s mission includes providing local students with hands-on learning opportunities. Eight Year 12 students from Monaro High School are the most recent to benefit, graduating with a Certificate […]
$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 […]
Restoration of Kosciuszko Huts After Bushfire Devastation Complete
The reconstruction of 10 iconic heritage huts in Kosciuszko National Park (KNP), destroyed during the 2019-20 Black Summer bushfires, has been successfully completed. This extensive project reached its conclusion with the rebuilding of Round Mountain Hut, marking a significant milestone in the conservation of KNP’s 60 cultural heritage huts. PHOTO: NPWS cutting the ribbon on […]
Discovery of the Leadbeater’s Possum in Kosciuszko National Park
The Leadbeater’s Possum, a species long considered extinct in New South Wales, has been discovered in Kosciuszko National Park (KNP), sparking significant excitement among conservationists. The incredible finding was made by the NSW Government’s threatened species team while reviewing a series of photos on wildlife cameras set-up for another critically endangered species in the Snowy […]
Transformation: Paddock in Cooma Set-to Become Emergency Disaster Response Hub
Cooma is set to become home to a state-of-the-art emergency management centre in the Polo Flat area, as the NSW Government announces plans for a new bushfire and emergency hub designed to strengthen disaster response capabilities across Snowy Monaro. The $15 million investment reportedly aligns with the findings of the 2020 NSW Bushfire Inquiry, which […]