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TBM Monica launched at Snowy 2.0 Marica site

News

Kesha aims for stardom on Australian Idol stage

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Dame Marie Bashir remembered in Bombala

The recent death of distinguished NSW long-time governor, Dame Marie Bashir, has deeply saddened many as Dame Marie had travelled extensively in her time as governor, including to the Snowy Monaro region.

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Lake Light Sculpture celebrates 25 years with big plans

The Jindabyne Lake Light Sculpture (LLS) festival marks a milestone this year, celebrating 25 years since its inception. The long-running Easter event, which has become one of the Snowy Mountains’ signature experiences will be remaining on the foreshore over the Easter long weekend in 2026 with a robust program and a larger event precinct in the works.

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2025 rainfall data in the Snowy Monaro

The weather and how much rain fell is always front of mind for those who live in rural areas.

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High occupancy rates for Cooma Hospital key health worker units

The occupancy rate at the Cooma Health Service’s nurses accommodation units has been close to full since the new building was opened last April.

Sport

Record Cooma Rodeo crowd

A record crowd, some of the best cowboys and cowgirls in the country in action and one big night of entertainment has led to organisers declaring this year's Cooma Rodeo one of the best yet.

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'Top of Oz for Torie' walk advances maternal care in rural NSW

The Torie Finnane Foundation (TFF) has marked the 2026 “Top of Oz” fundraising event by celebrating the legacy of Torie Finnane.

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Folk’s finest in Numeralla

Numeralla Folk Festival drew another lively crowd of visitors and locals for its 49th festival held over the Australia Day long weekend.

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Kickstart your career with TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW Jindabyne CLC and TAFE NSW Cooma hosted Information Day events last week to showcase what each location has to offer to those eager to learn new skills in 2026.

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Postman John’s Christmas light display sets a new record

John McLoughlin, widely known as Postman John, celebrated a record-breaking year for his annual Christmas Light Display, which raised $13,708.45 over a month of the display lighting up Bent Street in Jindabyne.

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Region to help Bogong moth study

A study of Bogong moths migration patterns will be conducted in the Snowy Mountains next month by Invertebrates Australia, in partnership with Western Sydney University, Zoos Victoria, and Lund University. Students and researchers involved in the study are trying to determine the migratory paths of the bogong moth using a mark-recapture program.

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Chamber reflects on successful 2025

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Cooma Ex-Services Club major re-development officially underway

The Cooma Ex-Services Club has officially started a major re-development project aimed at expanding the venue and renewing its facilities for members and the wider community.

Sport

Next generation of golfers hit Coolamatong

More than 20 children attended a Coolamatong Golf Club clinic last week, made possible by Harro’s Snowsports at Oaks Lake Crackenback Resort and the Rob Kneller Youth Foundation.

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Scorching scores at Coolamatong Golf

The 2026 Coolamatong Summer Cup is off to a flying start for several golfers, with numerous players scoring 40 points or better.

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Popular social doubles day at Cooma Royal

Cooma’s Royal Tennis Club is gearing-up for its popular social doubles day this weekend with the event again raising funds to support the Cooma Hospital Auxiliary.

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The 2025 Jindabyne Man from Snowy River Rodeo rides high on success

The annual Jindabyne Man from Snowy River Rodeo, a beloved staple of the region since 1943, once again delighted crowds on Sunday, 28 December.

Sport

Cooma swimmers put through their paces

Cooma Swim Club’s Sunday morning coaching series kicked off last week at Berridale pool, with a strong turnout from new and returning members.

Sport

Cooma runner wins gruelling 168km event

Cooma’s Mick Sullivan has enhanced his standing as one of the nation’s best ultra trail runners.

Regional

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Record number of Country Education Foundation Snowy Monaro applicants

Word is spreading about the assistance the Country Education Foundation (CEF) can provide students/trade apprentices in the Snowy Monaro as a record number of applicants applied to the program for 2026.

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Wildlife collisions proposal on Monaro Highway gaining support

A meeting last month between NSW government representatives and the local resident behind a push to improve the safety of the Monaro Highway from wildlife collisions has proved beneficial with those in attendance stating they are open to investigating options.

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LAOKO volunteers have busy year

For a Snowy Mountains Wildlife (LAOKO) rescuer, finding an injured or distressed native animal, in the night-time particularly, can be very difficult if clear and precise directions are not provided.

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Shannons Flat hall is a community hub of activity

The Shannons Flat Community Hall was filled with warmth and good cheer before Christmas as about 40 residents gathered for the annual Christmas party.

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Snowy Monaro RFS urges ongoing vigilance

Fire activity in the Snowy Monaro region has been minimal over the past seven days, despite extreme heat conditions, gusty, windy weather and a day of total fire ban.

Rural

NSW country mayors oppose speed limit proposal

Rural, regional and remote NSW councils are opposed to the Federal Government’s proposal for a blanketed 30 kilometre per hour reduction...

Regional

Cole's love of music hit the right notes

Anyone can learn to play an instrument

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Attractions galore for show

The list of attractions at the 115th annual Delegate Show is a colourful and lengthy one, with

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Celebrate all things lavender

Bombala lavender co-op invites growers and public to 30th anniversary workshops

Community

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Steiner Education Australia CEO visits The Alpine School, Cooma

Parents and community members were invited to attend a special presentation hosted by The Alpine School in Cooma last Thursday featuring the CEO of Steiner Education Australia.