With 2026 now under way, it's time to remind Jindabyne Parkrun participants of a few key rules around parkrun, not because organisers are trying to take away the enjoyment, but so that Jindabyne parkrun can continue for many years to come and so that everyone can stay safe and have fun.

The Jindabyne community gathered at JJ Connors oval on the morning on Australia Day hosted by the Snowy Mountains Community Association, to celebrate the recognition of community members who have played a major part in the town over the past 12 months and more. The 2026 Jindabyne Australia Day Citizen of the Year awarded to Dougie Graham. Dougie is an inspirational young man who doesn't seek accolades but simply gets things done to support the local community. He is the founder of Santa Claus Pub Crawl and has raised more than $80,000 over the last five years to support community members with mental health and medical challenges. The Santa Claus Pub Crawl creates a rare and vital space for men to connect, form genuine friendships and engage in deep conversations. The Santa Claus Pub Crawl proves that when a community comes together, lives can change and be saved.

Adaminaby stalwart, Lilibet Stephens, has proven a popular choice for the Cooma region Australia Day Citizen of the Year with praise and tributes coming from across the region.

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.

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.

Unity, power of community and connection were the themes of this year’s Nimmitabel Australia Day event held at Lake Williams on Monday.