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Council is delighted to announce that 42 local Snowy Monaro community initiatives have been awarded grants totalling more than $280,000 thanks to the 2026 Boco Rock Community Enhancement Fund.
01 October 2026
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Boco Rock Community Enhancement Fund 2026 grant recipients
Council is delighted to announce that 42 local Snowy Monaro community initiatives have been awarded grants totalling more than $280,000 thanks to the 2026 Boco Rock Community Enhancement Fund.
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October 1, 2026 at 8:03 PM
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One of the Snowy Monaro’s favourite annual events returns over two big weekends this November, with the 2026 instalment of the national Garage Sale Trail shaping up to be the biggest yet.
30 September 2026
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Council joins the Garage Sale Trail: Second-hand sales this November
One of the Snowy Monaro’s favourite annual events returns over two big weekends this November, with the 2026 instalment of the national Garage Sale Trail shaping up to be the biggest yet.
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September 30, 2026 at 8:23 PM
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Council is asking Nimmitabel residents to help address the high number of sewer blockages and infrastructure problems in the village, with our wastewater team removing non-flushable wet wipe blockages from...
29 September 2026
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Nimmitabel: Don’t flush our sewer system away
Council is asking Nimmitabel residents to help address the high number of sewer blockages and infrastructure problems in the village, with our wastewater team removing non-flushable wet wipe blockages from the Nimmitabel sewer system every single week in recent months.
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September 29, 2026 at 8:23 PM
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The 2026/2027 swim season is right around the corner, with Berridale Pool set to reopen from Monday 12 October 2026 and Adaminaby Pool following not far behind on Monday 23 November 2026.
29 September 2026
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Adaminaby and Berridale pool reopening dates
The 2026/2027 swim season is right around the corner, with Berridale Pool set to reopen from Monday 12 October 2026 and Adaminaby Pool following not far behind on Monday 23 November 2026.
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September 29, 2026 at 8:13 PM
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Council adopted its new Residential, Commercial and Industrial Lands Strategy 2025–2045 at the first session of the September Ordinary Council Meeting in Cooma on Thursday 17 September 2026.
25 September 2026
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Council adopts Residential, Commercial and Industrial Lands Strategy
Council adopted its new Residential, Commercial and Industrial Lands Strategy 2025–2045 at the first session of the September Ordinary Council Meeting in Cooma on Thursday 17 September 2026.
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September 25, 2026 at 8:23 PM
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Cooma — it’s time to roll up your sleeves and make a difference this October with the Cooma Community Clean Up returning for another year as part of Clean Up Australia’s Great Spring Clean Up initiative.
25 September 2026
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The Great Spring Clean Up returns to Cooma this October
Cooma — it’s time to roll up your sleeves and make a difference this October with the Cooma Community Clean Up returning for another year as part of Clean Up Australia’s Great Spring Clean Up initiative.
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September 25, 2026 at 8:13 PM
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The temporary footpath connecting the Jindabyne Education Campus to Jillamatong Street will be closed for the spring school holidays from Monday 28 September 2026.
24 September 2026
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Temporary school holiday path closure at Jindabyne Education Campus
The temporary footpath connecting the Jindabyne Education Campus to Jillamatong Street will be closed for the spring school holidays from Monday 28 September 2026. The path will reopen in time for the start of term four on Monday 12 October 2026.
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September 24, 2026 at 8:03 PM
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Council is calling on residents in the Bombala area to help keep essential community transport services running.
23 September 2026
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Volunteer drivers needed: Hit the road to help Bombala locals
Council is calling on residents in the Bombala area to help keep essential community transport services running. Volunteer community transport drivers are urgently needed following the recent departure of multiple local drivers.
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September 23, 2026 at 8:33 PM
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Council offices, pools, waste facilities, libraries, and community support program offices will be closed for the Labour Day public holiday on Monday 5 October 2026.
23 September 2026
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Labour Day public holiday closures at Council
Council offices, pools, waste facilities, libraries, and community support program offices will be closed for the Labour Day public holiday on Monday 5 October 2026.
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September 23, 2026 at 8:23 PM
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The NSW Government’s statewide Community Participation Plan (CPP) came into effect on Tuesday 1 September 2026, replacing Council’s local rules for development notification and consultation.
21 September 2026
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Update on NSW Government planning changes: Statewide CPP now in effect
The NSW Government’s statewide Community Participation Plan (CPP) came into effect on Tuesday 1 September 2026, replacing Council’s local rules for development notification and consultation.
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September 22, 2026 at 8:23 PM
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Rosemeath residents and road users are advised that Benlady Road will be closed for several hours on Monday 28 September 2026 between the Parsonage Creek causeway and Rosemeath Road, weather permitting.
23 September 2026
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Benlady Rd, Rosemeath: Partial road closure on Monday 28 September
Rosemeath residents and road users are advised that Benlady Road will be closed for several hours on Monday 28 September 2026 between the Parsonage Creek causeway and Rosemeath Road, weather permitting.
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September 22, 2026 at 8:13 PM
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Council held its September meeting on Thursday 17 September 2026 in Cooma.
18 September 2026
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September 2026 Ordinary Council Meeting first session recap
Council held its September meeting on Thursday 17 September 2026 in Cooma. The meeting was adjourned due to the session time limit being reached, with remaining agenda items to be considered when Council reconvenes in Cooma at 10am on Monday 21 September 2026.
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September 18, 2026 at 8:13 PM
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Snowy Monaro Regional Council held mid-term elections for mayor and deputy mayor at the September Ordinary Council Meeting in Cooma on Thursday 17 September 2026, with Mayor Chris Hanna re-elected for a...
17 September 2026
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Mayor Chris Hanna re-elected with Cr Tanya Higgins as new deputy mayor
Snowy Monaro Regional Council held mid-term elections for mayor and deputy mayor at the September Ordinary Council Meeting in Cooma on Thursday 17 September 2026, with Mayor Chris Hanna re-elected for a third term and Cr Tanya Higgins elected to the office of deputy mayor.
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September 17, 2026 at 8:23 PM
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Council has scheduled drilling works for Jerrara Drive, East Jindabyne between Rushes Bay Avenue and Camira Avenue.
09 September 2026
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Jerrara Drive drilling work: Thursday 10 and Friday 11 September 2026
Council has scheduled drilling works for Jerrara Drive, East Jindabyne between Rushes Bay Avenue and Camira Avenue. Work begins 7am Thursday 10 September 2026 and ends 5pm Friday 11 September 2026, weather permitting.
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September 11, 2026 at 8:43 PM
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Work is continuing on stage two of Council’s project to build new paths, crossings and other pedestrian infrastructure upgrades along Jindabyne’s Barry Way.
11 September 2026
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Barry Way pedestrian upgrades: Stage two works continue next week
Work is continuing on stage two of Council’s project to build new paths, crossings and other pedestrian infrastructure upgrades along Jindabyne’s Barry Way.
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September 11, 2026 at 8:33 PM
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The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is providing funding under round three of the Illegal Dumping Prevention Program to help Council address illegal dumping in the Snowy Monaro.
11 September 2026
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Council receives EPA Illegal Dumping Prevention Program grant
The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is providing funding under round three of the Illegal Dumping Prevention Program to help Council address illegal dumping in the Snowy Monaro.
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September 11, 2026 at 8:23 PM
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Council has been advised that proposed changes to how financial assistance grants are distributed across NSW will result in Snowy Monaro Regional Council receiving $5.1 million per year less in grants...
11 September 2026
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Proposed grants commission methodology to impact ratepayers
Council has been advised that proposed changes to how financial assistance grants are distributed across NSW will result in Snowy Monaro Regional Council receiving $5.1 million per year less in grants towards providing services to its residents.
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September 11, 2026 at 8:13 PM
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Council is seeking design tenders for the recommissioning of Jindabyne High Zone Reservoir.
11 September 2026
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Request for tender: Jindabyne High Zone Reservoir recommission design
Council is seeking design tenders for the recommissioning of Jindabyne High Zone Reservoir.
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September 11, 2026 at 8:03 PM
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Council is calling on the Snowy Monaro community to help get our region looking its best this spring by hosting or joining a local event for The Great Spring Clean Up 2026.
10 September 2026
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Sleeves up, gloves on: It's spring and The Great Spring Clean Up is on
Council is calling on the Snowy Monaro community to help get our region looking its best this spring by hosting or joining a local event for The Great Spring Clean Up 2026.
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September 10, 2026 at 8:43 PM
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Steady progress has continued at Bombala and Cooma pools over the past several weeks, with major milestones expected for both upgrade projects in the month ahead.
04 September 2026
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Bombala and Cooma pool projects September 2026 update
Steady progress has continued at Bombala and Cooma pools over the past several weeks, with major milestones expected for both upgrade projects in the month ahead.
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September 4, 2026 at 8:13 PM
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Snowy Monaro Regional Council is seeking tenders from suitably experienced and qualified contractors for two water reservoir projects in Cooma and East Jindabyne.
04 September 2026
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Request for tender: Cooma and East Jindabyne water reservoirs
Snowy Monaro Regional Council is seeking tenders from suitably experienced and qualified contractors for two water reservoir projects in Cooma and East Jindabyne.
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September 4, 2026 at 8:03 PM
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Council’s roads team are taking immediate advantage of the return of spring and warmer weather across the region, with road resealing works now underway.
02 September 2026
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September road resealing schedule
Council’s roads team are taking immediate advantage of the return of spring and warmer weather across the region, with road resealing works now underway.
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September 2, 2026 at 8:13 PM
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There’s still time to have your say on Cooma parks and recreation land.
28 August 2026
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Last chance to have your say on Cooma parks and recreation land
There’s still time to have your say on Cooma parks and recreation land. Don’t miss out—jump online now, fill in a short survey and help inform the future Cooma Parks and Play Strategy by 11.59pm on Sunday 30 August 2026.
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August 28, 2026 at 8:13 PM
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The new and improved Tyrolean Village and East Jindabyne trail network is almost complete, with work now underway on the final stages of the Jindabyne Shared Trail project.
28 August 2026
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Jindabyne Shared Trail: Tyrolean/East Jindabyne trails almost complete
The new and improved Tyrolean Village and East Jindabyne trail network is almost complete, with work now underway on the final stages of the Jindabyne Shared Trail project.
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August 28, 2026 at 8:03 PM
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Council figures released today show a concerning increase in household bin contamination rates across the Snowy Monaro over the first half of 2026.
26 August 2026
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Local waste contamination rates on the rise
Council figures released today show a concerning increase in household bin contamination rates across the Snowy Monaro over the first half of 2026.
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August 27, 2026 at 8:13 PM