The NSW Electoral Commission has brought online its series of webinars and information pages for anyone considering running for office in the September 2021 local government election.The NSW Electoral Commission has brought online its series of webinars and information pages for anyone considering running for office in the September 2021 local government election.As part of its commitment to a vibrant and representative participatory democracy, Snowy Monaro Regional Council is promoting initiatives supporting prospective candidates – including these resources made available by the NSW Electoral Commission.The first two of the webinars are now available on the NSW Electoral Commission’s website, covering candidate information and election funding/disclosure, with six additional webinars scheduled through the end of August 2021.“The Snowy Monaro is privileged to have a vocal and politically active population,” said Mayor Peter Beer, Snowy Monaro Regional Council.“Democracy can only thrive when we have as many different kinds of people as possible participating.

The recommended option for rates harmonisation across the Snowy Monaro region has been determined following a second Extraordinary Council Meeting held in Cooma.A single motion was presented at last n…

An Extraordinary Council Meeting was held last night in Cooma to determine the preferred option for rates harmonisation across the Snowy Monaro region.Nine councillors including the Mayor were in atte…

A national expression of interest process is now underway aimed at identifying a leading specialist aged care organisation to take over ownership and operation of residential aged care homes, currentl…

Snowy Monaro Regional Council has today announced that work on upgrades at Adaminaby Wastewater Treatment Plant will get underway from Monday 31 May 2021.Following a community consultation in December…

Residents and employees of Yallambee Lodge in Cooma celebrated International Nurses Day last week, recognising the contributions of some of the hardest working people in our community.One resident at …

The statewide Bin Trim Program provides free help and support to NSW businesses to maximise their recycling and minimise the waste ending up in landfill.Canberra Region Joint Organisation (CRJO) is cu…

This week is National Road Safety Week and Snowy Monaro Regional Council is reminding our region’s road users of the importance of driving and riding safely.Safer Australian Roads and Highways is the …