19 March 2024

The postman calls

THE Snowy Monaro’s agricultural shows have come to an end for another year with the Bombala Show the last on the calendar.

There were a number of additions to the show program this year, highlighted by the return of show cattle.

19 March 2024

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR - Costly sports stadium

THE report to Snowy Monaro Regional Council’s March 21, 2024, meeting regarding fees and charges make some interesting and concerning reading. 

The report refers the proposed fees and charges for the new Cooma Regional Sports Hub which is on education department land and is reported to be operated by Council as a licencee. 

19 March 2024

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR - Share your view to make a difference

AS the cost-of-living crisis deepens on the back of a global pandemic and natural disasters, many people are feeling overwhelmed with how to address the issues facing their community.

The Salvation Army is committed to identifying the most pressing challenges and providing targeted, local solutions. If you can spare a few minutes of your time, you can help us by sharing your experience.

13 March 2024

The postman calls

MARCH is proving to be a busy month with the majority of the region’s agricultural shows taking and many other excellent events. 

The Cooma Show went off with a bang as a fireworks display saw hundreds if not thousands enjoy the show well into the evening. There has been lots of positive feedback about the display with many saying it’s the best display they have seen. 

13 March 2024

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR - Do we have a renewable responsibility?

Australia has committed to a target of 82 percent renewable energy and an emissions reduction by 2030 (Paris Agreement 2023).

The NSW Government considers the proposed Coonerang Wind farm a State  Significant Development, for its environmental, economical and social benefits.

13 March 2024

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR - Economic sense to become renewable ‘superpower’

IT’S a decade or more ago now, but Australia finally got a carbon tax under the Gillard Labor Government. 

The intent of the tax was to lower greenhouse gas emissions. In this it was highly successful, however, incoming Prime Minister Tony Abbott “axed the tax” within days of taking office.