Published on 21 August 2026
The Boil Water notice that has been in place from 18 August 2026 in Batlow has now been lifted in consultation with NSW Health. Water in the Batlow reticulation is now safe to drink without boiling.
Published on 20 August 2026
Snowy Valleys Council, local business leaders and Snowy Hydro have reaffirmed their commitment to ongoing collaboration as Council considers the regionʼs economic transition beyond the Snowy 2.0 construction boom.
Published on 18 August 2026
Batlow residents are advised to boil their tap water used for drinking or to use bottled water until further notice due to a treatment plant process failure. Council advises water with low chlorine levels has been supplied into the water network due to a treatment plant equipment failure.
Published on 13 August 2026
The new Multipurpose and Evacuation Centre (MEC) at Richmond Park, Tumut, is nearing completion, with the major construction project now entering its final stages.
Nominations are now open for the 2027 Snowy Valleys Australia Day Awards, recognising the outstanding individuals, groups and organisations that make a difference across our communities.
Published on 07 August 2026
Snowy Valleys Council's Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) composting facility has received a major boost with the addition of a new tractor and mulcher.
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