De-amalgamation Question to Proceed to Referendum

Published on 21 August 2025

Snowy Valleys Council has welcomed today’s announcement by Minister Hoenig endorsing a constitutional referendum on de-amalgamation.

With approval now in place, Council will commence the formal process of engaging with the New South Wales Electoral Commission to progress arrangements. 

Under the legislation, the referendum must be held within 12 months of the Minister’s approval.

Further details, including the confirmed date and information for voters, will be communicated once arrangements have been finalised with the Electoral Commission.

Acting General Manager Jesseica Quilty said, “It’s now over to the community to decide and Council encourages everyone to participate and vote.”

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