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In short: The iconic Big trout in the Snowy Mountains was restored in December last year, but the paintwork was met with community backlash. One of Australia's beloved "big things" has had its second makeover in six months, after the first was deemed "hideous" by the community and sparked an outcry. The final paint job of the Big Trout at …

In short: A Snowy Mountains man found guilty of dumping a horse's head in public place has avoided a recorded conviction. The court heard Rocky Harvey, 54, dumped the head at the front of the Snowy Region Visitor Centre, which houses the National Parks and Wildlife Service office. A man has avoided having a conviction recorded after being found guilty …

Researchers release critically endangered stocky galaxias back into NSW Snowy Mountains

A critically endangered fish has been released back into the New South Wales' Snowy Mountains as part of a "world-first" project to save the species from the brink of extinction. Key points: The stocky galaxias is a critically endangered fish that exists in the NSW Snowy Mountains The fish came under threat in 2019 due to the bushfires and subsequent …

Snow, cold-snap in NSW Snowy Mountains has locals hoping for a white Christmas

Opinions always vary among locals in the NSW Snowy Mountains as to whether snow in summer is an unusual event. Key points: Snow has been falling in Thredbo Village, Perisher Valley, Charlotte Pass and Selwyn A weather forecaster says it's the extended cold snap two weeks out from Christmas, rather than the snow, that is unique. Mr Kapetanakos said locals …

Snowy Mountains businesses call for rent relief as extended lockdown dampens snow season

The year 2021 was shaping up to be a record-breaking snow season for Cliff Wallis, booked to the brim at the Sundeck Hotel at Perisher in the New South Wales Snowy Mountains. Key points: Snowy Mountains businesses brace for more financial loss over the peak winter ski season The lockdown affecting Greater Sydney and surrounds has been extended until July …

Ski season looking grim for Snowy Mountains businesses struggling with housing crisis

Snowy Mountains businesses are worried about this year's ski season amid dire staff shortages and the region's ongoing housing crisis. Key points: Business owners fear they will struggle to make the most of the upcoming ski season The Jindabyne Chamber of Commerce says it's working to address the housing shortage The NSW government says it is looking at possible long-term …

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