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Landers Falls in Kosciuszko National Park. Credit: Ollie Khedun

Nestled in the western foothills of the Snowy Mountains, boarded by the Kosciuszko National Park and Murray River, the Snowy Valleys is located in a prime position with close geographical ties to Canberra and Wagga Wagga.

We have a primarily rural lifestyle, with major town centres in Tumbarumba and Tumut, and smaller towns and villages including Adelong, Batlow, Brungle, Jingellic, Khancoban, Laurel Hill, Rosewood, Talbingo & Tooma.

The Snowy Valleys is always in season with crisp, cold mountain air in winter, lush, green rolling hills in spring, cool, clean waterways in summer and, of course, the blaze of colour in autumn.

Towns & Villages

Tumut, Adelong, Batlow, Brungle, Talbingo, Tumbarumba, Jingellic, Khancoban, Laurel Hill, Rosewood, Tooma.

Adelong Falls Gold Mill Ruins. Credit: Ollie Khedun
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Snowy Valleys Council

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1300 275 782
info@svc.nsw.gov.au
76 Capper St, Tumut, NSW 2720

Snowy Valleys Council

Wagga Wagga

Liveability

Weather

28.1
°C

Average Summer Max

11.8
°C

Average Winter Max

12
°C

Average Summer Min

0.4
°C

Average Winter Min

Population

14,884

Population

44.9

Median Age

Housing

$373k

Median House Price

Sales Quarter - DEC 22

$360

Median Rent Price

Rent Quarter - MAR 23

Distance to Cities

sydney

411km

Distance

4h 19m

Drive Time

Canberra

195km

Distance

2h 19m

Drive Time

Melbourne

523km

Distance

5h 28m

Drive Time

TRANSPORT Options

Taxi

Taxis are readily available throughout Snowy Valleys. Additionally, Wagga Wagga Airport is the nearest airport serving the region.

Taxi
Vineyards in the Tumbarumba cold climate wine region. Credit: Ollie Khedun
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Industries & Opportunities

The main industries of the Snowy Valleys include Agriculture, Forestry, Healthcare & Social Assistance, Manufacturing & Construction, Energy and Tourism.

Primary employers include AKD softwoods, Hyne Mill, Visy Pulp and Paper, Murrumbidgee Local Health District, Forestry Corporation of NSW, National Parks & Wildlife Services, Snowy Hydro & Future Generation Joint Venture, Valmar Support Services.

Skill gaps in the region: Health Services, Trade Labour, Engineering Trades

Main Industries

Primary Employers

Setting Up Your Own Business

Local Business Chambers:

Business Snowy Valleys

Email: admin@businesssnowyvalleys.com.au

Tumbarumba Chamber of Commerce

Email: tumbarumbachamber@gmail.com

Freshly picked apples in Batlow. Credit: Ollie Khedun
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Jobs in This Region

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Sheep Farm Worker
Essential • Must have Australian work entitlement – Australian citizen • Must be capable of physically demanding work in harsh conditions • Must have drivers’ licence • Must have own reliable transport • Must like sheep • Must be experienced in o livestock handing o working dog handling o drenching, o vaccinating, o rumen pelleting, o lamb marking o crutching on Shear Anywhere cradles o shear on Shear Anywhere cradles o tractor operation o fencing o weed spraying o riding motor bikes and side by sides o • Must be willing to move interstate to other farms as required We offer competitive pay to skilled workers.
Tue, 07 May
Oberne Creek, 2650, NSW
Trainee - Customer Service
THE JOB Snowy Valleys Council is seeking a reliable, motivated person who is passionate about a career in customer service to join our Customer Experience Team as a Trainee. A traineeship is an exciting opportunity to be paid to complete a nationally recognised qualification whilst also gaining on-the-job experience. The successful applicant will work within an experienced, professional team learning all aspects of providing a positive customer experience. This position is offered as a traineeship for a 12-month fixed term period working 70 hours per fortnight between Monday and Friday. Salary will be paid in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award Level 1 rates of pay for juniors and trainees. The salary range is $904.40 - $1552.20 per fortnight plus 11% superannuation. Salary will be determined by age and level of schooling completed. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA Genuine interest in working in the customer service field. Ability to successfully complete learning outcomes and a commitment to further learning and development. Ability to be reliable, motivated and organised. Ability to use computers and software to at least a basic level (e.g. Microsoft programs). DESIRABLE CRITERIA Completion of Year 12 or equivalent HOW TO APPLY Submit your application online via our website www.snowyvalleys.nsw.gov.au/Ca... with Council. You will be able to access the position description and will be asked through the application process to upload a cover letter, statement addressing the selection criteria and your current resume. Please submit your application by Sunday 19th May at 11.00pm FURTHER INFORMATION For further information about the requirements of the position or the work area, please contact Tanya Gaul, Coordinator Customer Experience on 69 412 564. For information relating to the recruitment process please contact our People & Culture team via email [email protected] . Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation. We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please contact our People and Culture team via email [email protected] and our team will contact you to discuss how we can support you with your needs. Council has a non-smoking in the workplace policy and operates a random drug and alcohol testing program.
Mon, 06 May
Tumut, 2720, NSW
Payroll/Creditors Officer
THE JOB Snowy Valleys Council is seeking a capable, systematic and detail focused person to contribute to the effective delivery of Council’s payroll and accounts payable functions. The successful applicant will have competent and accurate financial reconciliation skills and the ability to plan and organise work priorities, work through and resolve issues and work to deadlines. The role will require you to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and have strong customer service and communication skills with the ability to interpret and explain requirements and maintain privacy and confidentiality requirements. Full details of the position accountabilities and selection criteria are provided in the position description. Please address how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the position description. THE BENEFITS Permanent fulltime position of 70 hours per fortnight based at our Tumut office. Fortnightly salary range of $2382.24 - $2681.20 (gross) plus 11% superannuation contribution. Salary offered within the range will be negotiated based on skills, experience and education. Generous leave entitlements. Flexible working arrangements available including a 9-day fortnight. HOW TO APPLY Submit your application online via our website www.snowyvalleys.nsw.gov.au/Careers with Council. You will be able to access the position description here and will be asked through the application process to upload a cover letter, statement addressing the selection criteria and your current resume. Please submit your application by Sunday 19th May 2024 at 11.00pm. FURTHER INFORMATION For further information about the requirements of the position or the work area, please contact Amanda Sutton, Coordinator Financial Accounting on 02 6941 2573. For information relating to the recruitment process please contact our People & Culture team via email hrcorp@svc.nsw.gov.au . Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation. We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please contact our People and Culture team via email hrcorp@svc.nsw.gov.au and our team will contact you to discuss how we can support you with your needs. Council has a non-smoking in the workplace policy and operates a random drug and alcohol testing program
Wed, 08 May
Tumut, 2720, NSW
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History

Local Elders from the Toomaroombah Kunama Namadgi Indigenous Corporation (TKNIC) and the Brungle Tumut Local Aboriginal Land Council (BTLALC) have provided the following information regarding the heritage and culture of Country known as Ngarigo and Wiradjuri.

The Ngarigo peoples, known as the 'Snow People', have been the custodians of the Snowy Mountains region for thousands of years. However, due to colonial settlement, the Snowy Mountains Scheme, State Forests, and the establishment of Kosciuszko National Park, many Ngarigo peoples have been displaced. Some found refuge at Cooktown Mission in Tumbarumba, while others were relocated to places like Hollywood Mission in Yass and Moree.

Today, many Indigenous people reside in Tumbarumba. TKNIC proudly represents the Ngarigo Indigenous people of the high country.

The Brungle township was originally developed as a station. Established in 1887 as a settlement for Wiradjuri and the Wolgalu peoples between Gundagai and Tumut, the dwellings are on ground officially described as a station yet known as a settlement, reserve or mission. They were the responsibility of the Aboriginal Welfare Board of NSW in which a white Manager was in charge of managing the station. In 1945 the manager was removed and in 1955 the Aboriginal Welfare Board decided that the land was of no further use. The housing is either owned privately or is now managed by BTLALC. The land at Brungle remains very important to these Wiradjuri and the Wolgalu (Walgaloo) peoples as a site of shared memories and links with past traditions.

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Tumbarumba to Rosewood Rail Trail. Credit: Ollie Khedun
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Recreation & Arts

With so many reasons to visit year-round, we look forward to seeing you in the Snowy Valleys.

During Christmas, Blowering Dam shores are filled with campers, and Kosciuszko National Park becomes a mecca for campers, hikers, and holidaymakers.

In January, the Tumut Cycle Classic sees riders from across NSW, ACT, and Victoria experience the sensational views of Tumut and surrounds while raising money for the local hospital.

At the end of summer, Tumbarumba's park behind the main street hosts Tumbafest. The market stalls offer fresh local produce, wines, ciders, and craft beers under shady trees.

As the region changes from green to red as the leaves turn and fall it’s a busy time for festivals as everything cools once more, with Rock the Turf, Festival of the Falling Leaf, Tumut MTB’s 3 Hour Enduro, and the Snowy Valleys Cycle Challenge all take place.

Batlow CiderFest is celebrated in May, closing the main street as visitors sample ciders and craft beer from local makers and those across the country.

With so many reasons to visit, no matter the time of year, we’re sure we’ll see you soon. The Snowy Valleys, always in season.

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