Six new 30-metre parking bays in Adaminaby are now complete, marking a significant win for road safety and local tourism.
A collaborative effort between Snowy Hydro and Snowy Monaro Regional Council, with state and federal government funding, the dedicated areas allow drivers to take advantage of the town’s amenities while enjoying rest and meal breaks.
Snowy Hydro Head of Social Impact and Community Sarah Norris said these bays provided a perfect stopover opportunity for Snowy 2.0 workers, Kosciuszko National Park visitors, fishing and winter snow sport enthusiasts alike.
“We all know that with winter approaching, it’s best to take it slow in ice and snow while driving in the region,” she said.
“These bays are crucial for not only our workforce and sub-contractors but the wider community – and it’s an initiative that we were delighted to support.”
Ms Norris said Snowy 2.0 had injected more than $20 million into Adaminaby’s economy since kicking off in 2017.
Ms Norris said Snowy had also invested more than $70,000 to support year-round tourism and local events alone in the town through its Community Grants Program and the Snowy STEM Academy Fund.
- Adaminaby Public School: Updated sports oval equipment and Local School STEM fund ($19,072)
- Adaminaby Community Action Group: Development of a concept design for Seymour Park ($9,999)
- Adaminaby Jockey Club: Support for annual Adaminaby Races ($20,000 since 2023)
- Snowy Scheme Museum collection ($12,524 – including 75th anniversary grant)
- Lake Eucumbene Chamber of Commerce: Upgrade to the Adaminaby information display to enhance visitor experience ($10,200).
“We fully recognise the pivotal role this town, its infrastructure and its people have played in the Snowy story since the original Scheme’s first blast in 1949,” she said.
“This community remains important to our operations today and will continue to do so well into the future as we deliver Australia’s largest renewable energy project.”