Snowy Mountains Scheme - Touring AustraliaIn Cooma you can visit the Snowy Hydro Information and Education Centre. In 1949, The Snowy Mountains hydroelectricity and irrigation complex was built, creating 7 power stations and 16 major dams. Digging through mountains, the complex uses some 145 kms of trans-mountain tunnels and 80 kms of aqueducts. 2 of the power stations are underground. A tremendous achievement of its time, it marks the post war era in Australia.Cooma NSW: It began growing as the centre of the Monaro Grasslands, where a thriving sheep and cattle industry emerged. After World War II, Cooma was at the centre of the Snowy Mountains Hydro-electric Scheme, supporting the thousands of workers who came from all over the world to work here. Cooma is still regarded as one of the most multi-cultural towns in rural Australia. Description: Outside the Snowy Hydro Information and Education Centre. On the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales you can find accommodation to suit almost any budget.Mountain resorts set in stunning locations, hotels near the snowfields, charming bed & breakfasts, caravan parks, serviced apartments, camping, pub stays, homesteads and holiday lettings are all available. During winter (June - August) the snow fields become ever popular, so it is important to book ahead. Enquire at the Cooma Visitors Information Centre about the many national parks, activities, things to do, camp sites and picnic areas, lakes, unique flora and fauna in the Snowy Mountains, Capital Country and on the Sapphire Coast. 119 Sharp Street, Cooma. Phone +061 2 6450 1742. Find NSW Hotels Hotels in New South Wales. | 
