Following increasing feral pig numbers across the Northern Tablelands, land managers and others working around pigs are encouraged to remain aware of potential animal and human health risks. NSW wildlife disease surveillance programs have identified exposure to Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV), brucellosis and leptospirosis in feral pigs. While the risk to the general public remains low, people working in agriculture and related industries may have a higher level of exposure. Glen Innes Severn remains a NSW Health designated area where free Japanese encephalitis (JE) vaccination is available for eligible people. Speak with your doctor or local pharmacist for more information. Read more…
Field maintenance at Glen Innes Rugby Park will soon be a lot easier with the Elks securing $108,000 in funding for an irrigation system. The funding was awarded to the club through the NSW Rugby World Cup Legacy program which is aimed at increasing inclusion and participation through improving infrastructure and facilities. Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan supported the club’s application. “The Glen Innes Elks are a small but proud rugby union club with a strong supporter base and hardworking volunteers,” Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan said. “The Elks’ home ground suffers a large amount of wear and…
Glen Innes Leo’s programme is sponsored by the Lions Club and offers an opportunity for young people in the community to: help others through organised and productive activities provide an opportunity for young people to develop leadership abilities foster an awareness on the part of Leo’s for others less fortunate than themselves Leo’s Clubs are for males and females and range from 12-35 years. Alpha Leo’s are aged between 12 – 18 years. Omega Leo’s are from 19 – 35 years. Glen Innes Leo’s are an “Alpha” Club. The first Leo’s Club in Australia was formed in Ingham Qld in…
To the Editor, I would like to raise an issue that I believe deserves far greater attention within our community — the lack of in-person trade and vocational courses available through Glen Innes TAFE. My husband and I moved to Glen Innes nearly five years ago and are raising three teenagers here. Our two older sons completed their apprenticeships and trade qualifications on the Central Coast of NSW, and through that experience we saw firsthand how important accessible vocational education is for young people. While we understand that rural communities cannot always offer the same level of services as larger…
A major renewable energy proposal on the western edge of Glen Innes has officially entered the public exhibition phase, giving residents, neighbouring landholders and local businesses the opportunity to review plans and provide feedback before any determination is made by council. The Development Application — DA-22-26 / PAN-617188 — has been lodged on behalf of Green Gold Energy Pty Ltd and proposes the construction of a commercial-scale solar installation, an inverter together with an associated eight Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). The proposed development site is located along the western approach to town beside the Gwydir Highway, covering Lots 59,…
On Friday 1st May, 50 Glen Innes High School students from Years 10, 11 and 12 attended the Open Day at the University of New England. The day was extremely well organised, with a busy and engaging schedule that allowed students to choose from a wide range of tours, demonstrations and displays showcasing the many courses on offer and the careers they can lead to. Students explored a variety of faculties including Agriculture, Science and Technology, Medicine, Nursing, Business, Psychology, Physics, Chemistry, Aquatic Ecology, Natural Sciences, Education and Sport. This gave students valuable insight into both study options and future…
It’s good to see at least one councilor (Councilor David Scott) thinking outside the square and expressing it publicly to the whole community for evaluation. I of course refer to the Editorial in the Glen Innes News dated 2 April re the proposed relocation of the Council Offices – that is, Council Offices relocated to the library, the library to the Dimmy’s building and the Art Gallery to the old Council Offices. The option Councilor Scott outlined as above, and the reasonings behind it, definitely should be further investigated. It would certainly place some Council services (library & arts gallery)…
