Glen Innes Severn Council is inviting the community to a special Harmony Day event on 21 March 2025, celebrating the region’s rich cultural diversity and fostering inclusivity. With almost 20 per cent of local residents born overseas, the event will provide an opportunity for the community to come together, share traditions and appreciate the many cultures that contribute to the identity of the Glen Innes Severn area. Mayor Margot Davis highlighted the importance of the event in recognising the contributions of diverse backgrounds to the community. “Our community is enriched by people from diverse backgrounds, and Harmony Day is a…
Community forums I met with leaders from the Glen Innes community last week to discuss healthcare and community safety. It was great to catch-up and chat about those important topics. Glen Innes Show The Glen Innes Show was a fantastic success last month. Held over three days, people came from all over the area to attend. It was excellent to wander around and talk with attendees as well as see everything on offer. Congratulations to the Glen Innes Show Society for holding such a wonderful event, it truly is the ‘Royal of the North’. Proposal to split the Hunter New…
The gallery had a wonderful exhibition with Australian Summer. Now, we have a spectacular exhibition that opened on March 10th, ‘Absolutely Abstract’ and the only thing I can say is, it is absolutely spectacular! We have new exhibitors in both painting and pottery. There are very large entries that are interesting. The colours in all the artworks are amazing! Some of our regular exhibitors have tested themselves and worked outside their comfort zone with fabulous results. Our gala, scheduled for 8th March, was postponed due to the weather. Check out our Facebook page for updates www.facebook.com/gleninnesartgallery This exhibit runs until…
On Thursday 6th March Glen Innes Severn Council held a roundtable meeting to discuss community concerns about crime and vandalism that has affected several local businesses over recent months and years. The meeting was proposed in response to a petition that was signed by a large number of Glen Innes businesses and employees urging Council to install CCTV cameras throughout the Glen Innes CBD, allowing perpetrators to be identified and to provide evidence of crimes to assist with successful prosecution. The crimes have caused significant stress to business owners in addition to significant costs involved in repairing doors, windows and…
Residents across the Hunter and New England regions are being encouraged to share their views on a proposed restructure of the local health district. Submissions are now open for the inquiry into the Health Services Amendment (Splitting of the Hunter New England Health District) Bill 2025, which seeks to divide the existing Hunter New England Local Health District into two separate entities—the Hunter Local Health District and the New England Northwest Local Health District. The Bill has been referred to the Legislative Assembly Committee on Community Services, which will examine how the proposed changes would be implemented, along with the…
Trees played a major part in the development of our area – the term ‘blazing a trail’ literally meant carving marks into trees to indicate the best route over unknown terrain for horsemen or bullock wagons; as well, marked trees could indicate the perimeters of early holdings. Our present roads, though now much modified, generally followed the inevitable rough tracks. A leasehold system of property tenure was brought in here in 1848. As Sommerlad wrote in The Land of the Beardies in 1922: “Prior to 1847 the pastoral industry in this district in common with all districts ‘outside the boundaries…
It was a solid yarding at Tuesday’s sheep and lamb sale, with a total of 922 head penned. The majority of the offering presented in good condition, with well-covered sheep and lambs dominating the yard. Store types were in limited supply, and while all regular buyers were in attendance, competition for restocker lambs remained subdued. Heavyweight crossbred lambs (58kg+) led the market, reaching a top of $230 per head. Trade-weight crossbreds (50-57kg) held firm, ranging from $192.50 to $206 per head. Medium-weight lambs (45-50kg) with good cover made from $157.50 to $191 per head. Lighter, well-framed store crossbred lambs topped…
Glen Innes Severn Council has approved the sale of part of 146-148 Church Street, Glen Innes, to New England CT Pty Ltd, a locally owned family business committed to improving regional healthcare. The sale will facilitate the establishment of a state-of-the-art CT scanning facility and accommodation for healthcare workers. The initiative aims to provide better access to essential medical services for the community while creating an environment that attracts and retains skilled professionals in the area. The investment in infrastructure and services by the purchaser of the property is expected to generate employment opportunities and reinforce Glen Innes Severn as…
The St Joseph’s Parents and Friends (P&F) Committee is inviting the community to a day of fun, fundraising, and friendly competition at the St Joseph’s Family Fun Golf Day. The event will take place on Sunday, 23rd March 2025, at the Glen Innes Golf Club, promising entertainment for all ages. Participants are encouraged to form Ambrose teams of four to compete for exciting prizes, take part in novelty events, and enjoy a social day on the greens. The event caters to both experienced golfers and those new to the game, with a variety of activities planned for non-golfers as well.…
The Glen Innes community now has the opportunity to preview the much-anticipated $50 million hospital redevelopment, with a newly released fly-through video offering a virtual tour of the future facility. The New South Wales Government has committed $50 million to the redevelopment, ensuring the hospital is equipped with modern and refurbished facilities to meet the evolving healthcare needs of the region. An animation showcasing the hospital’s new design has been released alongside the schematic plans, and community members are invited to share their feedback at upcoming information sessions in April. Planning and design work is progressing, with the redevelopment set…
