Month: October 2024

Christmas In The Highlands Is Coming To Town

Christmas In The Highlands Is Coming To Town

Get ready for an even bigger celebration as Christmas in the Highlands returns to Glen Innes on Friday, 29 November 2024! This key event in the Glen Innes Town Centre will fill Grey Street with festive cheer, inviting residents and visitors to kick off the holiday season in the Glen Innes Highlands. Glen Innes Severn Council Mayor Margot Davis said, “Christmas in the Highlands is not just a highlight of the year for Glen Innes Severn; it’s a vibrant celebration of community spirit and shared prosperity. This festive season provides a unique opportunity for us to come together, embrace our traditions, and strengthen the…
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Australia Day 2025 Awards Nominations Now Open

Australia Day 2025 Awards Nominations Now Open

Nominations are now open for the 2025 Australia Day Awards. Each year the Glen Innes Severn Council Australia Day Committee proudly presents several awards at an Australia Day ceremony to recognise the voluntary achievements of fellow citizens, community groups and community events by acknowledging their outstanding contribution to our community through service or community work, or through individual dedication and contribution to a particular group or the whole community, during any period of time. Each award recipient is presented with an Australia Day Council Plaque and Certificate of Recognition. The categories for the 2025 Australia Day Awards are: Citizen Of…
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Call For Community To Get Involved In ‘Get In Here’ Campaign

Call For Community To Get Involved In ‘Get In Here’ Campaign

Glen Innes Severn Council is excited to announce its new Get In Here campaign, showcasing the real heart of Glen Innes Highlands, and is calling on the community to help bring it to life. Council is seeking expressions of interest from residents, businesses, community groups and passionate locals who want to be featured in the campaign’s photography and videography. This is a chance to represent the people and spirit that make Glen Innes Highlands unique. Glen Innes Severn Council Director of Place and Growth Gayleen Burley said, “The Get In here campaign is an opportunity for locals to shine a light on their stories…
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Applications Re-Open For Rural Roadside Signs

Applications Re-Open For Rural Roadside Signs

Applications have reopened for the Rural Roadside Sign Project funded by the Australian Government, and Glen Innes Severn Council is inviting residents to apply by 12 December 2024. The roadside signs are designed with enhanced visibility features, including reflective materials that ensure they stand out in low-light conditions. This added visibility is crucial during emergencies, allowing first responders to reach residents more quickly. Key Benefits of Rural Roadside Signs: Enhanced Night Visibility: Reflective design for improved visibility at night. Improved Safety: Facilitates quicker response times for emergency services. Easier Access for Deliveries: Helps delivery drivers find properties without confusion. Residents living within a speed…
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