December 2024 – Glen Innes News

Dec

31

2024

New Year’s Eve, or Hogmanay

Local NewsHogmanay

Australians will be celebrating New Year’s Eve by staying up until midnight and letting off fireworks – or maybe just getting an early night and sleeping through it all. It’s interesting to know that our Scottish cousins will be doing similar things, although there are some special traditional celebrations that might seem a little surprising to us. In Scotland, New Year’s Eve is known as Hogmanay, from the Scots language, or Oidhche Challain in Gaelic. Many parts of Scotland, particularly the islands to the west and north, continued to use the Julian calendar for a century or more after the…

Dec

30

2024

By Megan Redfern

Four Tamworth Awards Nominations For Local Muso

Local NewsGlencoe, Matt Scullion, Tamworth Country Music Awards, Tamworth Country Music Festival

Glencoe resident and musician, Matt Scullion, has been nominated for four awards at the Tamworth Country Music Festival in January 2025, two of them in the People’s Choice and two in the Tamworth Songwriter’s Association Awards. The nominations are for a song he wrote and recorded about Northern Territory icon, Ted Egan. Matt’s song, Beer Box Man, documents Ted’s musical journey. When Matt originally opted to write a song about Ted, he re-read his autobiography, Outback Songman: My Life, and also met with the legendary Alice Springs resident. Matt found that there were so many aspects to Ted and his…

Dec

26

2024

By David Scott

Emmaville Mining Museum Hours Change, A Callout For Volunteers

Local NewsEmmaville, Emmaville Mining Museum

The Emmaville Mining Museum is a true gem (if you’ll pardon the pun) of the tourist experiences that are offered in the Glen Innes area. The dream of the late Mr and Mrs Jack Curnow, who bequeathed a vast mineral collection to the Emmaville community, was the hope of opening a museum in the town. These days the museum is also home to the Jillet, Gilbey, Ellis, Schumacher, Trethewey, Hermann and Maskey collections. In all, there are over 4,000 mineral and gem specimens as well as a General Store museum, a replica blacksmith’s shop, and an old wood-fired bakery. The…

Dec

25

2024

By Newsroom

Merry Christmas from Glen Innes News!

Local NewsGlen Innes News

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all our readers for your incredible support. Your feedback and encouragement have meant the world to us. From our team to yours, we wish you a joyful Christmas filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments. Here’s to a safe and happy New Year for everyone in our wonderful Glen Innes community! Warmest wishes, The Glen Innes News Team

Dec

25

2024

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Glen Innes Celebrates with Free Christmas Community Lunch

Local NewsGlen Innes Christmas Day Community Lunch, Glen Innes Town Hall

The Glen Innes Town Hall will once again host the annual Christmas Day meal, a heartwarming tradition led by Astrid Scheer and her family. Starting at 11:30 am, the event promises an abundance of food, gifts, and festive cheer, welcoming everyone in the community. Each year, this beloved gathering serves an average of 150 people, with additional preparations ensuring no one goes without. No RSVP is required, making it easy for anyone to join in the festivities. The event, now in its twelfth year, originally began in the Girl Guide hut on East Avenue. However, as the number of attendees…

Dec

25

2024

By Newsroom

A Christmas Message From Local Church Leaders

Local News

We approached the leaders of churches in the Glen Innes region and asked them to provide a Christmas message - here they are ‘God, I don’t get it … I don’t get You …’ Ever felt like that? Asked God that? I have. Facing another heartbreaking drought … Standing at an open grave … Stunned at the specialist results … a phone call that changes everything … Mary and Joseph must have asked those questions. A week’s travel to Bethlehem. And Mary was 9 months. A donkey for Mary? The Bible doesn’t say. No room in the inn. And no…

Dec

24

2024

By Newsroom

Christmas Lights Competition Winners Announced

Local NewsChristmas Lights

The much-anticipated results of the Christmas Lights competition have been announced. Thanks to the generosity of numerous local sponsors, this year’s event includes fantastic prizes for standout displays. Prizes have been awarded for first, second, and third place in three categories: small display, medium display, and large display. Large 1st - 12 Mossman St - 70 votes 2nd - 162 Herbert St - 29 votes 3rd - 2 Surrey Park Ct - 25 votes Medium 1st - 14 Scott St - 82 votes 2nd - 31 Robinson Ave - 40 votes 3rd - 53 Abbott St - 17 votes Small…

Dec

24

2024

By Pamela O'Neill

A Few Celtic Christmas Traditions

Local News

There are many Christmas traditions that are particular to one or more of the Celtic regions. Obviously, none of them goes back beyond the Christian period, which we can say started in the Celtic regions around the fourth century. It is likely that, before Christianity, and indeed during its earliest period, the Celtic regions celebrated midwinter in various ways, and some of those celebrations have probably been absorbed into Christian traditions. The practice of placing a ring of holly on a front door may have started in Ireland. Holly was one of the main plants that flourished at Christmas time…

Dec

23

2024

By Newsroom

Warm And Sunny Weather for Christmas

Local News

Residents of Glen Innes and surrounding areas can expect warm and sunny conditions for Christmas Day and Boxing Day, perfect for enjoying the festive season outdoors. Christmas Day The day will begin with a minimum of 9°C, rising to a comfortable maximum of 28°C under clear, sunny skies. Boxing Day Temperatures will edge slightly higher on Boxing Day, starting at 11°C and peaking at 30°C, with sunny weather continuing. Both days offer ideal conditions for outdoor activities, whether celebrating with family or enjoying a quiet day in the sun. Remember to stay sun-safe and hydrated during the warmest parts of…

Dec

23

2024

By Newsroom

Christmas Cards Spreading Christmas Sparkle

Local NewsRed Range, Red Range Public School, RFBI

Royal Freemasons’ Benevolent Institution (RFBI) is delighted to announce the successful conclusion of its 2024 Annual Christmas Card Competition. This year, RFBI proudly awarded 37 winners with cards and prizes, celebrating their outstanding artistic contributions. Intergenerational programs are known to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of older people and this unique program has proven to be a fun and effective way for local students and RFBI residents to come together and share stories. 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of the program and it remains a key favourite with all the residents. The theme for this year’s competition was…