January 2025 – Glen Innes News

Jan

31

2025

A Feast for Foodies: The 23rd Gourmet Fiesta at the Glen Innes Show!

Local NewsGlen Innes Show, Gourmet Fiesta, Matt Golinski

Food lovers, mark your calendars! The 23rd Gourmet Fiesta will dazzle taste buds and ignite culinary inspiration at the Glen Innes Show on February 14th and 15th. This milestone event promises to be a sensational celebration of local food, drink, and craft, with a star-studded lineup and plenty to sip, savour, and enjoy. Back by popular demand is the beloved and renowned guest chef, Matt Golinski! Known for his flair for turning regional ingredients into unforgettable dishes, Matt will once again grace the fiesta stage with his vibrant cooking demonstrations. Who can’t forget that magnificent ratatouille that he whipped up…

Jan

30

2025

By Eve Chappell

Our History – Flour Mills

Local NewsBen Lomond, Dundee, Land of the Beardies Museum, Our Local History, Stonehenge

Eating damper slathered with butter and dripping deliciously with golden syrup, (known as Cocky’s Joy) as part of the education programme led by Cheryl Muldoon is a treat enjoyed by some of the school groups visiting the Land of the Beardies Museum. Damper was a staple of early settlers’ diet - however it was nowhere near as edible as today – fresh butter being a rarity and certainly not made with today’s refined white flour! Early supplies of the basic rations - flour, salt, sugar & tea were reliant on slow bullock wagons & it took months to replenish stocks…

Jan

29

2025

By Newsroom

Council Works Program – Period Ending Friday 7th February 2025

Council, Local NewsCouncil Works Schedule, Glen Innes Severn Council

The following works are scheduled in the period ending Friday 7 February 2025 subject to weather conditions and unforeseen delays: Jetpatching in the Glen Innes Township, Old Grafton Road and Maybole Road; General street sweeping around the Glen Innes Township; The Roads Construction Crew will be working with the Drainage Crew at Glen Innes Airport; Maintenance grading is scheduled for Nutrition Station Road, Smiths Road, Shannon Vale Road, Skeleton Creek Road, Browns Road, Ten Mile Road (Morven end) and Glen Elgin Road; The Bridge Team are working on Coxs Road; The Heavy Patching Crew will be undertaking urban heavy patching a various…

Jan

29

2025

By Susie Snodgrass

Tai Chi – The Gentle Martial Art For Everyone

Local NewsBlue Sapphire Caravan Park, Cathy Sexton, Girl Guides Hall

That includes You! Tai Chi has been practiced in China for thousands of years and has a dedicated following here in Glen Innes. Each Wednesday, from 10.00am to 11.00 am, in the East Avenue Guide Hall, Cathy Sexton uses her extensive knowledge of this exercise form, teaching participants the Sun Lu-Tang form. Cathy moved from Queensland to Glen Innes with her husband, Chris,18 years ago and purchased The Blue Sapphire Caravan Park. After the local Tai Chi teacher left Glen Innes, Cathy decided to use her skills to offer Tai Chi classes to the community for approximately 4 years. Now…

Jan

28

2025

By Newsroom

Australia Day 2025 in Pinkett and Glen Innes

Local NewsAustralia Day, Glen Innes High School, Glen Innes Severn Council, GLENRAC, Golden Age of Broadway, Pinkett

On Australia Day a free breakfast was held at the Pinkett Hall where over 150 people attended. Later in the morning the Glen Innes & District Services Club hosted a free morning tea followed by the presentation of awards to local citizens and organisations who have made significant contributions to our local community. A citizenship ceremony was also held where two new Australian Citizens were welcomed by the local community. All attendees were also invited to make an Australian citizenship pledge. The Australia Day Ambassador this year was Peter Herbert who has had a long and significant career in the…

Jan

27

2025

By Raelene Watson

January Update from Glen Innes Art Gallery Inc

Local NewsGlen Innes Art Gallery Inc

The gallery had a successful Glen Innes High School exhibition in December following from the Glen Innes Severn Library’s 70th birthday celebrations. Our next exhibition is The Australian Summer, any medium. Entries will be taken on Tuesday 28th January between 10 and 12 at the gallery. The gala opening will be held on Saturday 1st February at 4pm. Everyone is welcome. We have been working on the Fine Arts Section of the Glen Innes Show and thanks to the Glen Innes Mens’ Shed, we have had the easels updated with new mesh and hessian to give it a nice clean…

Jan

26

2025

By Newsroom

Deepwater Races Celebrate 160 Years of Tradition with a Day of Racing and Community

Local News, SportsDeepwater, Deepwater Cup, Deepwater Jockey Club, Fashions on the Field

The Deepwater Races marked a significant milestone on Saturday, celebrating 160 years of horse racing. The event is recognised as one of Australia’s longest-running racing events. The day included a multi-race program catering to both experienced punters and casual spectators. Food vendors were available to provide a variety of options, and a full bar service kept drinks flowing throughout the event. It was a chance for families and friends to come together and enjoy the day. The Fashions on the Field competition was also held, giving attendees the opportunity to dress up and compete for prizes. The competition added a…

Jan

25

2025

By Megan Redfern

Well-Deserved Success For Local Singer/Songwriter Matt Scullion

Local NewsMatt Scullion, Tamworth Country Music Festival

A few weeks ago, Glen Innes News brought to readers’ attention that local singer and songwriter, Matt Scullion was up for a number of awards at the Tamworth Country Music Festival. He was hoping for recognition for the song he’d written about national living treasure, Ted Egan, called ‘Beer Box Man’. As a community, we were wishing him all the best. Fast forward to the iconic yearly gathering of country music greats and Matt is on a high after garnering three awards. As he says, he’s struggling to wipe the smile off his face! Although they’re all special to him,…

Jan

24

2025

By Graham Price

Golf Wrap-Up

Local News, SportsCec Judge Jug

Wednesday Medley A great field of 38 players enjoyed a medley stableford on Wednesday. Winner was Dom Grob with 38 points on a count back from Danny Lightfoot.from Jason Duffell with 38. Best placed lady golfer was Shirley Bruce with 32 points. Ladies golf resumes on Wednesday 22nd January. Wednesday saw the introduction of a new format instead of the normal nearest the pins. Super six involves the random pick of 6 holes done by the computer. The best score over these 6 holes wins the majority of the normal pro Pin and nearest the pins the second place receives…

Jan

22

2025

By Newsroom

Small Town Magic: The rise, rise and rise of the Men’s Shed Market

Local NewsCountry Womens Association, Glen Innes Mens Shed, Glen Innes Showgrounds

Once upon a time, in a charming country town, the local car boot market was a humble monthly affair. But three passionate locals (Jude, Jane and Flick) saw its potential to become so much more. With a sprinkle of imagination and a more than a dash of determination, they transformed the modest event into a bustling farmers, producers, and craft market that now draws locals and visitors alike. On the 4th Saturday of the month, from 8am to 1pm, the Glen Innes Showground comes alive with up to 60 stalls. What began with a handful of determined vendors has blossomed…