Month: May 2026

May
20
2026
By Newsroom

Letter to the Editor

Letters To The Editor
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…
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May
20
2026
By David Scott
Solar and Battery Proposal Opens for Public Exhibition.

Solar and Battery Proposal Opens for Public Exhibition.

Council, Local News, Rural
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,…
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May
19
2026
By Julie Wright
Students visit UNE at Armidale

Students visit UNE at Armidale

Local News, School News
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…
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May
18
2026
By Newsroom

Letter to the Editor

Letters To The Editor
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)…
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May
18
2026
By Newsroom
Another Strong Year for Glen Innes Show

Another Strong Year for Glen Innes Show

Local News, Rural
The 2026 Glen Innes Show has been hailed a success, with strong community support and a high standard of competition across all sections. The Show Committee has extended its thanks to the many volunteers who contributed to the event, particularly the Stewards whose time and expertise ensure the smooth running of each section. Chief Stewards for 2026 were: Fiona Meyer, Charles Kiehne, Terry TeVelde, Emily Burton, Ashleigh & Bronson Baker, Sal Molesworth & Phil Lynn, Rachael Constable and Scott Miller, Lincon Gill, Michelle Hancock, Kris Trow, Daniel McIntyre & Steph Winter, Kurt Parker, John Newsome, Gordon McBain, Peter Trow, Brian…
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May
16
2026
By Newsroom
Glen Innes and Severn ANZAC Weekend, 2026

Glen Innes and Severn ANZAC Weekend, 2026

Local News,
Dawn was sometime off when we arrived at the Glen Innes cemetery at about 4:30am on ANZAC Day to remember and pay our respects to all those who served in protecting our great country. There was an autumn chill in the air, and the rum and coffee being served near the fire was welcome indeed! Even this early in the morning, parking was quite a distance away. Once again, the Dawn Service was exceptionally well attended by people of all ages. The Royal Australian Air Force’s Number 76 Squadron was represented by their Operations Officer, Flying Office Jacky Chan, and…
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May
15
2026
By Newsroom
Reddestone Wind Farm

Reddestone Wind Farm

Local News, Rural
A drop in session was held at the Highlands Hub on Thursday 7 and Friday 8 May. Conducted by Iberdrola Australia as part of project feasibility investigations, this initial community engagement was for a potential windfarm located approximately 10km west of Glen Innes on the Waterloo range. The proposed area, outlined in red in the above map, occupies approximately 1900ha of land with black dash at 2km buffer and blue dash at 5km buffer with most current dwellings indicated by yellow boxes. The drop-in session was essentially a meet and greet and to pass information onto interested persons. A series…
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May
14
2026
By Eve Chappell
Our Local History: Reg O’Keefe – the ‘Big Fella’.

Our Local History: Reg O’Keefe – the ‘Big Fella’.

Local News
With permission I quote from an article John Hamilton wrote about Reg O’Keefe in The Glen Innes Examiner 15 March 1990. ‘Reg O’Keefe strode over the league scene like a Colossus in a career which spanned 27 seasons and saw Reg pull on his boots for an incredible 578 A grade matches. The stories of his heroic deeds on the football fields of the New England area number almost as many as the games he played. Reg’s 6ft frame carried almost 15 stone of great strength. Perhaps the fact that he was at his peak during the height of the…
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