RFS declares start of Bush Fire Danger Period in Northern Tablelands
The Bush Fire Danger Period (BFDP) begins in the Northern Tablelands on 1st August 2026 and the RFS is urging residents to prepare now. The RFS today announced 3... Read more.
Record-breaking farewell for Kayden
Saturday’s Australian Standing Stones parkrun was a particularly memorable event, as local athlete Kayden Elliott completed his final run before leaving to attend... Read more.
Sydney excursion inspires young artists and designers
A group of Year 11 Design and Technology and Visual Arts students travelled by train to Sydney for an action-packed week exploring art, design, technology and tertiary... Read more.
Local Allied Health Providers Needed to Support Students
Glen Innes High School is seeking local allied health professionals and organisations willing to provide work placements for a dedicated group of Year 11 students.... Read more.
The Flip Program
Women with Big Ideas Invited to Join Free Business Program Women across the Glen Innes region with an innovative business idea are being encouraged to apply for... Read more.
Teapots, Teapots and more Teapots
There was a great attendance for the opening of the Glen Innes Art Gallery’s “Teapot Show” on the 4th July. Many people and many Teapots, from... Read more.
Top of the Range Murray Grey Sale
Despite challenging seasonal conditions across the Glen Innes district, the annual Top of the Range Sale delivered a strong result, highlighting continued confidence... Read more.
Rebuild the Guild
Glen Innes showed its strong community spirit last weekend as the Glen Innes Musicians’ Society (GIMS) launched Rebuild the Guild to a fantastic reception at the... Read more.
Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, Hi from the other side of the world. My parents have been sending me your editorials, which I’ve been reading with great interest. I was born... Read more.
Alyssa Montgomery to visit Library
USA Today Bestselling author and winner of the 2025 Romance Book of the Year (RUBY) award for long contemporary romance “Return to Hope Creek”, Alyssa J. Montgomery... Read more.
NAIDOC week coming up
NAIDOC week in Ngarabul Country celebrations commence Sunday 5th July. Please see below … ... Read more.
Letter to the Editor
Sir, No doubt there were many who, like me, questioned who authorised the two blank pages of the centerspread in issue 38 of the NEWS, naturally assuming it would... Read more.
STUDENTS FROM THE BIG LIFT VOLUNTEER IN DEEPWATER
On its 16th Winter Trip, The Big Lift from the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is setting itself across regional New South Wales and Queensland on a mission... Read more.
Army Band to Perform on Wednesday in Glen
The Australian Army Band Newcastle will be delivering a special one-off performance on Wednesday 1 July from 12 noon till 1pm at the Glen Innes Town Hall. This... Read more.
Glen Innes News General Meeting
Glen Innes News Needs You! Have you ever thought about getting involved in our local newspaper? As Glen Innes News continues to grow, so does our need for enthusiastic... Read more.
Council meeting of 18 June 26
Council Adopts 2026-27 Budget and Long-Term Financial Plan Glen Innes Severn Council has adopted its 2026-27 Operational Plan and Budget, confirming the first stage... Read more.
A note from the Traction Club
WHAT A DAY! What a day indeed! New England Heritage Traction Club held their first Open Day for the Historic Glen Innes Brickworks. The public voiced their appreciation... Read more.
Council submission to New England North West SRITP
Below is Council Press Release and Submission... Read more.
Glen Innes Lions
The annual Celtic Festival, which draws a myriad of visitors to our town, is also the major fundraiser for the Glen Innes LIONS. The Glen Innes LIONS club have been... Read more.
Brickworks Open Day
A fantastic day at the Glen Innes Brickworks Open Day... Read more.
Brick Works Open Day
Like many regional towns growing with settlement Glen Innes had a need for fired bricks. The Willis family name gets a mention as brick makers in the 1870’s and... Read more.
Meet the Biosecurity Officer
Residents are invited to a practical weeds information session hosted by the Glen Innes Severn Council Biosecurity Officer on 12 June from 11am–1pm at the Glen... Read more.
Tennis
Tennis might be a summer sport but the Glen Innes & District Tennis Association is still very active over the winter months. Junior Hot Shots sessions are... Read more.
GLENRAC welcomes funding for Innovative Farming Forecaster Project
GLENRAC Inc has welcomed the recent announcement of more than $1.7 million in funding for Landcare programs across the Northern Tablelands under the NSW Government’s... Read more.
Introducing Miss Remington
Astute readers of this esteemed publication may recently have noted the addition of an Australian Red Kelpie in our hallowed pages and online Introducing Miss Remington.... Read more.
NESSA Students Excel at Eisteddfod
Students from the New England Stage and Screen Academy (NESSA) are celebrating a wonderful run of success at this year’s Armidale Eisteddfod speech and drama competitions.... Read more.
Walkers Pass Through Glen Innes Severn on Journey to Myall Creek
A small group of four walkers passed through the northern reaches of the Glen Innes Severn region this week as part of a 474-kilometre commemorative journey from... Read more.
48.3% Rate Rise Approved by IPART
Council’s press release of 2 June 2026 Read IPART’s decision here:... Read more.
A New Chapter for East Avenue Medical Centre
East Avenue Medical Centre is entering an exciting new chapter as the practice continues to grow and evolve to better serve the Glen Innes community and surrounding... Read more.
Job opportunities for the upcoming Census in our area
Residents across the Glen Innes Severn region are being encouraged to apply for flexible local jobs connected with the upcoming Australian Census, after concerns... Read more.
Biggest Morning Tea at the Bowlo
The Glen Innes Bowling Club hosted the Cancer Council’s Biggest Morning Tea on 28 May, attracting around 130 guests from across the district in what proved... Read more.
Lotus Roar at Lions Park
About 20 brave locals took on the cool breeze, to have their hearts warmed, as they met the Queensland Lotus Club. The club returned briefly to Glen Innes for... Read more.
Amazing Abstract at the Art Gallery
Back by popular demand from last year’s highly successful ABSTRACT ART exhibition, the grand opening of the “AMAZING ABSTRACT” exhibition, hosted by the Glen... Read more.
Have your say to Transport for NSW
Residents of the New England region are being encouraged to have their say on the future of transport, with Transport for NSW bringing its consultation team to Glen... Read more.
Health Precautions Around Feral Pigs
Following increasing feral pig numbers across the Northern Tablelands, land managers and others working around pigs are encouraged to remain aware of potential animal... Read more.
COUNCIL BACKS NATIONAL CAMPAIGN TO PROTECT REGIONAL BANKING SERVICES
Latest Press release from Council can be found here.... Read more.
FUNDING FLOWS IN FOR FIELD IMPROVEMENTS
Field maintenance at Glen Innes Rugby Park will soon be a lot easier with the Elks securing $108,000 in funding for an irrigation system. The funding was awarded... Read more.
Glen Innes Leos – 40 Years Young
Glen Innes Leo’s programme is sponsored by the Lions Club and offers an opportunity for young people in the community to: help others through organised and productive... Read more.
Windfarm Action Group Meets
The Reddestone Wind Farm Action Group is to meet Friday 22nd May, 5pm Remembrance Room, Services Club... Read more.
Letter 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... Read more.
Letter 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... Read more.