Letter to the Editor
I want to express my support for David Scott’s recent editorial encouraging Glen Innes to think creatively about how we use our existing assets. His piece treats... Read more.
Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor, Congratulations on an excellent Editorial published in the Edition on 2nd April re the proposed relocation of Council Offices. I believe that Council... Read more.
Letter to the Editor
Hi David, Congratulations on a lovely publication. What a difference in colour this makes. Hopefully the funds donation-wise and in advertisements will allow more... Read more.
Rail Revival
Dear Editor: Congrats on the Glen Innes News. For context, I’m not a local, but often stop at Glen Innes to enjoy a coffee, whilst commuting between Armidale... Read more.
Water Supply Update
Glen Innes Severn Council is continuing to closely monitor water levels at Beardy Weir as dry conditions persist across the region, with current Level 2 water restrictions... Read more.
New Leadership for Glen Innes RSL Sub-branch
The Glen Innes RSL Sub Branch is entering a new chapter, with incoming President Lew Crothers introducing himself to members, veterans and the wider community, and... Read more.
ELKS SECURE FUNDING FOR SEATING UPGRADE
Spectators at the Glen Innes Elks home fixtures will now have somewhere to sit and enjoy the spectacle with Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan delivering... Read more.
New Leadership for Glen Innes RSL Sub Branch Signals Strong Future Focus
The Glen Innes RSL Sub Branch is entering a new chapter, with incoming President Lew Crothers introducing himself to members, veterans and the wider community, and... Read more.
Easter Church Services
Churches across Glen Innes are preparing to welcome the community for Easter services, with a range of Good Friday and Easter Sunday gatherings planned. At St Patrick’s... Read more.
Cameron Art Group Exhibition at Gawura Gallery
An exhibition by the Cameron Art Group at the Gawura Gallery (9979 New England Highway – just on the southern outskirts of town) is showcasing a diverse... Read more.
Extra splash of summer as pool season extended
Glen Innes locals aren’t quite done with swimming season yet, with Council confirming an extension for the Glen Innes Aquatic Centre into April. Instead of closing... Read more.
LOCAL ARTISANS READY FOR SEASONS OF NEW ENGLAND EXPO THIS WEEKEND
Uralla may be home to just 2,728 people, but on 28 and 29 March the town will welcome visitors from across Australia, with the Seasons of New England Expo tipped... Read more.
School of Arts Pilot Project – Submissions Open
Glen Innes Severn Council is calling on local creatives, educators and community organisations to help shape a new School of Arts and Music pilot set to launch in... Read more.
Australian Unity Celebrates Opening of New Glen Innes Office
Established over 180 years ago, Australian Unity is Australia’s first wellbeing company, delivering health, wealth and care services to members and communities... Read more.
GLEN INNES MOVES TO LEVEL 2 WATER RESTRICTIONS
Glen Innes Severn Council has implemented Level 2 water restrictions for Glen Innes after recent inspections of Beardy Weir, which supplies the town’s water. The... Read more.
100th year Anniversary: All Saints Anglican Church Torrington
History of Torrington All Saints Anglican Church “Ä symbol of endurance and Community Spirit” As far back as 1948 preparations were being made for the construction... Read more.
Molly Chard: Lions Youth of the Year Zone Finalist
Glen Innes student Molly Chard has been named the winner of the Zone Final of the Lions Youth of the Year competition, held in Glen Innes on Sunday, 15 March.... Read more.
Creating character at TAS
For Glen Innes siblings Emily, Tom, Josh and Matthew Pietsch, boarding at TAS has opened the door to huge range of opportunities, yet stay together as they develop... Read more.
Grafton to Inverell Cycle Classic this Saturday
The city of Grafton in the northern rivers of NSW will host the start of the 65th edition of the Squadron Energy Grafton to Inverell Cycle Classic on Saturday 14... Read more.
Playgroup continues
Glen Innes Severn Council has partnered with Centacare New England North West to continue delivering weekly playgroup services for local families. Under the arrangement,... Read more.
2024-2025 Glen Innes Severn Audited Financials
The Following is an unedited Media Release from Glen Innes Severn Council dated 9 March 2026 COUNCIL RECEIVES 2024/25 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AT EXTRAORDINARY MEETING... Read more.
Extraordinary Council Meeting 9th March
An Extraordinary Council Meeting is scheduled to be held: Monday, 9 March 2026 9.00am William Gardner Conference Room at the Glen Innes Severn Learning Centre. The... Read more.
Big Golf Week
Weekly Golf Wrap Week Ladies Golf The Glen Ladies celebrated their 2-day tournament on Tuesday and Wednesday. The tournament sponsored by White Rock Wind... Read more.
RE-WIRED Launch & Engagement Day to Open Seniors Festival 2026
Seniors across the district are warmly invited to gather at the iconic Australian Standing Stones for the RE-WIRED Launch and Engagement Day, marking the beginning... Read more.
Recent Media Releases from GISC
Mayor Advances Highlands Advocacy on National and Local Fronts Mayor Margot Davis has represented the Glen Innes Highlands across a series of major initiatives in... Read more.
SRV submissions close 9th March
The Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) has released Glen Innes Severn Council’s Special Rate Variation (SRV) application. A three-week community... Read more.
Golf happenings
Weekly Golf Wrap Week Congratulations to our green keepers Zac & Lucas as the course looks fantastic. Also, a special mention to all the volunteers doing their... Read more.
Skin Check highly successful
Skin Patrol was proud to attend the Glen Innes Show for the first time, delivering a dedicated community skin check clinic focused on early detection and accessible... Read more.
RFS Volunteers: seen locally, nationally and internationally
The past 12 months have been a significant and demanding year for our volunteers within Glen Innes Severn RFS, both locally and further afield. Throughout our 15... Read more.
Update on School of Arts and Music
Further to the article published in Glen Innes News Issue 29, page 10 https://gleninnesnews.com.au/read-online/ this matter was discussed at the Council meeting... Read more.
IPART PUBLISHES GLEN INNES SEVERN COUNCIL SRV APPLICATION
The Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) published Glen Innes Severn Council’s Special Rate Variation (SRV) application at 11.59pm on Monday 16... Read more.
Town Window Display – winners announced.
The judges choice for the town window display celebrating the Glen Innes Show was announced on Friday. First place was awarded to Timbs Pharmacy with TSG coming... Read more.
Students Honoured at DUX Ceremony
Outstanding academic achievement was celebrated at a recent DUX ceremony, recognising the dedication and hard work of students who excelled in their studies. Top... Read more.
Evans and Grob land the Jug
Weekly Golf Wrap Week Hope everyone is enjoying the change in the club with the cards and payment now being done in the Pro Shop! Keep an eye out for new gear in... Read more.
New Playground Opens
Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan was on-hand to unveil the new, $1.2 million play space at Glen Innes’ Anzac Park at its official opening on Saturday,... Read more.
New ride at the Show
Infinity Ride is proudly presented by Gill Bros Entertainment and will, according to reliable sources, be making its first time appearance in Australia at the... Read more.
New Regional Bus Service Hits the Road
Anthony Wright is the Director of Northern Express Australia, a new bus service designed to fill gaps in our regional transport network. The service began on Friday... Read more.
Huskies bound for Glory
Glen Innes Touch Football’s “Huskies” will compete at the Northern Eagles Junior Championships (NEJC) in Coffs Harbour on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 February,... Read more.
Breast screen bus is in town
The BreastScreen NSW mobile clinic is currently stationed in the public car park behind Glen Innes Town Hall, Sommerlad Lane, and will remain there until Wednesday... Read more.
Golf Wrap-Up
Ladies Golf On a very warm day 13 ladies played the Wednesday Stableford. Winner was Julie Newsome with 38 points from Shirley Bruce with 36 on a count back from... Read more.
GLEN INNES SEVERN COUNCIL LODGES SPECIAL RATE VARIATION APPLICATION WITH IPART
Glen Innes Severn Council has formally submitted its Special Rate Variation (SRV) application to the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART), proposing... Read more.
Free Skin Cancer Check at the Show
Skin Patrol, a national provider of doctor-led skin cancer checks, will be offering free skin cancer checks at the Glen Innes Showgrounds from 13 to 15 February... Read more.
Strong Results, Bright Futures: Discover PLC Armidale on Principal’s Tour and Scholarship Day
PLC Armidale continues to set the benchmark for academic excellence in the New England North West, achieving outstanding results in both NAPLAN and the 2025 Higher... Read more.
LGNSW BOARD SUPPORTS BIOCHAR INDUSTRY ROADMAP MOTION
Glen Innes Severn Council has received confirmation from Local Government NSW (LGNSW) that its final outstanding motion from the 2025 Annual Conference, relating... Read more.
GLEN INNES HIGHLANDS LIONESS LIONS CLUB POST SECONDARY SCHOLARSHIP PROJECT
After an application and interviewing process with the Scholarship Project Committee the club is very happy to announce that three students have been awarded our... Read more.
Pindari Centre Launches Hands-On Homesteading Experiences
Just 34 kilometres from Emmaville — an easy 30-minute drive — the Pindari Centre has launched a new hands-on Homesteading and Farm Stay experience, inviting... Read more.
Deepwater Races Celebrate 161 Years of Country Racing Tradition
One of Australia’s oldest racing traditions is set to thunder back into life this summer, with the Deepwater Hotel Top Pub Race Meeting celebrating an extraordinary 161 years... Read more.
THE BREASTSCREEN NSW VAN IS COMING TO GLEN INNES
The mobile screening van will be in Glen Innes from 2 February to 25 February 2026. BreastScreen NSW provides free breast screening to women to support the early... Read more.
COUNTDOWN BEGINS: ANZAC PARK’S $1.2 MILLION NATURE PLAY PARK NEARS OPENING
An exciting new chapter for Anzac Park is just days away, with the $1.2 million Nature Play Park now effectively complete. Only a few minor finishing items remain,... Read more.
KERRY MEAD PARK TO DOUBLE ITS RUGBY LEAGUE CAPACITY WITH NEW FIELD UPGRADES
Glen Innes Severn Council is set to deliver a major boost for local rugby league, securing a $50,000 NSW Rugby League Infrastructure grant, matched by a previously... Read more.