Glen Innes Athlete Shines at World Cross Country Championships
The world’s best distance runners gathered in Florida on 10 January for the World Athletics Cross Country Championships Tallahassee 26, with more than 500 athletes... Read more.
And they’re racing
The Glen Innes Jockey Club warmly welcomes all to attend the Glen Innes Cup Meeting, scheduled for 10th January 2026. This much-anticipated event carries forward... Read more.
Our Local History: Excerpts from Archibald Windeyer’s Diary
Are you keeping a diary this year? Archibald Windeyer’s Deepwater Diary is a stark reminder of our early history – when bullock wagons travelling about 12... Read more.
Library News – Efa Mackenzie
Thursday 8 January 2026 a local guest speaker Jennifer Mackenzie will be joining us at Glen Innes Severn Library. GROW & GLOW WITH EFA Join us for an inspirational... Read more.
Greatest Show in Glen, coming soon!
“The Greatest Show in Town”: Glen Innes Prepares for Historic Annual Celebration Glen Innes is gearing up for one of the New England region’s most cherished... Read more.
Christmas Church Services
Anglican Church CHRISTMAS EVE – 6.30pm Family Service – 11pm Book of Common Prayer Service CHRISTMAS DAY – 9am... Read more.
Christmas wishes and thanks
On behalf of the whole team at the Glen Innes News, we extend our heartfelt thanks to the people of Glen Innes and District for your fabulous support throughout... Read more.
GIHS Outstanding HSC results
Glen Innes News, and indeed our whole community, extends massive congratulations to the Class of 2025 on their fantastic results in the Higher School Certificate.... Read more.
Celebrate the Summer Solstice at the Australian Standing Stones
Glen Innes locals and visitors are warmly invited to welcome the height of summer at the Australian Standing Stones this Sunday, 21 December, with a full day of... Read more.
FUNDING WIN KEEPS EMMAVILLE GOLF COURSE IN PLAY
Erosion to Emmaville Golf Club’s course has made accessing the fairways difficult but that is about to change with Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan... Read more.
Last call for young artists!
Crofters Cottage, the popular café at the Standing Stones, is celebrating Christmas with a colouring competition for children — but time is running out to enter.... Read more.
After Dark Movie Sceening
This month’s After Dark movie is to be screened on 18 December, the third Thursday of December, commencing at 6.30pm at the Glen Innes Severn Public and... Read more.
Our Community Continues to WOW!!
Since 2022, The Glen Innes Highlands Lioness-Lions Club have coordinated ‘Hellies Christmas Drive’ – named in honour of a well-loved and valued community member,... Read more.
Moving forward to Australia Day 2026
On 26 January 2025, Glen Innes celebrated the outstanding contributions of local volunteers during the annual Australia Day Awards, highlighting the remarkable dedication... Read more.
Glen Innes Art Gallery inducts new Patrons.
On the 2nd November, the Glen Innes Art Gallery was proud to induct our first patrons. Mr Howard Eastwood, not only a sponsor, previous committee member and volunteer,... Read more.
Jane Austen Day
In honour of Miss Jane Austen’s 250th birthday, a most delightful celebration is to be held, featuring a full day’s screening of a beloved series from 9:30 in... Read more.
Senior Sportsperson of the Year 2025
The Glen Innes Highschool Campdraft Team received the Senior Sportsperson of the Year 2025 award for its 9 members – students from years 9 to years 12 at Glen... Read more.
Lali Alt – National Champion
Poking cattle around one day……National Champion the next. Local young lady, Lali Alt has taken out National Champion. Competing in the Southern Cross... Read more.
Spend in Glen Draw 1
A small crowd gathered near the Town Square for the first draw of Spend In Glen at Thursday nights late night shopping. With the hum of local busker, Nathan Skinner,... Read more.
Kayden Shines at North West Sports Awards
Glen Innes High School student Kayden Elliot has capped off an exceptional year in school sport, earning top honours at the North West Sports Association Awards... Read more.
GI Public School News
GIPS NEWS Glen Innes Public School (GIPS) has been buzzing with activity as we approach the end of another busy year. Last week, in partnership with the Aboriginal... Read more.
Glenrac 2025 Voluntary Community Organisation, who will be 2026?
2025 Voluntary community organisation – Glenrac Inc The Glen Innes Natural Resources Advisory Committee Inc has celebrated 36 years of operation in our shire,... Read more.
Christmas Hazards for Pets
by Glen Innes Veterinary Hospital The Christmas season brings celebrations, family gatherings and plenty of festive food — but many of the treats we enjoy at this... Read more.
Young Citizen of the Year Darcy Husband
2025 Young Citizen of the Year Darcy Husband Only 9 days left to closing of nominations for 2026 Australia Day awards (9th December). Forms are available from... Read more.
Program for Christmas in the Highlands
The program for this celebration of community can be found by following the link below and either saving to your device or printing. See you there!! ... Read more.
COUNCIL CALLS FOR PLANNING FIX TO FAST-TRACK NEW HOMES ACROSS NSW
Council Press Release Glen Innes Severn Council has endorsed a Mayoral Minute calling for simple, practical changes to the NSW planning system to speed up housing... Read more.
CHRISTMAS IN THE HIGHLANDS – ILLUMINATIONS TO LIGHT UP GLEN INNES THIS SATURDAY
Christmas in the Highlands – Illuminations will take place in Glen Innes this Saturday, 29 November, transforming the town centre into a light-filled precinct... Read more.
2025 Emergency Services Volunteer of the Year Lachlan Johnstone
Nominations are currently open for 2026 Australia Day awards. Forms are available from the Council office and online at www.gisc.gov.au grab a copy and nominate... Read more.
Three Dedicated Volunteers Awarded Life Memberships at 2CBD-FM
Three Dedicated Volunteers Awarded Life Memberships at 2CBD-FM Community spirit was front and centre on Monday night as Deepwater & Districts Community FM Radio... Read more.
Spend in Glen is Back
SPEND IN GLEN RETURNS WITH CHRISTMAS CHEER AND THE BELOVED BARREL A favourite Glen Innes Christmas tradition is back for 2025, with Spend in Glen once again encouraging... Read more.
Hartmann Re-union
Over the October long weekend 75 family members of the late Arnie and Gwen Hartmann gathered in Glen for a weekend of sport, socialising, the odd drink and generally... Read more.
St Andrew’s Day Gathering – A Community Celebration
This year’s St Andrew’s Day promises to be a standout event on the Glen Innes calendar. On Sunday, 30 November 2025, the festivities begin at 5pm with the Australian... Read more.
Tennis event a real hit!
A fantastic weekend of high quality tennis and socialising was enjoyed by all who attended the inaugural Seniors Tennis Tournament run by the Glen Innes Tennis Club... Read more.
Bowlo’s 68th Rose Carnival Blooms with Success
The Glen Innes Bowling Club’s much-loved Rose Carnival celebrated its 68th year in fine style, drawing bowlers from across the state — and beyond — for a weekend... Read more.
Remembrance Day Ceremony at Glen Innes High School
On Monday, 10th November, Glen Innes High School held its annual Remembrance Day Ceremony to honour the service and sacrifice of Australian men and women who have... Read more.
Our Tim at the Top Table
Most people are well aware of Prime Minister Albanese’s recent long awaited meeting with President Trump in the White House. However, they might not be aware... Read more.
Barking Success at Dog Auction
The 14th Annual CSC Working Stock Dog Auction was held at Glencoe on 1 November with Gwydir Fire account Tony Overton of Walcha selling the top priced dog to Pat... Read more.
Nominations open for Australia Day Awards 2026
Nominations are currently open for 2026 Australia Day awards. Forms are available from the Council office and online at www.gisc.gov.au so grab a copy and nominate... Read more.
Dirt Trap comes home to Deepwater
Local author and journalist Michael Burge will be making a stop on a national book tour in his home town on December 6, in a conversation with local writers titled... Read more.
Glen Innes Vets Hit the Road to Leeton and Griffith
Six Glen Innes Vet golfers recently headed off for two weeks of Veterans’ golf in Leeton and Griffith. Leeton was the first stop, and while the course proved a... Read more.
Glen Innes Lions Celebrate Inspiring Youth of the Year Contest
The Glen Innes Lions Club recently hosted its annual Lions Youth of the Year event, proudly led by Chairperson Lion Terry te Velde. Four talented students from Glen... Read more.
Garden Festival next Friday 31st
The following gardens are open Friday 31 October Garden 1 Allen & Karen Kent – “Windermere”, 58 Cramsie Cr Glen Innes Garden 2 Mike &... Read more.
Seniors Tennis Tournament coming soon
The Glen Innes District Tennis Association is calling for entries to our inaugural Seniors Tennis Tournament to be held on the 8th and 9th November, 2025. Entries... Read more.
Glen Innes district students in leadership group at TAS
TWO students from the Glen Innes district will be setting the tone and spirit of The Armidale School into 2026, having been inducted to key leadership positions... Read more.
Triple Challenge Show & Shine Rolls into Glen Innes
Engines will roar and chrome will sparkle as the Glen Innes Motorsports Club hosts its highly anticipated Triple Challenge Show & Shine on Saturday, 1st November,... Read more.
Cultivating Connection and Community
Cultivating Connection and Community for over a decade: GLENRAC’s Annual Rural Women’s Event. Over 70 people gathered on Wednesday 15 October 2025, at the Glen... Read more.
COUNCIL FINALISES PURCHASE FOR FUTURE COUNCIL OFFICE ACCOMMODATION
Glen Innes Severn Council has finalised the purchase and exchanged contracts for the vacant building behind the McKenzie Mall in Glen Innes, locally known as the... Read more.
Glen Innes Severn Council Updates: Key Decisions and Community Opportunities
The latest meeting of Glen Innes Severn Council on Thursday 16 October saw progress across a range of initiatives affecting the community. Council officers have... Read more.
Op Shop thanks you
On behalf of the Glen Innes Opportunity Shop team of volunteers, I would like to thank the local community for its generous support of this organisation through... Read more.
Regional Australia Bank Keeps Giving Back to the Community
Regional Australia Bank Keeps Giving Back to the Community Regional Australia Bank is once again celebrating the power of community through its long-running Community... Read more.