Applications Open for 2026 Australian Celtic Festival
The 2026 Australian Celtic Festival is set to return to the Australian Standing Stones in Glen Innes from 30 April to 3 May, promising one of the country’s most... Read more.
Local Hero: Nikki Lee Wins National AFL Volunteer Award
Nikki Lee has achieved the honour of being named the inaugural National AFL Superkick Volunteer of the Year, following her earlier recognition as the AFL NSW/ACT... Read more.
Glen Innes Powerhouse: Community Invited to Re-Energise Site
Glen Innes Severn Council is calling on the community to contribute ideas for the future of the heritage-listed Glen Innes “Powerhouse,” a site rich in local... Read more.
Emmaville Event Honours Staff and Opens New Ramp
The Vegetable Creek MPS Emmaville Hospital Auxiliary has officially unveiled a new access ramp at “The Cottage” building, marking the completion of a three-year... Read more.
Forum in Glen Innes to Focus on New England’s Tourism Future
Glen Innes will play host to the New England North West Tourism and Placemaking Forum on Thursday, 14 August 2025, an event set to bring together leaders and innovators... Read more.
Young Cattle Enthusiasts Invited to National Red Poll Youth Camp
Young people with an interest in cattle handling and the beef industry are invited to take part in the National Red Poll Youth Camp, which will be held at the Glen... Read more.
Council Works Program – Period Ending Friday 22nd August 2025
The following works are scheduled subject in the period ending Friday 22 August 2025 to weather conditions and unforeseen delays: Jetpatching around Glen... Read more.
Sweetie Pies Takes Top Honour at Glen Innes Business Awards
The New England Care 2025 Glen Innes Business Awards were held on Saturday night at the Glen Innes and District Services Club, recognising excellence and dedication... Read more.
Three Local Projects Share in Community Grant Funding
Three community projects in the Glen Innes Severn area have been awarded funding in the latest round of the New South Wales Government’s Community Building Partnership... Read more.
Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash Closes Gwydir Highway
A man has died in a two-vehicle crash on the Gwydir Highway near Glen Innes.. About 12.30pm today (Saturday 9 August 2025), emergency services were called to the... Read more.
Meet Gary Davis, Author of Pitt Street Bankers at the Library
Glen Innes Severn Public Library will be hosting an author visit by Gary Davis on Saturday 16th August. Gary is the author of Pitt Street Bankers. Gary said “this... Read more.
Council Seeks Locals for Promotional Photo and Video Shoot
Glen Innes Severn Council is calling on local businesses, community members and groups to be part of the next phase of its destination marketing efforts, with expressions... Read more.
Strong Season Ahead for Local Producers
While drought conditions have worsened across parts of southern and western New South Wales, producers in the Northern Tablelands are continuing to benefit from... Read more.
Glen Innes Locals Honoured in Aged Care Awards
Two Glen Innes locals have been recognised among the best in their field, named as finalists in the Royal Freemasons’ Benevolent Institution (RFBI) 2025 Showcase... Read more.
Entries Open for Christmas in the Highlands Art Trail
Glen Innes Severn Council is inviting artists, schools, clubs and community groups to submit original banner artworks for display in the Glen Innes town centre during... Read more.
Glen Innes Welcomes Essential Workers
New residents were treated to a warm and lively introduction to Glen Innes at the recent Welcome to Glen Innes Pizza Night, held on Saturday 19 July at the Great... Read more.
Free Training to Help Boost Local Business
Retailers in the Glen Innes region are being encouraged to take part in a free training initiative designed to attract more customers and revitalise the local shopping... Read more.
Glen Innes Covered in Snow as Highway Closes
Glen Innes was blanketed in snow over the weekend with significant snowfall occurring in parts of the Northern Tablelands. According to the State Emergency Service,... Read more.
Glen Innes Karate Duo Excel at National Championships
Mother and daughter martial artists Karen and Isobel King represented their local dojo, Jin Ryu Kan, at the National World Koshiki Karatedo Federation (WKKF) Karate... Read more.
New England Highway Closed Between Glen Innes and Armidale
The New England Highway has been closed in both directions between Glen Innes and Armidale due to hazardous conditions caused by snow and ice. Transport for NSW... Read more.
Glen Innes Helps in Mid North Coast Flood Recovery
Glen Innes Severn Council has supported recovery efforts in the MidCoast Council area following the severe flooding event that struck the Mid North Coast in late... Read more.
Cabin Fire at Local Caravan Park
Emergency services responded to a cabin fire at the Blue Sapphire Caravan Park in Glen Innes on Thursday evening. Fire and Rescue NSW Station 302 Glen Innes was... Read more.
Stronger Penalties for Illicit Tobacco
The NSW Government has announced new laws to tackle the sale of illegal vapes and tobacco, drawing support from Northern Tablelands MP Brendan Moylan, who has been... Read more.
Bushfire Danger Period Begins
The NSW Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) has confirmed that the Bush Fire Danger Period (BFDP) will commence on 1 August 2025 across the Glen Innes Severn, Inverell,... Read more.
Countback Election to Fill Council Vacancy: Key Dates Announced
Following the recent resignation of Cr Arandale, the NSW Electoral Commission has confirmed that a countback election will be held to fill the resulting vacancy... Read more.
Council GM Defends Staff, Urges Unity
Glen Innes Severn Council’s General Manager, Bernard Smith, has issued a public message urging the community to uphold respectful and constructive engagement with... Read more.
Local Government Minister Visits Glen Innes
The Hon. Ron Hoenig, NSW Minister for Local Government, visited Glen Innes on Tuesday 29 July to meet with Glen Innes Severn Council. The visit began at Glen Innes... Read more.
July Council Meeting Summary and Highlights
At its Ordinary Meeting held on 24 July 2025, Glen Innes Severn Council considered a range of matters spanning health infrastructure, financial reporting, planning... Read more.
Photo Gallery – Glen Innes Marks 75th Anniversary of the Korean War
On Sunday morning, members of the Glen Innes community gathered at Anzac Park to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Korean War. Despite cold winds and grey... Read more.
Explainer: Council Countback Elections
The resignation of Councillor Troy Arandale from Glen Innes Severn Council has prompted the start of a countback election process — a method used in New South... Read more.
Man Charged Over Attempted Glen Innes Robbery
A 20-year-old man has been charged in relation to an alleged attempted armed robbery at a service station in Glen Innes. At approximately 7.50am on Thursday 24 July,... Read more.
Councillor Troy Arandale Resigns
Glen Innes Severn Council has received the resignation of Councillor Troy Arandale, who stepped down from his position effective immediately on Thursday morning.... Read more.
Council Works Program – Period Ending Friday 8th August 2025
The following works are scheduled subject in the period ending Friday 8 August 2025 to weather conditions and unforeseen delays: Jetpatching on Strathbogie... Read more.
Chair Yoga Classes Move to Larger Venue
Glen Innes Severn Council’s Life Choices Support Services (LC-SS) is relocating its popular “Gentle Stretches from a Chair” program to the Glen Innes Services... Read more.
Community Invited to Honour Veterans
Residents of Glen Innes and surrounding areas are invited to attend a commemorative service on Sunday 27 July 2025 to mark the 75th anniversary of Australian service... Read more.
Youth Booth Named Awards Finalist
The Youth Booth has been named a finalist in the 2025 Local Government Week Awards for delivering one of New South Wales’ most outstanding Youth Week programs.... Read more.
Trivia Night to Raise Funds for Year 12 Formal and Beyond Blue
Glen Innes Services Club will play host to a fun-filled evening of trivia on Saturday 2 August, with a special event planned to raise funds for the Year 12 2025... Read more.
Obituary – Roy Colin Wells
Roy Colin Wells was born at ‘Eastlund’, a property on the junction of Arrawarra Creek and the Severn River, on March 24 1923. Following his birth Roy was transported... Read more.
Australian Standing Stones Now on the Map
The Australian Standing Stones in Glen Innes have received formal recognition from the NSW Government, with the site now officially named and gazetted by the Geographical... Read more.
Councils Diverting Almost $500 Per Ratepayer to Cover State Costs
A new report commissioned by Local Government NSW (LGNSW) has revealed that councils across New South Wales are now shouldering an annual cost shifting burden of... Read more.
Glen Innes Tennis Update
The Glen Innes District Tennis Association has a jam-packed calendar for the rest of the year with something for everyone. CLUB MEMBERSHIP: Memberships are now open... Read more.
Speed Limit to Change on Severn River Road, Dundee
Motorists are advised of an upcoming speed limit reduction on Severn River Road, Dundee, set to take effect within the next two weeks. The change will see the current... Read more.
Celebrating NAIDOC Week at Glen Innes Public School
Glen Innes Public School came alive with colour and culture on Friday 4 July as students, staff, families and local organisations gathered to celebrate the upcoming... Read more.
Students Triumph at Toni Palmer Memorial Shield
Students from Years 3 to 6 at St Joseph’s Primary School travelled to Inverell on Wednesday 25 June to participate in the Toni Palmer Memorial Shield Rugby League... Read more.
Glen Innes Severn Council Assumes Local Weed Management Duties
Glen Innes Severn Council has officially taken on responsibility for invasive and noxious weed control in the local government area, following the dissolution of... Read more.
Grey Street History on Display
A new exhibition at the Land of the Beardies History House Museum is inviting the community to take a trip down memory lane with “Grey Street CBD c.1860s – 2000s”.... Read more.
Glen Innes Health Hub Draws Hundreds in Opening Month
The Glen Innes Health Hub has officially opened its doors, with hundreds of appointments booked in its first month—a strong indication of the local demand for... Read more.
Vale Roy Wells: Emmaville Mourns Loss of a Local Legend
The Emmaville community is mourning the loss of Roy Colin Wells, who has passed away aged 102. Roy will be remembered as a proud World War Two veteran, loving family... Read more.
Light Poles Restored as Part of Glen Innes Beautification Project
The Glen Innes Severn Council has completed restoration works on light poles at the Meade Street and Bourke Street roundabouts along Grey Street. The works, which... Read more.
Council Works Program – Period Ending Friday 11th July 2025
The following works are scheduled subject in the period ending Friday 11 July 2025 to weather conditions and unforeseen delays: Jetpatching on Old Grafton... Read more.