New Report Stresses Importance of Local News Coverage
A new report into regional news audiences has confirmed what communities like Glen Innes already know: local journalism isn’t just about headlines — it’s about... Read more.
Meals on Wheels Volunteers Replaced
After around 40 years of community volunteer involvement, volunteers are no longer being used in the Glen Innes Meals on Wheels service. As of 1 July 2025, the delivery... Read more.
48.3% Rate Rise Endorsed in Heated Council Meeting
Glen Innes Severn Council has adopted a revised Long Term Financial Plan (LTFP) that includes a cumulative 48.3% Special Rate Variation (SRV) over three years, subject... Read more.
Council to Decide on Revised 48.3% Rate Rise
Glen Innes Severn Council will consider a revised Special Rate Variation (SRV) proposal at its meeting on 19 June. The revised recommendation follows a six-week... Read more.
Jan Lemon Honoured with OAM for Service to Glen Innes Community
Glen Innes local Jan Lemon has been recognised in the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours list with a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for her decades of tireless... Read more.
Council Charges Set to Increase
Glen Innes Severn Council’s Draft Operational Plan for 2024–25 outlines a range of proposed increases to fees and charges across core services—including waste,... Read more.
Behind the Budget: How Local Councils Receive and Use Grant Funding
As conversations continue across the community about council budgets and a potential rise in rates, many residents are asking how councils actually fund their services... Read more.
May Council Meeting Summary and Highlights
Glen Innes Severn Council held its monthly Ordinary Meeting on May 22nd. Councillors addressed a range of items, focusing on internal governance, financial matters,... Read more.
Council Provides Details on Civic Building and Town Hall Plans
As Glen Innes Severn Council continues its community engagement process regarding a potential Special Rate Variation (SRV), more detail has been provided about two... Read more.
Community Confronts Council Over Proposed Rate Hike at Packed Public Meeting
A large turnout of concerned residents attended a public meeting on Wednesday, seeking clarity and voicing anxieties regarding Glen Innes Severn Council’s... Read more.
Local Artist Brings Family History To National Stage
Celebrated artist Lloyd Gawura Hornsby is among the contributors to a major new exhibition at the National Museum of Australia, Our Story: Aboriginal Chinese People... Read more.
Glen Innes Severn Council Under Scrutiny Over $5 Million Overdraft
A $5 million overdraft facility taken out by Glen Innes Severn Council has drawn criticism from some councillors, who have raised concerns over transparency and... Read more.
Council to Consult Community on Possible Rate Rise
Glen Innes Severn Council will consult the community on a proposed special rate variation (SRV) that could see rates increase by up to 68.5 per cent over three years,... Read more.
Council to Vote on Proposed Rate Rise to Tackle Budget Shortfall
Glen Innes Severn Council will vote on whether to adopt a number of long term plans, which include a proposed increase in rates, at its next meeting to be held on... Read more.
Meet The Candidates
Update: 11th April, 2025 – 5.55pm This article has been amended to include responses from Todd Juchau, a last minute addition to the ballot for New England... Read more.
Community Safety Roundtable Well Attended
On Thursday 6th March Glen Innes Severn Council held a roundtable meeting to discuss community concerns about crime and vandalism that has affected several local... Read more.
First Look Inside the $50 Million Glen Innes Hospital Redevelopment
The Glen Innes community now has the opportunity to preview the much-anticipated $50 million hospital redevelopment, with a newly released fly-through video offering... Read more.
NSW Health Minister Rejects Proposal to Split Hunter New England Health District
NSW Health Minister Ryan Park has dismissed a motion to divide the Hunter New England Health Local Health District into two separate entities, arguing that such... Read more.
Glen Innes News Printed Edition Launches Today
We’re thrilled to bring you the very first print edition of Glen Innes News! This marks an exciting step forward for us after launching online in November 2024,... Read more.
Old Westpac Building To Become Health Hub
The Hunter New England and Central Coast Primary Health Network (HNECC PHN) has announced that Rural Fit, an allied health organisation dedicated to improving the... Read more.
Council To Convene Community Safety Roundtable
The Glen Innes Severn Council has announced plans to host a roundtable meeting to discuss strategies for improving public safety. The meeting will bring together... Read more.
A Bright Start: Thank You for Supporting Glen Innes News!
What an incredible few weeks it has been! I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks to everyone who has visited our website and read the articles we’ve... Read more.
Glen Industries Receives Life-Saving AED from Local Lions Club
Glen Innes Lions Club has made another significant contribution to community safety with the installation of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) at Glen Industries,... Read more.
Welcome to Glen Innes News
Today marks an exciting beginning for us as we launch the online component of Glen Innes News, and on behalf of our team I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to... Read more.