Council

Dec
10
2025
By Newsroom
Moving forward to Australia Day 2026

Moving forward to Australia Day 2026

Council, Local News
On 26 January 2025, Glen Innes celebrated the outstanding contributions of local volunteers during the annual Australia Day Awards, highlighting the remarkable dedication of individuals and groups across the community. Jenny and Robert Thomas were named 2025 Citizens of the Year for their tireless volunteer work. Known as quiet achievers, the couple contributes to a range of local organisations, including Karinya Homes Inc, the Bowls Club, the cemetery committee, the History House Museum, and the Australia Day Committee. “Our community is strong, evident through the depth of nominations this year,” they said. “We hope this recognition encourages others to get…
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Dec
08
2025
By Newsroom
Jane Austen Day

Jane Austen Day

Council, Local News
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 the morning until approximately half-past four. Morning tea and luncheon shall be graciously provided, ensuring every comfort for attendees. Guests are warmly invited to dress in the fashion of the period, should their inclinations lead them so. As the occasion promises to be both charming and well attended, booking is absolutely essential. To secure one’s place, please contact the Glen Innes Severn Public and TAFE Library on 6730 2600 with all possible…
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Dec
05
2025
By Newsroom
Spend in Glen Draw 1

Spend in Glen Draw 1

Council, Local News
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, singing "Hallelujah" and the alluring aroma of sizzling snags, courtesy of Glen Innes Lionesses, 11 envelopes were drawn from the barrel by local identities including Bill and Moira Munro,  Sue Waters and the Mayor. The winners are now been contacted, picking up their cards loaded with cash to be spent at local participating  Glen Innes businesses.  The main prize for this draw went to Gail McIntyre.
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Nov
27
2025
By Newsroom
COUNCIL CALLS FOR PLANNING FIX TO FAST-TRACK NEW HOMES ACROSS NSW

COUNCIL CALLS FOR PLANNING FIX TO FAST-TRACK NEW HOMES ACROSS NSW

Council
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 approvals and boost supply across the state. Council says two key bottlenecks are still holding up new homes, even after the passage of the Planning System Reforms Bill 2025 and the introduction of the 60-Day Deemed Approval Bill. The first is that basic, low-risk home builds still have to lodge a full Development Application (DA) and go through the same complex steps as a major commercial project. This ties up council planners, delays standard…
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Nov
27
2025
By Annette Bain
Conversations with our Councillors

Conversations with our Councillors

Council, Local News,
Glen Innes Severn Council has launched a new monthly initiative giving residents the chance to speak directly with Councillors and Council staff in a relaxed setting about issues affecting themselves and the wider community. The emphasis is intentionally informal, with the sessions—called Conversations with Councillors—held at the Highlands Hub once a month on a Thursday from 4pm to 6pm. Councillors attend when available, and at the third and most recent Conversation those present included Mayor Margot Davis, Deputy Mayor Carol Sparks, and Councillor Anne Vosper, with General Manager Bernard Smith also on hand to respond to questions and suggestions. Attendance…
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Nov
26
2025
By Newsroom
CHRISTMAS IN THE HIGHLANDS – ILLUMINATIONS TO LIGHT UP GLEN INNES THIS SATURDAY

CHRISTMAS IN THE HIGHLANDS – ILLUMINATIONS TO LIGHT UP GLEN INNES THIS SATURDAY

Council, Local News
Christmas in the Highlands – Illuminations will take place in Glen Innes this Saturday, 29 November, transforming the town centre into a light-filled precinct for all ages. Proudly funded by the NSW Government’s Open Streets Program in association with Glen Innes Severn Council, the event will feature lighting installations and projections, interactive and creative experiences, twilight markets, food trucks, live entertainment, reindeer in the park, and the lighting of the town Christmas tree across two themed zones - North Pole and South Pole precincts. Christmas in the Highlands - Illuminations is community-driven, with local makers, musicians, performers, businesses, volunteers, and…
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Nov
21
2025
By Newsroom
Spend in Glen is Back

Spend in Glen is Back

Council, Local News, , ,
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 everyone to shop locally, support small businesses, and enjoy the festive spirit that makes our community so special. Organised this year by an enthusiastic group of local businesses and proudly supported by Council, Spend in Glen will run from 20 November to 24 December. Simply spending $20 or more at a participating Glen Innes business gives shoppers the chance to win a share of $10,000 in Shop Local Gift Cards. And yes…
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Oct
23
2025
By Newsroom
COUNCIL FINALISES PURCHASE FOR FUTURE COUNCIL OFFICE ACCOMMODATION

COUNCIL FINALISES PURCHASE FOR FUTURE COUNCIL OFFICE ACCOMMODATION

Council
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 Dimmys building. The acquisition delivers a much needed and cost-effective response to critical safety, compliance and functional concerns that have affected the existing Council facilities for many years. Negotiations for the site began during the last term of Council, following over 15 years of investigations and planning to identify a suitable and affordable solution. Council resolved to proceed with the purchase at its November 2024 Ordinary Council meeting, and with the sale now finalised,…
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Oct
11
2025
By Newsroom
Council Business Papers available

Council Business Papers available

Council, Local News
The agenda and annexures for the Glen Innes Severn Council Ordinary Council Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 16, 2025 and are now on the Council's website.  This meeting has been brought forward from the usual 4th Thursday in the month to the 3rd Thursday. Key reports address financial sustainability, such as investment strategies, monthly investment reports showing a portfolio of $24.5M in term deposits, and a quarterly borrowings report detailing over $10M in total loan liabilities. The unrestricted cash is at positive $4.92M, with the NAB loan of $5M. Other significant topics include the proposed adoption of a Psychosocial Safety and Wellbeing…
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