Local News – Page 15 – Glen Innes News

Oct

22

2025

CWA Glen Innes Invites New Members

Local News, RuralCWA

Founded in 1923, the Glen Innes branch of the Country Women’s Association has been supporting local women and families for more than a century — and it’s still going strong. The branch is now keen to welcome new members. “It would be really great to increase the number of members,” said Secretary Catherine Donald. “We’d love to meet women new to Glen Innes who may not be familiar with the CWA. Come and have a chat!” At the recent AGM on 13 October, a new executive team was elected: Vivienne Williams (President), Michelle Shumack(Vice-President), Catherine Donald (Secretary) and Maxene Freudenberg…

Oct

20

2025

By Eve Chappell

Our Local History: The Rose Festival

Local NewsLand of the Beardies Museum

For years crepe paper was in high demand in October and November as many people crafted thousands of paper roses for Rose Festival floats and shop windows. This festival followed a Gala Festival which ran from 1944 to 1955. The new event had a shaky start - the first Public Meeting called by Mayor Bill Wilson on 10th February 1956 attracting only five interested citizens, Town Clerk and three aldermen. Not deterred however, those present formed a committee to hold a Rose Festival later in the year and contacted town organisations with a plea to send representatives to the next…

Oct

19

2025

By Annette Bain

Celebrating Glen Innes Bookworld Inc

Local Newsglen innes bookworld

Congratulations to Glen Innes Bookworld Inc which is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Bookworld is a religious bookstore established in 2005 by a non-denominational committee of Christian churches looking for ways to maintain the influence of Christian teachings in the community, particularly seeking ways to reach young people who were drifting away from church attendance. Reflecting the shop’s original purpose, the major beneficiaries of Bookworld’s income are children and young people. It helps fund a high school chaplaincy program as well as Special Religious Education classes for children in Kindergarten to Year 6 in Glen Innes and some village schools. Bookworld…

Oct

18

2025

By Newsroom

Glen Innes Severn Council Updates: Key Decisions and Community Opportunities

Local NewsGlen Innes Severn Council

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 been busy completing a number of resolutions over the past month, including the sale of a property in Deepwater. In governance matters, the Council adopted the Foundation Stage of the Councillor Psychosocial Safety and Wellbeing Framework, reinforcing a commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of its elected members. In appointments, Cr Elphick was selected as Council’s representative for Glenrac, over Cr Scott. Financially, the Council remains in a strong position, with $28 million in…

Oct

17

2025

By Newsroom

Op Shop thanks you

Local NewsGlen Innes Opportunity Shop

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 its wonderful donations of saleable goods. Every dollar from every item sold goes into a 'giveaway fund.' The accumulated fund's money is redistributed annually, to directly benefit our community and region and make a real difference. The beneficiaries cover a diverse range of community groups, including aged care, arts and culture, disability, education and emergency services. The Opportunity Shop's mission statement: 'turning donated goods into good donations,' underpins our operation as a, not…

Oct

15

2025

By Newsroom

Regional Australia Bank Keeps Giving Back to the Community

Local NewsRegional Australia Bank

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 Partnership Program (CPP) — a unique initiative that turns everyday banking into local support. Now in its 16th year, the CPP allows members to nominate a local cause or organisation, with the Bank donating a portion of its profits based on each member’s average annual account balance. Last financial year, 13% of the Bank’s profits were invested back into regional communities, supporting more than 2,200 community groups across Australia — including 84 right here in Glen…

Oct

15

2025

By Newsroom

Golden Girls Breast Cancer Fundraiser

Local Newsfundraising

Before we explore the story... something to ponder: Can men get breast cancer? When we moved to Glen Innes 3 and a half years ago, I was employed to work remotely. This meant my interaction with the town was very minimal and as a newcomer it's difficult to interact when working from home 5 days with long hours. Reaching out to the community via the town social pages, my husband and I were looking to connect with other newcomers or any interested in meeting new people. The initial event consisted of 8 women, some locals born and bred in town…

Oct

14

2025

By Newsroom

Hospital Redevelopment – Review of Environmental Factors

Local NewsGlen Innes District Hospital

The community is being invited to view and provide feedback on the Glen Innes Hospital Redevelopment planning documents, with the Review of Environmental Factors on public exhibition. Labor Spokesperson for Northern Tablelands Peter Primrose said “It’s great to see the work to deliver the Glen Innes Hospital redevelopment progressing and I encourage all staff, patients, and the community to take part in the upcoming community consultation, to have their say and learn more about this $50 million project." He went on to say, “The community feedback has already been very valuable and helped shape the design of the new hospital…

Oct

11

2025

By Newsroom

Council Business Papers available

Council, Local NewsGlen Innes Severn Council

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…

Oct

11

2025

By Newsroom

COUNCIL REPRESENTS OUR REGION AT 2025 REGIONS RISING NATIONAL CONFERENCE

Council, Local NewsGlen Innes Severn Council

Glen Innes Severn has taken its place on the national stage, representing the strength and innovation of regional Australia at the Regional Australia Institute’s (RAI) Regions Rising National Conference in Canberra. The conference brought together Ministers, regional leaders and industry experts to explore how regions are shaping Australia’s future — from renewable energy and infrastructure to housing, workforce and health. At the Regional Dialogue Day, the Glen Innes Health Hub — an initiative of the Hunter New England and Central Coast Primary Health Network (PHN) — was showcased as one of the nation’s most innovative regional health projects. The Hub…