Local News – Page 2 – Glen Innes News

Jul

01

2026

One Australian Ambassador’s story – from Ben Lomond to Riyadh

Local News

When Ben Lomond farmer and Australian Ambassador Mark Donovan represented Australia in the Middle East, he made a point of wearing his Akubra hat. "It helped me represent rural and regional Australia," he said. Mark served as Australia's Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from 2021 to 2025, with non-resident accreditation to Bahrain, Oman and Yemen. More recently, during the 2026 Iran War, he was recalled to diplomatic service as Chargé d'Affaires at the Australian Embassy in Kuwait, temporarily relieving the Ambassador. Despite spending years working in one of the world's most strategically important regions, Mark remains firmly connected…

Jun

30

2026

By Newsroom

Army Band to Perform on Wednesday in Glen

Local News

The Australian Army Band Newcastle will be delivering a special one-off performance on Wednesday 1 July from 12 noon till 1pm at the Glen Innes Town Hall. This is a rare opportunity for our community to experience a live military band performance by one of Australia's longest serving Army bands. The band is made up of highly skilled musicians who also serve as part time soldiers. With a diverse repertoire of ceremonial music, popular favourites, rock, jazz and contemporary pieces this free event will be one not to be missed.

Jun

30

2026

By Glenrac

Turning a Roadside Problem into Community Support

Local News, RuralGLENRAC

A local producer has wryly observed while droving cattle along public roads, “it’s raining cans, bongs and thongs.” While roadside litter is an ongoing concern, it also provides an opportunity for positive community action. Collecting eligible bottles and cans not only helps clean up our environment but also allows residents to support GLENRAC through the Return & Earn program. Donations contribute directly to local initiatives such as Smoko with Friends and Bush Kids First Aid. This comes at a time when Northern Tablelands producers are managing a “green drought.” Although paddocks appear green, the new growth lacks nutritional value, making roadside grazing an important option…

Jun

29

2026

By Eve Chappell

Our Local History – Valentine Sachs

Local NewsLand of the Beardies Museum

Sachs Lane between the Church Street GISC building and Jamesies is named after South German born tinsmith Valentine Sachs who had fought in the Franco German war in the 1870s before migrating to Australia and settling in Glen Innes in the 1880s. Valentine Sachs obituary Glen Innes Examiner, 27 November 1913: …’He took a very active part in the progress of the town and was an alderman for over 20 years and occupied the Mayoral chair during the year the gasworks were built [1893]. He also took a keen interest in mining and was for some time interested in several…

Jun

26

2026

By Joanne Austen Brown

Lions ChangeOver

Local NewsGlen Innes Lions Club

I attended the Changeover dinner of the local Lions club and was amazed at how much money they have raised in the past year. Also, how many of our local organisations benefitted from the fund-raising effort of the club. Glen Innes Can Assist, Glen Innes Industries, Glen Innes High School, Karinya Homes, Anglican Food Hub, and Local Connect, just to name a few. First Vice District Governor of Lions, Joe Pope, and the Zone Chairperson David Doek were special guests. Other local Lions, the Glen Innes Leo’s and the Glen Innes Highland Lioness- Lions were also in attendance. The…

Jun

25

2026

By David Scott

Glen Innes Motion Wins National Support at Australian Local Government Assembly

Local News, Rural

A motion submitted by Glen Innes Severn Council has been successfully adopted by the Australian Local Government Association's National General Assembly in Canberra, securing national support for the development of Australia's emerging biochar and circular carbon industries. The motion calls on the Australian Government to implement and resource the Australian Biochar Industry 2030 Roadmap and work with state, territory and local governments to establish nationally consistent regulations, markets and funding pathways for biochar and other circular-carbon products derived from organic waste. The adopted resolution seeks to reduce landfill volumes and methane emissions while creating new regional economic opportunities through the…

Jun

22

2026

By Newsroom

Glen Innes News General Meeting

Local News

Glen Innes News Needs You! Have you ever thought about getting involved in our local newspaper? As Glen Innes News continues to grow, so does our need for enthusiastic volunteers to help keep independent local news thriving in our community. We're inviting community members to a General Meeting open to the public where you can learn more about how the News has evolved since launching in 2024, meet our new Management Committee, ask questions, and discover the many ways you can get involved. Whether you have a couple of hours a fortnight or a little more time to spare, there's…

Jun

21

2026

By Newsroom

Newsletter from Taronga Mines

Local NewsTaronga Tin Project

Jun

20

2026

By David Scott

A discussion on Item 7.3 of Ordinary Council Meeting 18 June 26

Local News

I was remiss in attributing the authorship as AI generated. I provided all the information used in the post. I provided a recognised journalistic tool with two documents. The minutes are readily available to the public. Anyone who listened to the live streaming or attended the Council meeting would have heard my discussion. I submitted my discussion to the program, in its entirety. I asked the program for an audio version which is simply another way of presenting information and is a powerful AI tool. Many people do not watch the live streaming of Council meetings and do not wish…

Jun

18

2026

By Brendan Moylan MP

HALF A MILLION DOLLAR INVESTMENT TO OVERHAUL GLEN INNES LIBRARY

Local Newsglen innes severn public library

Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan was pleased to announce $500,000 has been secured for major upgrades to the Glen Innes Library. The funding came via the State Library of NSW Public Library Infrastructure Grants program which helps councils across the state improve facilities at their local libraries. Mr Moylan said the last time the Glen Innes Library had an update was more than two decades ago and the popular space is in need of a refresh. “The Glen Innes Library hasn’t seen any updates since 2001 when it was relocated to its current space,” he said. “With this grant,…