Local News

Aug
28
2025
By Newsroom
Council Meeting Summary & Highlights – August 2025

Council Meeting Summary & Highlights – August 2025

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Glen Innes Severn Council’s August meeting covered a wide range of issues, including renewable energy, community safety, financial pressures, and future use of public assets. While many decisions passed unanimously, several items sparked debate among councillors. Renewable Energy Submission Council resolved to lodge a submission to EnergyCo NSW calling for the inclusion of existing 132kV transmission infrastructure in the New England Renewable Energy Zone (REZ). The Mayor said this would give Glen Innes Severn greater certainty for renewable energy developers and could unlock local benefits such as jobs, supply chain opportunities and contributions to community schemes. Councillors spoke in support,…
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Aug
28
2025
By Marlene Lewis
Preview: Chapel Theatre’s ‘We Will Rock You’ Set to Bring the House Down

Preview: Chapel Theatre’s ‘We Will Rock You’ Set to Bring the House Down

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The Glen Innes Arts Council is gearing up for opening night this Friday, August 29, with a high-energy production of We Will Rock You. A full dress-rehearsal yesterday delivered polished vocals, a lively mix of acting and music, and a showcase of local talent. Directed by Jenny Sloman, the musical transports audiences into the future to “iPlanet”, a world stripped of individuality and, most importantly, music. Ruling this dystopia is the menacing Killer Queen (Naomi Bain) and her ruthless commander Khashoggi (Kat Sharman). Their empire faces resistance from the “Bohemians”, led by Buddy (Sean O’Hara), who believe a Dreamer will…
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Aug
26
2025
By Newsroom
Monthly Councillor Catch-ups for Glen Innes

Monthly Councillor Catch-ups for Glen Innes

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Glen Innes Severn Council is introducing a new opportunity for residents to meet and speak directly with their elected representatives. The initiative, Conversations with Councillors, will be held on the third Thursday of each month from 4 pm to 6 pm at the Glen Innes Highlands Hub. The first session is scheduled for Thursday, 18 September. Council said the monthly event will provide a chance for residents to share ideas, ask questions and raise local issues in an open and respectful setting. “Come along and chat directly with Councillors, share your ideas and feedback, ask questions, and discuss local issues,”…
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Aug
22
2025
By Newsroom
Farmer Update to Bring Industry Insights to Glen Innes

Farmer Update to Bring Industry Insights to Glen Innes

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Local farmers will have the opportunity to hear the latest industry updates at the upcoming Farmer Update, to be held at TAFE NSW Glen Innes on Wednesday, 27 August 2024, from 6pm to 9pm. The evening will feature presentations on a range of topics, including a Beef and Sheep Market Report from Meat & Livestock Australia, and an overview of new animal welfare management plan requirements from Integrity Systems. Rural Aid will also introduce Farm Army and educational programs aimed at supporting rural communities. A light supper will be provided on the night. Attendance is free, but organisers stress that…
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Aug
22
2025
By Newsroom

Roobot Sculpture to Be Unveiled in Emmaville

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A community event will be held in Emmaville later this month for the official unveiling of Roobot, a metal kangaroo sculpture created by Queensland artist Mick Brown. The unveiling by Mayor Margot Davis will take place at 10:00am on Saturday, 30 August 2025, at Emmaville RSL Park. A free sausage sizzle, provided by Taronga Mines, will follow the event. Mayor Davis said “Our community was consulted on this project, and I’m pleased to share that there was strong support for Roobot’s installation in Emmaville. This striking sculpture is not only a generous gift from Taronga Mines Pty Ltd but also…
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Aug
21
2025
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Rotary’s Mherv Van to Visit Glen Innes

Rotary’s Mherv Van to Visit Glen Innes

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A mobile health service aiming to “save local lives” will be visiting Glen Innes later this month, offering free health checks to the local community. The Rotary Men’s Health Education Rural Van (mherv), a project operated by the Rotary Club of Warners Bay in collaboration with local Rotary clubs and community organisations, will be stationed in Glen Innes on Friday 29 and Saturday 30 August 2025. The van will be located on the right-hand side of the Town Hall on Grey Street and open from 9.30am to 3.30pm on both days. mherv has been operating for over six years across…
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Aug
20
2025
By Newsroom
Glen Innes Convent to Change Hands with Plans for Events Venue

Glen Innes Convent to Change Hands with Plans for Events Venue

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A well-known Glen Innes landmark, known locally as “The Convent”, has been sold with an unconditional exchange of contracts. Principal of the selling agency Raine & Horne Rural Glen Innes, Nellie Hayes, said the sale met expectations under good conditions. The property attracted strong interest during the campaign, with more than 220 enquiries and 17 offers received. Although the final price has not been disclosed, the property was marketed with a price guide of $1.5 million. The buyers are from outside the district and intend to proceed with the existing Development Approval (DA). The approval allows the convent site to…
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Aug
20
2025
By Eve Chappell
Our Local History – Ben Lomond

Our Local History – Ben Lomond

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For the centenary of the Ben Lomond school in 1985 a committee of Tony Judge, Bill & Kate Every, Rose Coward, Sedge & Leonie Ormerod, and Patsy Fulloon compiled an excellent history of the area. Earliest pioneers up there were Thomas Perry who took up Ben Lomond station and Andrew Wauchope - Moredun. In the early 1880s a huge workforce of railway workers lived in tents along the route of the railway construction. They toiled to lay lines, carve out cuttings and raise embankments with only basic equipment for this track from Armidale that was completed to Glen Innes in…
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Aug
19
2025
By Newsroom
Decades on the Land, Now Selling It

Decades on the Land, Now Selling It

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Paul Gellie has joined the rural sales team at Colin Say & Co in Glen Innes, bringing decades of farming experience and strong local knowledge to the role. Although new to real estate — starting just two months ago — Paul has been a client of the agency for more than 30 years. “I’m pretty entrenched in the business and understand the makeup of Colin Say & Co and the depth they’ve got,” he said. “It’s been good to come on board and get the opportunity to do rural sales.” A lifelong farmer involved in both the cattle and sheep…
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