Local News – Page 40 – Glen Innes News

Apr

28

2025

Council to Consult Community on Possible Rate Rise

Council, Local NewsAndrew Parsons, Bernard Smith, David Scott, Deepwater, Emmaville, Glen Innes Severn Council, Glen Innes Severn Public & TAFE Library, IPART, Margot Davis, Special Rate Variation, Troy Arandale

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, as part of its effort to address long-term financial sustainability. At its Ordinary Meeting held in April, councillors endorsed a number of strategies and plans under the Shaping Tomorrow Community Engagement Program. The program will gauge ratepayer sentiment on future planning priorities and potential SRV options. The community consultation period will run until 6 June 2025, with a final decision to be made at the Council’s meeting on 19 June. The…

Apr

27

2025

By Newsroom

Fourth goodnessgravel a Hit

Local News, SportsGlen Innes Severn Council, Glen Innes Showgrounds, Goodness Gravel, Jim A Barker, Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service Glen Innes Support Group, Will Levy

The fourth annual goodnessgravel riding event was another outstanding success. 135 riders experienced the local sights as part of a weekend cycling event at Glen Innes on Saturday 12th April 2025. An Australian bike event company, goodnessgravel, in partnership with the Glen Innes Severn Council, hosted this gravel riding mini-festival. On Saturday, the main event consisted of a 125 kilometre ride with over 1,700 metres of climbing, there was also a shorter 75 km ride with over 1,000m of climbing and then a ‘Piccolo’ course of 35 km course with 450m of climbing with all courses traveling through the glorious…

Apr

27

2025

By Newsroom

Federal Election Candidates to Speak at Glen Innes Forum

Local NewsBarnaby Joyce, Brent Larkham, Federal Election 2025, Glen Innes & District Services Club, Glen Innes Business Chamber, Glen Innes News, Laura Hughes, Natasha Ledger, Troy Arandale, Wendy Wales

A "Meet the Candidates 2025: Federal Edition" forum will be held on Monday, 28 April at the Glen Innes Services Club, starting at 6:00 PM. The forum will give local residents an opportunity to hear directly from the candidates contesting the Seat of New England at the upcoming federal election. Each candidate will have the chance to present their platform and answer questions from the audience, providing valuable insight into their priorities and plans for the region. The evening will be moderated by Chamber President Troy Arandale and aims to offer a respectful and informative environment for discussion. All candidates,…

Apr

26

2025

By Carol Harris

Your Lawn: A Secret Superhero

Local News, Rural

Did you know pastures and lawns are more than just green spaces or places for cows and sheep? They play an important role in the environment and our well-being – even in town areas! Pastures do wonders for soil health and water retention, preventing erosion and improving the quality of water that runs through our landscapes. But it’s not just rural paddocks where they have a positive impact – urban green spaces like parks and lawns also contribute to your well-being. Walking barefoot on grass is often referred to as “earthing”. Research shows that spending time in these green spaces…

Apr

25

2025

By Newsroom

Glen Innes ANZAC Day March 2025 Photo Gallery

Local NewsANZAC Day

A large crowd attended the ANZAC Day March in Glen Innes this morning to pay their respects to those who have served, those who made the ultimate sacrifice, and those who continue to serve today.

Apr

24

2025

By Newsroom

Author Joanne Austen Brown to Speak at Glen Innes Library – April 26

Local NewsGlen Innes Severn Public & TAFE Library, Joanne Austen Brown

Author Joanne Austen Brown moved to Glen Innes in September 2024. Joanne is an author of Historical Romance, Murder Mystery and Historical Time Travel fiction. The Glen Innes Severn Public & TAFE Library is fortunate to be hosting Joanne for an Author Talk on Saturday 26 April, 10am- 12pm. We asked her a few questions, so we could get to know her beforehand. Why Glen Innes? We wanted to come to a small town with a great community spirit, also the weather had to be cooler. Glen Innes fits the bill perfectly. Do you only write Historical Romance? Yes and…

Apr

24

2025

By Eve Chappell

Our Local History – Celtic Connections

Local NewsOur Local History

Glen Innes’ Celtic connections go right back to the arrival of the first white settlers in 1838 when the Boyd family from Selkirkshire in Scotland took up Boyds Plains – now Stonehenge Station. Although Wellingrove was our first official centre, it was soon realised it was too isolated. When Surveyor JJ Galloway laid out the town in its present location in 1852, he surveyed it beside the track, the Great North Road, which ran between Armidale and Drayton (forerunner of Toowoomba). At the suggestion of Archibald Mosman, the town was named in honour of Caithness-born Major Archibald Clunes Innes -…

Apr

23

2025

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Glen Innes Sheep Saleyards Meet Modern Standards with eID Upgrade

Local News, RuralAaron Campbell, Brendan Moylan, Glen Innes Saleyards, Glen Innes Severn Council, Margot Davis, Riarna Sheridan, Richard Quinn, Saleyards

The Glen Innes sheep saleyards have been brought in line with the latest livestock traceability standards following the installation of electronic identification (eID) technology. The upgrade was made possible through a $193,101 grant secured from the NSW Department of Primary Industries. Under new legislative requirements, all sheep and goats must be electronically tagged before arriving at saleyards. Upon arrival, the eID tags are scanned and read, enabling full traceability of livestock from farm to processor. With the new equipment in place, the Glen Innes sheep saleyards now fully comply with these updated regulations. Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan welcomed…

Apr

23

2025

By Newsroom

Upcoming Federal Election: Where and When to Vote in Glen Innes

Local NewsBen Lomond, Ben Lomond War Memorial Hall, Deepwater, Deepwater School of Arts Hall, Emmaville, Emmaville Central School, Federal Election 2025, Glen Innes Public School, Uniting Church Hall

With the Australian federal election approaching, voters in the Glen Innes region are encouraged to plan ahead and understand their options for casting their vote. Polling day is set for Saturday, 3rd May, with polling places open from 8 am to 6 pm. Early Voting Options For those unable to vote on polling day, early voting is available either in person or by post. Early in-person voting in Glen Innes will take place at: Uniting Church Hall Glen Innes70 Macquarie Street Early voting hours are: Saturday, 26 April – 9 am to 4 pm Monday, 28 April to Thursday, 1…

Apr

22

2025

By Newsroom

Fallen Tree Cuts Power to 1,300+ in Glen Innes

Local NewsEssential Energy

Over 1,300 Essential Energy customers in Glen Innes are without electricity. A large tree has fallen onto power lines on Ferguson Street. Essential Energy have advised that they do not know when the electricity will be restored, but assured that they have staff investigating the issue and working on a resolution.