Local News

Mar
22
2025
By Newsroom
Local Cane Toad Sighting Reported

Local Cane Toad Sighting Reported

Local News, Rural, ,
Glen Innes Severn Council has been alerted to a report of a cane toad (Rhinella marina) sighting within the local area. Authorities from the NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) and Northern Tablelands Local Land Services are collaborating with the individual who reported the sighting, as well as local businesses, to ensure biosecurity measures are in place to conduct inspections. Cane toads pose a significant threat to ecosystems and communities. They can spread by hiding in freight, green waste, and timber, potentially establishing new populations. Under the NSW Biosecurity Act 2015, they are classified as a declared pest, meaning sightings…
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Mar
20
2025
By Shane Snowden
Bone Density + Exercise

Bone Density + Exercise

Local News
What is Osteoporosis/Osteopenia? Osteoporosis affects 1.2 million Australians, where bones become fragile and brittle leading to a higher risk of fractures than in normal bones. This can affect any bones particularly hip, spine, wrist, ribs and forearms. Osteoporosis/Osteopenia occur when bones lose minerals, such as calcium, quicker than the body can replace, leading to a loss of bone thickness (bone density). Various risk factors exist affecting men and women which include age, medical conditions including malabsorption, perimenopause, cancer and its treatment and autoimmune conditions. Osteoporosis usually has no symptoms until a fracture occurs which is why it is often called…
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Mar
19
2025
By Newsroom
Glen Innes Cup Race Day Set for May 10

Glen Innes Cup Race Day Set for May 10

Local News, Sports
The Glen Innes Jockey Club has announced that the Glen Innes Cup Race Day, traditionally held in January, has been rescheduled to Saturday, 10 May 2025. This year's event was postponed due to unsuitable track conditions following heavy rainfall. Cassandra Hill, Publicity Officer at the Glen Innes Jockey Club expressed enthusiasm about the new date, stating, "This is very exciting for the Jockey Club but also for the Glen Innes community. We are really looking forward to it and hope that the community can come together and get behind and support it."​ Hill also highlighted the novelty of a winter…
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Mar
18
2025
By Newsroom
Australian Celtic Festival – Opportunities for Local Businesses

Australian Celtic Festival – Opportunities for Local Businesses

Local News,
Glen Innes is set to come alive from 1–4 May 2025 with the return of the Australian Celtic Festival (ACF), celebrating the cultures of Brittany, Cornwall, and Wales. As one of Australia’s largest Celtic festivals, the event is expected to draw thousands of visitors eager to experience traditional music, dance, and heritage. A Taste of Celtic Culture: The Australian Celtic Festival Celtic Food Trail Local restaurants, cafés, and pubs are invited to take part in the ACF Celtic Food Trail by creating special menu items inspired by the cuisines of Brittany, Cornwall, Ireland, the Isle of Man, Scotland, and Wales.…
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Mar
18
2025
By Newsroom
Police Seek Witnesses to Two-Vehicle Crash on New England Highway

Police Seek Witnesses to Two-Vehicle Crash on New England Highway

Local News, , ,
New England Police are calling for witnesses following a two-vehicle collision on the New England Highway near Grafton Street, Glen Innes, yesterday morning. Emergency services responded to the incident at around 11 am, where they found a Toyota utility had overturned and landed on its roof after colliding with a Toyota SUV. The occupants of the ute, a 61-year-old man and a 65-year-old woman, sustained minor cuts and were treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being transported to Armidale Hospital for further care. The driver of the SUV, a 17-year-old boy, suffered a minor hand injury. He…
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Mar
17
2025
By Annette Bain
The Hon Nichole Overall MLC Visits Glen Innes VIEW Club

The Hon Nichole Overall MLC Visits Glen Innes VIEW Club

Local News, , , ,
More than 70 rural women from Gunnedah, Manilla, Tamworth and Glen Innes VIEW Clubs gathered at the Services Club, Glen Innes, to celebrate International Women's Day on 8th March. They also came to hear a keynote address from the Member for Monaro, The Hon Nichole Overall MLC, a member of The Nationals. Nichole’s life has included some very significant first achievements: growing up in the Riverina she was the first member of her family to attend university and she was the first woman elected to hold the seat of Monaro. She was encouraged to run for Parliament by her friend…
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Mar
16
2025
By Newsroom
St Joseph’s Students Shine at Diocesan Swimming Carnival

St Joseph’s Students Shine at Diocesan Swimming Carnival

Local News, School News
Following their school swimming carnival, twelve students from St Joseph's Primary School in Glen Innes travelled to Gunnedah on 28 February to represent their school in the Diocesan Swimming Carnival. The students had an exceptional day of competition, with several securing places at the upcoming Polding Championships. The following students have progressed: Kash McPhillips - Senior Boys 50m Backstroke Phoebe Newberry - Senior Girls 4 x 50m Relay Felicity Adams - Senior Girls 4 x 50m Relay Maggie Doust - 11 Years Girls 50m Freestyle; Senior Girls 4 x 50m Relay; 11 Years Girls 50m Breaststroke Zara Correy - 11…
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Mar
15
2025
By Newsroom
Glen Innes to Celebrate Harmony Day with Community Event

Glen Innes to Celebrate Harmony Day with Community Event

Council, Local News, , ,
Glen Innes Severn Council is inviting the community to a special Harmony Day event on 21 March 2025, celebrating the region’s rich cultural diversity and fostering inclusivity. With almost 20 per cent of local residents born overseas, the event will provide an opportunity for the community to come together, share traditions and appreciate the many cultures that contribute to the identity of the Glen Innes Severn area. Mayor Margot Davis highlighted the importance of the event in recognising the contributions of diverse backgrounds to the community. “Our community is enriched by people from diverse backgrounds, and Harmony Day is a…
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Mar
14
2025
By Brendan Moylan MP
A Local Update From Brendan Moylan MP

A Local Update From Brendan Moylan MP

Local News, , , ,
Community forums I met with leaders from the Glen Innes community last week to discuss healthcare and community safety. It was great to catch-up and chat about those important topics. Glen Innes Show The Glen Innes Show was a fantastic success last month. Held over three days, people came from all over the area to attend. It was excellent to wander around and talk with attendees as well as see everything on offer. Congratulations to the Glen Innes Show Society for holding such a wonderful event, it truly is the ‘Royal of the North’. Proposal to split the Hunter New…
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Mar
14
2025
By Raelene Watson
Glen Innes Art Gallery Inc – March Update

Glen Innes Art Gallery Inc – March Update

Local News,
The gallery had a wonderful exhibition with Australian Summer. Now, we have a spectacular exhibition that opened on March 10th, ‘Absolutely Abstract’ and the only thing I can say is, it is absolutely spectacular! We have new exhibitors in both painting and pottery. There are very large entries that are interesting. The colours in all the artworks are amazing! Some of our regular exhibitors have tested themselves and worked outside their comfort zone with fabulous results. Our gala, scheduled for 8th March, was postponed due to the weather. Check out our Facebook page for updates www.facebook.com/gleninnesartgallery This exhibit runs until…
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