Local News

Jan
18
2025
By Newsroom
Australia Day 2025

Australia Day 2025

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The local Australia Day festivities begin this year with a free breakfast being served at Pinkett Hall from 8am, followed by free morning tea at Glen Innes & District Services Club in Glen Innes from 10:30am. After morning tea, the morning at the Services Club continues with official ceremonies and award presentations from 11:30am. There are a number of awards being presented on the day. Organisers have said that the calibre of the nominees was very high and that it was very difficult for the judging panel to decide on a winner in many of the award categories. Citizen of…
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Jan
17
2025
By Brendan Moylan MP
A Local Update From Brendan Moylan MP

A Local Update From Brendan Moylan MP

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Welcome to 2025 It is great to welcome a new year Wishing a Happy New Year to everyone across the Northern Tablelands! I hope you all had a restful and enjoyable holiday season. 2024 was a big year, and I’m excited see what’s in store for 2025. I look forward to continuing my efforts to represent and serve the communities across the region this year. If you have any concerns or issues you’d like to discuss, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Armidale or Moree electorate offices. Race days It was a shame to see the weather…
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Jan
17
2025
By Marlene Lewis
Glen Innes Severn Council Moves Forward with FOGO Collection Service

Glen Innes Severn Council Moves Forward with FOGO Collection Service

Council, Local News, ,
Glen Innes Severn Council plans to introduce a food organics and garden organics (FOGO) collection service. This initiative aligns with the NSW Government's objectives to reduce organic waste sent to landfill by 50% and achieve net-zero emissions from landfill organics by 2030. In April 2024, Glen Innes Severn Council received $145,500 through the NSW Government’s FOGO grants program. This funding will assist the Council in implementing the FOGO service which will be part of its broader long-term Waste and Resource Recovery Strategy. This year, the Council will undertake a study to explore waste and resource recovery options. Mayor Margot Davis…
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Jan
16
2025
By Newsroom
Blue-Green Algae Alert Issued for Beardy Waters

Blue-Green Algae Alert Issued for Beardy Waters

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Water NSW has issued a red alert warning for blue-green algae in Beardy Waters and Beardy Waters Weir. This naturally occurring seasonal issue affects untreated water and has implications for recreational use and livestock. The red alert warning advises against consuming untreated water from the affected areas, as boiling does not remove algae toxins. Recreational activities such as swimming, canoeing, and fishing should also be avoided until the alert is lifted. Council and Water NSW are actively monitoring the situation and working to address the issue. Glen Innes Severn Council has reassured the community that treated water from the Beardy…
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Jan
16
2025
By Newsroom
Appeal To Locate Man Missing From Glen Innes

Appeal To Locate Man Missing From Glen Innes

Local News
Police are appealing for assistance to locate a man missing from the state’s north-west. Jordie Zarro, aged 27, was last seen about 6pm on Wednesday (15 January 2025) at a licensed premises on Grey Street, Glen Innes. When he could not be located or contacted, officers attached to New England Police District were notified and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts. Police and family hold concerns for Jordie’s welfare. He is described as being of Mediterranean/Middle Eastern appearance, about 175cm – 180cm tall, of thin build, with dark curly/scruffy hair. Jordie was last seen wearing a black t-shirt and blue jeans.…
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Jan
16
2025
By Eve Chappell
Our History – Communications

Our History – Communications

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How did we receive our news? By bullock wagon from Morpeth or  Grafton, crossed letters taking many months; by bush telegraph, on coaches  likely be held up by Thunderbolt and the mailbags stolen; news of ‘The Old Country’ in the Illustrated  London News; town cryers, bill posters, New England Times, Armidale Express, Maitland Mercury,  Glen Innes Guardian, Glen Innes Examiner,  Emmaville Argus, Deepwater Despatch, Castlerag Miner, Profile, telegrams, letter cards… The Glen Innes Examiner ceased hard copy publication on September 19, 2024, just short of the 150th anniversary. Ron Robinson then editor of the Examiner championed the formation of the…
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Jan
16
2025
By David Lewis
Glen Innes News Printed Edition Launches Today

Glen Innes News Printed Edition Launches Today

Local News
We’re thrilled to bring you the very first print edition of Glen Innes News! This marks an exciting step forward for us after launching online in November 2024, and we’re delighted to continue sharing stories that matter to our community—now in a format you can hold in your hands. The print version of Glen Innes News is available from a wide variety of outlets across the Glen Innes Highlands region, including local shops, cafes, community hubs and the newsagent. A list of pick-up locations is available on our website by clicking here. You can also read the latest print edition…
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Jan
15
2025
By Newsroom
ANZAC Park Playground Set for Major Upgrade

ANZAC Park Playground Set for Major Upgrade

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Glen Innes Severn Council has announced significant progress in the upgrade of the ANZAC Park Playground, with an additional $600,000 in funding approved under Round 2 of the Australian Government’s Growing Regions Program. This funding complements the $500,000 secured in 2022 through the NSW Government’s Stronger Country Communities Fund Round 5, alongside $100,000 committed by the Council, bringing the total project investment to $1.2 million. The existing playground at ANZAC Park is set for a much-needed transformation, addressing the increasing demand for modern, accessible, and inclusive recreational facilities. In September 2022, the Council received a letter on behalf of local…
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Jan
11
2025
By Newsroom
No Races Today, But The Festivities Continue

No Races Today, But The Festivities Continue

Local News, Sports,
The highly anticipated Glen Innes Races, scheduled for today, will not run a race today but all of the other planned action at the racecourse is still on. Racing NSW stewards conducted a track inspection early this morning and deemed the surface unsuitable for racing after rainfall over the last 24 hours. This year’s event will be a Running Phantom meeting featuring: Fashions on the Field Bookies Bar Marquee Live Music Gold Coast Magic Millions streamed live on the big screens Ticket fees have been waived meaning that entry is now free. All marquee ticket inclusions will proceed as planned,…
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Jan
11
2025
By David Scott
Vicious Storm Hits Glen

Vicious Storm Hits Glen

Local News
Let's talk about the weather…. Friday’s storm The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has been forecasting  it for days, the hope of a few mm here a few mm there … but little showers have skirted by Glen without anything to show. It came down this Friday afternoon as a thick band of dark, menacing cloud  came in from the west.  At its height, ferocious winds, torrential rain and horizontal hail. The GI weather station recorded in excess of 38mm but recordings varied enormously but what everyone agreed upon was the ferocity over such a short time span.  Hail from pea…
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