Local News – Page 8 – Glen Innes News

Mar

26

2026

Welcome to the Grey Street Grocer

Local NewsGrey Street Grocer

Could you ever have imagined a French Provincial style gourmet experience in the heart of Glen Innes? A place where you can pick up morning tea treats, grab lunch for the office or take home a freshly prepared family meal made with quality local produce? You do not have to imagine it anymore. Grey Street Gourmet Grocer has opened its doors, bringing a stylish new food destination to the town. The business is the creation of Alex Kennedy and Ash Forbes, the couple behind this glamorous addition to the Grey Street streetscape. The store has been refurbished in French Provincial…

Mar

24

2026

By Newsroom

LOCAL ARTISANS READY FOR SEASONS OF NEW ENGLAND EXPO THIS WEEKEND

Local News, RuralSeasons of New England

Uralla may be home to just 2,728 people, but on 28 and 29 March the town will welcome visitors from across Australia, with the Seasons of New England Expo tipped to generate a $2 million regional economic boost. Now firmly established as the region’s largest makers expo by attendance and economic impact, Seasons of New England draws travelers who come to experience locally made food, drink and artisan goods - and stay to explore the towns, villages and landscapes of the wider New England region. Data collected by the event organisers shows that over 60 percent of attendees now travel…

Mar

20

2026

By Newsroom

School of Arts Pilot Project – Submissions Open

Council, Local NewsSchool of Arts

Glen Innes Severn Council is calling on local creatives, educators and community organisations to help shape a new School of Arts and Music pilot set to launch in April. Expressions of Interest are now open for musicians, artists, teachers, creative practitioners, businesses and community groups keen to be part of the initiative, which will begin in the week starting 20 April 2026, in line with the start of Term 2. The pilot will be based at the former Severn Shire Council building at 181 Bourke Street, with the Council-owned facility currently undergoing repainting and preparation works. Council will take on…

Mar

19

2026

By Annette Bain

Jewish Cookbook – A Glen Innes Connection

Local NewsGourmet Fiesta

New Cookbook from the Monday Morning Cooking Club Members of the Glen Innes Gourmet Fiesta Committee were delighted to recently catch up with an old friend while she was visiting town, Merelyn Chalmers from the Monday Morning Cooking Club. The connection between the cooking group and Glen Innes dates back to 2018, when the Gourmet Fiesta Committee invited the Monday Club cooks to appear as Celebrity Chefs at the Glen Innes Show. Merelyn remembers the visit fondly. “We were all blown away by the welcome in the community and how much we had in common in the way we cooked,…

Mar

18

2026

By Newsroom

Australian Unity Celebrates Opening of New Glen Innes Office

Local News, RuralAustralian Unity

Established over 180 years ago, Australian Unity is Australia’s first wellbeing company, delivering health, wealth and care services to members and communities across the country. Within the New England region, Australian Unity’s Neighbourhood team supports clients to live safely and independently in their own homes across Tenterfield, Glen Innes, Inverell, Bingara and Moree. Services include domestic assistance, personal care, meal preparation, transport, social support and access to allied health services, helping older Australians remain connected to their communities. On 25 February, Australian Unity officially celebrated the opening of its new Glen Innes office with a morning tea launch. The event…

Mar

17

2026

By Newsroom

GLEN INNES MOVES TO LEVEL 2 WATER RESTRICTIONS

Council, Local NewsGlen Innes Severn Council

Glen Innes Severn Council has implemented Level 2 water restrictions for Glen Innes after recent inspections of Beardy Weir, which supplies the town’s water. The restrictions have been implemented following inspections that confirmed water levels reached the trigger for Level 2 restrictions under Council’s Drought Management Plan. General Manager Bernard Smith said the move to Level 2 restrictions was an adopted step under the plan and part of Council’s normal approach to managing the town’s water supply. “These trigger points are in place so decisions are made early and consistently,” Mr Smith said. “They help Council manage water use before…

Mar

17

2026

By Newsroom

100th year Anniversary: All Saints Anglican Church Torrington

Local News, RuralAll Saints Church Torrington

History of Torrington All Saints Anglican Church “Ä symbol of endurance and Community Spirit” As far back as 1948 preparations were being made for the construction of this Church. Then known as The Church of England, (changed to Anglican Church in 1981) services were being held in homes. Much fund raising was done with dances, plays, fancy dress competitions & sports days where home made cakes & pies were on sale. Quite a few locals had musical instruments so music could be heard around most events. A young man by the name of George Trewhella (called Ginger George because of…

Mar

16

2026

By Newsroom

Molly Chard: Lions Youth of the Year Zone Finalist

Local NewsGlen Innes Lions Club, Youth Of The Year

Glen Innes student Molly Chard has been named the winner of the Zone Final of the Lions Youth of the Year competition, held in Glen Innes on Sunday, 15 March. Molly, who is the 2026 Head Prefect at PLC Armidale, impressed judges across a demanding day of competition that tested leadership, communication skills and community awareness. The competition involved a particularly challenging series of back-to-back assessments. Molly first undertook a 40-minute panel interview, where students were questioned on topics including leadership, community involvement and current affairs. This was followed by two impromptu speeches, where competitors were required to respond to topics with only a short preparation time…

Mar

16

2026

By Newsroom

Creating character at TAS

Local News, School NewsThe Armidale School

For Glen Innes siblings Emily, Tom, Josh and Matthew Pietsch, boarding at TAS has opened the door to huge range of opportunities, yet stay together as they develop into capable, kind and confident young people. Emily, in Year 11, has rowed, played rugby and completed the school’s coveted Triple Crown challenge award, for students who complete the 2km Coffs Ocean Swim, 14km City to Surf run and the 19 for Nineteen charity walk during the time at school. This month she was presented with her Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award and is currently gaining her Rural Fire Service qualifications after…

Mar

13

2026

By Newsroom

Grafton to Inverell Cycle Classic this Saturday

Council, Local News, SportsGrafton to Inverell Cycle Classic

The city of Grafton in the northern rivers of NSW will host the start of the 65th edition of the Squadron Energy Grafton to Inverell Cycle Classic on Saturday 14 March 2026. The Classic is one of Australia’s most challenging road cycling races, renowned for its difficult terrain and gruelling distance. Starting in the Clarence Valley, the race follows the Gwydir Highway to the New England High Country, attracting top cyclists from across the country and international competitors. In 2026, the event will again be round five of the ProVelo Super League (PSL), an annual cycling league hosted across Australia…