Apr
30
2026
Apr
16
2026
Moylan Report
THE GOVERNMENT NEEDS TO SUPPORT OUR FARMERS AS DROUGHT WORSENS Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan has called on the Minns Labor Government to start supporting regional communities with more than 70 per cent of his electorate now classed as drought affected. The NSW Department of Primary Industries’ Combined Drought Indicator map indicates the drought status of the entire state. Currently more than 50 per cent is drought affected but Mr Moylan said the government has failed to acknowledge the seriousness of the problem. “I have been banging on doors and doing everything I can to get the government to…
Apr
01
2026
The Moylan Report 31 March 26
EASTER BUNNY AND HIS MATES CAUSING CHAOS BUT AG MINISTER IS NOWHERE TO BE FOUND NSW Shadow Minister for Agriculture Brendan Moylan says the Easter Bunny might get a warm welcome next weekend, but farmers and regional communities across the state aren’t so lucky thanks to a State Government who appears to have taken an extended Easter break. New reports confirm what farmers already know - rabbit populations are booming again, fuelled by perfect seasonal conditions and growing resistance to outdated virus controls. The ABC has highlighted surges across southern NSW, while the SMH warns the nation is “defenceless” against the next wave of…
Mar
24
2026
LOCAL ARTISANS READY FOR SEASONS OF NEW ENGLAND EXPO THIS WEEKEND
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
18
2026
Australian Unity Celebrates Opening of New Glen Innes Office
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
100th year Anniversary: All Saints Anglican 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
11
2026
The Moylan Report – Feral Pigs and Feral Fuel
FERAL PIGS RUN RIOT WHILE THE GOVERNMENT RUNS ANOTHER REVIEW I almost have to laugh. The Minns Labor Government has announced……wait for it…….a “review” into feral pigs. Because obviously what millions of 100-kilo breeding machines tearing up regional NSW really fear is a discussion paper in Macquarie Street. Last week I drove from Armidale to Moree at night, about 250 kilometres of quality agricultural country. Between Bundarra and Bingara alone I counted 21 deer. Across the full trip? Nine foxes and at least 50 pigs. Between Bingara and Gravesend the pigs were so thick in places they were impossible to…
Mar
01
2026
SRV submissions close 9th March
The Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) has released Glen Innes Severn Council’s Special Rate Variation (SRV) application. A three-week community consultation period is open from 17 February to 9 March 2026, giving residents, businesses and community stakeholders the opportunity to provide feedback directly to IPART. Submissions can be made through an online survey The Survey takes about 5 minutes to complete. Written submissions can be made through the IPART’s website. Council is seeking approval for a cumulative SRV of 48.3% over three years. The proposed 48.3% represents the total increase spread across the life of the application — not…
Feb
26
2026
Skin Check highly successful
Skin Patrol was proud to attend the Glen Innes Show for the first time, delivering a dedicated community skin check clinic focused on early detection and accessible care. Across the weekend, 199 community members booked in for a comprehensive skin assessment, with 163 patients screened directly by our Skin Cancer Doctor. Our team saw more than 48 patients on Saturday, and Sunday was our largest clinic day with 58 patients. The strong turnout reflects the Glen Innes community’s proactive approach to skin health and the clear demand for specialist services in regional areas. Seventeen lesions were identified that require follow-up,…
Feb
25
2026
RFS Volunteers: seen locally, nationally and internationally
The past 12 months have been a significant and demanding year for our volunteers within Glen Innes Severn RFS, both locally and further afield. Throughout our 15 brigades within Glen Innes Severn, our members have responded to grass fires, bushfires, structure fires and motor vehicle accidents, while also carrying out hazard reduction activities aimed at protecting homes, farms and critical infrastructure. Behind every callout are hours of training, equipment maintenance, and preparation to ensure crews are ready when needed. In addition to supporting our own community, Glen Innes volunteers have also stepped forward to assist others during major fire events…