Apr
30
2026
Apr
30
2026
Apr
16
2026
Epic Campdraft and Horse Sale
Glen Innes is set to come alive with the sound of hooves and the buzz of competition as the Epic Horse Sale Campdraft rides into town, bringing with it a major boost of energy, visitors, and rural spectacle. After five successful years in Armidale, organisers have relocated the event to Glen Innes following a scheduling clash—an opportunity that has quickly turned into a win for the local community. This year’s event promises to be bigger than ever, attracting horses and competitors from right across New South Wales and Queensland. The scale alone is impressive. Around 120 horses will go under…
Apr
16
2026
Apr
08
2026
ELKS SECURE FUNDING FOR SEATING UPGRADE
Spectators at the Glen Innes Elks home fixtures will now have somewhere to sit and enjoy the spectacle with Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan delivering funding for new seating. Mr Moylan secured $15,860 for the club to purchase grandstand seats through the Local Sport Grant Program. The Elks have around 50 to 60 players and field a men’s and a women’s team in the New England Rugby Union competition, which begins with a Glen Innes home game against the Barbarians on 18 April. “The Glen Innes Elks have a long and proud history in the New England competition, but…
Apr
05
2026
Shearers’ Ambrose Wins Again for Mental Health
You might remember that back in December last year, our community was preparing the second ever Shearers’ Ambrose Charity Golf Day. The weather turned out to be sensational after a few rainy days. 28 teams involving 83 players took to the course and hit some impressive shots amongst enjoying icy cold beverages and juicy steak sandwiches, proudly and expertly prepared by our local Lions volunteers. Congratulations to the following winners on the day: Scratch Winners – Nick Levy, Nathan Levy and B Coppick Scratch Runners Up – Will Newberry, Ethan Bain and Shad Bailey Nett Winners – Charlie Cush, Bryce…
Mar
31
2026
Weekly Golf Wrapup
Ladies Golf 16 ladies played a stableford event on Wednesday. Winner was Julie Newsome with 40 points, backing up her win in the Par event the previous week. Runner up was Leta Kempton with a great 37 points. Pru Newby picked up the nearest the pin on the 12th. Wednesday Mens A smaller field of 18 players competed in the Wednesday Stableford. Winner was Graham Price with 40 points with Gary Cameron coming in second with 39 points. Golfing partners Jarad Collins, Dawso and Andrew McGovern cleaned up the majority of the nearest the pins, with Jared taking the Pro…
Mar
31
2026
Extra splash of summer as pool season extended
Glen Innes locals aren’t quite done with swimming season yet, with Council confirming an extension for the Glen Innes Aquatic Centre into April. Instead of closing at the end of March, the pool will remain open until Sunday 19 April 2026, giving residents a few extra weeks to squeeze in a swim as the weather begins to cool. To make the most of the autumn sunshine, opening hours will shift to the warmest part of the day, with the centre open daily from 11am to 4pm. The extended season also covers part of the Easter break. The pool will be…
Mar
13
2026
Grafton to Inverell Cycle Classic this Saturday
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…