Carol Sparks

Aug
06
2025
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Glen Innes Welcomes Essential Workers

Glen Innes Welcomes Essential Workers

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New residents were treated to a warm and lively introduction to Glen Innes at the recent Welcome to Glen Innes Pizza Night, held on Saturday 19 July at the Great Central Hotel. Organised by Local Connect as part of The Welcome Experience — a NSW Government–funded program aimed at supporting the settlement and retention of essential workers in regional communities — the evening brought together around 30 guests in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Led locally by Glen Innes Community Connector Pagan Kelly, the event provided an opportunity for essential workers who are new to the area to meet one…
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Jul
23
2025
By Newsroom
Chair Yoga Classes Move to Larger Venue

Chair Yoga Classes Move to Larger Venue

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Glen Innes Severn Council’s Life Choices Support Services (LC-SS) is relocating its popular “Gentle Stretches from a Chair” program to the Glen Innes Services Club following strong community interest and growing attendance numbers. The classes, delivered by Yoga with Bron, offer gentle, chair-based stretching and movement specifically designed to support the physical wellbeing and social connection of aged care participants. The new venue will allow up to 30 people per session and provides a more spacious and accessible environment for the growing group. Acting Mayor Carol Sparks said the Council is encouraged by the strong response to the program and…
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Jul
21
2025
By Newsroom
Youth Booth Named Awards Finalist

Youth Booth Named Awards Finalist

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The Youth Booth has been named a finalist in the 2025 Local Government Week Awards for delivering one of New South Wales’ most outstanding Youth Week programs. The nomination places Glen Innes Severn Council in the spotlight for its efforts to support and engage young people across the region. The finalist recognition comes after the success of Youth Week 2025, which featured a diverse range of events tailored for young people living in Glen Innes Severn. Activities included a gaming night, movie night, inflatable fun day and a guided cultural walk at The Willows — all planned and delivered with…
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Jul
16
2025
By Newsroom
Australian Standing Stones Now on the Map

Australian Standing Stones Now on the Map

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The Australian Standing Stones in Glen Innes have received formal recognition from the NSW Government, with the site now officially named and gazetted by the Geographical Names Board of NSW. The decision marks a significant milestone in acknowledging the cultural and historical importance of the monument. The official name now appears in the NSW Government Gazette, meaning the site is formally included in state records and mapping systems. This change supports the landmark’s ongoing preservation and raises its profile in regional planning and tourism materials. Located in Centennial Parklands, the Standing Stones are widely recognised as a nationally significant cultural…
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Jul
09
2025
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Glen Innes Severn Council Assumes Local Weed Management Duties

Glen Innes Severn Council Assumes Local Weed Management Duties

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Glen Innes Severn Council has officially taken on responsibility for invasive and noxious weed control in the local government area, following the dissolution of the New England Weeds Authority (NEWA) last month. The transition, effective from 16 June 2025, marks the end of more than 75 years of operation for NEWA, one of NSW’s first single-purpose county councils established in 1947. NEWA had been responsible for managing invasive weeds across the New England region, acting as the Local Control Authority (LCA) under the Biosecurity Act 2015. The move follows a series of governance and financial issues that came to light…
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Jun
23
2025
By Newsroom
One Meeting, Two Outcomes: Council Cancels Its Own Pay Decision

One Meeting, Two Outcomes: Council Cancels Its Own Pay Decision

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A plan for Glen Innes Severn councillors to take a pay cut and donate the savings to a local charity was approved—then overturned—all in the same meeting. At the 19 June council meeting, councillors first voted in favour of reducing their pay to the lowest level allowed by law and giving the difference to the Glen Innes & District Community Centre. The plan, proposed by Cr Scott, would have seen nearly $43,000 donated over the next year to help support local people doing it tough. The original proposal was for councillors to be paid about $3,400 less for the year,…
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