48.3% Rate Rise Approved by IPART
Council's press release of 2 June 2026 Read IPART's decision here:
Jun
02
2026
Jun
01
2026
May
23
2026
COUNCIL BACKS NATIONAL CAMPAIGN TO PROTECT REGIONAL BANKING SERVICES
Latest Press release from Council can be found here.
May
11
2026
May
05
2026
Framework to Guide Future Growth Across Glen Innes Severn
Glen Innes Severn Council has taken a significant step toward shaping the region’s long-term future, endorsing the draft Glen Innes Highlands Precincts and Activation Framework for public exhibition. At its Ordinary Meeting on 23 April 2026, Council resolved to place the draft Framework on exhibition by the end of May, following amendments made during the meeting. Community feedback will be sought before a final version is considered in July. The Framework represents the first coordinated, evidence-based approach to precinct planning and activation across the entire Local Government Area. It establishes a clear structure recognising the unique role and character of…
May
04
2026
COUNCIL FACILITATED STATE OF THE ART HEALTH FACILITY NOW OPEN
Glen Innes Severn Council Mayor Margot Davis, this week welcomed the opening of the first local Computed Tomography (CT) scanning facility, marking a significant step forward in healthcare access, liveability and economic development for Glen Innes and the surrounding area. The facility, delivered by New England CT Pty Ltd, a locally owned family business dedicated to improving regional healthcare, commenced operations last week following Council’s strategic decision at its Extraordinary Meeting in March 2025 to approve the sale of 146 Church Street and part of 148 Church Street, the former Essential Energy site. Councillor Davis said, “This facility is only…
Apr
30
2026
Apr
20
2026
Crackdown on Illicit Tobacco and Vaping in New England Welcomed
A recent multi-agency compliance operation targeting illicit tobacco and vaping products across the New England region has delivered significant results, with an estimated $84,000 worth of illegal goods seized and several retail premises temporarily shut down. Between Wednesday 15 April and Thursday 16 April 2026, officers from New England Police District and NSW Health Tobacco Regulation and Enforcement carried out a coordinated operation focusing on non-licensed tobacconists. The action followed sustained community concern, formal complaints, and ongoing advocacy highlighting the growing presence of illegal tobacco and vaping products in the region. Three premises across Armidale and Glen Innes were issued…
Apr
10
2026
Water Supply Update
Glen Innes Severn Council is continuing to closely monitor water levels at Beardy Weir as dry conditions persist across the region, with current Level 2 water restrictions remaining in place for Glen Innes under Council’s Drought Management Plan. Beardy Weir is Glen Innes’ main water source, and inspections earlier this year confirmed water levels had reached the trigger point for Level 2 restrictions, prompting Council to act early to manage water use responsibly. General Manager Bernard Smith said water use across the town has already begun to decline, however further reductions are still required. “Under Level 2 restrictions, typical national…
Mar
17
2026
GLEN INNES MOVES TO LEVEL 2 WATER RESTRICTIONS
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…