Glen Innes Show

Feb
26
2026
By Newsroom
Skin Check highly successful

Skin Check highly successful

Local News, Rural, Sports, ,
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,…
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Feb
20
2026
By David Scott
What a Great Show

What a Great Show

Local News, Rural
The Glen Innes Show has once again proven why it proudly carries the title “Royal of the North,” delivering a fantastic celebration of agriculture, community and country life. This year’s Show was officially opened by Sam Kekovich, the well-known face of the MLA lamb advertisements, who brought his trademark humour and enthusiasm to the occasion. Exhibition pavilions were packed with outstanding entries, showcasing the remarkable talents of local and regional exhibitors. Visitors admired impressive displays of wool, crafts, flowers, vegetables, cooking, apiary, preserves, needlework, photography, poultry and small birds — all reflecting countless hours of dedication. The main arena was…
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Feb
10
2026
By Annette Bain
Celebrity cook Matt Golinski returns to Glen Innes Show

Celebrity cook Matt Golinski returns to Glen Innes Show

Local News, Rural,
When Glen Innes News caught up with celebrity cook Matt Golinski, he had just driven five hours to cook dinner for 140 people — after four days of preparation. “Cooking can be physically hard work,” he said. “But it’s the only thing I’ve always wanted to do.” In his culinary journey, there is no backstory about a Nonna in the kitchen, Matt laughs. He was simply a boy who loved to cook. As a child he baked cakes and sweets, intrigued by how ingredients came together. By high school, he was determined to become a chef and chose any subject…
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Feb
09
2026
By Newsroom
New ride at the Show

New ride at the Show

Local News, Sports
Infinity Ride is proudly presented by Gill Bros Entertainment and will, according to reliable sources,  be making its first time appearance in Australia at the Glen Innes Show this Friday and Saturday. Fresh from the UK it sends 16 passengers spinning in the air at 20m with 5G of power. Located next to Route 66 Dodgem cars it is sure to be an exhilarating experience.
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Feb
07
2026
By Annette Bain
Two Celebrity Chefs Headline Gourmet Fiesta at Glen Innes Show

Two Celebrity Chefs Headline Gourmet Fiesta at Glen Innes Show

Local News, Rural,
n a first for the Gourmet Fiesta at the Glen Innes Show, renowned “Lambassador” Sam Kekovich — star of the iconic Australia Day lamb ads — will appear in the Gourmet Fiesta Marquee alongside celebrity chef Matt Golinski. Sam Kekovich will join Matt Golinski for live appearances at 4pm on Friday 13 February and then on Saturday 14 February for the Gourmet Fiesta lunch at mid-day and then at 2pm. Entry to the Marquee is FREE for all Show attendees. Matt Golinski is a long-time friend of the Glen Innes Show and a familiar face at the Gourmet Fiesta. Committee…
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Jan
30
2026
By Newsroom
Free Skin Cancer Check at the Show

Free Skin Cancer Check at the Show

Local News, Rural, Sports
Skin Patrol, a national provider of doctor-led skin cancer checks, will be offering free skin cancer checks at the Glen Innes Showgrounds from 13 to 15 February 2026, with appointments available from 9.00am each day. The clinic is part of Skin Patrol’s mobile health program, which delivers onsite skin checks across metropolitan, regional and rural Australia. Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world, with one in three Australians expected to be diagnosed in their lifetime. Early detection remains one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of serious outcomes. Skin Patrol’s clinics…
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Jan
02
2026
By Newsroom
Greatest Show in Glen, coming soon!

Greatest Show in Glen, coming soon!

Local News, Rural, Sports
“The Greatest Show in Town”: Glen Innes Prepares for Historic Annual Celebration Glen Innes is gearing up for one of the New England region’s most cherished events – the Glen Innes Show. Running for over 150 years, this iconic celebration, first held in 1869, is widely regarded as one of the finest agricultural shows in New South Wales, and often hailed as the Royal of the North. The 2026 show will take place from Friday, 13 February to Sunday, 15 February. A Jam-Packed Program Visitors can look forward to a full schedule across 39 sections, showcasing everything from livestock and…
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Feb
19
2025
By Chris Richards
sHedway Ambrose Shearer’s Golf Fundraising Success

sHedway Ambrose Shearer’s Golf Fundraising Success

Local News, Sports, , ,
The local organizing committee has been loud with its praise for the golfers, prize donors and the Glen Innes community for their efforts which recently raised more than $10,000, with $8,000 presented at the Glen Innes Show to sHedway representatives for further work in applying the sHedway mental health program. The balance has been retained by the local committee to support next year’s fund raising golf event, the Beardy Shears at the 2026 Show and for other fundraising activities. The sHedway programme works towards suicide prevention and positive mental health in shearing shed personnel through professional counselling, workshops and skill…
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