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Apr

16

2026

Epic Campdraft and Horse Sale

Local News, SportsGlen Innes Showgrounds

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…

Oct

24

2025

By Newsroom

Triple Challenge Show & Shine Rolls into Glen Innes

Local News, SportsGlen Innes Mens Shed Car Boot and Markets, Glen Innes Showgrounds

Engines will roar and chrome will sparkle as the Glen Innes Motorsports Club hosts its highly anticipated Triple Challenge Show & Shine on Saturday, 1st November, at the Glen Innes Showgrounds. This thrilling community event promises a full day of action, colour, and horsepower — featuring an impressive lineup of cars, trucks, and motorbikes that will turn heads and ignite the passion of motoring enthusiasts young and old. The day kicks off with a vehicle parade at 9am, rolling out from Grey Street and making its way through Meade, Oliver, Hunter and Bourke Streets before converging on the Showgrounds. From…

Oct

06

2025

By Newsroom

Picture-Perfect Spring Show Jumping in Glen Innes

Local News, Rural, SportsGlen Innes Showgrounds

You couldn’t have asked for better weather for the Glen Innes Spring Show Jumping Championships — three glorious, sun-drenched days that showed off our Showground in all its springtime splendour. Over the October long weekend, 81 riders took to the arenas for more than 740 jumping rounds of action, skill, and sportsmanship. Competitors travelled from far and wide — from Cairns, Central Queensland, and Toowoomba, across to Grafton and Lismore, west to Moree, and as far south as Newcastle. The spirit of friendly country competition was strong, with six World Cup riders and their eight horses joining the field. Chief…

Sep

03

2025

By Megan Redfern

Being Different

Local NewsArk House Publishing, Glen Innes Mens Shed Car Boot and Markets, Glen Innes Showgrounds, Ron Webel, St Josephs Primary School

Being different can be difficult at any age but is particularly challenging for a child. That was the experience of Ron Webel, who as a child was bullied because of his serious stutter. It not only impeded his ability to communicate but left him feeling very lonely amongst his peers. Ron is known around Glen Innes for his work with children and aged care residents. He currently works as an education assistant and a bus driver at St. Josephs. But for a long time he has wanted to write a book about his experience growing up. He has now published…

Aug

12

2025

By Newsroom

Young Cattle Enthusiasts Invited to National Red Poll Youth Camp

Local NewsAustralian Red Poll Cattle Breeders Incorporated, Glen Innes Showgrounds, National Red Poll Youth Camp

Young people with an interest in cattle handling and the beef industry are invited to take part in the National Red Poll Youth Camp, which will be held at the Glen Innes Showgrounds from Friday 10 to Sunday 12 October 2025. The event, hosted once again by the Northern New South Wales/Queensland region, is open to participants aged 8 to 25 years. The program offers a mix of practical cattle handling sessions, cattle showing experience, and informative industry tutorials. Led by a team of experienced cattle breeders and handlers, the camp aims to provide a relaxed and supportive environment. Organisers…

Jun

07

2025

By Newsroom

Gallery: A Night at the Circus

Local NewsAshton's Circus, Glen Innes Showgrounds

Ashton's Circus dazzled crowds last night beneath the big top at the Glen Innes Showground. Photos by Glen Innes News correspondent Annette — who, despite our best efforts, remains only mostly certain she won’t run off and join the circus herself.

May

25

2025

By Megan Redfern

The Circus is Coming to Town!

Local NewsAshton's Circus, Chantel Ashton-Rodriguez, Glen Innes Showgrounds

Ashton's Circus will be at the Glen Innes Showgrounds on the 6th, 7th and 8th of June. Ashton's Circus is Australia’s oldest circus family, and with a history spanning 174 years, they are truly adept at showcasing their circus skills. Currently Ashton's has three different shows touring Australia. The one coming to Glen Innes is headed by seventh generation circus performer, Chantel Ashton-Rodriguez. Chantel states that the show will provide a variety of circus skills, including aerial displays and ground based performances (e.g hula hoop). They also include a comedy element, and present their world-renowned globe riders from Brazil. Chantel…

May

23

2025

By Newsroom

Community Rallies Behind Ashton’s Circus After Unfortunate Setback

Local NewsAshton's Circus, Glen Innes Showgrounds

Ashton's Family Circus has arrived in Glen Innes, bringing with them the promise of awe-inspiring performances. The circus is currently setting up camp at the Glen Innes Showground, with a string of exciting shows just around the corner. However, the excitement of their arrival was dampened last night. Jordan, the circus’s marketing manager, had her car stolen—along with all the marketing materials that were inside, including posters, flyers, and other promotional tools crucial for spreading the word about the circus's visit. The good news? The car has since been recovered. The bad news? It’s in poor condition, and all the…

May

02

2025

By Annette Bain

In Conversation With The Skinner Boyz

Local NewsAustralian Celtic Festival, Australian Standing Stones, Brett John Arthur, Chapel Theatre, Deepwater, Deepwater Hotel, Emmaville, Emmaville Club Hotel, George Marlow, Glen Innes Arts Council, Glen Innes Bowling Club, Glen Innes Showgrounds, Great Central Hotel, In Conversation, Joel Skinner, Laurie Newsome, Nathan Skinner, New England Club, Owen Windred, Paul Jopson, Scott Macansh, Smeaton's Bakery, The Skinner Boyz, Will Geach

Who are the Skinner Boyz? Brothers Nathan and Joel Skinner aka The Skinner Boyz are fast becoming musical sensations in their adopted hometown of Glen Innes, where their musical careers are taking off. Nathan, who is older, and Joel grew up on the coast, sharing a love of surfing and music. Taught the guitar largely by his father, Nathan’s early musical influences included finger picking from the 30s, old country blues and “just about every song from Mississippi John Hurt”. Joel was taught the guitar by his father and also Nathan. He used to love listening to Nathan playing his…

Apr

27

2025

By Newsroom

Fourth goodnessgravel a Hit

Local News, SportsGlen Innes Severn Council, Glen Innes Showgrounds, Goodness Gravel, Jim A Barker, Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service Glen Innes Support Group, Will Levy

The fourth annual goodnessgravel riding event was another outstanding success. 135 riders experienced the local sights as part of a weekend cycling event at Glen Innes on Saturday 12th April 2025. An Australian bike event company, goodnessgravel, in partnership with the Glen Innes Severn Council, hosted this gravel riding mini-festival. On Saturday, the main event consisted of a 125 kilometre ride with over 1,700 metres of climbing, there was also a shorter 75 km ride with over 1,000m of climbing and then a ‘Piccolo’ course of 35 km course with 450m of climbing with all courses traveling through the glorious…