Glen Innes is celebrating local legend Jan Lemon receiving an Order of Australia Medal in the King’s Birthday Honours List this month. Jan’s commitment to her community is widely known, but we wanted to find out more, so Glen Innes News invited Jan to have a chat with us about her background and achievements and what makes this passionate communitarian tick. Starting at the very beginning, Jan Lemon was born to Claude and Doris Rusbourne at Dalhousie Maternity Hospital, Glen Innes in 1948. She grew up on the family property ‘Caroona’ in the Reddestone area where her parents ran sheep…
Glen Innes is among the few places in the world to have its own officially registered tartan, a unique emblem of the town's strong Scottish and Celtic heritage. The tartan was designed by local residents Peter Bruce and Lex Ritchie, with each colour representing different aspects of the region. Light blue for the clear daytime skies; Royal blue for the sapphires that the New England is renowned for; Dark blue for the night skies in which the Southern Cross is prominent; Red symbolises our Celtic blood link; and White for fidelity with the Celtic past and traditions. Officially registered with…
As a very recent newcomer to Glen Innes, I have put together this short list of things that I have found useful to know as I settle into Glen Innes life. If you have your own hacks to add to the list, please send them to info@gleninnesnews.com.au 1. To find out what is happening, Glen Innes News, will connect you with local news and events. The free print version comes out every second Thursday and is distributed at over 40 pick-up points, listed at gleninnesnews.com.au. The online news site is frequently updated and also hosts a What’s On directory. Glen…
The Australian Celtic Festival is set to give locals a unique opportunity to experience the magic of this Glen Innes signature event, at a special promotional price. Starting Monday, 3 March, local residents can secure their tickets directly from the Visitor Information Centre, ensuring priority access to a celebration of music, dance, crafts, and cultural traditions that resonate with our visitors and community. The weekend is set to be the place for the whole family to enjoy with all children 16 and under FREE with a paying adult and there are loads of exciting things for kids to explore including…
