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May

20

2026

Solar and Battery Proposal Opens for Public Exhibition.

Council, Local News, Ruralglen innes

A major renewable energy proposal on the western edge of Glen Innes has officially entered the public exhibition phase, giving residents, neighbouring landholders and local businesses the opportunity to review plans and provide feedback before any determination is made by council. The Development Application — DA-22-26 / PAN-617188 — has been lodged on behalf of Green Gold Energy Pty Ltd and proposes the construction of a commercial-scale solar installation, an inverter together with an associated eight Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). The proposed development site is located along the western approach to town beside the Gwydir Highway, covering Lots 59,…

May

07

2026

By Newsroom

Midwives Celebrate Milestone and Community Care on International Day

Local Newsglen innes

Midwives, families and community members gathered at the ANZAC Park playground on Tuesday 5 May to celebrate International Day of the Midwife, while also marking two years of the Glen Innes Midwifery Group Practice (MGP). The occasion provided an opportunity to reflect on the role midwives play in supporting women and families, and to acknowledge the growth of a model of care that places continuity, trust and connection at its centre. Over the past two years, the local MGP has supported 190 women through their pregnancy journeys, including four sets of twins. A total of 61 births have taken place…

Mar

09

2026

By Annette Bain

Justice Where We Live

Local Newsglen innes

"People don’t really know where to look for us until they need us,” says Terri Coleman, Principal Solicitor at North and North West Community Legal Service (NNW). After almost 20 years with the Service — beginning as a volunteer while she was a law student at the University of New England — Terri says her proudest moments come from seeing the real and lasting impact legal help can have on someone’s life. “Seeing the direct impact legal assistance has on the wellbeing of a client — that’s what resonates for me,” she says. ‘Justice where we live’ is the catch…

Jan

01

2026

By David Scott

Happy New Year Glen Innes

Local Newsglen innes

As the clock struck twelve, a new year has begun. We pause to reflect on the one just passed and look ahead with hope, pride and quiet determination. Glen Innes is a community that understands resilience. Through changing seasons, challenges and celebrations alike, our town continues to show what it means to look out for one another, to lend a hand, and to keep moving forward together. It’s this spirit that makes Glen Innes more than a place on the map – it makes it home, our home. As we step into the year ahead, we do so with optimism…

Dec

24

2025

By Newsroom

Christmas wishes and thanks

Council, Local News, Rural, School News, Sportsglen innes

On behalf of the whole team at the Glen Innes News, we extend our heartfelt thanks to the people of Glen Innes and District for your fabulous support throughout the year—your encouragement, your scoops, your stories, and your wonderful photos. We love knowing what’s happening across our community, and we know you value this too. That’s the strength of truly local, independent media: sharing our lives, our joys, and the challenges of living in regional Australia. Our paper and online website is powered entirely by volunteers—from the management committee and editorial team to advertising sales, design, and delivery. This year…