NSW Government – Glen Innes News

Aug

06

2025

Entries Open for Christmas in the Highlands Art Trail

Council, Local NewsChristmas In The Highlands, Glen Innes Severn Council, Illuminations, John Graham, Margot Davis, NSW Government, Rhonda Bombell, Transport for New South Wales

Glen Innes Severn Council is inviting artists, schools, clubs and community groups to submit original banner artworks for display in the Glen Innes town centre during the Christmas in the Highlands – Illuminations event. Sixteen artworks will be selected for the 2025 Christmas Art Trail, which will decorate the main streets from Saturday 29 November 2025 through to 11 January 2026. This year’s theme is “What does Glen Innes at Christmas mean to you?” and participants are encouraged to explore ideas such as highland magic, cultural and festive traditions, Celtic roots, starry nights, or their own creative interpretations. “We’re looking…

Jun

26

2025

By Newsroom

Budget Confirms Funding for Glen Innes Hospital Upgrade

Local NewsBrendan Moylan, Glen Innes Hospital, NSW Government

The NSW State Budget, handed down on Tuesday 24 June, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to the redevelopment of Glen Innes Hospital. Of the $50 million total project budget, approximately $11.1 million has already been spent — likely on planning, design, and early works, including the demolition of the old nurses' quarters. A further $6.2 million has been allocated for the 2025–26 financial year to continue the project’s rollout. Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan welcomed the funding, saying the region had fared well in this year’s budget compared to other parts of regional NSW. “The Northern Tablelands has fared…

May

16

2025

By Newsroom

Five Ageing Timber Bridges Replaced Across Glen Innes Severn Region

Council, Local NewsGlen Innes Severn Council, Jenny Aitchison, Margot Davis, NSW Government

Glen Innes Severn Council has completed the replacement of five timber bridges in the region, as part of works funded under the NSW Government’s Fixing Country Bridges (FCB) Program and the Australian Government’s Bridges Renewal Program. The $5.87 million project included $4.7 million from the FCB Program and $1.17 million from the Bridges Renewal Program. The works were carried out over three years and aimed to improve road safety, connectivity, and flood resilience for local communities. The bridges replaced include the Mann River Bridges on Mount Mitchell Road and Shannon Vale Road, Yarrow Creek Bridge on Mount Mitchell Road, Furracabad…

May

12

2025

By Newsroom

Environmental Corridor at Glen Innes Waste Facility Set for Restoration

Council, Local NewsBrendan Moylan, Glen Innes Severn Council, Glen Innes Waste Facility, NSW Government

An environmental corridor at the Glen Innes Waste Facility is set to be rehabilitated following the award of a $20,000 grant from the NSW State Government. The funding will support the reintroduction of native trees and plants to an area of land that was originally cleared in the 1960s to accommodate landfill operations. In 2017, access to the landfill was redirected, and remediation of the site commenced in 2021. This work included the removal of waste material, reshaping and stabilising the slope, and the addition of soil designed to support vegetation growth. With the new funding, Glen Innes Severn Council…

Jan

04

2025

By Newsroom

Free Creative Workshops for Glen Innes Youth

Local NewsCooramah Cultural Centre, Deepwater, Glen Innes Pottery Club, Max Powell, NSW Government, Richard Moon, The Makers Shed

A series of free creative workshops is being offered to young people in Glen Innes aged 12 to 24 during the next few weeks of school holidays. Funded by the NSW Government through the Holiday Break Program, these workshops provide opportunities for participants to learn and practise creative skills. The workshops, part of the “Summer Create” initiative, cover various activities including pottery, painting, jewellery design, and weaving. Each session is led by experienced artists and creators. Workshop Schedule: Clay Sculpture with Max Powell 12–15 years: 7 January (10 am–1 pm) at Glen Innes Pottery Club 16–24 years: 10 January (10…