Troy Arandale – Glen Innes News

Sep

30

2025

Business Chamber Meets for AGM

Local NewsBusiness NSW New England North West, Glen Innes Business Chamber, Troy Arandale

The Glen Innes Business Chamber Annual General Meeting will be held in late October 2025 at a date to be confirmed by the Chamber 6:00 PM New England Club | Board Room The following Committee Member positions will be filled: - President - Vice President - Secretary - Treasurer …

Aug

01

2025

By Newsroom

Countback Election to Fill Council Vacancy: Key Dates Announced

Council, Local NewsGlen Innes Severn Council, NSW Electoral Commission, Troy Arandale

Following the recent resignation of Cr Arandale, the NSW Electoral Commission has confirmed that a countback election will be held to fill the resulting vacancy on Glen Innes Severn Council. Under NSW electoral law, a countback election is used when a councillor resigns mid-term and was originally elected through proportional representation. Rather than holding a full by-election, the Electoral Commission reviews ballots from the previous council election to identify which unelected candidate is next eligible to take the seat, based on the preferences expressed by voters at that time. The process avoids the cost and time associated with a fresh…

Jul

25

2025

By Newsroom

Explainer: Council Countback Elections

Council, Local NewsAnne Vosper, Elena Weatherall, Glen Innes Severn Council, Troy Arandale

The resignation of Councillor Troy Arandale from Glen Innes Severn Council has prompted the start of a countback election process — a method used in New South Wales to fill council vacancies without holding a full by-election. How Does It Work? When a councillor resigns mid-term, and they were elected via proportional representation, the NSW Electoral Commission can conduct a countback election rather than a fresh vote. Here’s how the process unfolds: • The Commission contacts all unelected candidates from the previous council election to determine who is still eligible to fill the vacancy. • These candidates are invited to…

Jul

24

2025

By Newsroom

Councillor Troy Arandale Resigns

Council, Local NewsAndrew Parsons, Anne Vosper, Elena Weatherall, Glen Innes Severn Council, Margot Davis, Troy Arandale

Glen Innes Severn Council has received the resignation of Councillor Troy Arandale, who stepped down from his position effective immediately on Thursday morning. Mayor Margot Davis acknowledged Cr Arandale’s contribution to Council during his almost five-year tenure, during which he also served as Deputy Mayor for a time. “On behalf of Council, I would like to thank Councillor Arandale for his service over almost five years,” Cr Davis said. “Councillor Arandale served as Deputy Mayor for part of his term and, like all councillors, contributed time and effort to the role in service to the community.” Cr Davis, who is…

Jun

23

2025

By Newsroom

One Meeting, Two Outcomes: Council Cancels Its Own Pay Decision

Council, Local NewsCarol Sparks, David Scott, Glen Innes & District Community Centre, Glen Innes Severn Council, Margot Davis, Troy Arandale

A plan for Glen Innes Severn councillors to take a pay cut and donate the savings to a local charity was approved—then overturned—all in the same meeting. At the 19 June council meeting, councillors first voted in favour of reducing their pay to the lowest level allowed by law and giving the difference to the Glen Innes & District Community Centre. The plan, proposed by Cr Scott, would have seen nearly $43,000 donated over the next year to help support local people doing it tough. The original proposal was for councillors to be paid about $3,400 less for the year,…

Jun

19

2025

By David Lewis

48.3% Rate Rise Endorsed in Heated Council Meeting

Council, Local NewsAndrew Parsons, Glen Innes Severn Council, Margot Davis, Special Rate Variation, Troy Arandale

Glen Innes Severn Council has adopted a revised Long Term Financial Plan (LTFP) that includes a cumulative 48.3% Special Rate Variation (SRV) over three years, subject to approval by the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART). The decision was made during a highly contentious council meeting on Thursday, 19 June 2025. The General Manager described the vote as "probably the most important decision this council will make for a very long time", as the council seeks to address a forecasted $4.7 million deficit and long-term financial challenges. Financial Review Sparks SRV Proposal The proposed SRV follows findings from a Financial…

Apr

29

2025

By Newsroom

Community Turns Out for ‘Meet the Candidates 2025’ Forum

Local NewsBarnaby Joyce, Brent Larkham, Federal Election 2025, Glen Innes & District Services Club, Glen Innes Business Chamber, Glen Innes News, Holly Masters, Laura Hughes, Natasha Ledger, Todd Juchau, Troy Arandale, Wendy Wales

Glen Innes locals gathered on Monday evening for the "Meet the Candidates 2025: Federal Edition" forum, held at the Glen Innes & District Services Club. The event provided a valuable opportunity for voters to hear directly from the candidates contesting the seat of New England in the upcoming federal election. Moderated by Glen Innes Business Chamber President Troy Arandale, the forum maintained a respectful tone throughout the evening. Five candidates were in attendance: Barnaby Joyce (Nationals), Laura Hughes (Labor), Wendy Wales (Greens), Brent Larkham (One Nation), and Natasha Ledger (Independent). Two candidates — Todd Juchau (Trumpet of Patriots) and Holly…

Apr

28

2025

By David Lewis

Council to Consult Community on Possible Rate Rise

Council, Local NewsAndrew Parsons, Bernard Smith, David Scott, Deepwater, Emmaville, Glen Innes Severn Council, Glen Innes Severn Public & TAFE Library, IPART, Margot Davis, Special Rate Variation, Troy Arandale

Glen Innes Severn Council will consult the community on a proposed special rate variation (SRV) that could see rates increase by up to 68.5 per cent over three years, as part of its effort to address long-term financial sustainability. At its Ordinary Meeting held in April, councillors endorsed a number of strategies and plans under the Shaping Tomorrow Community Engagement Program. The program will gauge ratepayer sentiment on future planning priorities and potential SRV options. The community consultation period will run until 6 June 2025, with a final decision to be made at the Council’s meeting on 19 June. The…

Apr

27

2025

By Newsroom

Federal Election Candidates to Speak at Glen Innes Forum

Local NewsBarnaby Joyce, Brent Larkham, Federal Election 2025, Glen Innes & District Services Club, Glen Innes Business Chamber, Glen Innes News, Laura Hughes, Natasha Ledger, Troy Arandale, Wendy Wales

A "Meet the Candidates 2025: Federal Edition" forum will be held on Monday, 28 April at the Glen Innes Services Club, starting at 6:00 PM. The forum will give local residents an opportunity to hear directly from the candidates contesting the Seat of New England at the upcoming federal election. Each candidate will have the chance to present their platform and answer questions from the audience, providing valuable insight into their priorities and plans for the region. The evening will be moderated by Chamber President Troy Arandale and aims to offer a respectful and informative environment for discussion. All candidates,…