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OUR COUNCIL WEEKLY

Published on 24 April 2025

Your weekly wrap up of news, notices and events around the region.

COUNCIL INVITES COMMUNITY TO BRING ‘COLOURS OF THE HIGHLANDS’ TO LIFE

Published on 28 February 2025

Glen Innes Severn Council is excited to introduce the Colours of the Highlands initiative, a campaign that celebrates the unique beauty, cultural richness and vibrant community of the Glen Innes Highlands during its renowned autumn season.

‘AUSTRALIA’S TOUGHEST ONE DAY CYCLING RACE’ RETURNS TO THE GLEN INNES

Published on 26 February 2025

Glen Innes is gearing up for an exciting day as the Grafton to Inverell Cycle Classic races through the heart of the Town Centre on Saturday, 15 March 2025.

UPGRADES TO CCTV SYSTEMS IN GLEN INNES

Published on 01 May 2025

Glen Innes Severn Council will soon commence significant upgrades to local CCTV infrastructure in Glen Innes to help improve safety and peace of mind in the community. This includes upgrades to the existing system in the town centre and the first-ever installation of CCTV at ANZAC Park.

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Upcoming Events

St Yve's Day

19 May 2025

St Yve is the Patron Saint of Brittany one of the acknowledged Celtic nations in Glen Innes. The Australian Standing Stones Management Board will conduct a flag lowering ceremony to honour St Yve.

Winter Solstice

21 June 2025

Come and witness sunrise and the solar noon shadow at the winter solstice.

Tynwald Day

05 July 2025

Tynwald is the name of the Parliament of the Isle of Man which is one of the acknowledged Celtic nations in Glen Innes. The Australian Standing Stones Management Board will conduct a flag lowering ceremony to acknowledge Tynwald Day.

Spring Equinox

21 September 2025

The Spring Equinox reflects the changing seasons and the imminent return of winter to the southern hemisphere.

St Andrew's Day Flag Lowering

30 November 2025

St Andrew is the patron Saint of Scotland. The Scottish flag lowering ceremony will be held at the Australian Standing Stones on St Andrew's Day, 30 November 2022. Enjoy the haunting sound of the pipers and drummers, hear about St Andrew and toast the Patron Saint in style.

Summer Solstice at the Australian Standing Stones

21 December 2025

The Australian Standing Stones Management Board will host the annual passing of the solar noon shadow across the marker plaque on this day at sunrise and at noon.

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Current Projects & Community Consultations

Community Services Social Infrastructure Upgrades Project

Ongoing consultation

Community Services Social Infrastructure Upgrades project, made possible by a $100,000 funding boost from Round 5 of the Stronger Country Communities grant.

ANZAC Park Playground Project

Ongoing consultation

There has been a slight delay in the commencement of the community consultation
for the ANZAC Park Playground Project. We appreciate your patience and encourage
you to check back here for updates.

The consultation will begin shortly.

Glen Innes Town Centre Beautification Project

Ongoing consultation

Discover the Glen Innes Town Centre Beautification Project! Funded by the Federal Government’s LRCI Program, this 2024/25 initiative will enhance the Town Centre with more greenery, modern street furniture, and restamped town square, creating a welcoming space for all.