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OUR COUNCIL WEEKLY

Published on 19 June 2025

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

COUNCIL WELCOMES CONFIRMATION OF FUNDING FOR GLEN INNES HOSPITAL

Published on 25 June 2025

Council has welcomed the NSW Government’s confirmation of $50 million for the Glen Innes Hospital upgrade, as part of the 2025–26 NSW Budget announced this week.

COUNCIL RAISES FOUR KEY MOTIONS TO LARGEST NATIONAL GATHERING

Published on 25 June 2025

Council’s Mayor, Deputy Mayor and General Manager are attending the 2025 National General Assembly of Local Government (NGA) in Canberra this week. The NGA is the largest annual gathering of local government leaders in Australia, where councils from across the country come together to discuss key local government issues and put forward motions for national consideration.

GLEN INNES SEVERN COUNCIL LEADS REGIONAL STAND AGAINST ILLEGAL TOBACCO

Published on 20 June 2025

Council has taken a decisive stand against the growing threat of the illegal tobacco trade, following a resolution passed at the June Council meeting. The resolution directs Council to prepare a formal submission to the NSW Legislative Council’s Portfolio Committee No. 5 – Justice and Communities inquiry into the illegal tobacco trade, ahead of the 1 August 2025 deadline.
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Upcoming Events

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.

St David's Day Flag Lowering

01 March 2026

St David is the Patron Saint of Wales.

The Australian Standing Stones Management Board will conduct a flag lowering ceremony to honour St David.

St Piran's Day Flag Lowering

05 March 2026

St. Piran is the Patron Saint of Cornwall.

The Australian Standing Stones Management Board will be holding a flag lowering ceremony on this day.
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Current Projects & Community Consultations

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.

New Off-Leash Dog Park in Glen Innes

Ongoing consultation

Explore Glen Innes Severn Council's plan for a new off-leash dog park at Lions Park! With $35,000 allocated in the 2024-25 budget, this fully fenced park will offer a safe, enjoyable space for pets.

Shaping Tomorrow: The Future of Glen Innes Severn

Ongoing consultation

Have Your Say on Council's future plans and long term financial sustainability including a proposal for a Special Rate Variation.

Have Your Say - Youth Strategy Development

Ongoing consultation

Council is developing a new Youth Strategy to guide its support and services for
young people aged 12-24 years over the next three years - and we want your
input!

Public Exhibition of the Draft Biosecurity Weeds Management Policy

Ongoing consultation

Council invites community feedback on its Draft Biosecurity Weeds Management
Policy. This document will be available for public review until 26 June 2025.

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.

Have Your Say – ANZAC Nature Play Park

Ongoing consultation

Council invites the community to provide feedback on the proposed designs for the new ANZAC Nature Play Park — an engaging, nature-themed playground created to inspire creativity, encourage exploration and most importantly - welcome children of all ages and abilities.

Have Your Say - Donation of a Sculpture for Installation in Emmaville

Ongoing consultation

Council invites the community to share their feedback on the proposed installation of Roobot in Emmaville. Submissions are now open and will close on 6 July 2025.

Planning Proposal Reclassification of Land - PP-2025-373

Ongoing consultation

Glen Innes Severn Council has received Gateway Determination to publicly exhibit the following Planning Proposal Reclassification of Council Land (PP-2025-373)

Public Exhibition of the Draft Aged Care & Disability Inclusion Strategy

Ongoing consultation

Glen Innes Severn Council is inviting community feedback on its Draft Aged Care & Disability Inclusion Strategy
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Community Donations

Information about Council's Community Donations Program

Australia Day Awards

Brought to you by the Glen Innes Severn Council Australia Day Committee.

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