Published on 21 August 2026
Your fortnightly wrap up of news, notices and events around the region.
Published on 01 September 2026
Check out our latest grants and funding opportunities for committees, community groups, businesses, not-for-profits and individuals.
Published on 31 August 2026
A five-year plan to increase the Australian Celtic Festival’s benefits for local businesses, residents and the wider Glen Innes Severn region is now open for community feedback.
Published on 28 July 2026
Stallholder applications and Expressions of Interest are now open for Christmas in the Highlands – Illuminations 2026.
17 September 2026
A monthly opportunity for residents to meet and connect with your Councillors at the Glen Innes Highlands Hub. Drop in anytime between 4–6pm!
21 September 2026
The Spring Equinox reflects the changing seasons and the imminent return of winter to the southern hemisphere.
28 November 2026
Christmas in the Highlands – Illuminations is a vibrant, community driven, one-evening annual event that transforms Grey Street and the CBD in Glen Innes, NSW, into a festive wonderland.
30 November 2026
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.
21 December 2026
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.
01 March 2027
St David is the Patron Saint of Wales. The Australian Standing Stones Management Board will conduct a flag lowering ceremony to honour St David.
Ongoing consultation
Learn about the proposed New England Rail Trail between Glen Innes and the LGA boundary. Explore project updates, timeline and opportunities to have your say.
Glen Innes Severn Council is progressing the new off-leash dog park at Lions Park. Find project updates, refined design details, planned features and works timing.
Have your say on the Deepwater Masterplan. Share your ideas to help guide future public spaces, community activity, events, local business growth and village improvements. Engagement open 21 July to 2 October.
Have your say on the future of the Deepwater, Emmaville and Glencoe branch libraries. Read the 2026–2030 Strategic Plan and share your feedback.
Have your say on the Draft Australian Celtic Festival Strategic Plan 2026–2030 and 2021–2025 Close-Out Report. Help shape the Festival’s future in Glen Innes.
There are many ways to volunteer with Council!
Information about Council's Community Donations Program
Brought to you by the Glen Innes Severn Council Australia Day Committee.
