Home

Council Meetings

Roads, Water and Infrastructure

Waste Management

Parks and Facilities

Building and Development

Environment and Regulatory Services

Jobs at Council

Council Documents

Have Your Say

News and Media

Public Notices & Announcements

Venues for hire

Community Services

Road Works and Closures

Economic Development

Latest News

OUR COUNCIL

Published on 06 August 2026

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

AUGUST 2026 GRANTS & FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

Published on 03 August 2026

Check out our latest grants and funding opportunities for committees, community groups, businesses, not-for-profits and individuals.

BE PART OF CHRISTMAS IN THE HIGHLANDS 2026

Published on 28 July 2026

Stallholder applications and Expressions of Interest are now open for Christmas in the Highlands – Illuminations 2026.

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION: EVENT TICKETING SERVICES

Published on 28 July 2026

Council seeks an experienced ticketing partner to deliver a secure, scalable, customer-focused ticketing solution for its two signature events. The successful provider will supply software, implementation, reporting, customer service, onsite support and ticket scanning services.
View More News

Upcoming Events

Conversations With Councillors

20 August 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!

Spring Equinox

21 September 2026

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

Christmas in the Highlands - Illuminations 2026

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.

St Andrew's Day Flag Lowering

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.

Summer Solstice at the Australian Standing Stones

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.

St David's Day Flag Lowering

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.
View More Events

Current Projects & Community Consultations

Shaping Tomorrow: Special Rate Variation

Ongoing consultation

Glen Innes Severn Council’s Special Rate Variation (SRV) was approved by IPART in June 2026. Learn about the 48.3% rate increase over three years, community consultation, and what it means for residents.

Deepwater Masterplan

Ongoing consultation

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.

New England Rail Trail

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 Highlands Precincts Activation Framework & Strategy

Ongoing consultation

Council is inviting community feedback on the draft Glen Innes Highlands Precincts Activation Framework & Strategy.

Draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan (2025-2029)

Ongoing consultation

Council is inviting community feedback on its Draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan (2025-2029).
View More Consultations

Get Involved

Volunteer with Council

There are many ways to volunteer with Council!

Community Donations

Information about Council's Community Donations Program

Australia Day Awards

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

Back to top