Two New England bakeries have brought home a swag of national medals from the 2026 Australia’s Best Pie and Pastie Competition, held on the Gold Coast, putting the region firmly on the map as one of Australia’s top pie destinations.
Glen Innes Severn Shire
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Glen Innes, Inverell adopts budget and long-term financial plan
Two New England councils, two very different budgets. Inverell holds steady with no service cuts, while Glen Innes Severn locks in a 48.3 per cent rate rise over three years.
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Mayor urges transport strategy to drive regional growth
Glen Innes Severn Council wants Transport for NSW to prioritise northern links and use infrastructure to drive growth.
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Deepwater’s historic railway station gets new lease on life
After years of sitting vacant, the Deepwater Railway Station is set to come back to life, with the Deepwater Progress Association securing a formal licence to occupy the heritage-listed building.
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Glen Innes’ Sonia Lawson recognised at 2026 TAFE NSW Gili Awards
Glen Innes’ Sonia Lawson has been named Creative Cultural Experience Services Student of the Year at the 2026 TAFE NSW Gili Awards, recognising her contribution to cultural education and community events.
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Glen Innes Severn backs campaign for increased federal funding
Glen Innes Severn Council has joined a statewide campaign urging increased federal funding for regional local governments.
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Access Bus expansion offers a lifeline to more Glen Innes Severn villages
Residents in more townships across Glen Innes Severn Council will soon have easier access to medical appointments, shopping and other essential services, with Council expanding its Access Bus service to Emmaville, Glencoe, Red Range and Deepwater.
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NBN Fixed Wireless to reach Deepwater
More than 250 homes and businesses in and around Deepwater are expected to become eligible for nbn Fixed Wireless services.
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$500,000 boost to enhance community spaces at Glen Innes Severn Learning Centre
A $500,000 funding boost will transform the Glen Innes Severn Learning Centre into a more accessible community hub.
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Get ready for a very Wuthering Solstice in Glen Innes
The Australian Standing Stones will be awash with red and black this winter solstice as locals gather to channel their inner Kate Bush for Glen Innes’ first-ever Wuthering Heights Day.