The return of bats in Inverell has received mixed reactions throughout the community. Bats are protected in Australia due to their critical ecological roles, legal protections under wildlife laws, and the need to conserve biodiversity but residents are warned they can...
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Fire Safety Campaign Starts This Weekend
Fire & Rescue NSW Inverell will be commencing their 2025 winter fire safety campaign next month. This Sunday 1 June is Smoke Alarm Action Day, an annual, nationwide day of action supported and endorsed by emergency services from every state and territory that...
Additional Upgrades Completed at Glen Innes Indoor Sports Centre
Cricketers of all ages and skill levels now have access to a significantly improved training facility, with Glen Innes Severn Council announcing the completion of major upgrades to the cricket nets at the Glen Innes Indoor Sports Centre. The enhanced nets, which are...
Council Rallies Behind the Glen Innes & District Community Centre
Glen Innes Severn Council has reaffirmed its strong support for the Glen Innes & District Community Centre (GIDCC), recognising its vital role in delivering frontline services and fostering social connection across the region. The GIDCC offers a trusted,...
New Bishop Takes Reins in the Region
Newly ordained bishop for the Armidale Catholic diocese Bishop Peter Murphy is set to meet the new Pope later this year. Bishop Murphy was officially ordained as the new diocese bishop last Thursday, the same day Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected Pope Leo XIV. The...
Hazard Burn Off Planned for Inverell
The NSW Rural Fire Service Northern Tablelands Team has advised that they’re planning a hazard reduction burn at Inverell lookout on McIlveen Rd this Saturday. The Hazard Reduction burn at the Inverell Lookout is subject to weather conditions on the day. This...
Honouring an Extraordinary Woman
The late Jan Sharman OAM was a much-revered member of the Glen Innes community and her legacy to the town was commemorated with a permanent bench in her honour outside of Glen Innes Hospital. Ms Sharman was heavily involved in the Glen Innes Branch of the United...
Pool Hits 10,000 Visitors in a Month
The redeveloped Inverell Aquatic Centre hit a milestone in March having over 10,000 visitors pass through the gates at the facility. Inverell Shire Mayor Kate Dight says the Centre has been ‘absolutely pumping’ since it’s soft opening in late February. Council and...
Bats Knock Power Off in Inverell
Essential Energy is aware of the unplanned power outages that have impacted homes and businesses across Inverell due to flying foxes. We want to thank customers for their patience during this time and assure the community that Essential Energy teams are on call to...
