Uralla Shire Council will lodge a Concept Development Application (DA) for a staged expansion of McMaugh Gardens Aged Care Home, increasing the number of beds from 36 to 50. The proposal responds to growing demand for residential aged care in the Uralla district and...
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First $60 million in Community Benefits Unlocked by the New England Renewable Energy Zone
New England and Upper Hunter communities will share in an initial $60 million investment to deliver local infrastructure, services and employment opportunities as part of the New England Renewable Energy Zone. The Minns Labor Government is making the funding available...
Community Engagement Sessions This Week
Inverell Shire Council will be conducting two Community Engagement Sessions this week for residents in the northern parts of the Shire. Council's General Manager Brett McGuiness along with Directors and Councillors will be heading to Bonshaw and Yetman this Thursday...
New Admin Building Opened in Bingara
Last Friday marked a proud milestone for the Gwydir community with the official opening of the new Bingara Administration Building. Guests heard from Mayor, Tiffany Galvin and General Manager, Leeah Daley, who reflected on the vision, resilience and commitment that...
Budget Lacks Equity for Regional, Rural/Remote Communities
Glen Innes Severn Council Mayor, Cr Margot Davis says the Federal Government’s 2026–27 Budget response continues to fall short of delivering genuine equity for regional, rural and remote communities, despite announcing $2 billion for roads, water and sewerage...
Council Issues Warning about Battery Disposal
Inverell Shire Council has warned of the dangers of fires igniting when batteries are placed in kerbside bins stressing batteries cannot go in kerbside bins. Council says when batteries are improperly disposed of, they pose a significant safety and environmental risk...
Council Commits to Financial Discipline, Cash Improvement & Long-Term Sustainability
Glen Innes Severn Council has confirmed its focus on budget discipline and long-term financial sustainability, following the adoption of its draft Operational Plan and Budget 2026–2027 and Revised Long-Term Financial Plan (2025–2035) for public exhibition at this...
Thunderbolts Festival Needs New Leaders
Uralla Shire council and Uralla Rotary Club are searching for any community organisation will to deliver the annual Thunderbolt’s Festival on behalf of the community. It follows news that Uralla Rotary Club can no longer lead the coordination and delivery of the...
GISC Welcomes NSW Drought Coordinator
Mayor Margot Davis recently welcomed Ray Willis, NSW Drought Coordinator, to the Glen Innes Severn Local Government Area as part of his engagement with communities experiencing ongoing drought conditions. The visit provided an opportunity for Council to outline...
