The countdown is over – Huonville Pool re-opens to the general public on Saturday 7 November, ready for another summer of swimming, sunshine and community connection. To kick off the season, entry will be free all day, and the whole community is invited to come along, take a dip and enjoy a day out at…
Nominations are now open for the 2027 Huon Valley Community Achievement Awards, celebrating local volunteers and community members for their contributions to our region. The awards shine a spotlight on the remarkable people who make our community stronger, kinder and more connected. Anyone can nominate an individual or group making a difference in the Huon…
Applications for the 2026–27 Community Liveability Fund are now open, with $37,300 available for projects that strengthen the social, cultural, environmental or economic wellbeing of our region. The Fund supports a wide range of projects, from community and creative initiatives to environmental work and research into climate adaptation and resilience right here in the Huon…
Huon Valley Council has launched two more AI-powered planning tools, that cut costs, shrink wait times and give people greater confidence navigating the planning system. They join Council’s free 24/7 AI planning phoneline, already taking calls, and a full end-to-end planning portal now being trialled with builders and planners ahead of its launch early next…
Huonville Early Childhood Education and Care Centre project commences Construction planning is officially underway for the new Huonville Early Childhood Education and Care Centre. The purpose-built centre will be co-located with Huonville Primary School and will provide 200 places for local children and families once complete by mid-2028. The project is jointly funded by the…
Households and small businesses across Hobart, Kingborough, Huon Valley and Brighton can now access free, independent advice to help reduce power bills and improve the year-round comfort of their homes. Launched today, ZapCat provides practical and tailored advice to help residents and businesses to undertake clean energy and energy efficiency upgrades in the participating local…
