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…
Joss Fenton and Shara Reid have been appointed as Independent Members of Huon Valley Council’s Audit Panel for a term of up to three years, with Joss taking on the additional role of Panel Chairperson. They join Councillors Jessop and Gibson, who sit on the Panel as Councillor Members. Joss is Principal of Cygnet Community…
Huon Valley Council delivered another successful Rev It Up program this week, bringing together 123 grade 6 students from primary schools across the Huon Valley for a day of health and wellbeing education. Now in its 12th year, the Council-run program gave students the chance to learn new skills, meet new friends, and connect with…
