The Huon Valley Council has won support for an innovative health reform proposal at the 2025 National General Assembly of Local Government (NGA) in June, with the formal resolutions recently shared with relevant federal Ministers for their consideration. Councils from across Australia voted in favour of Huon Valley’s resolution calling on the Federal Government…
Huon Valley Council is keeping abreast of activities with key government stakeholders to ensure appropriate oversight and reporting of salmon farming operations in our valley. This involves working alongside multiple agencies to protect both environmental and public health interests. We are aware of inconsistent media reports and wanted to let you know our current understanding…
Member for Franklin Julie Collins has announced more than $4 million in Albanese Government funding for the Huonville Reimagined: Crafting a Future Huonville project — a major initiative set to transform the town and strengthen the Huon Valley community. This is one of 15 new projects that have been announced across Australia through the latest…
Huon Valley Council is seeking community feedback on a new assessment tool to help Community self-assess where more homes could potentially be built, and develop clear Planning Scheme amendment applications in Rural Living Zones. Council undertook a study of Rural Living land in response to community calls for more housing options in Rural Living areas…
Huon Valley Council is launching a major community engagement initiative, inviting everyone in Cygnet to have their say and shape the future direction of their town. The Land Use and Development Strategy forecasts Cygnet will need 2,500 new homes by 2046. Residents are being called on to guide the development of a new Township Structure…
The Huon Valley’s spirit of innovation, community, and diversity took centre stage last Friday, as Tasmania’s Governor, Her Excellency the Honourable Barbara Baker AC, toured the region, meeting with community leaders and seeing firsthand the initiatives that help make the Valley unique. Mayor Sally Doyle emphasised, “It was an honour to showcase the dedication and…
