Council acknowledges the serious incident that occurred yesterday at the Grove intersection and extends its thoughts to the family and friends of the young person involved. Such incidents have a significant impact on the community, and we recognise that this may be particularly distressing for residents, especially young people. Mayor Sally Doyle stated, “Road safety…
Huon Valley Council will soon begin construction of a pedestrian crossing outside the Cygnet Town Hall. The crossing to be installed in March is in the form of a raised table and is in addition to the recent speed reduction (from 50km/h to 40km/h) aimed at increasing the safety of pedestrians crossing Mary Street. This…
The Huon Valley community is set to benefit from a new Huonville Child and Family Learning Centre (CFLC), with construction expected to begin in 2026 as part of the Tasmanian Government’s election commitments. Mayor Sally Doyle welcomed the announcement, saying “We are genuinely excited about the potential for this new centre to help address the…
Council is pleased to announce that the newly renovated Port Huon pool will be open to the public from 8am on Saturday 8 February 2025. To celebrate the reopening, Council is offering free entry all weekend and hosting a community barbecue from 10am on Saturday. Mayor Doyle said the upgraded facility represents an important investment…
Huon Valley Council’s Land Use and Development Strategy (LUDS) has received a major Strategic Planning Project Award, recognising excellence in planning and community engagement. The Planning Institute of Australia (PIA) Awards for Planning Excellence recognise the contributions that planners make to enhance communities and create liveable, thriving and sustainable places. The project, a collaboration between…
The Council has completed the 2024 annual performance review for its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Lachlan Kranz. “The annual performance review is a vital process to ensure our Council maintains strong and accountable leadership. I am pleased to report that the CEO has exceeded expectations, demonstrating dedication and effectiveness in advancing the Council’s strategic vision.…
