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…
Following months of community consultation and analysis, Huon Valley Council is inviting residents to hear the results of the Great Wheelie Bin Survey at a special community information session on waste. Council received a record-breaking response, with more than 1,300 survey participants—a clear sign of how passionate our community is about responsible waste management. The…
With over 3,100 registered dogs in the Huon Valley, it’s clear our four-legged friends play a special role in our community. Now, Council is inviting residents to have their say on a new draft Dog Management Policy designed to help keep people and pets safe and happy. The draft policy, approved for public consultation at…
Council is thrilled to announce the successful implementation of a significantly expanded CCTV surveillance network, delivering improved community safety for Huonville, Cygnet, and Geeveston. Delivered in partnership with the Local Government Association of Tasmania (LGAT), this project responds to our community’s concerns – in a recent survey Huon Valley residents named safety as their top…
The Huon Valley Council warmly welcomes the Tasmanian Liberal Government’s commitment to deliver a new, purpose-built $15 million Medical Precinct—including a much-needed Mental Health Hub—should they be re-elected. The new precinct would provide 100 per cent bulk-billed GP appointments, after-hours and weekend care, and a permanent space for mental health outreach programs tailored to the…
The Huon Valley Council was delighted to present Jessica Marchant of Geeveston with the 2024-2025 Greg Norris Memorial Health Scholarship at a ceremony held yesterday. Jessica is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine, a combined five-year degree program with the goal of becoming a qualified doctor. She is the first…
