Category: News

Safe disposal of contaminated sand products

If you think you may have contaminated kinetic sand products in your home, please do not place these products in your household bin. Improper disposal of asbestos-contaminated materials can increase the risk of exposure to waste collection drivers and landfill operators. Huon Valley Council waste transfer stations cannot accept asbestos. However, Southern Waste Solutions (SWS) will waive all disposal fees for any kinetic…

Childcare Centres safety update: coloured sand products

In relation to the national response to coloured sand products, all Huon Valley Children’s Services childcare centres remain open having been rendered safe on Monday 17 November. The sand products in question have not been used at our Dover, Geeveston or Huonville Cottage childcare centres. The sand products were used as part of outdoor play…

Upcoming upgrade at Port Huon Sports Centre 

Exciting improvements are on the way for the Port Huon Sports Centre, with major accessibility and changeroom upgrades set to begin later this month.  Starting 24 November 2025, the project will deliver modern, welcoming facilities for everyone, including fully compliant accessible toilets and showers, plus two new family changerooms.  These upgrades are part of Council’s ongoing commitment to creating inclusive, high-quality community…

Burton’s Reserve makeover complete

Council is pleased to announce the completion of important upgrades at Burtons Reserve in Cygnet, enhancing access, safety, and the overall experience for visitors. The improvements include an expanded car park with 20 new spaces, providing more convenience for visitors and allowing pedestrians to move safely through the area. Safety enhancements such as reduced speed…

Tender invited

Suitably experienced contractors and suppliers are invited to submit Tenders for: RFT 231 – Non-Exclusive Provision of Cleaning Services (Public Toilets and Amenities) A copy of the Request for Tender documents must be obtained by registering your details via the Council’s Tenderlink website: www.tenderlink.com/huonvalley. Please direct any enquiries relating to this RFT231 in the first…

Geeveston Outfall Relocation Project – community update

The Huon Valley Council is sharing the following update from TasWater regarding upcoming works at Shipwrights Point. From early November 2025, TasWater will begin works for the Geeveston Outfall Relocation Project, which will see the existing outfall from the Geeveston Sewage Treatment Plant moved from the Kermandie River to deeper waters in the Huon River.…