Category: News

Huon Valley Studio Art Trail set for biggest year yet

The Huon Valley Studio Art Trail is gearing up for its biggest year yet, with the number of participating artists doubling since last year’s event. Running from 23 to 25 October, what started as a small, community-driven event has grown into a professional, multi-day celebration of art, craft and community, and this year promises to…

Annual road resealing program underway

Preparation works have already started for Council’s 2026-2027 road resealing program, with the reseal contractor scheduled to begin resealing works mid-October. Resealing is a proactive maintenance treatment that helps prevent potholes and cracks from forming in the road surface. If left untreated, small cracks allow water to seep into the road pavement, which weakens the…

Footpath spraying takes a targeted approach from October

We know many residents want to see less chemical use in the community, and so do we — that’s why we’re taking a more targeted approach this year. Some residents have already taken the initiative to clear weeds from the footpath in front of their home so it doesn’t need spraying. It’s exactly the kind…

Bushfire-Ready Challenge Returns for 2026

The Tasmania Fire Service is once again inviting Tasmanians to take part in the Bushfire-Ready Challenge, a free online program designed to help households prepare for the bushfire season. Running across four weeks from October, the challenge guides participants through a series of practical activities aimed at increasing preparedness and building confidence before summer arrives.…

Round 1 of Huonville Reimagined community consultation now open 

Round 1 of community consultation on Huonville Reimagined is open now – and we want to hear from you! This major strategic planning project will shape the future of Huonville across five precincts, whether you live, work, study, shop, play or simply visit – this isn’t just for residents.   An online survey and interactive map…

Tender invited

Suitably experienced contractors and suppliers are invited to submit Tenders for: RFT244 – Arboricultural Services 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 RFT244 to Anthony Wicks by emailing hvc@huonvalley.tas.gov.au with the RFT number in…