Council is moving forward to address a significant landslip on Kingfish Beach Road near the Southport Catholic Cemetery. In early June, Council approved an allocation of over $1 million in the 2025/26 budget specifically for landslip remediation works at the site. This represents a significant investment in Southport’s infrastructure and demonstrates our commitment to addressing…
Over recent weeks, Council staff, Councillors, and the CEO have met with Hall Committees and interested community members to discuss the hall review process. These meetings have been both productive and insightful, providing an open forum for sharing perspectives and concerns about proposed changes to hall management. Council sincerely thanks everyone who participated for challenging…
In February 2025 Foxgloves were officially listed as a declared weed under Tasmania’s Biosecurity Act 2019. This means that the importation, sale, and distribution of foxgloves in Tasmania is now prohibited, and property owners in priority areas may have a legal obligation to manage foxglove that grows on their land. The declaration applies to all non-sterile species,…
Since 2019, the Tasmanian Government’s Weeds Action Fund (WAF) has been instrumental in supporting targeted weed management initiatives across the state. Through WAF Stage 1, the Huon Valley Council received funding to survey and manage African feather grass (AFG) infestations in the Huon region. Building on the success of this initial project, Council secured an…
Have you been considering how an electric vehicle charging station might benefit your business? Tourism Industry Council Tasmania (TICT), and industry experts, are teaming up for a practical information session designed to give you the knowledge and confidence to invest in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. This free mini-workshop will explore how EV chargers can enhance your…
Recycle Rewards have installed a brand new 4-terminal Reverse Vending Machine (RVM) outside Sparkles Huonville, making it easier than ever to return your eligible beverage containers. What’s a Reverse Vending Machine (RVM)? It’s a self-service machine where you can return eligible drink containers to receive a refund! Simply place your empty containers into the machine,…
