Yesterday, the Huon Valley Council officially launched the Huon Valley’s newest electric vehicle (EV) fast charging station at a media event attended by Nic Street MP, Mayor Bec Enders, Councillors, Acting General Manager Matthew Grimsey, and staff. The installation comes after Council was successful in securing a major $50,000 grant to install an EV fast-charging…
ARTBOX will officially launch with the opening of the Recherche exhibition by Wendy Edwards from 10 October 2020. Recherche explores the community’s relationships with the wild spaces remaining in the Huon through small creatures that we barely notice, and can take for granted. These animals are increasingly under threat from climate change, natural disaster and their ever-reducing habitat. Wendy…
Our common backyard species give us the best indication of the health of our natural environment – think of birds as a barometer for nature! That’s why each October, people join in BirdLife Australia’s Aussie Backyard Birdcount by counting how many birds they see within 20 minutes in their backyard, local park, or any other…
The Huon Valley Council is excited to introduce ARTBOX, a new mobile exhibition space which will travel across townships showcasing the outstanding creativity and skills of local artists and makers. “Creators of all ages and experience levels – from established artists to school art groups – with a connection to the Huon Valley are invited…
The Huon Valley Council Australia Day Awards are presented annually to recognise the achievements and contributions made by residents of the Huon Valley municipality. All nominees should display belief in the following qualities: Strong community values Demonstrated contribution and support to the Huon Valley community An inspirational role model to the community You can nominate…
The Huon Valley Council is excited to welcome Tasmanians to our beautiful region these school holidays. We would like to remind Tasmanians that our RV sites on Council land at Franklin, Shipwrights Point (Port Huon) and Geeveston are temporarily closed while the necessary planning approvals and management arrangements are put in place. However, there are…
