For many years, the Huon Valley community has expressed a desire for a walking path that links Port Huon to Geeveston. Council was recently successful in obtaining a $1,250,000 grant from the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional, Development and Communications for the construction of approximately 3km of walking track to link the two towns. Council…
The hedge along Wilmot Road has long been the site of anti-social behaviour and arson attacks (fire) which have damaged the hedge, and the littering of dangerous debris such as broken glass. The Huon Valley Council has therefore made the decision to remove the hedge in the coming months. The decision follows discussion with the…
A public exhibition presenting the results of community engagement on the future use of the Geeveston Town Hall is now open for feedback. The exhibition discusses the results of the community survey and workshops, and identifies potential actions for the future management model of the Town Hall, its key uses, and the possibility of installing…
Newly completed feasibility studies on the proposed Huon Valley Shared Pathway show that the project would bring numerous social, recreational and economic benefits to the Huon Valley. The findings of both studies show that the pathway could become a significant walking, cycling and kayaking trail for the region, separately focussing on: the technical/engineering requirements of…
Open spaces, sport and recreation are essential to the quality of life we enjoy in the Huon Valley, supporting our social activities, healthy living and community connections. The Huon Valley Council is pleased to release the Huon Valley Recreation Plan, a ten-year guide for future planning, development and management of sport and recreation in our…
The Huon Valley Council is committed to supporting local workforce growth across our region’s primary and growth sectors. We are pleased to release the Huon Valley Workforce Planning Study, which identifies issues impacting on our workforce and provides a strong understanding of our future planning needs and development opportunities. The study has been developed through…
