Category: News

Huon Valley Council GM’s contract renewed

At its meeting of 29 January 2020, the Huon Valley Council supported the recommendation to offer the General Manager (GM), Mr Emilio Reale, a contract of employment for a period of five years. Mr Reale’s new contract commenced on 14 March 2020. Huon Valley Council Mayor Bec Enders said, “Mr Reale had received strong and…

Stronger Together: Quick Response Grants now open

As part of our Stronger Together community recovery program, the Huon Valley Council is pleased to announce that the new Quick Response Grants program is now open for applications. Council is committed to recognising local skills, strengths and resources and supporting individuals, groups, clubs and organisations to be active in a variety of recovery initiatives.…

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Online Talk: Connecting Communities Through Creativity on 12 May

A FREE Turning Professional workshop for local Huon Valley artists and makers who want to turn their practice into a sustainable business.  Can art engage us when we are not able to physically connect? In this free online talk, presenter Simon Spain from All That We Are will explore ways to connect with art in…

Have Your Say: Franklin Master Plan Stage 3 – Sporting Precinct

The Franklin foreshore area has been a focal point for rowing, cricket, football, cycling and other sports since the 1800’s and is strongly linked with the early history of Franklin’s settlement and the development of the Huon Valley. The draft Franklin Master Plan Stage 3 – Sporting Precinct will allow Council to plan for future…

Council launches Stronger Together program

The people of the Huon Valley are well known for their strength and resilience in the face of adversity. Through its newly launched Stronger Together program, Huon Valley Council is committed to supporting individuals, communities, businesses and organisations in our communities as we navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted our way of…