Category: News

New Film: Huon Beings – Artists of the Huon

Many creative people come to the Huon Valley to pursue their art practice, often taking inspiration from their surrounds and in some cases using materials straight from the land. In the latest Huon Beings, hear from local artists and makers on why they choose to base their practice here and what creativity means to them.…

Levelling the Playing Field: New unisex change rooms for Huonville football teams

Local football teams will soon have new, purpose-built change rooms at the Huonville Recreation Ground following a successful application for grant funding to remedy the lack of suitable facilities for female players. Funds from the Tasmanian Government’s Levelling the Playing Field Grants Program will help complete the project, including demolition of the existing structure. Contributions…

Give Back to Your Community: Lead adult learning groups on education and career planning

The Huon Valley Council is partnering with the University of Tasmania (UTAS) to deliver an exciting training program that will upskill Huon Valley community members to give parents and carers information about education and job/career options for their children. “We are seeking volunteers who are passionate about education and that want to help people find…

Pride in the Huon: Help out in the Huon this Clean Up Australia Day

Volunteer registrations for Clean Up Australia Day 2020 are now open, with Huon Valley Council supporting community members, groups, businesses and schools to hold clean ups in their local area between Tuesday 25 February and Sunday 1 March. “Council is pleased to be supporting local clean-up groups who register their site online by providing them…

Resilience Co free talks come to the Huon

The Resilience Co will be delivering a 12 month program in the Huon Valley in 2020, involving a series of free talks geared at building a community of resilient and empowered children and parents. Talks on a number of topics will be running in multiple locations throughout the Valley, presented by clinical psychologist Lisa Ford.…

Have Your Say: Mountain River Hall Playground renewal

Due to the age, wear and tear of the existing equipment, the Mountain River Hall Playground located on Mountain River Road has been identified for upgrade. We’d like to hear your thoughts on the proposed design for the new playground. Key features in the proposed design include: Swings including a toddler seat Junior rock climbing…