Category: News

Congratulations to Huon Valley Medical Service doctor on completing training

Congratulations from the Huon Valley Medical Service team to Dr Malhaar Ner who has been accepted as a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP). Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) is what all registrars are training towards on the Australian General Practice Training program. It demonstrates to…

Temporary road closure: Forsters Rivulet Road, Lymington

We will begin renewal works on the bridge culvert near 208 Forsters Rivulet Road, in early March 2025. The culvert located between Donohoe Rd and Direens Road, Lymington has reached its end of life and will be replaced to maintain its safety into the future. The work will require a temporary road closure at the…

Safer shopping in Cygnet 

Cygnet will be a safer place to shop with a new pedestrian wombat crossing to be installed in March 2025. 

Port Huon Pool reopening makes a splash

The newly renovated Port Huon Pool welcomed the community back over the weekend with a splashy celebration. Over 200 community members came to the free weekend to enjoy a swim, grab a BBQ sausage and explore the upgraded centre. Feedback from attendees has been positive, with many commenting on the pool’s improved appearance and facilities.…

Newest Councillors share their reflections on joining Huon Valley Council

Last year saw two new Councillors elected mid Council term due to resignations. Cr Amy Robertson joined in February and Cr Lukas Mrosek in August. Launched straight into the action, they have shared with us their experiences of becoming a Councillor and their goals for the next two years ahead. Cr Amy Robertson I have…

Take control of ragwort weed

Ragwort (Senecio jacobaea) is a common weed in Southern Tasmania but with prime growing conditions this summer, new infestations have been popping up all over the Huon. It thrives in patchy pastures and disturbed areas like roadsides and its seeds are dispersed by wind, making it quickly and easily spread across vast areas. Ragwort doesn’t…