Category: News

Port Huon Walking Track temporarily closed on 27 March 2024

Several trees have been damaged along the Port Huon Walking Track from the recent high winds. Council’s Parks and Reserves team will be temporarily closing the track between Drysdale and Sacred Heart School on Wednesday 27 March 2024 from 7am to 2pm to make the area safe for track users. Investigations revealed that two trees…

Easter holiday hours 2024

Have a safe and happy Easter! Changes to our regular operating hours over the Easter holiday period are listed below: Customer Service Centre Closed Friday 29 March, open Wednesday 3 April Kerbside Waste Collection No Kerbside Collection on Good Friday 29 March. Kerbside collection will be collected Saturday 30 March. Southbridge Waste Transfer Station Closed…

Have your say on Burton’s Reserve Playground designs

Burton’s Reserve Playground in Cygnet is being upgraded and we’d like to hear your thoughts on the proposed designs. Several elements of the playground equipment are due for renewal and will be upgraded as part of Council’s asset renewal program. These elements include the timber boat, swing sets and other equipment. Feedback closes Sunday 31…

Sitting pretty: Debbie Ruddick’s decoupage treasures

On exhibition at the Huon Valley Hub throughout March is an exhibition of beautiful decoupaged chairs by Huon artist Debbie Ruddick. Exhibition: My Upcycled Chairs Location: ARTBOX and the Huon Valley Hub (23 Main St, Huonville) Dates: 1 March 2024 – 31 March 2024 Artist talk with Debbie Date: Saturday 16 March Time: 2.00-4.00pm Location:…

Temporary Road Closure – Harrisons Road Bridge Renewal

Harrisons Road Bridge in Cradoc will be temporarily closed from 8am on Tuesday 12 March until 4pm on Friday 15 March 2024. During this time, the existing bridge culvert under Harrisons Road will be replaced. Traffic management will be in place during the closure to redirect traffic off the Channel Highway onto Cygnet Coast Road…

Restoring a local landmark

When Carolyn and Graeme Holmes first laid eyes on Ranelagh’s historic hops kiln, they knew it was something special. With an eye for old buildings and a desire for a southern tree change, they had relocated from another picturesque valley – the Hunter in New South Wales – with their son, daughter-in-law and two grandchildren.…