As the weather gets cooler and the days grow shorter, we are seeing a seasonal increase in respiratory infections across our community. This time of year typically brings more cases of coughs, colds, and other respiratory illnesses presenting at our medical practices. To help protect our medical staff and ensure we can continue providing care,…
A new statewide initiative aimed at reducing litter and encouraging recycling is launching Wednesday 1 May 2025 – and the Huon Valley community is invited to get involved. Recycle Rewards is Tasmania’s Container Refund Scheme, offering 10 cents back for each eligible drink. It’s a simple way for individuals, families, community groups and businesses to…
The Huon Valley is home to an abundance of artistic talent, and this year’s Huon Art Exhibition Group (HAEG) Art Awards have once again highlighted the creativity, depth, and storytelling power of our local artists. Huon Valley Council is proud to have supported the 2025 HAEG Awards by sponsoring the Acquisitive Art Award, which enables a winning piece…
Communities across the Huon Valley will be holding ANZAC Day services on Friday 25 April 2025, providing opportunities to honour the service and sacrifice of veterans, past and present. Services will be held in Dover, Franklin, Judbury, Cygnet, Huonville and Geeveston. All are welcome. C-17A Globemaster Flyover – Huonville This ANZAC Day, the skies over…
Huon Valley Council is reminding residents of the serious consequences of illegal rubbish dumping, following the issuing of significant fines by Tasmania Police to two individuals who dumped more than two cubic metres of waste in the state forest reserve near Geeveston. Unfortunately, forestry roads, waterways, and bushland are common areas for dumping—locations particularly vulnerable…
As the cooler months approach, preparing your home and property for winter is an important step in protecting yourself, your neighbours, and the wider community. The Huon Valley is no stranger to changing conditions, so taking a few simple actions now can make a big difference during wet and windy weather – or in the…
