Huon Valley Council and the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) are working together to tackle the ongoing issue of illegal rubbish dumping in the Huon Valley. Illegal rubbish dumping Illegal rubbish dumping is the act of depositing any waste onto land that does not have a licence to accept waste. The most common forms of rubbish…
Seven Huon Valley residents have received a warm welcome as our newest Australian citizens. Supported by friends and family members, they were welcomed at an official ceremony in the Huonville Town Hall on Thursday 14 September. The group represents a diverse range of countries from around the world, including Brazil, Belgium, Russia, the United Kingdom…
The upgrade of the Verona Sands toilet block is complete. Works on the toilet block – located at the western end of Lovering Avenue above the beach – began in May. Completed works include: Installation of ceiling lining Sensor activated LED lights New gutters and fascia Replacement toilet pans, urinals, hand basins and tapware Full…
Are you interested in attending the Annual General Meeting of your local community hall? It’s a great opportunity to learn about the local projects and initiatives that have been happening in your area over the last 12 months. Most of the Huon Valley’s community halls are managed by dedicated local committees and they are often…
At a well-attended media event on Monday 28 August, the 2023 Hilltop Hike was launched. Huon Valley Deputy Mayor Toby Thorpe, together with Ben Fisher of Lifeline Tasmania, Bianca Jackman of the Huon Valley PCYC and Inspector Colin Riley of Tasmania Police officially launched the event. The Hilltop Hike was created to start a conversation…
“I’ve come out the other side – I have, and it’s nice.” – Tameika, Huon Valley resident and recent graduate of Gearing Up The day of a driving test is an anxiety-inducing occasion for most people. For Tameika, it mattered more than most. “When I went my nerves got the better of me,” she said.…
