Category: News

The Future of Local Government Review – Community Survey

UPDATE 15 July 2023: The Minister for Local Government, Nic Street, has announced that there will be no forced amalgamations resulting from the Future of Local Government Review. The Review will continue however, and submissions to the Review Board are still welcomed until 02 August 2023. Once the Board hands over its final report on…

Dog registrations due 31 July 2023

It’s that time of year! Dog registration renewal notices have been issued for all currently registered dogs in the Huon Valley. Pay before 31 July 2023 to receive a discount. Payment details are listed on the renewal notices. Please contact Council if you need help or are experiencing difficulty paying. Is your dog not registered? …

Speed limit change to Pelverata Road

The speed limit for Pelverata Road within the Huon Valley Council area has been reduced to 60 kilometres an hour. The new speed limit is a reduction from the previous speed limit of 80km/h on gravel sections of Pelverata Road and 70km/h through the Pelverata township. The Commissioner for Transport recently approved the reduction. New…

Verona Sands toilet block closed for repairs

Works have begun at the Verona Sands toilet block, located at the western end of Lovering Avenue, Verona Sands. This project is funded from Council’s 2022/2023 Asset Renewal program. Works will include: Installation of ceiling lining Sensor activated LED lights New gutters and fascia Replacement toilet pans, urinals, hand basins and tapware Full internal and…

Huon Valley Community Vision: Shaping Our Future Together

The Huon Valley Community Vision is a collective effort to chart a sustainable and vibrant future for our region. With a focus on collaboration and input from residents, the vision represents a shared roadmap for the years ahead. Here’s a recap of the journey that brought the Community Vision to life. The Journey to the…

Huon Valley Community Awards 2023

On Saturday 20 May 2023, seven volunteers were honoured at Huon Valley Council’s Community Awards Ceremony held the Huonville Town Hall. In 2022, Huon Valley Council combined what was the Australia Day Awards with the Volunteer Service Awards. Together, the awards are now known as the Huon Valley Community Awards and are presented in May,…