The school-based immunisation program (SBIP) will soon get underway in the Huon Valley. This is one of the most important public health programs Council delivers each year, providing free, nationally approved vaccines to eligible high school students. New for 2026: digital consent This year, Huon Valley Council is transitioning to a digital consent system, powered by Vitavo. This…
Scholarships of up to $5,000 are now available for Huon Valley residents studying in health services. Every year the Greg Norris Memorial Health Scholarship assists Huon Valley residents studying in the field of medicine, nursing or allied health. The scholarship supports the development of a health workforce that is community-focused, culturally responsive, and committed to…
Huon Valley Council Medical Services is launching a new monthly Women’s Health Clinic at the Geeveston Medical Centre, providing longer, dedicated appointments in a welcoming and inclusive environment for people seeking reproductive and women’s health care. The clinic is being spearheaded by Registrar Dr Melissa Catanzarite, who has a special interest in women’s health. It…
Texas needle grass (Nassella leucotricha) and Chilean needle grass (Nassella neesiana) are considered some of Australia’s worst weeds — vigorous, hard-to-control grasses named for their prolific, needle-like seeds that are well-adapted for burrowing into skin. Difficult to control, they overtake native species in natural areas and cause extensive damage to livestock when they invade pastures.…
Huon Valley Council is replacing four separate by-laws with one comprehensive municipal by-law, simplifying rules for residents and businesses while maintaining current services and protections. Following community engagement in September and October 2025, Council has resolved to introduce the Huon Valley Municipal Area By-law 2026, expected to take effect around July 1, 2026, when published…
We know many people are understandably worried about long grass on roadsides, especially with fire risk this time of year. Despite the wetter conditions in late 2025 and then warm days that have led to an exceptional growing season, we’ve been working hard to get the roadside slashing done across the municipality. We currently have three mowers out working across the Huon…
