Category: News

12 TO 24: Huon Valley Youth launch

Huon Valley Youth Services has rebranded and developed a new way of working with young people in the valley. A frank conversation revealed that young people were feeling disconnected and left out of Council processes and decision making. 12 to 24: Huon Valley Youth represents the next evolution of how the Huon Valley Council will…

Huon Valley 2022 Volunteer Service Awards Announced

The winners of the Huon Valley 2022 Volunteer Service Awards were announced at a special ceremony on Thursday 19 May. Congratulations to the winners of the Huon Valley 2022 Volunteer Service Awards, announced last night at a special ceremony. Acting Mayor Sally Doyle presented the awards along with Huon Valley Citizen of the Year 2022,…

TENDER: Cygnet Caravan Park – Expressions of Interest

Huon Valley Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from suitable individuals/organisations to make submissions for the management of the Cygnet Caravan Park. Submissions should detail the anticipated mode of operation of the park, including proposed fees, checking-in arrangements for campers, cleaning of amenities, mowing and general maintenance. It is envisaged that a lease would be…

Enjoying the great outdoors: information for dog owners

The Huon Valley has some great areas for dog walking, both on and off lead. Here are some helpful guidelines and general rules to keep our dogs safe and happy and our residents too. In a built-up area your dog is required to be on lead if not in a designated off lead area. While…

Celebrating our volunteers: The Tasmanian Bike Collective

At a young age Anthony Davidson’s bike was his “freedom machine”. He could take off with a backpack and go camping with friends or on his own. Nowadays, Anthony doesn’t own a car. He gets around on his mountain bike with a trailer on the back for his dog and rides from his home in…

Master Builders award nomination for Geeveston Town Hall

The Geeveston Town Hall Lift Project has been nominated for a Master Builders Tasmania Award for Excellence. Access Solutions (Tasmania) Pty Ltd installed the lift and has nominated the project in the category ‘Heritage-listed or Period Building Restoration/Renovation’. This category acknowledges excellence in the renovation/ restoration of a heritage-listed or period building which was constructed…