Category: News

Weed of the Month (August): Mexican Feather Grass

Mexican feather grass is a major threat to Australia’s grazing industry – it is unpalatable to stock, difficult to control, and capable of thriving in a wide range of climates and soil types. Introduced to Tasmania as an ornamental plant, Mexican feather grass hasn’t yet spread from the few gardens it has been found in…

Have your say! The Tasmanian Government Huon Highway Corridor Study

Have your say! The Tasmanian Government Huon Highway Corridor Study will investigate the future transport demand that is likely in the next 30 years and identify opportunities to improve the Huon Highway along the corridor. The aim is to make the road safer, more consistent and more efficient. The corridor study is open for public…

NAIDOC WEEK OPENING FILM

NAIDOC WEEK  Huon Valley Council recently supported a rich program of events for NAIDOC Week at the Huon Valley Hub in Huonville. This included an immersive opening ceremony in the Hub’s green space with a Welcome to Country from Bron Englert and smoking and ochre ceremonies The occasion was also marked by the official opening…

28 July Ordinary Council Meeting 6pm

Watch via live stream The 28 July Council meeting will be live-streamed at 6pm on Youtube. Visit https://youtu.be/l7rUwIwTD4A to view the meeting live. Attend the public gallery The Huon Valley Council is allowing a public gallery of 4 people at its Council meetings in accordance with Public Health maximum density limits. Book on Eventbrite (tickets open at noon…

ARTBOX presents: The Red Thread of Fate

A triptych photography series from Rowiina Howard exploring the dualities of life in a Tasmanian bush setting. Friday 30 July – Monday 30 August 2021 Huon Valley Hub, 10am to 12pm Monday to Friday 23 Main Street, Huonville ARTBOX in the green space 25 Main Street, Huonville The Red Thread of Fate brings together six…

Port Huon to Geeveston Walking Track now open

The Huon Valley Council is pleased to announce that the new 3km Port Huon to Geeveston Walking Track is now open. The scenic walking track forms part of the improved pedestrian trails connecting the two towns. We thank the Australian Government for generously committing $1,250,000 through its Community Development Grants Program. The track meanders through…