Category: News

Take part in the 2021 Australian Liveability Census

The largest social research project in Australian history is underway with the 2021 Australian Liveability Census. After a year where our local neighbourhoods were more important than ever, it is the perfect time to understand what would make them better for you. We encourage everyone to take the 15 minutes to complete this survey and…

Planning for a great 2021/22 harvest season

On 11 May, Huon Valley Councillors and staff met with representatives from the Get Picking Program (Geeveston Community Centre), Fruit Growers Tasmania, local fruit growers, education and training providers, employment services and all levels of government to plan for a fruitful and supported 2021/22 harvest season. The End of Season Dinner and Workshop was held…

Meet the Huon Valley’s 2021 Volunteer Service Award recipients

Eight outstanding members of the Huon Valley community were presented with Volunteer Service Awards last week at a ceremony held on Friday 21 May, during National Volunteer Week (17–23 May). The Huon Valley Council Volunteer Service Awards are presented each year to recognise the people living locally who contribute their time and skills for the…

Draft Volunteering Strategy now open for comment

The draft Huon Valley Volunteering Strategy is now open for public review and comment. The strategy has been developed by Huon Valley Council in collaboration with Volunteering Tasmania and the local community. It recommends actions for the short and long term to encourage and support more people to volunteer. We want to hear your feedback…

Funding secured for young artist mentorship program

The Huon Valley Council is excited to announce that it will be launching an arts mentorship program under its Creative program to support young local artists in their creative practice. Six young people aged 16 to 25 will be selected for the program, with call outs opening in mid-June 2021. The participants will be matched…

2 minutes with… Mark, Multi-Skilled Field Worker

Meet Mark, Multi-Skilled Field Worker for the Huon Valley Council. As the “town gardener”, Mark keeps our local gardens looking beautiful and supports our outdoor crews. Mark is passionate about living in this vibrant part of the world and takes pride in helping to make the Valley a great place to live.