Category: News

ANZAC Day Commemorations

Tasmanians are encouraged to continue to take part in commemorations this Anzac Day. There are a number of ways you can help our state keep on top of COVID while remembering the service and sacrifice of Australians past and present. Attend a traditional Dawn Service. Honour our veterans with a moment of reflection at home…

Huon Valley Council welcomes interim General Manager

Following the resignation of our General Manager Emilio Reale, who will be winding up his four years with us on Friday 16 April 2021, the Huon Valley Council has appointed a recruitment panel to seek and recommend to Council the best candidate for the position. At its 31 March meeting, Council nominated the Huon Valley…

Huon Valley Council announces Priority Projects for 2021/22

The Huon Valley Council has approved 10 Priority Projects for our region which will be circulated to the major political parties, key agencies and candidates in advance of the 2021/22 State and Federal elections. Huon Valley Council Acting Mayor Sally Doyle said the projects selected are opportunities for the Australian Government, Tasmanian Government and Council…

Weed of the Month (April): African Lovegrass

African lovegrass (Eragrostis curvula) is an invader of roadsides and disturbed sites from where it can spread to pastures and natural areas. Producing many seeds, African lovegrass quickly overtakes other vegetation and forms dense stands which can completely change habitats and impact on a range of native species. In agricultural areas, low-nutrient mature plants reduce…

Council adopts Land Strategy recommendations

The Huon Valley Council Land Strategy helps Council ensure we make the most of the land we own and achieve a good return for the community. Following the impacts of COVID-19, we have renewed our focus on what is done with land. To set out a path forward, Council adopted the recommendations from a Land…

Book now for Tech Hour: Digital support for seniors

Would you like to be more confident using a computer, smartphone or tablet? Book in for a FREE 1 hour appointment and receive one-on-one coaching to build your basic digital skills! 5 May to 30 June 2021 Every Wednesday 10am to 1pm by appointment only Huon Valley Hub 23 Main Street, Huonville Book your appointment…