Changes to Council By-laws

The Huon Valley Council is planning to make a new by-law which will include a number of amendments (changes) to our existing by-laws. The proposed Miscellaneous Amendments By-law, By-law No.1 of 2021 will: Make sure that the by-laws are up to date with current legislation and stay appropriately enforceable Clarify unintended issues arising from the as…

Stronger Together COVID-19 Community Issues and Ideas

Council would like to hear from individuals, groups and communities across the Huon Valley about how the COVID 19 pandemic has affected you. To support a genuine community-led recovery program, Council needs your help to identify emerging local issues and explore coordinated local recovery programs that build the capacity and resilience of our region. Thank…

Jefferys Track feasibility study

The Tasmanian Government has funded a feasibility study for the upgrade of Jefferys Track, which runs from Crabtree in the Huon Valley area to Lachlan in the Derwent Valley. The feasibility study will be led by the Huon Valley Council in collaboration with the Derwent Valley Council. A transport link between the Huon and Derwent…

Burtons Reserve Playground Upgrade

Background Several elements of the playground equipment are due for renewal and will be upgraded as part of Council’s asset renewal program (replacement of an existing asset to equivalent capacity or performance capability). These elements include the timber boat., swing sets and other equipment. Located in Cygnet, Burtons Reserve is a popular recreation area offering…

Draft Strategic Plan 2024-2034

Background In November 2022, Council began the process of creating a Community Vision. The purpose of the Community Vision was to identify the community’s main priorities and future aspirations for a period of 10 to 15 years.  Extensive engagement was held with the community over the period December 2022 and February 2023, to understand:  Following…

Dover Foreshore Consultation – Esplanade Road

In 2008 Inspiring Place consultants were commissioned to prepare a Master Plan for the Dover Foreshore. A number of components of the Master Plan have been completed with the closure of the Esplanade Road, one of the last remaining actions. At the Huon Valley Council Dover Community Information Session held in March 2018, requests were…