Huon Valley Landcare volunteers have been recognised as Tasmania’s leading environmental contributors, dedicating more time and effort than any other municipality to caring for local waterways, and ecosystems. New figures released by Landcare Tasmania reveal that in 2024, Huon Valley Landcarers delivered an extraordinary $540,000 worth of volunteer hours—more than half the total value contributed…
Council is delighted to announce the successful launch of comprehensive digital records for both Huon Lawn and Dover Lawn cemeteries, making it easier for families to find loved ones, explore their genealogy, and preserve our community’s rich history. Powered by Chronicle cemetery software, the technology allows people locally and worldwide to easily find information about…
The Huon Valley Council has won support for an innovative health reform proposal at the 2025 National General Assembly of Local Government (NGA) in June, with the formal resolutions recently shared with relevant federal Ministers for their consideration. Councils from across Australia voted in favour of Huon Valley’s resolution calling on the Federal Government…
Huon Valley Council is keeping abreast of activities with key government stakeholders to ensure appropriate oversight and reporting of salmon farming operations in our valley. This involves working alongside multiple agencies to protect both environmental and public health interests. We are aware of inconsistent media reports and wanted to let you know our current understanding…
Member for Franklin Julie Collins has announced more than $4 million in Albanese Government funding for the Huonville Reimagined: Crafting a Future Huonville project — a major initiative set to transform the town and strengthen the Huon Valley community. This is one of 15 new projects that have been announced across Australia through the latest…
Huon Valley Council is seeking community feedback on a new assessment tool to help Community self-assess where more homes could potentially be built, and develop clear Planning Scheme amendment applications in Rural Living Zones. Council undertook a study of Rural Living land in response to community calls for more housing options in Rural Living areas…
