Category: News

Huonville EV charger out of order

Unfortunately, the Electronic Vehicle (EV) charger located in the parking lot behind the Huonville Hub suffered critical damage recently. While this charger will remain out of order while we investigate options for this charging site, we remain committed to climate change action. The fast chargers operated by Electric Highway Tasmania in Geeveston and Cygnet are…

Council crews working to keep roads safe

Due to the severe weather conditions, our dedicated crews will be actively working to keep the roads clear and safe for all residents. Please be aware that any trees and limbs left on the side of the road will be cleared up in the coming week. We appreciate your patience and understanding as our weekly…

POSTPONED! Bushfire Ready – Community Info Sessions

UPDATE 4 September 2024: These events have been postponed. We will advise once we have finalised the new dates. — Join us in September for Bushfire Ready information sessions in the Huon Valley. Emergencies can happen at any time and can have a big effect on your life, business and family. Making a plan helps…

OPTUS – urgent maintenance works scheduled for Southport site

Optus has scheduled urgent maintenance works for their site at Southport for this Friday 23 August 2024. Due to an issue with the existing satellite connectivity, Optus needs to transition the site to a different satellite and install a new antenna. It is expected that the site will be offline from 6am Friday for at…

Free Beekeeping Workshop – Varroa Mite

Have you heard about bee pest, the Varroa mite? These mites are spreading across the country and have a deadly effect on bees, so it is important beekeepers learn how to deal with it. The National Varroa Mite Management Program is hosting training workshops to provide beekeepers with the latest information on Varroa Mite and…

Upcoming 3G network shutdown

Did you know that the 3G network is shutting down from 28 October 2024? Telstra and Optus have announced an extension to the closure of their 3G networks to conduct a public safety awareness campaign so all Australians know what action they need to take ahead of the shutdown. It is important to note that…