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Contractor appointed for Cataract Walk works

Published on 15 September 2023

The City of Launceston has appointed a contractor to remove a failed retaining wall which is posing ongoing safety risks to the popular Cataract Walk trail.

Tagged as: , Community Safety, Media Releases, Public Notices

Tassie tiger sculptures set for installation in Civic Square

Published on 01 September 2023

Ten bronze Tassie tiger sculptures formerly located in Launceston's Brisbane St Mall will be installed in their new home in Civic Square in coming days.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture

Speed limit reductions endorsed for some Launceston roads

Published on 01 September 2023

The City of Launceston's application to lower speed limits on some of Launceston's roads has this week been confirmed by the State's Transport Commissioner, following a unanimous Council decision in June.

Tagged as: , Community Safety, Improvement Works, Media Releases

Tender to be advertised for pontoon renewal

Published on 01 September 2023

The City of Launceston will this weekend advertise a tender to undertake repair and refurbishment works on two North Esk River pontoons.

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Mayor's call-out for more Launceston blood donors

Published on 29 August 2023

Despite boasting almost 2000 regular donors, Launceston lags behind other comparable population centres in Tasmania, which has prompted City of Launceston Mayor Matthew Garwood to call for more residents to roll up their sleeve and donate blood.

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Council backs regional sports facility plan

Published on 25 August 2023

Councillors unanimously endorsed the region's inaugural Northern Tasmania Sports Facility Plan at yesterday's City of Launceston ordinary council meeting.

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Charles Street Bridge to close for flood exercise

Published on 17 August 2023

The City of Launceston will close the Charles Street Bridge for up to four hours next Thursday evening as part of a flood preparedness exercise.

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UTAS Stadium to host Matildas live stream for fans

Published on 15 August 2023

Northern Tasmanian soccer fans will have an opportunity to watch the mighty Matilda's World Cup semi-final match on not one, but two giant screens at the University of Tasmania Stadium on Wednesday night.

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Bookings open for Myrtle Park camp grounds

Published on 01 August 2023

The City of Launceston has opened bookings for the Myrtle Park Camping Ground for the summer season ahead, with the popular park set to open to campers from Friday, September 1, through until Friday, May 31, 2024.

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Town Hall lights up for DonateLife Week

Published on 25 July 2023

This DonateLife Week (July 23 to July 30), Launceston residents are being urged to take one minute to sign up and support organ and tissue donation.

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News & Media

Contractor appointed for Cataract Walk works

Tassie tiger sculptures set for installation in Civic Square

Speed limit reductions endorsed for some Launceston roads

Tender to be advertised for pontoon renewal

Mayor's call-out for more Launceston blood donors

Council backs regional sports facility plan

Charles Street Bridge to close for flood exercise

UTAS Stadium to host Matildas live stream for fans

Bookings open for Myrtle Park camp grounds

Town Hall lights up for DonateLife Week

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