Environmental contamination detected in Rocherlea industrial area Published on 01 February 2024 The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) and the Department of Health are working together to investigate potential public health risks from environmental contamination near a recycling facility in Rocherlea. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Media Releases, Public Notices, Emergency Management
Council to advertise transfer of UTAS Stadium Published on 17 November 2023 The City of Launceston will tomorrow advertise its intention to transfer the ownership of UTAS Stadium to the new State Government management entity, Stadiums Tasmania. Tagged as: , Media Releases, Public Notices
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
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. Tagged as: , Media Releases, Public Notices
Council asks for patience on Cataract Walk closure Published on 14 July 2023 Launceston's popular Cataract Walk recreational trail may be closed to the public for several months, following the failure of a privately-owned retaining wall at a property on South Esk Road last week. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Media Releases, Public Notices
Cataract Walk closed following retaining wall failure Published on 10 July 2023 The City of Launceston has closed the Cataract Walk to the public following the failure of a privately-owned retaining wall at a property on South Esk Road last week. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Media Releases, Public Notices
First Basin and Lilydale pools set to open Published on 22 December 2022 The Cataract Gorge's popular First Basin Swimming Pool has opened to the public, with the Lilydale Swimming Pool set to open next week. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Events & Activities, Public Notices
City of Launceston election finalised Published on 02 November 2022 Seven new Councillors have been elected to the City of Launceston in the local government elections, with five incumbent Councillors retaining their seats. Tagged as: , Announcements, Honours & Celebration, Media Releases, Public Notices
UPDATED: Repairs on flood damaged infrastructure underway Published on 19 October 2022 Crews from the City of Launceston are continuing to work across the municipality to inspect and re-open road infrastructure and bridges to the community in the wake of last week's flood event. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Media Releases, Public Notices
Changes to 2022 Council Meeting Schedule Published on 13 September 2022 Due to the public holiday for the National Day of Mourning for Queen Elizabeth II, the Council Meeting scheduled for Thursday 22 September 2022 will now be held on Wednesday 21 September 2022. Tagged as: , Public Notices
Restoration works underway on Children's Jubilee Drinking Fountain Published on 28 March 2024 The City of Launceston is overseeing a significant restoration of the iconic Children's Jubilee Drinking Fountain in City Park. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Council to consider proposed Annual Budget and Annual Plan Published on 28 March 2024 The City of Launceston will next week consider its proposed Annual Budget, Annual Plan and fees and charges for the 2024/25 financial year. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Future of historic Frederick St building set for decision Published on 28 March 2024 Following a public Expressions of Interest process, the City of Launceston will next week consider the future of a historic former kindergarten at 56 Frederick St. Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Media Releases
Council to consider request for Cataract Gorge chairlift upgrade Published on 28 March 2024 The City of Launceston will next week consider the first step required in a proposed upgrade of the Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift. Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Media Releases
2024 Fuel reduction burn program to get underway Published on 28 March 2024 The City of Launceston expects to begin its annual fuel reduction burn program in early April, weather depending. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Silverdome to screen JackJumpers clash Published on 27 March 2024 Tomorrow night's historic clash between the Tasmania JackJumpers and Melbourne United will be screened live for free at the Jackie's Northern home, Launceston's Silverdome from 7.30pm — and everyone is invited. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Reusable nappy, period and incontinence product rebate available Published on 22 March 2024 The City of Launceston is offering a new cloth nappy and reusable sanitary product rebate on a trial basis, in line with the Council's sustainability and waste reduction initiatives and in response to the needs of our community. Tagged as: , Environment
Council to develop flood strategy Published on 08 March 2024 The City of Launceston will establish a comprehensive flood mitigation strategy in response to a notice of motion that received the unanimous support of Councillors at this week's Council meeting. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Lake Trevallyn reopened to recreational water users Published on 06 March 2024 Lake Trevallyn has been reopened to recreational water users, following recent water quality testing by the Tamar Estuary and Esk Rivers (TEER) Program. Tagged as: , Community Safety