Music in the Park series extended to end March 2026 Published on 14 January 2026 The City of Launceston’s popular Music in the Park season has been extended through to the end of March 2026, with City Park coming alive to the sounds of local musicians on Sunday afternoons. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Proposed Kings Wharf remediation to unlock Convention Centre Precinct Published on 22 December 2025 A bold proposal by JMC Group, backed by a significant commitment from the City of Launceston, would deliver major remediation of a degraded section of the kanamaluka/Tamar Estuary riverbank and unlock a new, world-class Convention Centre Precinct - a project described as a genuine game-changer for Launceston and Northern Tasmania. Tagged as: , Announcements
Sage Bassano awarded 2025 Ariarne Titmus Scholarship Published on 18 December 2025 A rising Launceston swimming star with an impressive record of state and national success has been named the 2025 recipient of the City of Launceston’s Ariarne Titmus Swimming Scholarship. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Reimagining the Gorge upgrades delivered through strong partnerships Published on 18 December 2025 One of Launceston’s most iconic natural attractions has received a significant upgrade, with the completion of the Reimagining the Gorge Upgrades project - a $1.68 million investment jointly funded by the Australian Government and the City of Launceston. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Carols in the Park brings festive cheer to City Park Published on 18 December 2025 The City of Launceston’s Christmas celebrations will culminate with the much-loved Carols in the Park returning to City Park on Sunday 21 December from 5pm. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Waverley students celebrate what makes their suburb shine Published on 17 December 2025 Students at Waverley Primary School have created a short film celebrating their suburb, as part of the City of Launceston's Launnie Connecting Community program.Waverley Shines was created over two days in November, with students mentored to capture the stories, connections and hopes of their community on camera. Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Launceston strengthens international ties through Ikeda visit Published on 12 December 2025 The City of Launceston has reaffirmed its six-decade Sister City relationship with Ikeda, Japan, following a highly successful delegation visit held from 28 October to 2 November 2025. Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Launceston scores Excellence Award Published on 24 November 2025 The City of Launceston has been presented with an Excellence Award for its use of the video game Minecraft as a community engagement tool.The Council was recognised at last week's Local Government Association of Tasmania 2025 Awards for Excellence in the Showcasing Innovation category. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
Lighting of the Tree set to shine on Saturday November 29 Published on 19 November 2025 Northern Tasmania's tallest Christmas tree will be illuminated in front of an expected crowd of thousands at the City of Launceston's Lighting of the Tree event on Saturday, November 29. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Pile burns planned ahead of summer Published on 18 November 2025 The City of Launceston plans to oversee small, controlled pile burns in Trevallyn Reserve in coming weeks, weather depending. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Proposed Kings Wharf remediation to unlock Convention Centre Precinct Published on 22 December 2025 A bold proposal by JMC Group, backed by a significant commitment from the City of Launceston, would deliver major remediation of a degraded section of the kanamaluka/Tamar Estuary riverbank and unlock a new, world-class Convention Centre Precinct - a project described as a genuine game-changer for Launceston and Northern Tasmania. Tagged as: , Announcements
Albert Hall redevelopment officially opened Published on 25 October 2025 The iconic Albert Hall has reopened following completion of the extensive Eastern Wing Redevelopment and Great Hall refurbishment, marking a new era for one of Tasmania’s most cherished heritage venues. Tagged as: , Announcements
Neighbourhood Plan to unlock thousands of new homes Published on 24 October 2025 The City of Launceston has this week endorsed the St Leonards and Waverley Neighbourhood Plan and Infrastructure Funding Framework, marking a major milestone in the city’s coordinated housing-growth agenda. Tagged as: , Announcements
Parks and reserves reopen following storm event Published on 11 October 2025 The City of Launceston has reopened parks and reserves across the municipality following this week's storm event. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety
Parks and reserves closed due to damaging winds Published on 10 October 2025 All City of Launceston-managed parks and reserves will be closed today, Friday, 10 October 2025, to ensure public safety. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety
Council reaffirms Birchalls redevelopment decision Published on 02 October 2025 The City of Launceston has today reaffirmed its decision to partner with the Birchalls Consortium regarding the redevelopment of the Birchalls site. Tagged as: , Announcements
Outdoor pools being readied for bumper summer Published on 01 October 2025 The City of Launceston is gearing up for a huge summer of swimming, with a range of maintenance works and upgrades planned at three Council swimming facilities in coming weeks. Tagged as: , Announcements
Future of Lilydale Falls up for consultation Published on 01 October 2025 The City of Launceston is calling on locals, visitors, and users of Lilydale Falls Reserve to share their ideas and feedback on the future of this beloved natural spot as part of a new online consultation opportunity. Tagged as: , Announcements
Launceston Visitor Information Centre on the move Published on 01 October 2025 The City of Launceston's popular Launceston Visitor Information Centre will relocate to a new space within the Town Hall this month. Tagged as: , Announcements