Tradespeople offered chance to build heritage skills Published on 02 March 2026 Launceston tradespeople and apprentices have a unique opportunity to build specialist skills incaring for Tasmania's historic buildings, thanks to a scholarship program from the City ofLaunceston Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Input sought on adoption of Seaport name Published on 02 March 2026 The City of Launceston is inviting the Northern Tasmanian community to have its say on a proposal to officially name the popular riverside area known informally as Seaport. Tagged as: , Public Notices
Hawks partnership strengthened Published on 19 February 2026 The City of Launceston has strengthened its enduring relationship with the Hawthorn Football Club by coming on as its newest Premier Partner ahead of the 2026 AFL season - reinforcing a 25-year relationship that continues to deliver substantial economic and cultural benefits to Northern Tasmania. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Work continues on Enterprise Agreement proposal Published on 18 February 2026 The City of Launceston has refined its proposed Enterprise Agreement following extensive feedback from ratepayers, stakeholders and the broader community. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Thoroughfare to transform Launceston CBD in street culture celebration Published on 12 February 2026 Launceston’s CBD will be transformed into a vibrant celebration of street culture on Saturday 28 March when Thoroughfare takes over the city’s laneways and streets from 11.30am to 9pm. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Registrations open for 2026 Hard Waste Collection Published on 06 February 2026 Registrations are now open for the City of Launceston’s annual Hard Waste Collection Program, offering residents a convenient and affordable way to dispose of bulky household items. Tagged as: , Media Releases
New Seaport mural adds to city's growing public art catalogue Published on 05 February 2026 A major new public artwork is transforming the concrete flood levee wall at the Launceston Seaport. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Significant reward offered for return of precious trophy Published on 28 January 2026 A reward of AU$15,000 is on offer for the return of a trophy stolen from the Tasmanian Wool Centre in Ross in December 2025. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Design competition launched for new Brisbane St Mall playground Published on 27 January 2026 The City of Launceston and Birchalls Build Co partner S. Group have today launched a design competition inviting community members - especially children and young people - to help shape the new playground planned for the Brisbane Street Mall. Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Launceston & ASU reach in-principle Enterprise Agreement Published on 23 January 2026 The City of Launceston and the Australian Services Union have reached an agreement-in-principle on a ground-breaking new Enterprise Agreement that - if endorsed - will be the first in Australian history to introduce a four-day working week with five-day wages. Tagged as: , Announcements
New Seaport mural adds to city's growing public art catalogue Published on 05 February 2026 A major new public artwork is transforming the concrete flood levee wall at the Launceston Seaport. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Winning Northern Gateway artwork endorsed Published on 24 October 2025 The City of Launceston has endorsed Sky Vessels by Katie Stackhouse as the winning artwork concept for the city’s landmark Northern Gateway project — a major public art commission that will create a visually compelling arrival point at Launceston's entrance. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Heritage Sketch competition draws record entries Published on 17 October 2025 The City of Launceston's Heritage Sketch youth art competition has drawn a record field of more than 330 entries across seven categories. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Voting opens for Launceston's Northern Gateway project Published on 15 September 2025 The City of Launceston is inviting the community to help choose a striking new public artwork for the city’s northern entrance, with voting now open for the two shortlisted designs. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
New Street Art Festival to launch in 2026 Published on 03 September 2025 The City of Launceston has opened Expressions of Interest for Australian-based artists to help transform the Launceston CBD during the city’s inaugural Street Art Festival, to be held in March 2026. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Help shape Launceston's city gateway Published on 20 May 2025 The City of Launceston, in an exciting partnership with the Department of State Growth, is launching the Northern Gateway project — a game-changing public artwork located on the Midland Highway’s Southern Outlet, one of our city’s main entrances. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Albert Hall upgrades to complement Eastern Wing works Published on 06 March 2025 The City of Launceston has today voted to invest in renovation works within the Albert Hall proper, while a major redevelopment of the building's Eastern Wing nears completion. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Improvement Works, Media Releases
$12.7m Federal investment secured for Princess Theatre project Published on 16 January 2025 City of Launceston Mayor Matthew Garwood has welcomed a $12.7m investment from the Federal Government earmarked for a major redevelopment of the Princess Theatre and Earl Arts Centre Complex. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
DA to be lodged for Princess Theatre project this year Published on 14 May 2024 The City of Launceston expects to lodge a Development Application for a major redevelopment of the Princess Theatre and Earl Arts Centre Complex before the end of 2024. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Media Releases