Council secures funding for flood mitigation plan Published on 18 November 2025 The City of Launceston has been successful in securing a $540,000 grant from the Australian Government for the development of a dedicated flood mitigation strategy for the city. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Pile burns planned at Trevallyn Reserve 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
First Basin Track reopens following repairs Published on 14 November 2025 The City of Launceston has reopened the Duck Reach Walking Track to the public following a bushfire earlier this year. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Council hosts retail crime prevention workshop Published on 13 November 2025 Launceston business owners are invited to a free crime prevention information session ahead of the busy Christmas trading period, hosted by the City of Launceston in partnership with Tasmanian Police and supported by Launceston Central. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Johnston Road reconstruction to get underway Published on 12 November 2025 The City of Launceston is undertaking a $1.3m reconstruction of Johnston Road, between Station Road and St Leonards Road. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Musicians sought for Music in the Park 2026 Published on 05 November 2025 Planning is underway for the City of Launceston's Music in the Park 2026 summer concert series – the free, family-friendly celebration of live music that has become a beloved fixture in the Launnie community’s calendar. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Your chance to play new sustainability board game Published on 04 November 2025 The City of Launceston is rolling the dice on a new place-based climate education tool, and you're invited to play! Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Burns to be undertaken at Meadow Ridge Reserve Published on 04 November 2025 These burns are now complete. Tagged as: , Community Safety
You're invited to the Albert Hall Published on 25 October 2025 A Community Day will be held at the Albert Hall on Sunday, November 9 and everyone's invited! Tagged as: , Events & Activities
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
Term sheet signed for landmark Birchalls redevelopment Published on 14 October 2025 The City of Launceston has formally signed a term sheet with local consortium Birchalls Build Co, comprising S. Group and Tas City Building — paving the way for the long-awaited redevelopment of the iconic Birchalls building in the Brisbane Street Mall. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
Planning approvals hit record highs in Launceston Published on 07 October 2025 The City of Launceston has approved $469 million worth of development in the 2024/25 financial year, a significant $97 million increase on the previous year, underscoring growing investor confidence and aligning with the Council's new 10-Year Strategic Plan. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
Council adopts budget with reduced rates increase Published on 19 June 2025 The City of Launceston's proposed 2025/26 Annual Budget and Annual Plan has been formally endorsed by Councillors at today’s Council Meeting. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
Dining deck feedback sought Published on 14 February 2025 The City of Launceston is encouraging residents and business owners to have their say in the final months of consultation over the Council's George St dining deck trial. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
New mobile food vendor policy adopted Published on 01 November 2024 The City of Launceston has approved a new Mobile Food Vendor Policy, aimed at making it cheaper and simpler for food vans to operate on Council-managed land in the municipality. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Media Releases
Council takes out economic development awards Published on 17 October 2024 The City of Launceston has been recognised at the 2024 National Economic Development Awards for Excellence in Melbourne tonight. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Honours & Celebration
Forum explores development opportunities Published on 18 September 2024 The City of Launceston hosted a developer forum yesterday, providing investors with insights into the strategic planning work the Council is currently undertaking on behalf of the municipality's residents. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
Building a thriving business in Launceston Published on 12 September 2024 Three of the State's best business brains will visit Launceston next week to present a workshop to Launceston small business stakeholders titled 'Building a Thriving Business'. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
Contract for Birchalls redevelopment terminated Published on 24 May 2024 The City of Launceston has terminated a contract of sale for the Birchalls building, but remains committed to an appropriate redevelopment of the Brisbane St Mall property. Tagged as: , Business & Economy