Danny Gibson tenders resignation Published on 16 April 2026 City of Launceston Councillor Danny Gibson has ended his term as a Councillor, effective today. Tagged as: , Announcements
Prizes up for grabs for app launch Published on 14 April 2026 Launceston residents can now access waste and recycling information via the LoopedIn Councils app, a free, user-friendly tool designed to simplify Council services for users. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Lilydale Falls oak tree to be removed following failure Published on 10 April 2026 A historic oak tree at Lilydale Falls Reserve will be removed following a significant branch failure and major splitting in the trunk. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Feedback opens on Annual Budget, plans Published on 02 April 2026 The City of Launceston is calling on residents to review and provide feedback on its proposed Four-Year Delivery Plan 2026/27 - 2029/30 and the 2026/27 Annual Plan and Annual Budget, which outlines the Council’s key objectives and financial framework for the year ahead. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Thoroughfare labelled a resounding success Published on 31 March 2026 Launceston's brand-new free street art festival Thoroughfare was a resounding success, transforming the CBD into a vibrant celebration of creativity, music, food and community on Saturday. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Join the QVMAG Museum Governance Advisory Board Published on 28 March 2026 The City of Launceston is seeking dedicated community members with relevant experience to help guide the future of the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
City Park play feature set for restoration Published on 26 March 2026 Launceston's beloved train play feature, 'Hutch', is set for a new chapter as it departs City Park next month for restoration — paving the way for a refreshed and modern play space that will delight families later this year. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Feedback sought on wood heater usage Published on 25 March 2026 The City of Launceston is seeking community feedback about wood heater usage in the municipality as it works towards developing a domestic wood smoke plan. Tagged as: , Environment
Bus stop safety trial underway Published on 20 March 2026 Launceston residents, bus passengers, and city-centre businesses are set to benefit from a trial of security guards at the St John Street bus stops, which commenced this week following a Council decision earlier this month. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Thoroughfare festival buzzing with inspiration Published on 18 March 2026 The electrical resistance of plants in Launceston's John Hart Conservatory is generating buzz ahead of the city's upcoming street art festival, Thoroughfare. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Feedback sought on wood heater usage Published on 25 March 2026 The City of Launceston is seeking community feedback about wood heater usage in the municipality as it works towards developing a domestic wood smoke plan. Tagged as: , Environment
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
Lecture series to explore climate change in Northern Tasmania Published on 09 February 2024 Northern Tasmanians with an interest in climate change, sustainability and the environment are invited to the Engage for Change Community Talk Series. Tagged as: , Environment
Feedback sought on open space strategy Published on 28 November 2023 The City of Launceston is seeking public input to help develop a new Recreation and Open Space Strategy for the municipality. Tagged as: , Environment
Floating habitats support willow management program Published on 18 October 2023 The City of Launceston has this week installed artificial floating bird habitats in Queechy Lake along with removing willow saplings as part of its annual willow management program. Tagged as: , Environment
Life returning to Kings Meadows Rivulet Published on 05 June 2023 Kings Meadows rivulet is one of Launceston's most well-known urban waterways. Tagged as: , Environment
Russells Plains fuel reduction burn Published on 20 March 2023 If forecast weather conditions remain favourable, the City of Launceston will today undertake a fuel reduction burn at Russell Plains. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Environment
2023 Fuel reduction burn program to get underway Published on 17 March 2023 The City of Launceston expects to begin its annual fuel reduction burn program next week, weather depending. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Environment
Registrations open for 2023 Hard Waste Collection program Published on 01 February 2023 Registrations for the City of Launceston's annual Hard Waste Collection program are open online until Tuesday, February 28. Tagged as: , Environment