Council committees refreshed with future focus Published on 17 April 2025 The City of Launceston is undertaking a refresh of its Council Committees, paving the way for a morestreamlined, strategic, and community-connected approach to decision-making in 2025 and beyond. Tagged as: , Media Releases
UTAS Stadium redevelopment gets green light Published on 17 April 2025 The City of Launceston Council has today paved the way for a transformative $130 million redevelopment of UTAS Stadium, approving a development application which will mark a significant milestone for Northern Tasmania’s premier sporting and events precinct. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Easter and Anzac Day parking - What you need to know Published on 14 April 2025 The City of Launceston is making it easier for residents and visitors to enjoy the CBD and surrounds this Easter and Anzac Day with free parking available in many council-managed car parks on key public holidays. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Beloved 'Bike Centre' back better than ever Published on 11 April 2025 The City of Launceston is excited to announce that online bookings for the new and improved Road Safety Centre will open on Monday ahead of the Easter break. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Riverbend Rock returns for 2025 Published on 08 April 2025 Launceston is gearing up for an electrifying afternoon of music, fun, and community spirit as the Riverbend Rock Challenge returns for 2025 this Friday April 11. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Engagement opportunities for St Leonards and Waverley plan Published on 03 April 2025 The City of Launceston is calling on residents, landowners, stakeholders, and visitors to help shape the future of St Leonards and Waverley as consultation continues on its draft St Leonards and Waverley Neighbourhood Plan. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Feedback opens on proposed Annual Budget and Annual Plan Published on 03 April 2025 The City of Launceston is excited to launch community consultation this week on its draft 2025/26 Annual Budget and Annual Plan, inviting residents, businesses, and organisations to shape a bold vision for our city’s future. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Input sought on Carr Villa Master Plan Published on 28 March 2025 The City of Launceston will seek community feedback on its draft masterplan for the municipality's largest public cemetery, Carr Villa Memorial Park, after consultation was endorsed by Councillors at this week's meeting. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Exciting future vision for St Leonards and Waverley Published on 27 March 2025 The City of Launceston wants to hear from residents, landowners, stakeholders, developers, and service providers to help shape the future of St Leonards and Waverley. Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Media Releases
Works set for John Hart Conservatory Published on 21 March 2025 The John Hart Conservatory in City Park is set to undergo a major restoration to preserve its beauty and structural integrity for future generations. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
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
FOGO awaits new national standards for compostable packaging Published on 18 January 2023 The City of Launceston will temporarily suspend the collection and processing of compostable packaging from local events at its organic processing facility while it awaits new national standards for compostable packaging to be implemented. Tagged as: , Environment