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
Playspace investments in pipeline Published on 25 September 2025 The City of Launceston is progressing exciting redevelopments of two of the city's most popular playspaces, enhancing recreational opportunities for Northern Tasmanian families and visitors alike Tagged as: , Health & Lifestyle, Improvement Works
Lilydale Swimming Pool ready for summer season Published on 28 November 2024 The City of Launceston will open the Lilydale Swimming Pool for the summer season this Saturday, November 30. Tagged as: , Events & Activities, Health & Lifestyle
Cataract walk reopens to the public Published on 23 February 2024 The City of Launceston this morning reopened the popular Cataract Walk and Trevallyn Steps recreational trails to the public. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Events & Activities, Health & Lifestyle, Media Releases
Cataract Gorge open for bumper summer Published on 05 January 2024 Thousands of people are expected to visit Launceston's most popular natural attraction, the Cataract Gorge, this summer. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Events & Activities, Health & Lifestyle, Media Releases
First Basin Swimming Pool opens ahead of summer Published on 03 November 2023 The Cataract Gorge's popular First Basin Swimming Pool has opened to the public today, with the Lilydale Swimming Pool set to open on Friday, December 1. Tagged as: , Health & Lifestyle
New recreation infrastructure for Lilydale Published on 29 September 2023 Lilydale will be a recreation hotspot this summer, with the City of Launceston this month completing a number of sport and recreation infrastructure upgrades. Tagged as: , Health & Lifestyle, Media Releases
Funding for Northern suburbs recreation hub welcomed Published on 02 June 2023 Launceston Acting Mayor Matthew Garwood has welcomed a $27.5m State Government contribution towards the Northern Suburbs Recreation Hub project, announced as part of the recent State Budget. Tagged as: , Health & Lifestyle
Share the Dignity machine installed at Launceston Library Published on 12 August 2022 The City of Launceston has invested $10,000 for the installation of a new Dignity Vending Machine in the CBD as part of a partnership with charity Share the Dignity and the Launceston Library. Tagged as: , Health & Lifestyle
Feedback sought on open spaces, trails and recreation Published on 03 June 2022 The City of Launceston is seeking public feedback to make Launceston a more social, inclusive and fair city as part of its ongoing Tomorrow Together community engagement program. Tagged as: , Health & Lifestyle