More Than 100 People Take The Citizenship Pledge To Call Australia And Published on 23 September 2026 More than 120 people from over 30 countries officially became Australian citizens at a City of Launceston citizenship ceremony held today at the Albert Hall. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture
Birchalls redevelopment breaks ground with new play space for Brisbane Published on 21 September 2026 Construction on the long-awaited Birchalls redevelopment officially starts today, with Birchalls Build Co breaking ground on the first phase of this iconic Launceston retail space. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Birchalls redevelopment starts Published on 21 September 2026 Construction on the long-awaited Birchalls redevelopment officially starts today, with Birchalls Build Co breaking ground on the first phase of this iconic Launceston retail space. Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Launceston recognised for sustainability leadership Published on 18 September 2026 The City of Launceston has won the LG Professionals Tasmania Sustainability and Resilience Award for its Towards Zero Emission Action Plan 2021–2025. The five-year program reduced Council’s corporate greenhouse gas emissions by 19 per cent through initiatives including solar installations, landfill gas capture, building and fleet electrification, FOGO expansion and improved sustainability practice Tagged as: , Media Releases
Plans progress for Lindsay Street Wharf Published on 04 September 2026 City of Launceston Council has unanimously endorsed a capped contribution of up to $5 million to support the Lindsay Street Wharf Redevelopment and Convention Centre project, helping unlock a key riverfront site for public open space, improved pedestrian links and a modern events facility. Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Launceston passes first LGBTIQ+ Action Plan during bumper Sept Published on 04 September 2026 The City of Launceston has affirmed its commitment to strengthening inclusion, belonging and participation for LGBTIQ+ people across the municipality through the adoption of its first LGBTIQ+ Action Plan. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Albert Hall renewal wins International Architecture Award Published on 13 August 2026 The renovation of Launceston’s Albert Hall has won an international architecture award from the Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Honours & Celebration, Media Releases
CBD Bus Interchange progresses with design tender Published on 28 July 2026 The City of Launceston is progressing plans for a future city centre transport interchange, with a tender currently open for the development of concept designs.The tender closes on 25 August and will seek two concepts for a modern on-street interchange which would make public and active transport easier, safer, and more enjoyable to use. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Improvement Works
$11 million Margaret St reconstruction nears start Published on 15 July 2026 The City of Launceston is preparing to start work on an $11 million reconstruction of Margaret St with planning completed for the first stage of the significant streetscape renewal project. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Private Underground Electrical Connections Published on 23 June 2026 The City of Launceston is committed to maintaining the safety of the community and protecting public assets. Applications for Private Underground Electrical Connections (PUEC) within council road reservations will only be approved where the impact on community assets is considered reasonable and safe. Tagged as: , Community Safety
CBD Bus Interchange progresses with design tender Published on 28 July 2026 The City of Launceston is progressing plans for a future city centre transport interchange, with a tender currently open for the development of concept designs.The tender closes on 25 August and will seek two concepts for a modern on-street interchange which would make public and active transport easier, safer, and more enjoyable to use. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Improvement Works
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
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
Transformation planned for St Leonards Village Green Published on 11 March 2026 The City of Launceston has advertised a call for tenders from construction companies for the design and redevelopment of the St Leonards Village Green. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Punchbowl Reserve play space works underway Published on 10 March 2026 The City of Launceston is overseeing the redevelopment of the Punchbowl Reserve play space, with work on the $500,000 project now underway. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
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
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
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
West Tamar Trail upgrade on the right track Published on 07 October 2025 The City of Launceston will begin work on an upgrade of a 1.2km stretch of the West Tamar Trail later this month. Tagged as: , Improvement Works