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 The City of Launceston advises that small, controlled pile burns will be undertaken at Meadow Ridge Reserve in Kings Meadows in the coming weeks as part of the Council’s seasonal bushfire mitigation program. 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
Winning Northern Gateway artwork endorsed Published on 24 October 2025 The City of Launceston has endorsed Sky Vessels by Katie Stackhouse as the winning artwork concept for the city’s landmark Northern Gateway project — a major public art commission that will create a visually compelling arrival point at Launceston's entrance. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Neighbourhood Plan to unlock thousands of new homes Published on 24 October 2025 The City of Launceston has this week endorsed the St Leonards and Waverley Neighbourhood Plan and Infrastructure Funding Framework, marking a major milestone in the city’s coordinated housing-growth agenda. Tagged as: , Announcements
Heritage Sketch competition draws record entries Published on 17 October 2025 The City of Launceston's Heritage Sketch youth art competition has drawn a record field of more than 330 entries across seven categories. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
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
Parks and reserves reopen following storm event Published on 11 October 2025 The City of Launceston has reopened parks and reserves across the municipality following this week's storm event. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety
Upcoming flood exercise to close Charles St bridge Published on 07 October 2025 The Charles Street bridge will be closed to traffic and pedestrians between 6pm and 10pm on Wednesday, October 15, as part of an important flood preparedness exercise. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Community planting day at Torrens Street Park Published on 20 August 2025 Students from Launceston's Northern suburbs rolled up their sleeves as part of a community planting day at Torrens Street Park in Mayfield today. Tagged as: , Media Releases
First Basin Track repair works underway Published on 07 August 2025 The City of Launceston has begun repair works on a section of the First Basin Track damaged by a bushfire in the Cataract Gorge Reserve earlier this year. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Draft climate action plan out for community feedback Published on 10 July 2025 The City of Launceston is calling on residents and local businesses to have their say on the Draft Community Climate Action Plan, a roadmap to achieve a sustainable, low-carbon future for the city. Tagged as: , Media Releases
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
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
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