Special service to celebrate mothers no longer with us Published on 02 May 2024 Mother's Day is a day to celebrate the mums, mother figures and mentors in our lives. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
Preserving Launceston's best-loved heritage Published on 09 April 2024 The City of Launceston is engaging with property owners whose properties have been identified as having special and important cultural value and meaning within our municipality. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Sam Johnson appointed as new City of Launceston CEO Published on 08 April 2024 Mr Sam Johnson OAM has today been named as the City of Launceston’s new Chief Executive Officer and is expected to take up the role in July. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Restoration works underway on Children's Jubilee Drinking Fountain Published on 28 March 2024 The City of Launceston is overseeing a significant restoration of the iconic Children's Jubilee Drinking Fountain in City Park. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Council to consider proposed Annual Budget and Annual Plan Published on 28 March 2024 The City of Launceston will next week consider its proposed Annual Budget, Annual Plan and fees and charges for the 2024/25 financial year. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Future of historic Frederick St building set for decision Published on 28 March 2024 Following a public Expressions of Interest process, the City of Launceston will next week consider the future of a historic former kindergarten at 56 Frederick St. Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Media Releases
Council to consider request for Cataract Gorge chairlift upgrade Published on 28 March 2024 The City of Launceston will next week consider the first step required in a proposed upgrade of the Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift. Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Media Releases
2024 Fuel reduction burn program to get underway Published on 28 March 2024 The City of Launceston expects to begin its annual fuel reduction burn program in early April, weather depending. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Silverdome to screen JackJumpers clash Published on 27 March 2024 Tomorrow night's historic clash between the Tasmania JackJumpers and Melbourne United will be screened live for free at the Jackie's Northern home, Launceston's Silverdome from 7.30pm — and everyone is invited. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
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
Mural artists sought for new CBD street art project Published on 01 March 2024 The City of Launceston is seeking Expressions of Interest from Tasmanian artists to design and install a mural on the Criterion Place public toilet facilities in the CBD. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Planning for Princess Theatre works underway Published on 18 January 2024 Following a publicly advertised tender process, the City of Launceston is undertaking planning for future upgrades to the functionality and accessibility of one of Launceston's most important cultural facilities, the Princess Theatre and Earl Arts Centre complex. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Media Releases
Kids invited to decorate Launceston Published on 08 November 2023 Launceston children are being invited to sprinkle Christmas magic across the city through the power of art. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Heritage Snap! returns for 2023 Published on 29 September 2023 The City of Launceston's Heritage Snap! youth photography competition has officially launched for 2023, with three $500 prizes up for grabs. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Honours & Celebration, Media Releases
Tassie tiger sculptures set for installation in Civic Square Published on 01 September 2023 Ten bronze Tassie tiger sculptures formerly located in Launceston's Brisbane St Mall will be installed in their new home in Civic Square in coming days. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture
Australian Musical Theatre Festival program launch Published on 24 February 2023 Launceston Mayor Danny Gibson has congratulated the organisers of the Australian Musical Theatre Festival on the launch of the event's 2023 program. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities
Mona Foma a runaway success: Mayor Published on 20 February 2023 This weekend's Mona Foma has been labelled a runaway success by Launceston Mayor Danny Gibson. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities
ARTBOX touches down in Launceston Published on 31 August 2022 An innovative, eye-catching mobile art gallery known as ARTBOX is set to take centre stage in Launceston's Civic Square, heralding the arrival of the Flow art exhibition at Sawtooth ARI, which launched earlier this week. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Riverbend ready for rock challenge Published on 13 April 2022 The Riverbend Rock Challenge is returning for 2022, with six Northern Tasmanian high school bands set to compete for their slice of rock 'n' roll glory. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities