George Town Council

03/06/2026

🚧 New Signage at Level Crossing - Old Bell Bay Road, George Town 🚧
Live on Wednesday, 1st of July 2026

TasRail is rolling out new safety technology at level crossing sites across Tasmania to improve driver awareness and reduce risk. The upgrades focus on stop sign-controlled level crossings, where safety depends entirely on drivers slowing down, stopping, and checking for trains.

For more information, please contact TasRail.

03/06/2026

Recycling is our last chance to recover materials before they end up in landfill. Are you a super source separator or a wishcycler? Test your knowledge at the George Town Neighbourhood House this June to become a Good Sort as we demystify the recycling process here in Tasmania.

Register now to secure your free spot: https://events.humanitix.com/be-a-good-sort

George Town Council

03/06/2026

Passionate about your community and ready to make a difference?

Local government elections are happening this October across all 29 Tasmanian councils.

If you’re considering nominating for councillor, mayor or deputy mayor, now is the perfect time to learn what’s involved.

The Local Government Association of Tasmania has released a Candidate Handbook covering eligibility, the nomination process and campaigning. It’s a great place to start.

Download it from the LGAT website: https://www.lgat.tas.gov.au/council-elections

02/06/2026

🐾 FOUND DOG – BEECHFORD AREA 🐾

This beautiful young girl was picked up Monday (1st of June) morning just outside of Beechford on Old Soldier Settlement Road and is currently being cared for by George Town Council.

She is in excellent condition, very friendly, and loves playing ball, leading us to believe she is well loved and likely being missed by her owners.

Council kindly asks Beechford residents to please check with neighbours, friends, and family members who may not be active on social media to help reunite her with her family.

If you recognise this dog or know who she belongs to, please contact George Town Council on 6382 8800.

02/06/2026

Closing Soon 👇

🎉 George Town Council invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from suitably qualified and experienced event organisers to design, coordinate, and deliver a New Year’s Eve community event to be held on 31 December 2026 in George Town, Tasmania.

Council seeks to support an event that is family-friendly, inclusive, and accessible, providing opportunities for community celebration while enhancing visitation and local economic activity.

For more information, please visit our website: https://georgetown.tas.gov.au/eoi-new-years-eve

02/06/2026

💭 Community Consultation: Proposed Memorial Bench Seat - Doug Burt

Council has received a proposal to install a memorial bench seat off The Strand, George Town (see image for proposed location), in honour of the late Doug Burt.

The late Doug Burt was a long-serving member of the community and also a former Council member serving the George Town Council from 1999-2011 and 2014-2018, holding positions as Mayor, Deputy Mayor and Councillor. Doug also spent many hours volunteering with the Rotary Club of George Town and the Chamber of Commerce.

Council is seeking any feedback in relation to the proposal. Please provide any written feedback to the proposal via [email protected] by 5pm, 29th of June 2026.

https://georgetown.tas.gov.au/bench-seat-doug-burt

02/06/2026

Have Your Say on Tasmania’s Waste & Resource Recovery Strategy 2026–2031.

Tasmania is shaping its next Waste and Resource Recovery Strategy, and right now the community has a real chance to influence what our state’s future looks like. This strategy will guide how we reduce waste, improve recycling, support a circular economy, and protect our environment over the next five years, but it can only work if it reflects the voices of the people who live here.

Your input matters because communities understand what’s working, what isn’t, and what’s missing. Whether you’re a household, a business, a farmer, a student, or a volunteer, your perspective helps shape practical, realistic actions.

Learn more and share your feedback here:
https://wrr.tas.gov.au/planning-and-reporting/waste-and-resource-recovery-strategy-consultation

Let’s work together to build Tasmania into a place where nothing is wasted.

02/06/2026

🐾 Dog registration and Kennel License renewals have been sent out to residents.

Registration renewals and new dog registrations completed by 30 June will receive a fee discount. Council also offers a discount for concession card holders. Lifetime registration is also a great option to save money.

Under the Dog Control Act 2000, dogs over 6 months of age must be registered. Microchipping of dogs is compulsory in the George Town municipality.

If you don’t receive your renewal in the next couple of weeks or need to update details, please contact Council on 6382 8800.

For more information about responsible dog ownership and to view off/on lead areas, please visit our website: https://georgetown.tas.gov.au/dogs

01/06/2026

⚠️ NOTICE TO GEESE OWNERS ⚠️

Council is requesting that the owners of the geese currently located near Pimelea Close, George Town, please make contact with Council as soon as possible regarding the safety and welfare of the animals.

We would like to discuss appropriate and safe containment measures to help eliminate ongoing nuisance concerns and reduce the risk of harm to both the geese and members of the public.

If you are the owner, or have information regarding the ownership of these geese, please contact Council on 6382 8800 at your earliest convenience.

Please note that should no owners come forward within the required timeframe, Council may arrange for the geese to be safely captured and relocated to an appropriate home or facility.

Thank you for your cooperation.

01/06/2026

🐾 Lost Dog 🐾

Female black labrador found on Soldier Settlement Road (Beechford End). Microchipped, but not registered in the database.

Please contact Council on 6382 8800 for further details. Proof of ownership is required.