Huon Valley Council

09/09/2026

🌱 From code to creek beds: how a UTAS student helped tackle w**ds in the Huon Valley

Huon Valley Council recently hosted Juman Ashfi, a Bachelor of ICT student from the University of Tasmania, for a Sustainability Placement Experience with our Environmental Sustainability team.

Working alongside our W**d Management team, Juman explored ways to streamline reporting and mapping processes - with the goal of freeing up staff time for on-ground w**d control and environmental work.

W**d Management Officer Jackie Sellers, who mentored Juman during the placement, said:

"Juman brought a fresh perspective to how we manage our workload - the reporting tools he helped set up will make a real difference to how much time our field officers can spend in the field, and implementing further safety measures to support those officers."

It's a great example of how partnerships between Council and the University can bring fresh thinking to everyday environmental challenges - and give students real-world experience that makes a genuine difference.

Read Juman's full story via the University of Tasmania 👇
https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2026/juman-fought-invasive-w**ds-with-computer-science-during-grass-roots-sustainability-placement

Photo: Juman Ashfi and Jackie Sellers at the UTAS graduation

08/09/2026

🌱 Seasonal changeover time! 🌱

Spring means it's park care and sports field renewal season across the Huon Valley! This week our team is hard at work on the seasonal changeover at Huonville Oval, transitioning the ground from AFL and soccer to cricket and athletics for summer.

What you might see happening:

🚜 Tractor activity on and around the oval
🌾 Spreading of sand, seed, and fertiliser
🌿 W**d spraying
📏 Line marking and ground renovations

Depending on the weather, this work may take a few weeks to complete.

For your safety (and our workers'), please follow signage and avoid work areas while upgrades are underway.

Thanks for your patience as we keep this much-loved community space in top condition, ready for the season ahead! 🏏

08/09/2026

🌏 Could you help shape the future of employment and workforce development in southern Tasmania? Southern Employment and Training Network (SETN) is calling for Expressions of Interest for new Board Directors — find out if this could be your next opportunity to make a difference.

Could you help shape the future of employment and workforce development in southern Tasmania?

Southern Employment & Training Network (SETN) Inc. is seeking Expressions of Interest for new Board Directors.

We’re looking for people who can bring experience, insight and strong connections to our Board, particularly across business and industry, finance, governance and strategic leadership.

You don’t need to tick every box. We’re interested in people who understand our region, bring sound judgement and fresh thinking, and want to make a meaningful contribution to employment, skills and opportunity across Kingborough and the Huon Valley.

Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Public Officer Erin van Nieuwkuyk before applying. Email [email protected] for the EOI Information Pack.

Please share with anyone in your networks who might be a great fit for the SETN Board.

07/09/2026

🚨 Vandals caught thanks to sharp-eyed community members 🚨

Council was disappointed to discover that the shelter and informative signage along the Skinners Creek walking track were recently vandalised.

Thanks to community members who reported the incident, Tasmania Police were able to investigate and identify those responsible.

We extend a genuine thank you to those community members. Reporting incidents like this really does make a difference, and it's the reason the offenders were caught.

If you see vandalism or other suspicious activity in our parks and reserves, please report it:
📞 Police Assistance Line (non-emergency): 131 444
📞 Crime Stoppers (anonymous): 1800 333 000

🛠️ Council will now begin cleaning up and repairing the site. It's a timely reminder that vandalism costs the community money, which we'd much rather spend on projects that benefit everyone.

We appreciate the community's support in looking after Skinners Creek, and we'll have it back to its best in no time 💚

07/09/2026

🚧 Traffic survey cameras 🚧

As part of Huonville Reimagined, we're installing temporary traffic survey cameras around Huonville from this evening, Monday 7 September 2026.

The cameras will help us understand how traffic moves through Huonville, so we can plan for the future.

What the work includes:
📸 Installing survey cameras at sites throughout Huonville from Monday evening (7 September)
🚗 Collecting data on traffic volumes and movement patterns
📆 Removal: Friday 11 September

What to expect:
✅ The cameras are not used for enforcement
✅ Only raw traffic data is kept — footage is not retained
✅ A contact number will be displayed beneath each camera if you have any questions

Find out more about Huonville Reimagined on our project page: https://engage.huonvalley.tas.gov.au/huonville-reimagined

06/09/2026

🚧 The following works are scheduled for the week commencing 7 September 2026.

🚜 Roads and Footpaths

➡️ Unsealed roads grading: Bonds Road, Agnes Street, Ranelagh. Pelverata Road, Pelverata. Jacksons Road, Franklin.
➡️ Unsealed roads drain cleaning: Bonds Road, Agnes Street, Ranelagh. Pelverata Road, Pelverata. Jacksons Road, Franklin.
➡️ Unsealed roads culverts: Mountain River. Silver Hill.
➡️ Roadside slashing: Glen Huon.
➡️ Footpath repairs: Cygnet, Geeveston, Huonville, Franklin.
➡️ Stormwater pit cleaning: various areas as required

🌳 Parks and Reserves

➡️ Mowing: Cygnet oval, Huonville oval, Ranelagh parks and gardens, Seasonal changeover - Huonville oval, Geeveston parks and gardens, Dover parks and gardens. Walking tracks maintenance.
➡️ W**d spraying: all areas (weather dependent)
➡️ Inspections: Playgrounds and ovals
➡️ Street furniture maintenance: as required

🗑 Public rubbish bin collection: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

Please be aware that our schedule may change due to urgent or unforeseen circumstances.

04/09/2026

🩺 Exciting news for the Women's Health Clinic!

We're welcoming Dr Tehreem to the team ahead of our next clinic on Friday 11 September.

Dr Tehreem brings a wealth of experience in obstetrics and gynaecology, including a year at the Royal Hobart Hospital's O&G department, plus overseas training in the field. She's skilled in contraception advice, Implanon insertion/removal, menopause management, antenatal care and postpartum support.

Nurse Practitioner Gayle and Dr Tehreem both have appointments open now — don't miss your chance to book in! 💛

📅 Friday 11 September
📍 Geeveston Medical Centre, 19 Arve Rd, Geeveston
📞 Call 03 6124 2505 to book

Read more about our Women's Health Clinic team 👉
https://www.huonvalley.tas.gov.au/services/huon-valley-medical-services/huon-valley-womens-health-clinic/

Full article: https://www.huonvalley.tas.gov.au/womens-health-clinic-welcomes-dr-tehreem-to-the-team/

03/09/2026

🍏 Still tossing food scraps in the bin? There's a better way!

Huon Valley households can drop off food scraps for free at the Southbridge (Huonville) Waste Transfer Station as part of Council's food waste trial.

It only takes a minute, and it makes a real difference — keeping scraps out of landfill and supporting a cleaner, greener Huon Valley.

✅ Bring along: fruit and veggie scraps, eggshells, bones, meat, dairy, leftovers and certified compostable bin liners marked AS 4736 or AS 5810.

❌ Please leave out: packaging, plastic or uncertified "green" liners, garden waste, pet waste and anything that isn't food.

Next time you're at Southbridge, bring your food scraps along — every little bit helps!

🔗 https://www.huonvalley.tas.gov.au/food-waste-drop-off-trial-now-open-at-southbridge/

03/09/2026

🎉 Three community facilities just got safer and more accessible 🎉

Thanks to funding from the Tasmanian Government's 2024 election commitments, three long-awaited upgrades across the Huon Valley are now complete.

What's changed:
🚣 Mosquito Point, Ranelagh – a new lower deck, steps, handrail and kayak entry rail make the ramp safer to use, especially when river levels drop in summer
♿ Geeveston Town Hall – a new access ramp makes it easier for everyone to get into events like the Geeveston Feast
🏊 Port Huon Sports and Aquatic Centre – the upstairs area now includes a bookable multipurpose studio, a smaller flexible space and a staff office, adding to the pool relining and change room work completed over the past couple of years

These projects were championed by local community groups and delivered in partnership with the Tasmanian Government and The Honourable Jacquie Petrusma MP.

Read the full story: https://www.huonvalley.tas.gov.au/government-partnership-delivers-safer-more-accessible-community-facilities/

03/09/2026

🌼 Blooms, colour, and community spirit - the Dover Flower Show returns this Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 September at Dover Museum + Gallery! Council is proud to support this event, celebrating the incredible talent of our local gardeners and growers. 🌸

Join us as we celebrate the annual Dover Flower Show, showcasing beautiful blooms from local talented gardeners and growers.

Saturday 5 - Sunday 6 September