Latrobe Council

09/06/2026

🌿 Grants Now Open - Mental Health Week 2026

Planning a community event, school activity, or local initiative for Mental Health Week? You could be eligible for funding!

💡 Small grants are now open to support events and activities that promote mental wellbeing.

📅 Applications close: 2 July, 4:00pm

🗓 Mental Health Week: 3-11 October 2026

👉 Learn more and apply: www.mhct.org/mentalhealthweek

07/06/2026

05/06/2026

Do you understand the Plastics Identification Code? Here is a quick guide to what those little numbers stamped into your plastics actually mean and how we can "Be A Good Sort" at home.

The Plastics Identification Code (PIC) is the small triangle of arrows with a number (1–7) stamped on many plastic items. It’s not a recycling symbol! it’s a material ID system that tells you what type of plastic the item is made from. This helps recycling facilities sort plastics correctly and helps you make better choices at home.

Each number represents a different plastic type:
1 – PET — Used in drink bottles, salad dressing bottles, some food packaging.
2 – HDPE — Found in milk bottles, shampoo bottles, cleaning product containers.
3 – PVC — Pipes, vinyl products, some food wrap.
4 – LDPE — Bread bags, frozen food bags, squeezable bottles.
5 – PP — Yoghurt tubs, ice‑cream containers, takeaway containers, bottle lids.
6 – PS — Disposable plates, cups, meat trays, foam packaging.
7 – Other — Mixed plastics, bioplastics, polycarbonate.

Not all of these plastics can go in your household recycling bin. Please remember to recycle only numbers 1,2 and 5. These are widely accepted because they can be efficiently processed and turned into new products. Luckily a lot of our supermarket items are made from these three plastics.

Recycling correctly reduces contamination, keeps valuable materials in circulation, and helps councils run more efficient recycling programs. A quick check of the number on your plastic can make a real difference.

05/06/2026

Scams can happen to anyone.
Scammers often strike when we’re busy, stressed, or expecting a message, don’t let them pressure you into acting too quickly.
Stop: Take a moment before responding.
Check: Verify the message or caller.
Protect: Keep your personal details safe.
Help keep our community safe by staying alert and looking out for each other.
https://www.scamwatch.gov.au/

05/06/2026

Your personal information is valuable and protecting it online has never been more important 🔐🖥️

From social media to shopping websites, many online services ask for personal details like your name, address and phone number 🧍🏡📱 Knowing how to protect this information can help you stay safer online and avoid scams.

Join our free 1-hour live webinar to learn:
🔑 why information privacy matters
🔑 how to keep your information secure
🔑 impersonation scams and what to watch out for
🔑 where to get help.

📅 Tuesday, 16 June
⏰ 3PM AEST

Register today: https://beconnected.esafety.gov.au/online-safety-presentations -information

03/06/2026

02/06/2026

Disaster Ready Fund – Round 4 Now Open
Applications are now open from 29 May to 1 July 2026 for Round 4 of the Australian Government’s Disaster Ready Fund (DRF) - a key investment in strengthening community resilience and reducing the impacts of natural disasters before they occur.
Since its launch, more than $600 million has been committed to disaster risk reduction projects across Australia. This comes at a critical time, with over 80% of local government areas experiencing natural disasters since July 2022, and many communities facing repeated severe weather events.
Round 4 provides an opportunity for local governments, community organisations and eligible stakeholders to deliver projects that:
✅ Improve disaster preparedness
✅ Strengthen infrastructure resilience
✅ Reduce future disaster risk
The DRF is a competitive, merit-based program, delivered in partnership with state and territory governments. Applications must be submitted via your relevant Lead Agency.
📋 We encourage you to review the guidelines and explore opportunities that will benefit your community.
🔗 More information and guidelines are available on GrantConnect and the National Emergency Management Agency website.
https://www.grants.gov.au/
https://www.nema.gov.au/our-work/key-programs/disaster-ready-fund

02/06/2026

Thinking about standing for council this October?

We’ve put together a practical guide to help you get started. It walks through eligibility, how to nominate, and what to think about when campaigning.

It’s designed to give prospective candidates a clear understanding of what’s involved, so you can make an informed decision about representing your community.

📘 Download it here: https://www.lgat.tas.gov.au/council-elections

01/06/2026

COUNCIL MEETING DECISIONS | MAY 2026
At its meeting on 25 May 2026, Latrobe Council considered a range of important planning, community and policy matters that will help shape the future of our municipality. Key decisions included:
✅ Endorsement of a planning scheme amendment at Cherry Hill Road, Latrobe, supporting future residential development opportunities.
✅ Approval of a visitor accommodation development at Great Bend Road, Latrobe, providing for a 20-site caravan and camping facility.
✅ Endorsement of retrospective development applications relating to vegetation removal and visitor accommodation proposals.
✅ Adoption of Council's 2026-27 Schedule of Fees and Charges, effective from 1 July 2026.
✅ Endorsement of the Public Safety Camera System Policy to support community safety initiatives.
✅ Endorsement of key strategic planning documents, including the Open Space, Sport and Recreation Plan, Cycling and Shared Use Trails Plan, and Open Space Master Plans, helping guide future recreational opportunities across our municipality.
During April 2026, Council received 29 building and plumbing applications, representing over $4.75 million in construction activity across the municipality.
Council remains committed to supporting sustainable growth, enhancing community facilities, and planning for the future needs of our residents.
👉 Read the full Council Meeting Minutes on our website at https://bit.ly/LatrobeMarch2026Minutes

29/05/2026

From screen time to AI and online friendships, raising children in a digital world isn’t always straightforward.

Our free webinars for parents and carers break down what’s really happening online and what you can do to support your family.

Sessions include:
📅 Navigating screen time: tools for today’s families (17 June)

📅 How AI is influencing new online risks for children and young people (3 June)

📅 The trust trap: navigating friendships, pressure and manipulation online (28 May & 23 June)

Each webinar is 45-minutes, packed with practical advice you apply straight away. Sign up today: https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/webinars