Input sought on Carr Villa Master Plan Published on 28 March 2025 The City of Launceston will seek community feedback on its draft masterplan for the municipality's largest public cemetery, Carr Villa Memorial Park, after consultation was endorsed by Councillors at this week's meeting. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
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
Works set for John Hart Conservatory Published on 21 March 2025 The John Hart Conservatory in City Park is set to undergo a major restoration to preserve its beauty and structural integrity for future generations. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Microchip registry changes - Advice for dog owners Published on 21 March 2025 The Office of Local Government has advised that microchip registry company HomeSafeID may soon close its website. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Council releases draft Strategic Plan Published on 19 March 2025 The City of Launceston is setting an ambitious course for the next decade with the release of its draft 2035 Strategic Plan — a dynamic blueprint designed to shape the city's growth, innovation, and liveability over the coming years. Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Media Releases
2025 Fuel Reduction Burn Program to get underway Published on 18 March 2025 The City of Launceston expects to begin its annual fuel reduction burn program for 2025 in early April, weather depending. Tagged as: , Community Safety
First Basin Track damage being assessed Published on 14 March 2025 The City of Launceston is overseeing engineering safety assessments to the First Basin Track within the Cataract Gorge, following a bushfire in the reserve last week. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Albert Hall upgrades to complement Eastern Wing works Published on 06 March 2025 The City of Launceston has today voted to invest in renovation works within the Albert Hall proper, while a major redevelopment of the building's Eastern Wing nears completion. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Improvement Works, Media Releases
Council unveils bold new housing plan Published on 06 March 2025 City of Launceston Councillors have today endorsed the Draft Launceston Housing Plan 2025-2040, a long-term strategy aimed at ensuring secure, affordable, and well-located housing for all residents. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Groundbreaking social impact report released Published on 19 February 2025 The City of Launceston has implemented six ABCDE Learning sites in suburbs across our municipality over the past seven years. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
Abbie King named Ariarne Titmus Swimming Scholarship recipient Published on 17 November 2023 Launceston's Abbie King has been named as the inaugural recipient of the City of Launceston's Ariarne Titmus Swimming Scholarship. Tagged as: , Announcements
Council meeting live streaming: technical fault Published on 16 November 2023 Due to technical difficulties, a live audio stream of today's Council meeting (Thursday, November 16) is not possible. Tagged as: , Announcements
Michael Stretton to leave the City of Launceston next year Published on 01 November 2023 The City of Launceston's Chief Executive Officer Michael Stretton has announced his resignation. Tagged as: , Announcements
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
Danny Gibson to step down as Mayor Published on 15 May 2023 Launceston Mayor Danny Gibson will resign from the position effective from tomorrow. Tagged as: , Announcements
Mayor invites Collingwood supporters to Launceston Published on 31 January 2023 Launceston's UTAS Stadium will host a pre-season match between Collingwood and Hawthorn on Thursday, March 2. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities
City of Launceston election finalised Published on 02 November 2022 Seven new Councillors have been elected to the City of Launceston in the local government elections, with five incumbent Councillors retaining their seats. Tagged as: , Announcements, Honours & Celebration, Media Releases, Public Notices
UPDATED: Repairs on flood damaged infrastructure underway Published on 19 October 2022 Crews from the City of Launceston are continuing to work across the municipality to inspect and re-open road infrastructure and bridges to the community in the wake of last week's flood event. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Media Releases, Public Notices
Local provisions schedule in effect Published on 29 July 2022 The City of Launceston has received Directions from the Tasmanian Planning Commission in accordance with Section 35K(1)(a) of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993, relating to the Council's Draft Local Provisions Schedule. Tagged as: , Announcements, Public Notices