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
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
$12.7m Federal investment secured for Princess Theatre project Published on 16 January 2025 City of Launceston Mayor Matthew Garwood has welcomed a $12.7m investment from the Federal Government earmarked for a major redevelopment of the Princess Theatre and Earl Arts Centre Complex. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
DA to be lodged for Princess Theatre project this year Published on 14 May 2024 The City of Launceston expects to lodge a Development Application for a major redevelopment of the Princess Theatre and Earl Arts Centre Complex before the end of 2024. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Media Releases
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