Carols event to light up City Park Published on 28 November 2024 The City of Launceston and partner community groups are planning to host a Carols in the Park event in Launceston's City Park on Sunday, December 22 from 5pm. Tagged as: , Events & Activities, Honours & Celebration
UTAS Stadium changes ownership Published on 15 November 2024 The City of Launceston has this week formally voted to transfer the ownership of UTAS Stadium to Stadiums Tasmania. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Northern Gateway project to welcome Launceston visitors Published on 15 November 2024 The City of Launceston and Department of State Growth are working together to deliver a new public art work on the Midland Highway's entrance to Launceston, dubbed the Northern Gateway project. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Recognising National Survivors' Day Published on 12 November 2024 The City of Launceston held a special event at Town Hall today to mark National Survivors' Day with Mayor Matthew Garwood and CEO Sam Johnson signing the Council's Statement of Commitment to the Safety of Children and Young People. Tagged as: , Community Safety
New mobile food vendor policy adopted Published on 01 November 2024 The City of Launceston has approved a new Mobile Food Vendor Policy, aimed at making it cheaper and simpler for food vans to operate on Council-managed land in the municipality. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Media Releases
Council endorses development of flood mitigation strategy Published on 31 October 2024 The City of Launceston has endorsed scoping works for a new Flood Mitigation Strategy, and will fund its development through its 2025/26 Annual Budget. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Media Releases
Council backs community projects in funding round Published on 31 October 2024 The City of Launceston has allocated $36,627 in funding to eleven community groups in its first round of Community Grant funding for the 2024/25 financial year. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration, Media Releases
Local legends sought for recognition awards Published on 31 October 2024 The City of Launceston is seeking community heroes for its 2025 Community Recognition Awards. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
First Basin Swimming Pool set for summer 2024/25 Published on 31 October 2024 Tassie's most picturesque pool will officially open on Saturday for the November long weekend and summer ahead. Tagged as: , Community Safety
London calling for Mayor Published on 31 October 2024 City of Launceston Mayor Matthew Garwood will attend the upcoming City Nation Place Awards in London next week as part of a self-funded trip. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
Recognising National Survivors' Day Published on 12 November 2024 The City of Launceston held a special event at Town Hall today to mark National Survivors' Day with Mayor Matthew Garwood and CEO Sam Johnson signing the Council's Statement of Commitment to the Safety of Children and Young People. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Council endorses development of flood mitigation strategy Published on 31 October 2024 The City of Launceston has endorsed scoping works for a new Flood Mitigation Strategy, and will fund its development through its 2025/26 Annual Budget. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Media Releases
First Basin Swimming Pool set for summer 2024/25 Published on 31 October 2024 Tassie's most picturesque pool will officially open on Saturday for the November long weekend and summer ahead. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Private Underground Electrical Connections Published on 30 October 2024 The City of Launceston is committed to the safety of its community and will not approve applications for the installation of Private Underground Electrical Connections (PUEC) in its road reservations. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Council votes on Strike it Out land use Published on 19 September 2024 The City of Launceston will continue to work collaboratively with service providers supporting those experiencing homelessness, following a decision by Councillors on the use of Council land for a Strike it Out project. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Council responds to Inveresk car park safety issues Published on 04 September 2024 As set out in the Council's Homelessness Statement of Commitment, the City of Launceston has been working closely with established support agencies to facilitate improved outcomes for people experiencing homelessness in our community. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Recharge at Lilydale Memorial Hall Published on 02 September 2024 The City of Launceston is opening the Lilydale Memorial Hall to residents affected by ongoing power outages. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Storm cleanup works underway Published on 02 September 2024 Crews from the City of Launceston are working across the municipality this morning to clear roads of fallen trees and debris, following last night's destructive winds. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Hot showers, charging facilities available to those in need Published on 01 September 2024 Residents who have lost power to their homes in Launceston are invited to make use of phone charging facilities and hot showers at the City of Launceston Leisure and Aquatic Centre Tagged as: , Community Safety