Community pantry trial to get underway next week Published on 26 July 2024 The City of Launceston will begin the trial of a new community pantry in Civic Square next week, allowing people to donate food and personal hygiene items for those in need in our community. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Design work underway for Royal Park Skate Park upgrade Published on 09 July 2024 The City of Launceston is facilitating two workshops today to help finalise concept designs for the longawaited update to the Royal Park Skate Park. Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Media Releases
Glass and ceramics clean-up at Carr Villa Memorial Park Published on 09 July 2024 Families with loved ones interred at Carr Villa Memorial Park's Lawn Plaque and Limited Monumental cemeteries are being asked to remove glass, ceramic or other breakable items from plots in coming weeks. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Town Clock moves with the times Published on 08 July 2024 Launceston's iconic Town Clock will display accurate time moving forward, following an upgrade project that will see the original mechanism entering 'semi-retirement'. Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Media Releases
Launceston's free public Wi-Fi network on national stage Published on 05 July 2024 The City of Launceston has been recognised at last night’s National Awards for Local Government in Canberra. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
A city building its future - investment on the rise Published on 05 July 2024 The City of Launceston has approved $372m worth of development in the 2023/24 financial year, up $57m on the year prior. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Council raises Kings Meadows Connector safety concerns Published on 04 July 2024 City of Launceston Acting Mayor Hugh McKenzie says the Council has once again raised safety concerns regarding the Kings Meadows Connector Interchange with the Department of State Growth, following a two-vehicle crash this week. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Council rejects blame for sleeping pod project delays Published on 01 July 2024 The City of Launceston is disappointed to again have to correct an inaccurate narrative being put forward by Strike it Out. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Council to consider 2024/25 Annual Budget Published on 21 June 2024 Following a public consultation period, Councillors will next week consider the endorsement of the City of Launceston's proposed 2024/25 Annual Budget. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Contract for Birchalls redevelopment terminated Published on 24 May 2024 The City of Launceston has terminated a contract of sale for the Birchalls building, but remains committed to an appropriate redevelopment of the Brisbane St Mall property. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
Design work underway for Royal Park Skate Park upgrade Published on 09 July 2024 The City of Launceston is facilitating two workshops today to help finalise concept designs for the longawaited update to the Royal Park Skate Park. Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Media Releases
Town Clock moves with the times Published on 08 July 2024 Launceston's iconic Town Clock will display accurate time moving forward, following an upgrade project that will see the original mechanism entering 'semi-retirement'. Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Media Releases
A city building its future - investment on the rise Published on 05 July 2024 The City of Launceston has approved $372m worth of development in the 2023/24 financial year, up $57m on the year prior. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Restoration works underway on Children's Jubilee Drinking Fountain Published on 28 March 2024 The City of Launceston is overseeing a significant restoration of the iconic Children's Jubilee Drinking Fountain in City Park. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Future of historic Frederick St building set for decision Published on 28 March 2024 Following a public Expressions of Interest process, the City of Launceston will next week consider the future of a historic former kindergarten at 56 Frederick St. Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Media Releases
Council to consider request for Cataract Gorge chairlift upgrade Published on 28 March 2024 The City of Launceston will next week consider the first step required in a proposed upgrade of the Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift. Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Media Releases
Smart parking occupancy signage rolling out Published on 23 February 2024 Smart car park occupancy signage is rolling out across Launceston to help reduce traffic congestion and to assist commuters to find a park more easily. Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Media Releases
Artists selected for car park mural project Published on 22 February 2024 The City of Launceston and street art advocacy collective Vibrance are pleased to announce that Tasmanian artists Mel McVee and Jamin have been selected as the successful applicants to paint murals on the front facade of the Paterson St East Car Park, following a public Expressions of Interest process. Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Media Releases
Tomorrow Together seeks views on burial, cremation Published on 21 February 2024 The City of Launceston's Tomorrow Together community consultation program is kicking off for 2024, and is seeking to discover residents' views on an eclectic range of topics, including death, disaster and Christmas recycling. Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Media Releases