Living in Dorset

Dorset Council provides community services based on the principles of quality, equity, value and responsiveness.

Visiting Dorset

Dorset has a unique blend of wilderness, wildlife, stunning scenery, mining heritage, secluded beaches and world class golf courses.

Contact us

  • Phone (03) 6352 6500
  • Fax (03) 6352 6509
  •  After Hours: 1300 858 824

Business community in Dorset

Dorset Council is focused on providing support to potential investors to facilitate sustainable developments large and small.

Contact us

  • Phone (03) 6352 6500
  • Fax (03) 6352 6509
  • After Hours 1300 858 824
Looking for something specific? Try a search.

Contact Us

If you have been unable to find the information you were looking for, have a more specific query, or need to get in touch with someone, all the contact information you require is available on this page.

Who should I email or call??

Unsure of where you should direct your query? Have a look below at the short description of each area and which email address or number you should use or lodge an online query using our contact form at the bottom of the page.

Opening Hours

Council Chambers Location: 3 Ellenor Street, Scottsdale or PO Box 21, Scottsdale 7260

Physical Office Opening Hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday

Customer Service Hours: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Friday

After Hours Emergency Number: 1300 858 824

Closed: Saturday / Sunday / Statutory Public Holidays

National Relay Service

The Dorset Council is National Relay Service (NRS) friendly.

If you are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment, you can call Dorset Council through the NRS and ask to be connected to 03 6352 6500.

  • TTY Users can call 13 36 77
  • Speak and listen (speech-to-speech) users can call 1300 555 727
  • Internet relay users can visit www.relayservice.com.au

General Enquiries

E: dorset@dorset.tas.gov.au

P: 03 6352 6500

If your query doesn't fit into any of the categories above, or is just a general enquiry, please use the general email address or reception number above, or alternatively, you can lodge a customer contact form online at the bottom of this page.

E: infrastructure@dorset.tas.gov.au

P: 03 6352 6500

Queries relating to the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR), road works permits and closures, road signage, parks, community facilities, etc.

If your query is regarding maintenance of any Council owned facility, responsible road, etc., please use the online Customer Service Request form here.

E: development@dorset.tas.gov.au

P: 03 6352 6500

Queries relating to subdivisions, development (planning) and building applications, plumbing applications, inspections, outstanding works, status of applications, food businesses, environmental nuisances, school immunisation programs, etc.

E: accounts@dorset.tas.gov.au

P: 03 6352 6500

Queries relating to accounts payable and receivable.

E: gm@dorset.tas.gov.au

P: 03 6352 6500

Queries relating to Council Meetings, Elected Members, General Manager correspondence, citizenship ceremonies, etc.

P: 03 6352 6500

If your query is regarding maintenance of any Council owned facility, responsible road, etc., please use the online Customer Service Request form.

Contact Form

Your Name