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

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

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  • Phone (03) 6352 6500
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Dorset Council is focused on providing support to potential investors to facilitate sustainable developments large and small.

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  • After Hours 1300 858 824

Posted 26 January 2024

2024 Dorset Australia Day Awards

Announcements

On Thursday, 25 January 2024, Council held their annual awards reception to celebrate those within our community who have made a significant contribution to Dorset at the Ringarooma Memorial Hall.

2024 Dorset Australia Day Awards

A 80+ strong crowd attended the Dorset Awards Ceremony and listened to why Dorset is great - our fantastic community members and volunteers. Australia Day Ambassador Professor Peter Dargaville captivated the crowd with an overview of his medical career caring for premature babies at the Royal Hobart Hospital, then assisted Commissioner Wardlaw present the Dorset awards.

Congratulations to all award recipients and thank you for your contribution to Dorset - hearing everyone’s achievements from their nominations at the Ceremony cemented why Dorset is so great - all of you!

Read about all the recipients here