17 April 2024
ANZAC Day Services in Dorset
The following services will be held around Dorset for ANZAC Day next Thursday, 25 April 2024
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News and Media Releases
Please find the latest news and notices from Dorset Council below. If you have any queries regarding any articles listed, please contact the officer listed or Council reception on 03 6352 6500
22 March 2024
Temporary Road Closure | Westwood / Main Street Bridport Junction
Please be advised that the entrance to Westwood Street, Bridport off Main Street is temporarily closed until 5pm, Thursday 28 March. This junction will be re-opened to motorists for the Easter break holiday period, prior to being closed again on Tuesday, 2 April until further notice.
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22 March 2024
TasWater | Bridport Residents Asked to Conserve Water
TasWater has issued a media release encouraging Bridport residents to continue water conservation efforts to help avoid any water restrictions in the community after the hot, dry summer conditions. Residents are urged to conserve water and not undertake any non-essential water usage activities to assist the whole community. For further information contact TasWater 13 6992
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21 March 2024
Road Closure | Garibaldi Road Pioneer
Motorists are advised that Garibaldi Road, Pioneer will be closed from Tebrakunna Road from 7am on Monday, 15 April 2024 until 5:30pm Wednesday, 24 April 2024 to allow for bridge replacement. These works are subject to favourable weather conditions. Any inconvenience is regretted.
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19 March 2024
Briefing of Decisions | 18 March 2024 Council Meeting - Branxholm
For further information on any of these items, please contact Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw (0408 766 019) or General Manager, Mr John Marik (03 6352 6500).
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23 February 2024
OPEN NOW | Community Budget Submissions
Do you have a bright idea for a project or initiative that will benefit the community? Now is your opportunity to share it with Council for consideration during the 2024/25 budget discussions.
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20 February 2024
Briefing of Decisions | 19 February 2024 Council Meeting - Gladstone
For further information on any of these items, please contact Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw (0408 766 019) or General Manager, Mr John Marik (03 6352 6500).
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26 January 2024
2024 Dorset Australia Day Awards
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.
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23 January 2024
Briefing of Decisions | 22 January 2024 Council Meeting
For further information on any of these items, please contact Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw (0408 766 019) or General Manager, Mr John Marik (03 6352 6500).
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19 December 2023
Briefing of Decisions | 18 December 2023 Council Meeting
For further information on any of these items, please contact Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw (0408 766 019) or Acting General Manager, Mr Rohan Willis (03 6352 6500).
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21 November 2023
Briefing of Decisions | 20 November 2023 Council Meeting
For further information on any of these items, please contact Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw (0408 766 019) or General Manager, Mr John Marik (03 6352 6500).
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31 October 2023
Playground Design Competition and Feedback open!
Got something to say on Dorset's playgrounds? Now is your chance!
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17 October 2023
Briefing of Decisions | 16 October 2023 Council Meeting
For further information on any of these items, please contact Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw (0408 766 019) or General Manager, Mr John Marik (03 6352 6500).
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20 September 2023
Road Work Delays | Golconda Road
Motorists please be advised road work will commence on Golconda Road from Koomeela Road to Willis Road on Monday 25 September 2023 - delays will occur. Please allow extra time for travelling.
Any inconvenience is regretted.
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19 September 2023
Briefing of Decisions | 18 September Council Meeting
For further information on any of these items, please contact Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw (0408 766 019) or General Manager, Mr John Marik (03 6352 6500).
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29 August 2023
Launch of Northern Tasmania Alliance for Resilient Councils
The Commissioner and General Manager attended the launch of the Northern Tasmania Alliance for Resilient Councils (NTARC) in Launceston on Monday, 28 August 2023. NTARC has secured the services of Katrina Graham as the Regional Climate Change Program Manager for the eight northern councils, which includes Dorset Council.
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24 August 2023
Scottsdale Bike Park Update
Jump over to the Scottsdale Bike Park project and get yourself up to speed with developments. If you have any thoughts, suggestions or feedback on our plan of attack for the park please fill out the feedback form.
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22 August 2023
Vale | Former Mayor and Deputy Mayor – Yvonne Thorne
It is with deep sadness that we learn of the passing of our friend and former Councillor, Yvonne Thorne.
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