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Dorset Council provides community services based on the principles of quality, equity, value and responsiveness.
Dorset has a unique blend of wilderness, wildlife, stunning scenery, mining heritage, secluded beaches and world class golf courses.
Dorset Council is focused on providing support to potential investors to facilitate sustainable developments large and small.
On Friday, 16 August 2024, the Minister for Local Government informed Dorset Council that, after considering the Council's submission, he has directed the Board of Inquiry to reconsider its report.
20 August 2024
The Commissioner, at a Closed Session Special Meeting of Council on 25 July 2024, considered the Board of Inquiry Report provided to Council by the Minister for Local Government on 4 July 2024.
26 July 2024
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.
23 February 2024
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.
26 January 2024
Got something to say on Dorset's playgrounds? Now is your chance!
31 October 2023
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.
29 August 2023
It is with deep sadness that we learn of the passing of our friend and former Councillor, Yvonne Thorne.
22 August 2023
Please see below a notice to all Dorset community members from Minister for Local Government, Hon. Nic Street MP regarding the Board of Inquiry and subsequent announcement today to suspend all Dorset Councillors for the duration of the inquiry.
02 August 2023
09 June 2023
Editorial from Mayor Greg Howard and General Manager: John Marik
10 May 2023
On Wednesday 15 March 2023, Mayor Howard announced the recipients of the 2023 Barry Jarvis Education Scholarships at a ceremony held in the Council Chambers.
20 March 2023
10 March 2023
PlanBuild Tasmania allows anyone to enter an address in the portal to see what planning zones and codes apply to their property. A Property Report can be generated which includes maps, details of the planning zone, codes and other information that affect the selected property.
03 February 2023
Dorset Council recently received directions from the Tasmanian Planning Commission in accordance with Section 35K(1)(a) of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993, relating to the Council's Draft Local Provisions Schedule.
13 December 2022
08 December 2022
Dorset Council has appointed Mr John Marik as the new General Manager at a Special Meeting of Council held this afternoon. Mr Marik is currently the Director – Corporate Services with Council a position he has held for the last 5 years and has been Acting General Manager since late September.
06 December 2022
