Draft Strategic Plan - Public Comment Period Open for more information
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 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
Council has been undertaking a review of its Strategic Plan and a draft is now available for public comment.
18 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