CLOSED: Derby Park Showers | from Monday, 22 June until further notice
Financial hardship support to those affected by the Liberty Bell Bay closure Click here to read more
Bird Flu (H5) Reminder: What To Do If You See Sick or Dead Birds click here for more information
Local Government Caretaker Period Enacted | 5 September until end of election in late October 2026
Draft Policy no. 37 - Dog Management - Feedback Open Dog Management Policy Feedback
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.
Dorset Council has awarded the contract for its 2026/27 Bituminous Sealing of Roads Program to Launceston based contractor Quickseal Asphalting, following a competitive tender process at the 17 August 2026 Council Meeting.
14 September 2026
Dorset Council has confirmed the appointment of Ms Jayne Miller as Acting General Manager for a further six months, through to 31 March 2027.
11 September 2026
Dorset Council's Infrastructure team is bringing a little more colour to the workplace, and an important message, through the introduction of Funky Shirt Friday.
10 September 2026
Dorset Council is providing a further update to the community following its 18 August announcement about the leadership transition of General Manager John Marik.
27 August 2026
Dorset Council has awarded a contract to Hazell Bros for the supply of gravel as part of Council’s 2026/27 unsealed road re-sheeting program, with works scheduled to be undertaken between October and December this year.
28 July 2026
Dorset Council has awarded the contract for the replacement of two key bridge structures on Haas Road at Legerwood and Jensens Road at North Scottsdale as part of its ongoing commitment to improving the reliability and resilience of the municipality’s transport network.
01 June 2026
Dorset Council has awarded the contract for the realignment of Ferny Hill Road at Golconda following significant damage caused by a landslip resulting from a major rain event in September 2024.
31 March 2026
We are so proud to share that our very own Jane has won the Outstanding Employee award at the Dorset People and Business Awards.
30 March 2026
Dorset Council has approved funding for two community projects as part of Round 2 of its 2025/26 Community Grants Program. An additional $14,399 has been awarded across the Small Grants and Matching Grants funding streams, following the success of Round 1 earlier in the financial year.
27 March 2026
Mayor Rhys Beattie advises that Council has recently completed the 2025 annual performance and remuneration review of the General Manager, with the outcome confirming strong performance and continued confidence in the organisation’s leadership.
04 March 2026
Mayor Rhys Beattie today expressed deep concern over a recent rise in vandalism across several public toilets, reserves, and parks throughout the community.
03 March 2026
On Thursday, 22 January 2026, Council held their annual awards reception to celebrate those within our community who have made a significant contribution to Dorset at the Scottsdale Mechanics Hall.
23 January 2026
With community members, on Friday, 5 December, Council had the honour of welcoming Her Excellency, the Honourable Barbara Baker AC, Governor of Tasmania and Emeritus Professor Don Chalmers AO, to Dorset for a memorable day in our beautiful region – the last municipal visit of Her Excellency’s term.
08 December 2025
It is with deep sadness that we learn of the passing of former Mayor and Councillor, Peter Partridge.
06 December 2025
Dorset Council are excited to be announced as the winner of the Excellence in Destination Management (promotion and maintenance) category at the 2025 Land Managers Awards night held as part of the Sea Otter Australia Summit, held in Batemans Bay on Thursday night.
24 October 2025
The Dorset Council Community Grants program remains as popular as ever, with eight local clubs and organisations sharing more than $20,000 in funding.
21 October 2025
Dorset Council has awarded the contract for the bituminous sealing of roads under the 2025/26 capital works program to northern Tasmanian company, Crossroads Civil Contracting Pty Ltd. The decision follows a tender process conducted in accordance with Council’s Policy - Code for Tenders and Contracts.
05 September 2025
The Tasmanian Electoral Commission has advised that as only one candidate has nominated for the single vacancy in this by-election, no ballot is required. Council congratulate Anthony Richards, and look forward to welcoming him as a Councillor after the certificate of election is issued on 22 September 2025.
27 August 2025
