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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
  • Fax (03) 6352 6509
  •  After Hours: 1300 858 824

Business community in Dorset

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 16 December 2025

Council Meeting | Briefing of Decisions - 15 December 2025

Council Meetings

For further information on any of these items, please contact Mayor Rhys Beattie (0409 921 683) or General Manager, Mr John Marik (03 6352 6500).

Council Meeting | Briefing of Decisions - 15 December 2025

Briefing of Decisions made at the Council Meeting held on 15 December at the Bridport Hall

  • Held a meet and greet session prior to the Council Meeting for interested community members to meet and discuss general matters with Councillors and the Management Team.
  • Acting as a Planning Authority, approved a planning application for construction and use of a new jetty including vehicle and pedestrian access infrastructure at Croquet Lawn Beach and Regatta Point, Bridport, subject to conditions.
  • Received and noted a motion received at the 2025 Annual General Meeting to develop a Dorset Street Upgrade Assessment Strategy and deferred the item for discussion at a future Workshop.
  • Adopted the Buildings Asset Management Plan 2025.
  • Adopted the Land Improvements Asset Management Plan 2025.
  • Received and noted ‘The Value of Blue Derby to the Tasmanian Economy, August 2025’ Report.
  • Adopted reviewed Policy No. 2 – Councillor Expenses.
  • Adopted the Schedule of Council Meeting dates for 2026

The recording of the Council Meeting can be downloaded below:

**please note that the recording may be difficult to hear at times

Audio Recording - 15 December 2025