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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

TEC By Election Graphic
21 February 2025

Dorset By-Elections

Compulsory by-elections will be conducted by postal ballot to fill the vacancies of mayor and one councillor on the Dorset Council, following the resignation of Mayor Greg Howard on 23 January 2025.
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Successful Recount Image
20 February 2025

Announcement of Councillor Recount 2

The Tasmanian Electoral Commission has conducted the recount of votes to fill the vacancies created by the resignation of Anna Coxen, Beth Donoghue and Leonie Stein.
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18 February 2025

Council Meeting | Briefing of Decisions - 17 February 2025

For further information on any of these items, please contact General Manager, Mr John Marik (03 6352 6500).
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Tas Water Works Location
17 February 2025

TasWater Notice of Work – Scottsdale – Water Main Renewal

As part of TasWater's commitment to investing in new and improved water infrastructure, they will be renewing approximately 200 metres of water main on King Street, Scottsdale (see map).
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Recount Mc Lennan Hughes
11 February 2025

Announcement of Councillor Recount 1

The Tasmanian Electoral Commission has conducted the recount of votes to fill the vacancies created by the resignation of Jerrod Nichols and Dale Jessup.
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Thanks
10 February 2025

THANKS TO DEPARTING DORSET ELECTED MEMBERS

Council acknowledges on behalf of the community, the service and contribution of the following Councillors to Council and the Dorset community during their time as elected members in light of their recent resignations.
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Important Announcement
07 February 2025

Child and Family Learning Centre Announcement | Scottsdale

The Tasmanian Government has advised Council that a new Child and Family Learning Centre will be constructed in Scottsdale, with works expected to commence in 2026. The proposed location for the facility is on the Scottsdale Primary School site.
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Crowd Post Ceremony
24 January 2025

2025 Dorset Australia Day Awards

On Thursday, 23 January 2025, 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.
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Commissioner + Senior Management Team - December 2024 Council Meeting
22 January 2025

Dorset Board of Inquiry Report Released | Commissioner Appointment Concludes

The appointment of Commissioner Wardlaw, which began on August 2, 2023, following the Minister for Local Government's decision to establish a Board of Inquiry into aspects of Dorset Council and suspend all councillors during the inquiry, has come to an end today with the issuance of directions by the Minister and the reinstatement of the Councillors.
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Council Office External
21 January 2025

Council Meeting | Briefing of Decisions - 20 January 2025

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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Commissioner + Senior Management Team - December 2024 Council Meeting
17 December 2024

Briefing of Decisions | 16 December 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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Childrens Reserve Winner
16 December 2024

Scottsdale Childrens Reserve | Playground Consultation Results

With an overwhelming 76% of the vote we are pleased to announce that Option 3: Finley was the winner!!
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Image Blue Derby 10 Year Anniversary
06 December 2024

Celebrating 10 Years of Blue Derby

The Blue Derby Foundation in conjunction with Dorset Council will be marking a decade of growth as the Blue Derby Mountain Bike trails celebrate its 10-year anniversary on 10 - 12 April 2025. The celebration will involve those who were key in Derby’s creation and are prominent in its future.
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Council Office External
20 November 2024

Dorset Council | Submission to Minister - Board of Inquiry Report

The Commissioner, at a Closed Session Special Meeting of Council on 20 November 2024, considered the Board of Inquiry Report provided to Council by the Minister for Local Government on 5 November 2024.
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Community Council Meeting Image Legerwood
19 November 2024

Briefing of Decisions | 18 November 2024 AGM and 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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Council Office External
16 November 2024

Notice of Special Meeting of Council | 20 November 2024

A Special Meeting of Dorset Council will be held at the Council Chambers, 3 Ellenor Street, Scottsdale on Wednesday, 20 November 2024 commencing at 2:00 pm.
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Railway Precinct 8
23 October 2024

Consultation commences on the Scottsdale Railway Precinct Open Space project

Dorset Council is set to open consultation to gather feedback on what the community would like to see included in the Scottsdale Railway Station Precinct.
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Eastmans Beach Amenities Block Completed 1
23 October 2024

Council newly constructed Eastmans Beach amenities block now open

Dorset Council has opened a newly completed amenities block at Eastmans Beach, Bridport today after a five-month construction period. The new and improved amenities building replaces a toilet block which was the oldest in the area and housed only a male and female toilet.
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