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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

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15 June 2023

Burn Brighter This Winter

Smoke reduces the quality of the air we breathe. Prolonged exposure to smoke from wood heaters is a significant problem for people who have chronic illnesses like asthma and heart conditions.
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09 June 2023

Dorset Council E-Newsletter | June 2023

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16 May 2023

Briefing of Decisions | 15 May Council Meeting

For further information on any of these items, please contact the Mayor, Cr Greg Howard (0409 546 247) or General Manager, Mr John Marik (03 6352 6500).
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10 May 2023

North East Advertiser Editorial | 2023/24 Rates

Editorial from Mayor Greg Howard and General Manager: John Marik
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08 May 2023

Notice of Special Meeting of Council

A Special Meeting of Dorset Council will be held at the Council Chambers, 3 Ellenor Street, Scottsdale on Friday 12 May 2023 commencing at 9:00 am.
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28 April 2023

Bridport Seaside Caravan Park | Expressions of Interest

Expressions of interest are sought for a community member representative and a regular park user (excluding annual site holder) to join the Bridport Seaside Caravan Park Committee (the Committee). The purpose of the Committee is to act as an advisory and consultative group that provides objective feedback and advice to Council regarding the operation of the Park and the overall user experience.
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Outcomes
24 April 2023

Briefing of Decisions | 24 April Council Meeting

For further information on any of these items, please contact the Mayor, Cr Greg Howard (0409 546 247) or General Manager, Mr John Marik (03 6352 6500).
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Council Meeting Outcomes
21 March 2023

Briefing of Decisions | 20 March Council Meeting - Derby Hall

For further information on any of these items, please contact the Mayor, Cr Greg Howard (0409 546 247) or General Manager, Mr John Marik (03 6352 6500).
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20 March 2023

2023 Barry Jarvis Education Scholarships Announced

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.
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Derby Hall Council Meeting
16 March 2023

Informal Meet & Greet Session and Council Meeting - Derby

NOTICE is given that the next Ordinary Meeting of the Dorset Council will be held Monday, 20 March 2023 at the Derby Hall, 80-82 Main Street, Derby commencing at 6:00 pm.
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10 March 2023

Dorset Council E-Newsletter | March 2023

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Outcomes
21 February 2023

Briefing of Decisions | 20 February 2023 Council Meeting - Pioneer Hall

For further information on any of these items, please contact the Mayor, Cr Greg Howard (0409 546 247) or General Manager, Mr John Marik (03 6352 6500).
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Pioneer Hall Council Meeting
14 February 2023

Informal Meet & Greet Session and Council Meeting - Pioneer

NOTICE is given that the next Ordinary Meeting of the Dorset Council will be held on Monday, 20 February 2023 at the Pioneer Hall, Racecourse Road, Pioneer commencing at 6:00 pm.
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03 February 2023

PlanBuild Tasmania is now live

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.
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16 January 2023

Briefing of Decisions | 16 January Council Meeting

For further information on any of these items, please contact the Mayor, Cr Greg Howard (0409 546 247) or General Manager, Mr John Marik (03 6352 6500).
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Council Office External
20 December 2022

Briefing of Decisions | 19 December Council Meeting

For further information on any of these items, please contact the Mayor, Cr Greg Howard (0409 546 247) or General Manager, Mr John Marik (03 6352 6500).
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Council Office External
13 December 2022

Local Provisions Schedule Now in Effect

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.
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08 December 2022

Dorset Council E-Newsletter | December 2022

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