News and Media Releases

11 November 2026

Notice of Rescheduled Ordinary Council Meeting

Notice is hereby given that the Ordinary Council Meeting of the Dorset Council scheduled for Monday, 16 November 2026 has been rescheduled to Monday, 23 November 2026.

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09 November 2026

Dorset Council Welcomes New Council Following 2026 Local Government Elections

Dorset Council has welcomed the outcome of the 2026 Local Government Elections, with a mix of experienced and new representatives elected to serve the Dorset community over the next four years.

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05 November 2026

Car Park Closure | Bridport

Sections of the Bridport Main Street carpark, below the Bridport Hotel near the Pavilion and Library, will be temporarily closed for resurfacing works.

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05 November 2026

Road Closure | Henry Street / Maxwell Street Bridport

Motorists are advised that the top end of Henry Street, Bridport, between Heath Court and Maxwell Street (Main Street turnoff), will be closed to allow for stormwater installation works.

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31 October 2026

November works around Dorset

It’s shaping up to be a busy November for Council’s infrastructure and works teams, with projects underway right across the municipality.

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29 October 2026

Council commences Indoor Pool Feasibility Assessment

Dorset residents are a step closer to understanding the opportunities and challenges of developing an indoor aquatic facility, with Council announcing the commencement of an Indoor Pool Feasibility Assessment and the appointment of a specialist consultant @Leisure Planning to undertake the work.

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23 October 2026

Planning begins for Scottsdale’s next chapter

Dorset Council is pleased to announce the commencement of the Scottsdale Master Plan, an important project that will help shape the future growth, development and vitality of Scottsdale.

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20 October 2026

Council Meeting Briefing of Decisions | 19 October 2026

Briefing of Decisions made at the Council Meeting held on 19 October at the Council Chambers. For further information on any of these items, please contact Mayor Rhys Beattie (0409 921 683) or Acting General Manager, Ms Jayne Miller (03 6352 6500).

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19 October 2026

Dorset Council closes Board of Inquiry response and looks to future

Dorset Council has formally closed its response to the Board of Inquiry, marking the end of a significant period in Council’s recent history and a shift in focus towards the future.

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16 October 2026

Vale | Former Councillor Ronald “Ron” Rice

We are saddened to learn of the passing of former Councillor Ron Rice.

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06 October 2026

Special Meeting of Council Briefing of Decision | 6 October 2026

Briefing of Decisions made at the Special Meeting held on 6 October at the Council Chambers. For further information on any of these items, please contact Mayor Rhys Beattie (0409 921 683) or Acting General Manager, Ms Jayne Miller (03 6352 6500).

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30 September 2026

October 2026 Preview | Infrastructure Works Across Dorset

As spring progresses, several significant road and community projects are scheduled to commence across Dorset.

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25 September 2026

Latest E-Newsletter | Out Now

The latest Council E-Newsletter is out now. Click on the button below to view online. Not a subscriber? Visit our website and sign up at the bottom of the homepage.

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24 September 2026

Dorset Council Awards Public Places Waste Collection Services Contract to Local Contractor

At its meeting on 17 August 2026, Dorset Council resolved to award its new Public Places Waste Collection Services contract to local business, Beaumontcote Pty Ltd. The contract will provide for the ongoing collection and disposal of waste from public litter, sanitary and dog waste bins throughout the Dorset municipality.

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24 September 2026

2027 Dorset Australia Day Awards | NOW OPEN

Nominations are now open for the Dorset Council Australia Day Awards.

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22 September 2026

Council Meeting Briefing of Decisions | 21 September 2026

Briefing of Decisions made at the Council Meeting held on 21 September at the Council Chambers. For further information on any of these items, please contact Mayor Rhys Beattie (0409 921 683) or Acting General Manager, Ms Jayne Miller (03 6352 6500).

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14 September 2026

Dorset Council Awards Road Sealing Contract for 2026/27 Program

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.

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11 September 2026

Council Confirms Acting General Manager Appointment

Dorset Council has confirmed the appointment of Ms Jayne Miller as Acting General Manager for a further six months, through to 31 March 2027.

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