Deputy Mayor Jim Cooper has today advised the Acting General Manager of his resignation from both the position of Deputy Mayor and Councillor, effective as at 5.00pm today, 3 December 2021. Sincere thanks are extended to Jim from the Mayor, Councilors and staff for his service to Council since 2014.
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State-wide Fire Permit Declaration
The Tasmanian Fire Service have provided the following update: A fire permit period has been declared commencing Wednesday 1 December 2021 for the Whole State of Tasmania. A fire permit can be obtained by free calling 1800 000 699 Landowners in other municipalities are encouraged to register their burns by…
Draft Annual Report FY20/21
Draft Annual Report FY20/21 Council’s Draft Annual Report will not be available for inspection from Monday 29 November 2021 at the Council Offices and on the Council website https://kingisland.tas.gov.au/have-your-say/ due to the Auditor General Office not yet providing a set of audited financial statements NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Once…
Employment opportunity – Airport Reporting Officer
Council is currently seeking a casual Airport Reporting Officer to work and support the Airport team for leave provision, illness and borders re-opening. The position will be responsible for assisting in the delivery of airport and reporting services for Council. Selection criteria and position description can be downloaded here. Relevant…
Naracoopa Jetty & Fishing Competition
To be held on Saturday 4 December 2021 To celebrate the re-opening of the Naracoopa Jetty, a fishing competition will be held on Saturday 4 December. The official opening will commence at 9.00am closely followed by the start of the competition. The rules are as follows; Commence at 9am until…
Update: Naracoopa Sand Mine – Cartage to commence today
Naracoopa Mineral Sands Pty Ltd (NMS) is planning to conduct a major export shipment of up to 85,000 tonnes of mineral sands via Grassy Port, which Council has been informed will commence today. The export campaign will operate for 20 working days. Trucks will operate on the road network between…
Emergency works on Huxley Street
Wednesday 24 November 2021 Council will be undertaking emergency works on Huxley Street tomorrow (Wednesday 24 November 2021). Please drive with caution and be mindful of any traffic delays that may be caused during this time.
King Island Careers Expo – 25 November 2021
King Island Council is proud to be involved and supporting the King Island Careers Expo to be held on Thursday 25 November 2021 at the Town Hall, Currie. Times: 12:00pm – open to school students 3:00pm – open to general public 5:00pm – Thank you for attending 6:00pm – Extended invite to all…
COVID Vaccines and Booster shots available
Ochre Health have announced clinic dates for COVID vaccine and booster shots for King Island. Some after hour options have also been scheduled, please see below: …
Employment Opportunity – Customer Service Officer
Council is currently seeking a Customer Service Officer to work within the administration team. The position will be responsible for assisting in the delivery of administration and customer services for Council. Selection criteria and position description can be downloaded here or from the Council Office. For more information please contact…