The JOHN DUIGAN is currently in dry dock in Sydney and over the last 24 hours the Docking team has undertaken further investigation of the damaged stern tube seal and found evidence of significant bearing failures. We are working with engineers and part manufacturers to complete a full assessment, however,…
Cradle Coast Authority’s (CCA) Natural Resource Management (NRM) team are pleased to launch a free online Property Management Planning (PMP) program for landholders. Regardless of property size, the free online PMP program helps landholders plan work on issues like soil fertility, weed management or infrastructure upgrades. The program consists of…
In accordance with Section 118 of the Local Government Act 1993 notice is hereby given that the Council made its rates and charges for the 2020/2021 financial year at the Council meeting held on Tuesday 16 June 2020. Click on the link for a summary of the rates and charges…
The Tasmanian Community Achievement Awards started in 2007 to encourage, acknowledge and reward the valuable contributions that individuals, communities and businesses make throughout Tasmania. These awards aim to recognise their success and achievements, which contribute to making Tasmania a better place. Nominate before Wednesday 22 July in one or more…
Promoting good neighbourly relations The Living Next Door to a Farmer campaign was launched by the Minister in May 2020. The project objective is to educate and engage the community, with the aim to foster good neighbourly relations between farmers and residents in new and existing peri-urban locations. To access…
Bass Island Line Service Disruption Update TasPorts, the owner and operator of Bass Island Line (BIL), is committed to ensuring the continuity of freight service for the King Island community whilst its vessel John Duigan undergoes repairs in Sydney following damage sustained to a stern tube seal. TasPorts CEO Anthony…
In recent weeks, Council has received some public inquiries regarding vegetation trimming along Old Grassy Road and Council’s role in relation to these works. The vegetation trimming has been undertaken by contractors for Hydro Tasmania, as part of its maintenance program. The works are necessary to protect power lines from…
The Health Department has announced that renovations to the King Island Hospital and Health Centre will re-commence next week after being suspended during the COVID-19 emergency. The Chair of the Municipal Emergency Management Committee, Mayor Julie Arnold, has welcomed the decision and the return of VOS Constructions, their employees and…
For the safety of its passengers and volunteers, the Community Car continues to have a limit of one passenger per trip (unless from the same household). Passengers are asked to ensure that if they are experiencing any covid like symptoms they do not book or travel in the car. Additionally,…
Council Meeting 16 June 2020 In light of COVID-19 gathering restrictions and limited space in the Council Chambers, the meeting will not be open for the public. Councillors, Council staff and media representatives are able to attend. Audio Recording An audio recording of the meeting will be published to the…
