What’s Happening
Changes to Building and Plumbing Permits
Under The Building Act 2016, it is now a legislated requirement that plumbing and building permits issued prior to 1 January 2017 will expire on 30 June 2020, unless the applicant has applied for an extension of time. All permits issued after 1 January 2017 will automatically lapse after 2 … Continue reading
Tasmanian Government – Draft Waste Action Plan
The Tasmanian Government has released the draft Waste Action Plan. This Plan provides a framework for discussion with Local Government, business and the community on the best way to address the waste and resource recovery challenges that face Tasmania. It identifies the actions the Tasmanian Government will take to tackle … Continue reading
Review of Local Government Legislation
The Tasmanian Government is conducting a major review of Tasmania’s Local Government Legislation Framework. The Review was announced in June 2018 and will involve extensive consultation with the local government sector, the community and affected stakeholders. Further information, including on the scope of the Review. Its objectives and Terms of … Continue reading
Pembroke Park
Council has committed to making Pembroke Park the sporting and recreation hub for the South East Region. A Master Plan and Business Case was developed to help Council guide the growth and development of Pembroke Park. Council has been proactively applying for appropriate grant funding opportunities to complete the upgrades … Continue reading
South East Traffic Solution Projects
A message from State Growth about the South East Traffic Solution Projects: The South East Traffic Solution aims to help maintain the liveability of Sorell and the Southern Beaches by improving travel time reliability through a more efficient and safer road network. Project commitments under the South East Traffic Solution … Continue reading
Strategic Plan 2019 – 2029
Following workshops with elected members, Council management and staff, and key external stakeholders, and broader consultation with the community, Council’s Strategic Plan 2019 – 2029 has been finalised. The Local Government Act 1993 (The Act) requires Council, in consultation with the community, to develop a 10 year strategic plan. The … Continue reading
Customer Service Satisfaction Survey
Council is conducting a Customer Service Satisfaction Survey. We are committed to consistently delivering our services with a focus on exceptional customer service. We endeavour to continuously improve our customer service and meet our customers’ expectations. To do this, we require your help. We’d appreciate you providing your feedback on … Continue reading
Community Halls Annual General Meetings
Council’s Community Halls are managed by a volunteer group of community members who form a Special Committee of Council and are governed by Terms of Reference. The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Council’s Community Halls will be held at the respective halls at the following times: Dunalley Hall – 3.00pm … Continue reading
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Email: sorell.council@sorell.tas.gov.au
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