Author: stacey.gadd

30 April 2025

‘Lift the Tone’‘Lift the Tone’ Campaign promotes respect in public debate’Lift the Tone’

The Local Government Association of Tasmania (LGAT), with the support of mental health experts, has launched a new campaign urging Tasmanians to ‘Lift the Tone’ of public discourse. The initiative…

14 April 2025

Responsible Dog Ownership

Sorell Council has launched a new educational video aimed at promoting responsible dog ownership across the municipality. The short video highlights key responsibilities for dog owners, including control in public…

21 March 2025

We Stand Together Against Racism

Six southern Tasmanian councils today unveiled a new campaign celebrating Greater Hobart’s cultural and linguistic diversity and taking a stand against acts of racism. The idea of the ‘We Stand Together Against…

20 March 2025

Revised Public Places By-Law

Our Public Places By-law has been revised and is now in effect. You can find a copy of the updated by-law on this page.

17 March 2025

𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗞𝗘𝗥𝗥𝗬 𝗗𝗘𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗜 Our community has lost a wonderful human with the passing of Kerry Degrassi. For decades, Kerry dedicated her life to community development, social justice, and advocacy, leaving…

7 March 2025

Primrose Sands Beach warning – Swimming not currently advised

UPDATE: 7 MARCH 2025 Our investigations into the water quality at Primrose Sands Beach remain ongoing. To date, we have: Initial seepage sample results suggest there is some impact from…

7 March 2025

Seniors Advisory Group Meeting

The Seniors Advisory Group (SAG) is a forum where seniors can engage with the Mayor, Councillors, and Council staff to share their thoughts, ask questions, and contribute to building an…

12 February 2025

Duplication of Midway Point and Sorell Causeways

Click a link below to view the roll plan and designs for the Duplication of the Midway Point and Sorell Causeways. Midway Point Causeway and McGees Bridges. Sorell Causeway. Design…

5 February 2025

Australia Day Awards 2025

Sorell Council’s 2025 Australia Day Awards were presented at a special event at the Sorell Memorial Hall on Thursday 23 January. Around 100 friends, family and community members attended the…