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- September (27)
- Deloraine Waste Depot - Site Improvements Are Underway!
- North West Transmission Upgrades Project - Public Exhibition
- Join the Jackjumpers These School Holidays!
- Telstra Upgrades Affecting Hagley, Whitemore, Selbourne, Rosevale, Cluan & Liffey Residents
- Help Shape Meander Valley - Westbury Historic Town Centre
- Bass Highway works between Exton & Hagley
- Office Closure - 8:30-9:30am, Thursday 11 September
- Volunteer Award 2025 - Nominations Are Now Open
- The heart of Tasmania has once again captured the nation’s attention!
- Deborah White returns to Meander Valley Council following electoral recount
- Update on installation of private underground electrical connections in Meander Valley
- Have Your Say - The Final Draft of the Community Strategic Plan is Open for Community Consultation
- Meander Valley Council announces resignation of Councillor Michael Kelly
- What's next for Ashley? Meander Valley Council pushes for clear plan from State Government
- Ready, Set, Garage Sale! Register now for the 2024 Garage Sale Trail.
- Bracknell Community Hall is open
- Council to host a family event to thank the community and celebrate Meander House
- 2022 Local Government Elections
- Grab your helmet and get on your bike! Meander Valley’s Pump Track to officially open next week!
- Art Award entrants embrace change, growth and new beginnings...
- Council seeking commitments from the Tasmanian Government on Northern Regional Prison Proposal
- Michal Frydrych appointed as new Meander Valley Councillor
- Council focuses on strategic waste management
- Community Car Service Update
- New beginning for Bracknell’s Community Hall
- New wicket ready for cricket season!
- It’s showtime at Meander Valley Performing Arts Centre
- August (16)
- Prospect Vale Recycle Rewards refund point has officially joined the 1 Million Club
- Meander Valley Art Award - Entries Now Open
- Westbury Community Forum - Tuesday 23 September
- Inside Council Procurement Workshop
- Scams Awareness Week kicks off on 25 August 2025
- Cat Prohibited Areas Declared at Deloraine & Westbury Waste Depots
- Polystyrene Piling Up at Home? We’ve Got a Better Place for It
- Appointment of Meander Valley Council General Manager
- Residents save over 1,200 tonnes of organic material from landfill as Council celebrates FOGO anniversary
- Cup fever descends on Deloraine to help raise much needed funds
- It’s LIFT off for locals in Meander Valley
- Get behind our community by getting behind the wheel!
- Entries Open - Meander Valley Art Award
- Frank Nott to move on from Councillor role
- Community ‘drop in’ session on the future of the former Meander Primary School
- Public Meeting: Tasmanian Government's Northern Regional Prison Proposal
- July (21)
- It’s Official. Our Visitor Centre Team is Among the Best in the World!
- Want to cut down on paper and keep things simple?
- Paws for a Moment - Feedback Closes Soon for Our Reviewed Dog Management Policy
- Moved house? Changed your number? Let us know!
- A Registered Dog is a Happy Dog - Fetch a Discount by Registering Before July 31
- Deloraine Recreation Precinct - Demolition Works Begin Wednesday 23 July
- Westbury WaterMain Renewal - Works Ending Date
- West Parade upgrades are nearly wrapped up!
- Sit, Stay... And Have Your Say - Dog Management Policy Review
- Deloraine named Tassie’s Top Small Tourism Town!
- Meander Valley Council shares outcomes of community engagement workshops
- Council votes to retain our community and oppose forced State Government changes
- Council seeks community feedback on the State Government’s proposed reforms
- Youth voice on community action in response to climate change
- Council's Community Satisfaction Survey
- Council to rethink dog management
- Community Drop-in Sessions and Council Services Survey set to reconnect and engage after COVID-19 hiatus
- Council working to clarify information around public meeting on prison proposal
- A Community and Future Focused Budget
- Meander Valley Council Adopts $20m operating budget
- Council advocates for continued engagement after announcement of new prison site
- June (23)
- Nominations Are Now Open for the 2026 Australian of the Year Awards
- Construction Has Started - Illawarra Road Upgrades
- Weighing Up Waste - From Tuesday 1 July, Deloraine Waste Depot is Switching to a Pay-by-weight System
- Hadspen, Tomorrow’s Your Turn! - Hadspen Community Forum is Tomorrow Night
- REMINDER - Westbury Waste Depot will cease operation on Sunday 29 June 2025
- Forget the Calendar - Recycle Coach Has You Covered
- Australia Post 2025 Community Grants program
- Carrick Structure Plan - Current State & Summary Of Survey Results June 2025
- Prospect Vale & Blackstone Heights Structure Plan
- Taking a Pause for the King’s Birthday - Monday 9 June Office Closure
- Cast Your Vote and Share the Magic of Deloraine!
- Meander Valley Council prioritises infrastructure in approved 2024-25 Budget
- Meander Valley Council delivers measured budget amidst rising costs of service
- Meander Valley Council’s General Manager announces departure from role
- Council is preparing for the implementation of the Tasmanian Government’s Landfill Levy
- Council’s 2022-23 budget reflects the challenging economic influences
- From July 2022, Hadspen, Traveller's Rest and Prospect Vale residents will join Blackstone Heights in receiving a FOGO collection service.
- Waiting on grass to grow: Anticipation for Meander Valley Pump Track builds
- The start of a new era for Bracknell Memorial Hall
- Councillor Susie Bower resigns her position
- Cooking up a storm on Westbury’s Village Green!
- Lifetime dog registration tags are on their way!
- Tasmanian Planning Scheme – Local Provisions Schedule
- May (20)
- Got a great local business story to share? - CareSuper Business Excellence Award - Regional Roadshow
- Tassie Locals, It’s Time to Tuck in and Treat Yourself! - Eat Local Stay Local
- Hadspen, It’s Your Turn! - Hadspen Community Forum
- They’re the First to Lend a Hand, and the Last to Leave the Hall - Celebrating National Volunteer Week
- Part of a Local Group Making a Difference? - Organisation Sponsorship Applications Now Open
- This Saturday, We’ll Be Raising the Rainbow Flag to Mark IDAHOBIT
- Growing Something Good? Let’s Make It Happen - Community Grants Now Open for Applications
- Exciting Changes Coming to Westbury - Westbury Streetscape Renewal Works Start
- It’s as Easy as Dropping Off a Few Bottles - Container Refund Scheme
- Raising rainbow flag in support of LGBTQIA+ inclusion!
- Meander Valley to host free community health and wellbeing expo
- Rainbow pride as Council demonstrates support for equality and inclusion
- Free digital marketing workshop for local businesses
- Meander Valley Art Award to re-emerge with new categories and sponsor opportunities
- Council leads change for sustainable waste management in Meander Valley
- ‘Better Together’ Meander Valley celebrates National Volunteer Week
- Council waiting to hear what the election will bring for Meander Valley.
- Prison announcement provides more certainty for the Meander Valley community
- Community to consider options for former Meander School site
- Council set to fast-track infrastructure projects after grant success
- April (15)
- The Police Community Engagement Team is visiting Deloraine – Join us at the Deloraine Train Park!
- Good Ideas Deserve to Be Shared — and Celebrated With the Waste Not Awards
- Agfest is Upon Us! – Road Closures and Changed Traffic Conditions Information
- Looking for the Deloraine RV Parking & Dump Point? – New Location During Construction Work
- ANZAC Day Office Closure
- Anzac Day Road Closures – Plan Ahead
- Council Office Closure – Easter Public Holidays
- Have you signed up for your free class yet? - Learn Connect Grow in Meander Valley
- Road Resurfacing Works – Las Vegas Drive & Lindfield Place, Prospect Vale
- Attention Dog and Cat Owners - Prospective Closure of HomeSafeID
- Meander Valley Road, Westbury, Streetscape Renewal
- Meander Valley's own Pacific Island experience!
- Meander Valley responds to Launceston’s amalgamation bid
- Council launches career journeys
- New Planning Scheme for Meander Valley
- March (22)
- Women & Girls in Sport Strategy Consultation Now Open!
- A New Path Through Blackstone Heights - Longvista Road
- Growing Together in Harmony - Meander Valley Harmony Day 2025
- Weekly Update - Recreational Water Quality - Friday 21 March 2025
- Westbury Waste Depot Closure – a letter to residents from Mayor Johnston
- Weekly Update - Recreational Water Quality - Friday 14 March 2025
- Westbury Road Closures for St Patrick’s Festival
- Henry Burrows Playground: A Fresh Look for a Beloved Space!
- Exciting News for Alveston Drive, Deloraine - Accessible Toilet Facilities
- Footpath Renewal Works – Franklin Street, Westbury
- Weekly Update - Recreational Water Quality - Friday 7 March 2025
- Council Office Closure – 8 Hours Day, 10 March 2025
- Join us as we come together this March for the Meander Valley Harmony Day
- Heads Up Carrick Residents - Carrick Community Forum
- The Deloraine Pool is now closed for the season.
- Cozy and Safe: Preparing a Healthy Fireplace This Winter
- Westbury Temporary Road Closures
- Meander Valley prepares to host picturesque cycling challenge this weekend
- Signs of change
- Creativity on display at Meander Valley Council’s LEGO Exhibition!
- Upgrades complete at Prospect Vale Park Training Grounds
- Council unveils $1.7m community and business support package
- February (30)
- Weekly Update - Recreational Water Quality - Friday 28 February 2025
- Reminder: Household Hazardous Waste Collection
- Night Roadworks on Emu Bay Road - Monday 3 March until Thursday 6 March
- Weekly Update - Recreational Water Quality - Friday 21 February 2025
- Rolling Road Closures for the Spirit of Tasmania Cycling Tour
- Rolling Through Meander Valley – Spirit of Tasmania Cycling Tour
- Weekly Update - Recreational Water Quality - Friday 14 February 2025
- New swings, new adventures, new fun! - Prospect Vale Henry Burrows Playground
- Hazardous Waste Collection is Back This March!
- Deloraine Pool Closed – Sunday, 16 February
- Heads up, drivers! Deloraine Street Car Show Road Closures
- Welcoming Our Newest Meander Valley Councillor, Christine Cronshaw
- Weekly Update - Recreational Water Quality - Friday 7 February 2025
- Insights, Innovation & Collaboration: Meander Valley Economic Development Forum Recap
- Don’t Let Traffic Kill Your Vibe - Party in the Paddock Traffic Alert
- All rec water sites compliant with Recreational Water Quality Guideline requirements - 28 January
- Clear Out the Clutter: 2025 Hard Waste Collection Registrations Are Now Open!
- Meander Valley Voices: Councillor Anne-Marie Loaders Journey Embracing Meander Valley's Heart
- Meander Valley Voices (2023 - 2034): Our People, Our Place, Our Future.
- 2024 State Election Priorities for Meander Valley
- Daniel Smedley appointed as new Meander Valley Councillor
- Recreational Water Quality Warning: Lake Trevallyn
- Meander Valley Council announces the resignation of Councillor Lochie Dornauf
- Rodney Synfield undertakes declaration of office
- Barry Lee resigns from Councillor role
- Two proposals received for the future use of the former Meander Primary School site
- Better FOGO processing prompts new caddy rollout for Blackstone Heights
- Meander Valley Australia Day Award recipients to be celebrated at rescheduled event
- Workforce change as Council moves towards better service delivery
- Council writes to the Meander Valley Gazette seeking corrections to misreports
- January (27)
- We’re planting seeds for something special at Carrick Recreation Ground!
- Heatwave Expected: Tips to Stay Safe This Week
- Meander Valley Celebrating Community and Volunteer Awards: Want to see who was recognised and relive the moments?
- Exciting Upgrades Coming to South Esk Drive, Hadspen!
- New Walkways Coming Soon in Hadspen!
- Meander Valley’s new Emergency Response Trailer is ready to roll!
- Monday 27 January - Australia Day Public Holiday Council Chambers Closure
- Join The Rotary Club of Westbury and Meander Valley Council for a Special Australia Day Breakfast
- Weekly Update - Recreational Water Quality - Friday 24 January 2025
- Attention Hadspen Residents: Bowdens Road Road Repairs
- Meander Valley Celebrating Community & Volunteer Awards - Event Information and Road Closures
- Emu Bay Road Road Footpath Upgrade
- Meander Valley Economic Development Forum
- How about a game of squash? Deloraine Squash Courts Open for Hire!
- Meander Memorial Hall Pergola Upgrade
- Weekly Update - Recreational Water Quality - Friday 17 January 2025
- Improving Westwood Road!
- A Fresh Chapter for Oaks Road, Bracknell!
- Recreational Closure: Lake Trevallyn Algal Bloom
- Recycling Update - e-waste
- Council receives State Government’s update on Northern Correctional Facility
- Locals honored at Meander Valley Council's Australia Day Event
- Road Closure & Works Notice
- Australia Day Award recipients announced
- COVID-safety the priority as Council’s Australia Day event postponed
- Locals honored at Australia Day Awards
- Annual General Meeting
- December (17)
- Youth Summer Sessions - What’s in season this January for youth in Meander Valley
- Festive Season Office Closure
- UPDATE - Recreational Water Quality Warning
- Missed the In-Person Gallery? Explore the Meander Valley Art Award Online!
- Deloraine Squash Courts Grand Opening - A Vibrant New Community Space
- Meander Valley Annual Report - Now Ready for Viewing
- Waterway Safety Update - Swimming Spots Declared Safe for Swimming
- Recreational Water Quality Warning
- Everything You Need to Know About the Mount Leslie Road Extension
- Recreational Water Quality Warning
- Roadworks Notice December 2023
- Tasmanian Government publishes draft social impact assessment for their Northern Correctional Facility project
- Meander Valley’s Flood Recovery Continues
- Notice of Annual General Meeting
- Council anticipates State Government’s community consultation over former Ashley site
- Pump up your tyres and brace for adrenalin as construction is set to start on Deloraine’s new Pump-Track!
- Council to call for proposals for Meander School Site
- November (16)
- Services Australia's Mobile Office is coming to Meander Valley
- As summer approaches, so does the Deloraine swimming pool opening!
- Last Weekend for the Meander Valley Garage Sale Trail!
- New place brand set to put Meander Valley on the map!
- Traffic Management: Emu Bay Road/Mole Creek Road roundabout in Deloraine
- Uncover a treasure trove this weekend on the Meander Valley Garage Sale Trail!
- ROAD CLOSURE INFORMATION: Carrick and Hagley Infrastructure Improvements
- Traffic Management: William Street, Westbury
- Get ready to dive into Summer at the Deloraine Swimming Pool
- Final weekend of The Garage Sale Trail 2023, 18-19 November
- Westbury’s Valley Central welcomes new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
- Community Collective complete their Cenotaph
- Council extends a warm welcome to our newest citizens
- Significant milestone for the future of the former Meander Primary School
- Meander Valley first in Tasmania to roll-out recycled roads
- Remember to shop local this Christmas
- October (17)
- Check out our latest upgrade in Carrick
- Celebrating Creativity: 2024 Meander Valley Art Awards Presented at Opening Night Event
- Nominations Open for the Meander Valley Volunteer Awards 2025
- Deloraine Caravan Park EOI
- Turn Your Stash into Cash!
- Free forums to help Meander Valley businesses grow their operations
- Two flood recovery drop-in sessions organised for Meander Valley residents needing assistance
- Mayor Johnston urges residents to be prepared amid severe weather forecast
- Dogs, art and a giant wombat? There’s something for everyone at Meander Valley’s Art Award!
- Community encouraged to provide feedback on Council’s draft Indigenous Recognition Policy
- Community encouraged to share ideas and collaborate over the future of the former Meander Primary School
- Meander Valley Council rolls out grant and sponsorship opportunities
- Grant funds flow for small business recovery in Meander Valley
- Intersection safety improvements for Country Club Avenue, Prospect Vale
- COVID-19 Information & Support
- Doing the 'right thing' over 1,000 times a week!
- Room to move for Deloraine Squash Club
- September (27)