Latrobe Council

22/10/2026

After a long battle with multiple myeloma, it is with sadness that we advise that our former Economic Development Officer, Greg Fenwick, passed away last weekend with his family by his side.
Greg commenced employment with Council in 2022, retiring in April this year and moving north to be closer to family and friends.
Council's sincere condolences are extended to Jenny, Alison, Matthew and families.

22/10/2026

🗳️ It's too late to return your local government election ballot papers by post, but you can still drop them off at a council office before 2 pm on Tuesday, 27 October! 👇

Voting in Tasmania's 2026 local government elections closes soon. It's now too late to return your completed ballot papers by post.

❗ It's not too late to vote, you can still return your vote at any council office in your northern or southern region.

📍 Find your nearest council at tec.tas.gov.au/locations
🕘 Check opening hours before you visit and be mindful of public holidays.
🗳️ Your vote must be received by 2 pm on Tuesday 27 October 2026.

22/10/2026

🦅 H5 bird flu continues to be detected in Tasmanian wildlife. Please avoid contact with sick or dead wildlife, keep pets away and report any sightings to help prevent the spread. 👇

🦅H5 bird flu update

H5 bird flu continues to be detected in Tasmanian wildlife with 53 H5 bird flu events currently recorded.

The three detections since the last update on 14 October 2026 include the southern elephant seal and a kelp gull on Macquarie Island previously announced, and a forest raven in Stieglitz in the north-east.

The Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania provides weekly public updates through media releases, and the total number of tests conducted, positive events and reports is updated daily on the department’s website.

There are no mass mortalities and no detection in Tasmanian poultry. Chicken and eggs remain safe to eat.

Pet owners play a role in helping prevent the spread of H5 bird flu by keeping cats indoors or in enclosures, keeping dogs away from sick or dead wildlife, and preventing contact between wild birds and domestic birds or poultry.

Community reporting is helping support Tasmania's response efforts.

If you see sick or dead birds or other wildlife:
✅Avoid contact
✅Record what you see and where you saw it
✅Report it to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888

✅Check current advice at www.nre.tas.gov.au/birdflu

Members of the public can report sick or dead birds using our online form and upload photos using their mobile device - nre.tas.gov.au/ReportBirdFlu

22/10/2026

🌿 Plant parents, it’s your time to shine! 🌿

Australia’s BIGGEST plant sale is sprouting up in your neighbourhood this 8–9 & 15–16 November, thanks to Garage Sale Trail (Garage Sale Trail) – Australia’s Biggest Secondhand Treasure Hunt! 🌱✨

Got seedlings, herbs, flowers, or rare leafy legends ready for a new home? 🌸💚

Register your sale (it’s FREE + takes 2 mins) and turn your plant babies into pocket money magic 💵🪴

🌼 Average sellers make $499 on the Trail
🌻Show off your green goodness to 300,000+ thrifty shoppers
🌿 Do your bit for the planet while cashing in!

👉 Hit the link in bio to register today and get your garden growing on the Trail! 🌞🌿

is a proud partner of Garage Sale Trail 🌈🌏✨♻️

22/10/2026

21/10/2026

21/10/2026

🎓 Latrobe Council University Bursary – Applications Closing Soon!

Are you a resident of the Latrobe Municipality planning to commence undergraduate study at the University of Tasmania in Semester 1, 2027?

Latrobe Council offers an annual bursary of $3,500 to support a local student pursuing tertiary education.

📚 Eligibility and conditions:

Must reside in the Latrobe Municipality (postcode 7307).

Must be commencing undergraduate study at the University of Tasmania in Semester 1.

Recipients must achieve a minimum Pass result in all units each semester to retain the bursary.

📅 Applications close Saturday, 31 October 2026.
📝 Apply online: https://utas.uac.edu.au/utas-scholarships/

Applicants are encouraged to answer all questions thoroughly and check spelling and grammar before submitting.

⚠️ Late applications cannot be accepted.

🔎 For more information, visit Council’s website:
https://www.latrobe.tas.gov.au/community/grants/utas-bursary

Help us spread the word to local students who may benefit from this opportunity!

20/10/2026

💜 Learn more about end-of-life care, planning and available support at this free information session on Thursday, 5 November. 👇👇

END-OF-LIFE CARE | Tasmanians have had access to Voluntary Assisted Dying for almost four years, but community and health provider understanding is often shaped by misconceptions.

This free information session will provide clear, practical information to help community members, carers, families and health professionals better understand end-of-life care, planning and available support.

📅 Thursday 5 November
🕡 10am to 11.30am
📍 Ulverstone

Learn more and register here: tasp.hn/3Vzbj7R

20/10/2026

🏆 Nominations Open – Latrobe Council Australia Day Awards 2027! 🇦🇺

Latrobe Council’s annual Australia Day Awards are just around the corner, and we need your help to recognise the wonderful people and events that make our community such a great place to live!

Do you know someone who goes above and beyond for our community, or an event that deserves recognition? We encourage you to submit a nomination in one of the following categories:

🌟 Citizen of the Year
🌟 Young Citizen of the Year
🌟 Community Event of the Year

📅 Nominations close Tuesday, 1 December 2026.

Help us celebrate those who make a positive difference in our community!

📝 Download a nomination form:
👉 www.latrobe.tas.gov.au/community/australiadayaward

19/10/2026

🗳️ Don't forget to return your local government election ballot papers! They must be received by 2:00 pm on Tuesday, 27 October 2026, so make sure yours arrives in time. 👇

Don't miss your chance to have a say ⏰

Voting closes soon in Tasmania's local government elections. If your ballot pack is still sitting on the kitchen bench, now is the time to complete it and get it in the mail or drop it off at your local council office.

Currently, only 42% of ballots have been returned statewide.

Ballot papers must be received by 2:00pm on 27 October to be included in the count.