The Northern Midlands Council is pleased to advise that the Draft Annual Report for 2024–2025 has been published and is now available on our website.
Read MoreAs fire season approaches, we remind everyone to be vigilant and take necessary precautions to minimize the risk of wildfires. Dry conditions, high winds, and elevated temperatures increase the potential for fires to spread quickly.
Read MoreNorthern Midlands Council recently invited community feedback on a proposed amendment to the Tasmanian Planning Scheme, which would have rezoned agricultural land on the eastern fringe of Evandale and expanded the Evandale Specific Area Plan. The consultation, held from 12 July to 4 August 2025, included an information session attended by over 140 community members and resulted in 52 submissions from 80 individuals—98% of which opposed the amendment. After considering community input, Council voted on 15 September 2025 not to proceed with the proposed changes.
Read MoreAt the September 15, 2025, Council meeting, Northern Midlands Council voted to pass a motion fully endorse the principles and objectives of the Lift the Tone campaign. see full media release
Read MoreNorthern Midlands welcomes two families at an Australian citizenship ceremony on 17 September 2025, as part of Australian Citizenship Day celebrations.
Read MoreThe TRANSLink Intermodal Facility project is moving forward, with all early planning and stakeholder engagement activities completed. Local Tasmanian consultants have been appointed, and community engagement is underway, including meetings and upcoming surveys to gather local input and identify opportunities.
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Summary of Key Decisions and Discussions from the Ordinary
Meeting of Council held Monday 18 August 2025
Northern Midlands Council has engaged DCS Civil Tasmania to deliver the Campbell Town Streetscape Development project. Works will start on Monday, 1 September 2025.
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Read MoreThe Office of the Valuer General (OVG) has authorised LG Valuation Services to begin a comprehensive property valuation across the Northern Midlands, starting August 2025. This process, conducted approximately every six years, ensures property values are up-to-date and aligned with current market conditions.
Read MoreNorthern Midlands Council Adopts Climate Resilience Strategy
to Build a Resilient Future
Northern Midlands Council is budgeting for a 5.5 per cent increase in rates for the 2025-26 financial year.
Read MoreCommunity information (drop-in) session
There will be a Community Information (drop in) session about this proposed amendment to be held:
Tuesday 22 July 2025 from 11 am until 7pm at the Evandale Memorial Hall, 8 High Street, Evandale.
Interested community members can drop into this session at any time to ask questions and find out more information.
Read MoreMedia Release from Jo Palmer, Minister for Education and Mark Shelton, Liberal Member for Lyons
Read MoreSnapshot of key decisions and discussions from Council’s June 23, 2025 Ordinary Meeting. This snapshot reflects the Council’s ongoing commitment to transparent governance, strategic infrastructure investment, and community-driven priorities across the Northern Midlands.
Read MoreChoose the Scenic Route – Photo Competition
Got an eye for the perfect shot? Whether it's rolling landscapes, bustling townships, local wildlife or the everyday moments that make the Northern Midlands special.
Great prizes up for grabs – so grab a camera and enter now!
Read MoreCouncil wish to advise that Ashby Road will be CLOSED to through traffic due to bridge works from 16th – 20th June 2025. Council apologises for any inconvenience that may be caused. Please direct all enquiries to Jonathan Galbraith on 6397 7303 during business hours.
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