The latest news and events

Your August 2015 Devonport City Council Update

There is a lot of great news to share with you this month - from a dog exercise park, a new pay-by-phone car park facility, community consultations and a brand new Council website, to make accessing information easier, wherever you are.

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Ben Milbourne teams up with LIVING CITY

Local foodie & TV presented Ben Milbourne has been appointed Food Ambassador for the LIVING CITY project. Find out more here.

New Devonport Bike Riding Strategy released

The future for bike riding in Devonport is bright, with Council adopting a new Bike Riding Strategy which is set to make bike riding more attractive and accessible for the whole community.

Find out about Council works and projects

Stay up-to-date with what Council works and projects are happening hear you, on our interactive works map on the new Council website.

Meercroft Park & Byard Park Lighting Proposal

Community and resident feedback on the proposed installation of additional sportsground lighting is currently being sought at Speak Up Devonport.

Get involved in Seniors Week 2015

From Monday 12 October, Seniors Week we'll be celebrating Seniors Week with a range of events including expos, lunches, film screening, fitness activities and more. Click here for details.

Pay-by-phone parking option now available

You will now be able to extend your parking end-time by phone without returning to your vehicle, with a pay-by-phone option now available in Council car parks.

New Council Website for the Community

Council has launched a new mobile and tablet friendly website for the Devonport community, aimed at making accessing information easier.

Council approves the creation of a Dog Exercise Park

An off-leash dog exercise park will be created near the Splash Devonport Aquatic Centre, subject to Crown Land approval, following a decision at this week's Council meeting. Details here.

Planning permission granted for Paintball facility

A paintball facility for Devonport is one step closer, with planning permission granted for the operation to operate on a Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Details here.