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Sandy Bay playground raises bar for inclusive play

Published on 20 July 2026

Two chat boards and a Smooth Ship Glider with space for a person in a wheelchair are just some of the upgrades making the Long Beach Reserve playground a space to be enjoyed by all children.

News from tonight’s Hobart City Council meeting 29/6/2026

Published on 30 June 2026

A wrap of decisions from the Hobart City Council meeting 29 June 2026

City of Hobart adopts responsible 2026–27 Budget with low rate rise

Published on 30 June 2026

The City of Hobart has adopted its 2026–27 Budget, delivering a $3 million surplus while keeping rate increases among the lowest in Tasmania.

Halls Saddle Visitor Hub project update

Published on 29 June 2026

On Monday, the Hobart City Council will consider the Halls Saddle Visitor Hub Master Plan Options Analysis, an important step in the long-term vision for the Halls Saddle Visitor Hub at a former quarry on the lower slopes of Kunanyi / Mount Wellington.

News from tonight’s HCC Planning Authority Committee meeting 24/6/2026

Published on 24 June 2026

A wrap of decisions from tonight’s Hobart City Council Planning Authority Committee meeting - 24 June 2026

Pedal power pays off as Hobart E-bike Library turns one

Published on 09 June 2026

Hobart’s Free E-Bike Library is celebrating its first year, with strong participation and growing evidence it is helping residents embrace sustainable transport.

Chance to carve out new life for Hobart’s giant sequoias

Published on 03 June 2026

The City of Hobart is calling on the Tasmanian community to come out of the woodwork and apply for a piece of the two giant sequoias that were removed from St David's Park.

Collins Street trial hits halfway mark

Published on 01 June 2026

The City of Hobart is inviting the community to have its say on the progress of the Transforming Collins Street project, now at the halfway point of its two-year trial. A two-week engagement period will open on Monday, 1 June 2026, with businesses, shoppers, commuters and visitors encouraged to provide feedback.

New Hello Hobart gift card to boost local spending

Published on 29 May 2026

Hobart’s local economy is set for a big boost, with a vibrant new city-wide initiative designed to keep spending local and champion small businesses, as the Hello Hobart Gift Card launches this June.

Shared micromobility transition as Beam confirms end of service