Stay Safe During Smoky Conditions
Be prepared if bushfires and weather lead to poor air quality due to smoky conditions.
Posted Tuesday, 2 December 2025, 9.00am
Southern Midlands Council
Welcome to the Southern Midlands of Tasmania – where traditional values meet forward-thinking ideas.
The Southern Midlands Council serves as the local government authority for this rural region, encompassing around 4,200 rateable properties and a community of approximately 6,700 residents spread across its diverse districts.
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Temporary Road Closure Main Street Kempton Sunday 14th December between 8:30 am and 3:30 pm
Temporary Road Closure as advertised in the Mercury Saturday 6th December 2025
Posted Tuesday, 2 December 2025, 9.00am
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Southern Tasmania Regional Land Use Strategy (STRLUS) Public Consultation
What is STRLUS?
The Southern Tasmania Regional Land Use Strategy (STRLUS) is a plan to manage how land is used and developed in Southern Tasmania over the next 25 years. It helps guide growth and change in the region.
Posted Friday, 21 November 2025, 1.00pm
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Contaminated Coloured Sand
Following recent media in relation to contaminated coloured sand. The following information is provided.
Southern Waste Solutions are accepting small quantities (Larger amounts by arrangement) SWS is accepting the sand free of charge: The sand must be double bagged and tied. prior to taking to their facility at 129 Derwent Park Road, Derwent Park.
Posted Wednesday, 19 November 2025, 9.00am
Waste Management & Garbage Collection
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Local Weather Source: © Australian Bureau of Meteorology
Tue 9 Dec 2025
Max 17°C
Becoming windy. Mostly sunny.
Issued 4.40am, Tue 9 Dec 2025
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