Big Plans on Show - Macquarie Heads Expansion Project
3 September 2019
Following several years of comprehensive investigation, business planning, statutory planning and liaison with a range of stakeholders (including the State Government), West Coast Council is now poised to implement the Macquarie Heads Expansion Project. View Full Article
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West Coast Council Poised to Deliver ‘Iconic’ Mountain Bike Trails
28 August 2019
West Coast Council last night adopted the West Coast Mountain Bike Trail Strategy (the Strategy), created through a partnership with Dirt Art Pty Ltd and following on from comprehensive research and community and stakeholder engagement and consultation, regarding the emerging Mountain Bike (MTB) opportunity for the State of Tasmania and the West Coast region in particular. View Full Article
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West Coast Council Adopts Comprehensive ‘Liveable Communities’ Plan
28 August 2019
West Coast Council last night adopted the West Coast Liveable Communities Strategy (the Strategy), created through a partnership with KMPG and following comprehensive community and stakeholder engagement and consultation on the issues and opportunities associated with an ageing population. View Full Article
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Creating ‘Liveable Communities’ on the West Coast
9 July 2019
The West Coast Council in partnership with KPMG is pleased to present the draft copy of the new Liveable Communities Strategy, now open for public comment. View Full Article
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Developing a Mountain Bike Industry for the West Coast
9 July 2019
The West Coast Council is pleased to present the draft Mountain Bike Trail Strategy (MTB Trail Strategy) to the community for comment. View Full Article
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Tourism Conference has West Coast Flavour
18 May 2019
The West Coast will be well represented at the 2019 Tasmanian Tourism Conference 'Amazing Tasmanian Experiences' when it kicks off in Launceston next Wednesday, with four sessions at this year’s conference directly related to the West Coast region and community View Full Article
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Strahan Union Steamship Building Lease EOI
5 May 2019
The West Coast Council are pleased to announce that up to three business/community service leases have become available at the Union Steamship Building in Strahan. These leases will operate from the first floor of the building, located on the corner of Harold Street and the Esplanade. View Full Article
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Request for Public Apology
30 April 2019
The West Coast Council, on behalf of the West Coast community, yesterday posted open letters to The Guardian and Screen Australia requesting they immediately withdraw their “documentary” film ‘Where the River Runs Red’. View Full Article
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Community Benefits from Zeehan Swimming Pool Upgrade Project
29 April 2019
The West Coast community has benefited from the completion of the Zeehan Swimming Pool Upgrade Project, following a successful grant from the Tasmanian Community Fund (TCF). View Full Article
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Galley Museum Gains ‘white i’ Tourist Accreditation
29 April 2019
The West Coast Council in partnership with the Galley Museum Committee are happy to announce that the Galley Museum is now a white i information centre. View Full Article
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West Coast Ageing Strategy Community Forum
15 April 2019 (amended: 15 April 2019)
On 10th April 2019, the West Coast Council in partnership with KMPG held a community forum to inform the ongoing construction of the West Coast Aged Care Strategy. View Full Article
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2020 Federal Budget – West Coast Roads
3 April 2019
The West Coast Council welcomes the release of the 2019/2020 Federal Budget and the news that spendings of $25 million have been allotted for Murchison Highway upgrades and $15 million for Lyell Highway upgrades between Queenstown and Strahan. View Full Article
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Ageing Positively on the West Coast Survey Closes
26 March 2019
The Ageing Positively on the West Coast Survey has closed for submissions. View Full Article
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Opportunity for West Coasters to Provide Ideas for the 2019-2020 Annual Plan
13 March 2019
West Coast residents and ratepayers once again have the opportunity to be directly involved in the delivery of projects and infrastructure, with West Coast Council encouraging the public to lodge submissions for consideration as part of their 2019-2020 Annual Plan and Budget deliberations. View Full Article
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Ageing Positively on the West Coast
4 March 2019
The West Coast Council in partnership with KPMG are pleased to announce the creation and launch of their ‘Ageing Positively on the West Coast’ Survey. View Full Article
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Henty Gold Mine Job Losses
1 March 2019
The Advocate today reported the loss of approximately 21 jobs at Henty Gold Mine on the West Coast. View Full Article
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West Coast Aged Care Consultant Appointed
15 February 2019
Following an extensive search to identify a suitable project partner, the West Coast Council has now appointed KPMG to help create the region’s first strategy focused entirely on the challenges and opportunities of an ageing population. View Full Article
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West Coast Brand Hits Number 1
6 January 2019
The West Coast is the talking point of the design world, with the West Coast Brand given the top spot in the BrandNew Annual Review Best of 2018. View Full Article
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2019 Australia Day West Coast Spirit Awards
6 December 2018
Heroes don’t need to wear a cape.
On the West Coast of Tasmania they are ordinary people doing extraordinary things, often quietly and without much fanfare. View Full Article
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West Coast Swimming Pools Open
30 November 2018
Summer is upon us and the 2018/2019 West Coast swimming pool season commences on Saturday 1st December 2018. View Full Article
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Forever West of Centre
18 October 2018
West Coasters, who are we? Dark humor, drama and story-telling are all parts of our make-up. We have a deeprooted stubbornness, and a history of living with a land rich in resources that creates a conflict between mother nature and mankind. View Full Article
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Pioneer Cemeteries to be restored and maintained
24 September 2018
With fascinating inscriptions on decomposing headstones and a slice of West Coast history our Pioneer Cemeteries have been put in the spotlight. View Full Article
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Acting General Manager and Director of Special Projects Appointed
30 August 2018
At the August General Council Meeting Mayor, Phil Vickers informed Councillors, staff and public in attendance that Dirk Dowling has officially stepped down as the General Manager with his final day being the 28 August 2018. As a result of Dirk’s resignation, Eleanor Strang was sworn in and appointed Acting General Manager for the Council in a unanimous decision. View Full Article
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Visitor Information Centre is the booking platform for local travel operator Tassie4Kids
8 August 2018
As part of the wider West Coast Community Plan 2025, the West Coast Visitor Information Centre is excited to announce a partnership with a start-up business, Tassie4Kids, owned and operated by West Coast residents. Council will partner with Tassie4Kids in this exciting new venture by using the West Coast Visitor Information Centre in Strahan as a direct operator booking engine for the Tasmanian travel website. View Full Article
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West Coast Weed Management Group - Official Strategy Launch
10 July 2018
It is with pleasure to announce, that the West Coast Weed Management Group will officially launch their new strategy on Thursday 12 July 2018 at the Zeehan Scout Hall from 12.30pm, the community is invited. View Full Article
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Councillor’s misunderstanding unfortunate
28 June 2018
West Coast Council Mayor Phil Vickers has refuted the claims of West Coast Councillor Matthew Ryan-Sykes that Council was against going plastic free. View Full Article
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Council Invests in West Coast Community
28 June 2018
West Coast Council Mayor Phil Vickers said the passing of Council’s Annual Plan & Budget Estimates for the 2018/19 financial year on Tuesday night will see a significant investment in the community. View Full Article
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Queenstown Town Blitz
12 June 2018
West Coast General Manager Dirk Dowling said Queenstown will be at the centre of a works blitz on Tuesday next week. View Full Article
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Council to release Draft Budget for comment
12 June 2018
West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers has invited West Coast residents to provide feedback into the Draft Annual Plan & Budget Estimates, which will be released on Thursday 14 June prior to adoption at the Council meeting on Tuesday 26 June. View Full Article
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Strahan Airport Feasibility Study Community Meeting
8 June 2018
West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers has invited West Coast residents to hear more about the Strahan Airport Feasibility Study. View Full Article
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Security For Macquarie Heads Campground Permit Holders
7 June 2018
West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers said following a complex, but successful negotiation of a new 10-year Head Lease with the Crown for the existing Macquarie Heads Campground site, Council had resolved to grant existing temporary permit holders a further four-year temporary permit. View Full Article
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Frank Long Memorial Gets A Facelift
7 June 2018
West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers said Zeehan’s Frank Long Memorial had been given a $5000 facelift to improve the important heritage site. View Full Article
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West Coast Visitor Information Centre Recognised
5 June 2018
West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers said the West Coast Visitor Information Centre had recently been awarded a Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor. View Full Article
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Council to take on Queenstown Mountain Bike Gravity Trail
1 June 2018
West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers said Council would be taking control of the proposed Queenstown Mountain Bike (MTB) Gravity Trail from the Parks and Wildlife Service (PWS). View Full Article
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Access to Tullah Pioneer Cemetery to be restored
1 June 2018
West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers said Council would begin construction of a new pathway for public access to the Tullah Pioneer Cemetery in the next few weeks. View Full Article
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West Coast Targets Google Search
24 May 2018
West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers said Council had written a letter to Google to ask it to consider setting up its Australian headquarters on the West Coast. View Full Article
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West Coast Volunteers To Be Recognised
22 May 2018
West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers said Council would be recognising volunteers across the West Coast next week as part of National Volunteer Week. View Full Article
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Projects Important To The Community
17 May 2018
West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers said the West Coast Council was undertaking several important projects that will have long term benefits to the community. View Full Article
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Donation Welcome Support For Zeehan Swimming Pool
15 May 2018
West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers has welcomed the donation of a chemical control system for the Zeehan Swimming Pool worth about $21,700. View Full Article
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Sport and Recreation in Spotlight
4 May 2018
West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers has invited the West Coast Community to provide feedback as part of a Sport and Recreation Review. View Full Article
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New Shared Accommodation Policy Being Questioned
2 May 2018
West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers said Council had been forced to implement detailed operational procedures to adapt to the State Government’s generous new policy regarding shared accommodation. View Full Article
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West Coast Brand On Display
8 April 2018
West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers has encouraged West Coast residents to attend one of five exhibitions to showcase concepts for a new brand for the region. View Full Article
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Consultants Appointed For Strahan Airport Feasibility Study
5 April 2018
West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers today announced the appointment of Deloitte Access Economics to undertake the Strahan Airport Feasibility Study. View Full Article
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Moving Ahead on Macquarie Heads Campground
27 March 2018
West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers said Council last night voted to move forward regarding the future of the Macquarie Heads Campground. View Full Article
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Opportunity for West Coasters to Lodge Budget Items
9 March 2018
West Coast residents and ratepayers once again have the opportunity to be directly involved in the delivery of projects and infrastructure, with West Coast Council encouraging the public to submit items for consideration as part of their 2018-2019 budget deliberations. View Full Article
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School Purchase an Opportunity for West Coast Community
2 March 2018
In a bold move to drive forward economic growth and opportunity on the West Coast, the West Coast Council has purchased the property known as the Old Central School in Queenstown. View Full Article
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If you could tell the world one thing about the West Coast, what would it be?
12 February 2018
This is one of the questions West Coasters will be answering as a comprehensive community engagement program kicks off this week to create a new brand for the West Coast region. View Full Article
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West Coast Australia Day Citizen of the Year 2018
25 January 2018
West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers has announced the recipient of the West Coast Australia Day 2018 Citizen of the Year Award. View Full Article
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West Coast Branding Project
6 December 2017
The creation of a brand which promotes awareness and value for the West Coast region, its products and experiences across all industries is the aim of a new project being jointly managed by the West Coast Council and the local tourism association. View Full Article
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Swimming Pool Weather Policy Changed
29 November 2017
West Coast Swimming Pools will have extended opening hours this season following a move by the West Coast Council General Manager to alter the policy which determines when the Council-operated pools will be open. View Full Article
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West Coast RV Camping
26 November 2017
There has been some concern expressed in recent days regarding new signage at the Queenstown Recreation Ground that indicates no overnight parking. View Full Article
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Macquarie Harbour Waste Discharge
3 November 2017
West Coast Council does not support the discharge of waste from the aquaculture industry into Macquarie Harbour. View Full Article
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Call for State Government Action on Henty Road
1 November 2017
West Coast Council is calling for the State Government to take action over the poor condition of the Henty Road, between Zeehan and Strahan, where large sections are broken and full of pot holes. View Full Article
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Opportunities available at West Coast Swimming Pools
30 October 2017
The roll-out of the West Coast Aquatic Facilities Strategy continues with West Coast Council currently seeking expressions of interest for people to operate a variety of programs and activities at the Rosebery and Queenstown Swimming Pools for the upcoming season. View Full Article
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West Coasters Set for Masters Games
19 October 2017
The West Coast will be well-represented at the Australian Masters Games, to be held across the North West Coast from this Saturday. View Full Article
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West Coast Land Use Planning
18 October 2017
In preparation for the Statewide Planning Scheme conversion process, a West Coast Land Use Planning Strategy has been developed to provide direction for land use within the West Coast municipality, including the suitability of existing zoning. View Full Article
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TasPorts Partnership Delivers New Sign
10 October 2017
A partnership between West Coast Council and TasPorts has resulted in a new information sign being installed in Strahan. View Full Article
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West Coast Education in the Spotlight
3 October 2017
Enhancement of education opportunities on the West Coast is firmly on the agenda following a series of meetings in recent weeks. View Full Article
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Macquarie Heads Expansion Project
3 October 2017
West Coast Council is progressing plans to investigate expansion of the camping ground at Macquarie Heads, outside of Strahan. View Full Article
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West Coast Aquatic Facilities Strategy Adopted
2 October 2017
A comprehensive external review of existing West Coast Council-owned swimming pool facilities has resulted in West Coast Council adopting a new strategy and business plan at its September Council meeting. View Full Article
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Community Development & Events Get New Focus
29 September 2017
West Coast Council has continued its commitment to build partnerships and deliver on the actions adopted in the West Coast Community Plan 2025 with the appointment of Vikki Iwanicki to the role of Community Development and Events Officer. View Full Article
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Draft West Coast Aquatic Facilities Strategy Released
30 August 2017
The draft West Coast Aquatic Facilities Strategy is now available for public comment. The strategy provides options for future provision and management of West Coast swimming pools. View Full Article
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GM Signs New Contract
28 July 2017
West Coast Council will have Dirk Dowling as its leader for a further three years, with the General Manager signing his new contract on Tuesday. View Full Article
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Details of extensive capital works program adopted
26 July 2017
West Coast Council has accepted recommendations for sites across the municipality to benefit from over $5mil of capital works as part of the 2017-2018 budget View Full Article
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Queenstown Cemetery Works
20 July 2017
Visitors to the Queenstown Cemetery will now be able to locate graves more easily following the installation of a new sign. View Full Article
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Granville Tin Project & Other Decisions - June Council Meeting
21 June 2017
The Granville Tin Project (Granville Expansion) has been given the go-ahead from West Coast Council to proceed to Level 2 activities following a decision at the June Council meeting Tuesday night (20 June). View Full Article
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West Coast Aquatic Facilities Strategy
14 June 2017
Council has appointed consultants to prepare an aquatic strategy for the municipality View Full Article
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West Coast Footpath Improvement Program completed
30 May 2017
A footpath improvement program, funded by the West Coast Council and providing casual employment, has been completed on time and on budget. View Full Article
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Gormanston, Camping Ground concerns raised at Council meeting
18 May 2017
West Coast Councillors were faced with a series of questions from the public gallery at its monthly meeting on Tuesday night (16 May). View Full Article
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West Coast Volunteers to be Recognised
24 April 2017
In recognition of the contribution of volunteers across the West Coast, West Coast Council will be hosting an event on Tuesday 9 May as part of National Volunteer Week. View Full Article
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School students learn about Council
30 March 2017
A group of Queenstown primary school students have spent time learning about the role of Council within their community. View Full Article
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March Council Meeting Decisions
23 March 2017
West Coast Councillors unanimously agreed to postpone making a decision regarding the future operations of the Macquarie Heads Camping Ground at its monthly meeting this week (21 March), following the acceptance of a procedural motion from Mayor Phil Vickers. View Full Article
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West Coasters encouraged to submit budget items
6 March 2017
West Coast residents and ratepayers have the opportunity to be directly involved in the delivery of projects and infrastructure, with West Coast Council encouraging the public to submit items for consideration as part of their 2017-2018 budget deliberations. View Full Article
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New Speed Limit to Reduce Concerns
2 March 2017
A reduced speed limit has been introduced in Strahan following lobbying by West Coast Council on behalf of concerned residents. View Full Article
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Cruise ship passengers go extra mile to see Tasmania
28 February 2017
Cruise ship passengers docked in Hobart yesterday (27 February) have managed to experience more of Tasmania thanks to an innovative partnership between the West Coast Wilderness Railway and Par Avion. View Full Article
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Rosebery Dump Point Open for Use
21 February 2017
Recreational vehicle users now have an additional location on the West Coast to remove grey water following the installation of a dump point in Rosebery. View Full Article
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West Coast Australia Day Award Recipients
26 January 2017
West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers has announced the recipients of the West Coast Australia Day 2017 Awards. View Full Article
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Council to add voice to cointainer deposit scheme
19 January 2017
West Coast Council has carried a motion to provide in principle support to the establishment of a container deposit scheme in Tasmania. View Full Article
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Council positive after meeting with Infrastructure Minister
12 January 2017
A recent meeting between Minister for Infrastructure Rene Hidding and West Coast Council representatives was positive and productive West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers says. View Full Article
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Busy West Coast Council meeting to finish off 2016
15 December 2016
West Coast Council elected members have unanimously accepted the 2015-2016 Annual Report at its Annual General Meeting on Tuesday night. View Full Article
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West Coast Disaster Information Guide
24 November 2016
West Coast households will soon receive an important piece of information in their mailbox. View Full Article
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Strahan Helicopters - an experience not to be missed
23 November 2016
West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers has described viewing the West Coast from the air as ‘unbelievable’. View Full Article
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November Council Meeting
17 November 2016
Council will continue to work with local basketball associations to ensure appropriate equipment is installed at the Queenstown Sports Stadium. View Full Article
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Major Capital Works Projects Get Approval
19 October 2016
Two major projects were given the tick of approval by West Coast Council at its meeting on 18 October. View Full Article
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Queenstown Rec Ground Temporarily Closed
18 October 2016
Major demolition works will result in the Queenstown Recreation Ground being closed to the public from next week. View Full Article
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Zeehan meeting aims to set bushfire planning in motion
17 October 2016
Zeehan residents are encouraged to attend a community meeting focusing on bushfire safety. View Full Article
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Footpath Program to boost West Coast employment
7 October 2016
A footpath improvement program funded by the West Coast Council will provide a much-needed boost to employment in the region. View Full Article
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Australia Day Award Nominations Open
5 October 2016
Nominations are now open for the West Coast Australia Day Awards, to be presented by West Coast Council as part of Australia Day 2017 celebrations. View Full Article
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Granville Harbour meeting successful
22 September 2016
A community meeting at Granville Harbour on Tuesday was successful West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers said. View Full Article
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West Coast Swimming Pool Operations to Change
21 September 2016
The West Coast Council has reviewed its swimming pool operations and will open the three pools, located in Zeehan, Rosebery and Queenstown, under a new system for the upcoming 2016-2017 season. View Full Article
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Bus Shelters Cleaned Up
19 September 2016
Dilapidated bus shelters have been removed in Zeehan as part of West Coast Council’s capital works program. View Full Article
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Granville Harbour Community Meeting
13 September 2016
West Coast Council will facilitate a meeting at Granville Harbour next week to discuss a variety of matters affecting the small coastal community. View Full Article
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New process for tenders & budget alteration approved
5 September 2016
West Coast Council has adopted a revised Code for Tenders and Contracts which will not only meet current legislative requirements but also provide a fair avenue for West Coast-based companies to conduct business with Council. View Full Article
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West welcomes new manager
5 September 2016
West Coast Council has welcomed Brad Perera to the role of Works and Operations Manager. View Full Article
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Partnerships add to Rosebery Plaza
24 August 2016
Partnership with two major businesses has resulted in additional seating at the Rosebery Plaza. View Full Article
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Council to be proactive on river bank concerns
1 August 2016
The West Coast Council has invited representatives from Crown Land Services to meet with staff in Queenstown to discuss a number of matters, including an action plan for deteriorating river banks. View Full Article
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Location of Rosebery Agency announced
1 August 2016
West Coast Council has confirmed that its Rosebery agency will now be located at Rosebery District High School. View Full Article
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West Coast can't be missed thanks to Council promotion
25 July 2016
The West Coast will be on show across Tasmania courtesy of a dynamic montage of images on the West Coast Council General Manager’s vehicle. View Full Article
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Council calls for Economic Development Advisory Committee members
22 July 2016
Individuals with key West Coast interests and economic development and business experience are invited to submit an expression of interest to join the West Coast Council Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC). View Full Article
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West Coast Adopts Annual Plan
21 July 2016
West Coast Council by majority adopted their Annual Plan and Budget Estimates for 2016-2017 at their monthly meeting on Tuesday night View Full Article
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West Coast to consider $2.9mil Capital Works Program
14 July 2016
West Coast Council has released their Annual Plan and Budget Estimates for 2016-2017 ahead of a meeting next week where Councillors will vote to adopt the document. View Full Article
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Council advertises for agency services in Rosebery
8 July 2016
West Coast Council has commenced advertising for the operation of a Council Agency in Rosebery. View Full Article
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Discussions continue on Rosebery Post Office move
30 June 2016
West Coast Council has met with Australia Post representatives and will continue to lobby against the planned closure of the Rosebery Post Office. View Full Article
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Impact of Health Cuts hits West Coast
28 June 2016
Loss of health services to the West Coast as a result of funding cuts is outrageous and should never happen West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers has said. View Full Article
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Nil rates rise, code of conduct adopted by Council
28 June 2016
A zero percent general rate rise was adopted by West Coast Council at its June meeting last week. View Full Article
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West Coast set for rates relief
17 June 2016
West Coast Council will meet on Tuesday night to consider a 0% general rate rise for 2016-2017. View Full Article
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Council to lobby for Rosebery Post Office
16 June 2016
Over 100 people attended a public meeting last night (Wednesday 15 June) in Rosebery to voice their concerns regarding the relocation of the Rosebery Post Office to the IGA Supermarket. View Full Article
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NBN announcement a game-changer
16 June 2016
The decision by both major political parties to provide an improved mix of NBN technologies to the West Coast will be a game-changer for the region. View Full Article
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Rosebery Post Office Closure Shock
14 June 2016
West Coast Council was shocked to learn of the impending closure of the Rosebery Post Office. View Full Article
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NBN Critical for West Coast Education
31 May 2016
Reliable, high-speed NBN connection is critical for the continued delivery of education opportunities on the West Coast. View Full Article
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West Coast Visitor Information Centre earns 2016 Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence
30 May 2016
West Coast Council today announced that the West Coast Visitor Information Centre in Strahan has received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence. View Full Article
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Bushfire Mitigation Planning Underway for Zeehan
30 May 2016
West Coast Council has welcomed work by the Tasmania Fire Service to develop a Community Bushfire Mitigation Plan for Zeehan. View Full Article
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Unpaid Rates Auction a success
27 May 2016
An auction of properties by West Coast Council has been a success according to West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers. View Full Article
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Cloud Seeding, Transport Concern for West Coast Councillors
19 May 2016
Community apprehension regarding cloud seeding was discussed by West Coast Council at its monthly meeting Tuesday (17 May 2016). Several Councillors raised concern that Hydro Tasmania were yet to fully engage with West Coast residents regarding cloud seeding operations in the region. View Full Article
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West Coasters Encouraged to Submit Budget Ideas
10 May 2016
West Coast residents and ratepayers are being encouraged to submit items for consideration by West Coast Council as part of their 2016-2017 budget deliberations. View Full Article
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Footpath Program Completed
2 May 2016
The West Coast Council’s Footpath Improvement Program for 2015-2016 has been completed on schedule. View Full Article
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West Coast to decide on pokies stance
20 April 2016
West Coast Councillors will discuss their position regarding poker machines at a workshop before making a decision at a future Council meeting on whether this is actually an issue for a local government authority or not. View Full Article
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Historic Football Ground to Get More Changes
13 April 2016
Works at the historic Queenstown Recreation Ground have generated community discussion, with West Coast Council working with local community organisations to ensure the facility continues to be a hub for community activities. View Full Article
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Community Engagement on Cloud Seeding
6 April 2016
West Coast Council has welcomed Hydro Tasmania’s commitment to engage with the people of the West Coast to better explain its cloud-seeding processes and the science behind the program. View Full Article
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West Coast Transport Services
1 April 2016
West Coast Council has welcomed the commencement of a bus service to Burnie, however concerns have been raised regarding the lack of consultation with the Council and the community. View Full Article
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West Coast Council establishes new committee
16 March 2016
The West Coast is a step closer to implementing further outcomes from the West Coast Community Plan 2025 following a resolution from West Coast Council to establish an Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC). View Full Article
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West Coast Dudded
15 March 2016
It has been confirmed that the West Coast has been ripped off in the Federal Government’s NBN rollout to the region. View Full Article
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West Coast Council not giving up the NBN fight
9 March 2016
West Coast Council will follow-up this week with Braddon MP Brett Whiteley regarding a meeting with stakeholders regarding the NBN rollout for the region. View Full Article
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West Coast Council to commence bridge works
4 March 2016
Queenstown residents will see changes to bridges in King Street and Robertson Street with Council set to commence works scheduled in its 2015-2016 Capital Works budget. View Full Article
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Public Forum to hash out NBN issues
23 February 2016
The West Coast Council will facilitate a public forum to provide the community and stakeholders a chance to openly discuss the proposed satellite-only NBN technology the region will receive. View Full Article
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West Coast Annual Clean-Up
23 February 2016
The West Coast Council will be conducting its annual clean-up on Tuesday 8 and Wednesday 9 March with an extended list of items able to be collected as part of the initiative this year. View Full Article
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West Coast continues research for NBN solution
22 February 2016
The West Coast Council is continuing its efforts to find a solution to the satellite-only NBN technology it is set to receive. View Full Article
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Cabinet Meeting Builds West Coast Partnerships
17 February 2016
Stronger partnerships between the State Government and the West Coast Council was a key outcome following a meeting of Cabinet in Strahan yesterday Tuesday 15 February. View Full Article
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February Council Meeting Update
17 February 2016
An overview of decisions made at the February meeting of West Coast Council View Full Article
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West Coast Australia Day 2016 Award Recipients
26 January 2016
West Coast Mayor Phil Vickers has announced recipients of the West Coast Australia Day 2016 Awards. View Full Article
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Footpath Improvement Program Commences
21 December 2015
Replacement of a section of footpath in Main Street, Zeehan will commence on 4 January 2016. View Full Article
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Rosebery Plaza Works Complete
17 December 2015
A commitment by West Coast Council for the Rosebery Plaza to be a functional open space has been met, with the popular area reopened to the public this afternoon View Full Article
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Council role in West Coast projects clarified
17 December 2015
With an increase in community queries, West Coast Council has clarified its involvement in projects identified by the West Coast Economic Working Group. View Full Article
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Applications Generate Discussion Regarding Assistance
16 December 2015
The 2014-2015 Annual Report was adopted and a new tourism venture approved however it was several requests for financial and in-kind assistance which drew the most discussion at the monthly meeting of the West Coast Council last night (Tuesday 15 December). View Full Article
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Council's building an even stronger partnership
15 December 2015
The West Coast and Burnie City Councils have upgraded their formal resource sharing arrangement. View Full Article
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Footpath Works to Remove Hazard
9 December 2015
A section of footpath in Main Street, Zeehan will be closed to pedestrians to enable repair works to be undertaken. View Full Article
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Defibrillator provides security to shack owners
8 December 2015
The placement of a defibrillator at Pieman Heads will provide shack owners and campers some security that should someone in their isolated community suffer cardiac arrest, assistance is available until emergency services arrive. View Full Article
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Council calls for vandalism help
24 November 2015
The West Coast Council is calling on the community to help catch vandals. View Full Article
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West Coast to rally and continue moves forward despite mine announcement
19 November 2015
The West Coast Council will continue its plans to strengthen the region, despite yesterday’s announcement that low metal prices will further delay the reopening of the Mt. Lyell mine in Queenstown. View Full Article
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West Coast Council joins Movember campaign
4 November 2015
A team of West Coast Council staff and councillors have joined forces to raise the awareness of men’s health via the Movember campaign. View Full Article
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Australia Day Awards Nominations Open
27 October 2015
Nominations are now open for the West Coast Australia Day Awards, to be presented by the West Coast Council as part of Australia Day 2016 celebrations. View Full Article
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Vision for West Coast adopted – Economic Development Coordinator to get ball rolling
20 October 2015
The West Coast Council has adopted a ten-year vision for the region at its meeting tonight.
The West Coast Community Plan 2025 is the culmination of a successful community engagement program and extensive analysis of data and will now provide the foundation to help guide policies, strategies and actions relating to the West Coast. View Full Article
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West Coast NBN Campaign Gathers Speed
9 October 2015
Unlike the proposed NBN satellite service, speed is gathering on the West Coast for a change in the type of NBN to be delivered to the region. View Full Article
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Four Councils to Partner on 25 Year Community Plan
21 September 2015
Circular Head, King Island, Waratah-Wynyard and West Coast Councils have invited submissions from consultants to undertake a joint 25 year community plan for the Murchison region. View Full Article
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September Council Meeting News
16 September 2015
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Council Workers Protect Plover Nest
14 September 2015
West Coast Council employees completing works at the Strahan Airport became wildlife rescuers recently.
The employees were undertaking maintenance work involving the removal of moss from the sides of the runway and noticed directly next to the runway a birds nest containing four eggs. View Full Article
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Council to workshop financial assistance policy
9 September 2015
West Coast Council is hosting a workshop to explain its new Financial & In-Kind Assistance Policy & Guidelines. View Full Article
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Fujian Arts Workshops a Success
3 September 2015
A community arts program aiming to exchange the arts and culture between the West Coast and the Fujian province in China has been a success. View Full Article
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Memorial Hall floor gets a lift
3 September 2015
Works on a section of the flooring at the Queenstown Memorial Hall have been completed ahead of schedule, Mayor Phil Vickers said when visiting the facility today. View Full Article
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Stadium Receives Defibrillator
25 August 2015
West Coast Council has installed a defibrillator at its sports stadium in Queenstown, adding to the three already installed around the region by Council last year. View Full Article
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Upgrade of Unsealed Roads in Council sights
19 August 2015
Unsealed roads on the West Coast may be upgraded should a request for proposed works be approved under the Roads to Recovery Program. View Full Article
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Air Force Cadet Possibility for West Coast
12 August 2015
The West Coast could become home to an Australian Air Force Cadets Squadron if plans by the Air Force progress. View Full Article
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Council Focused on Minimising Revaluation Impact
19 June 2015
West Coast Council has approved a minimum two percent rate rise for 2015-2016, after working intensively to minimise the impact of a municipality-wide government property revaluation on ratepayers. View Full Article
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Last Chance to Have Your Say - West Coast 2025
15 June 2015
West Coast Council is urging people to return their West Coast 2025 surveys this week in order for their feedback to be included in the analysis of data collated during the recent community engagement process. View Full Article
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West Coast Engagement Period Closing
3 June 2015
There is less than two weeks left for West Coasters to have their say as the West Coast Community Plan 2025 project engagement period draws to a close. View Full Article
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West Coast Crisis Service continues with Anglicare
29 May 2015
A local crisis accommodation service funded by Department of Health and Human Services and established by the West Coast Council more than twenty years ago is being transferred to Anglicare Tasmania. View Full Article
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West Coasters Connecting with Community Services
20 May 2015
A concerted effort by West Coast Council to bring service providers together for community members to visit continues to be a success. View Full Article
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West Coast Community Engagement in Full Swing
20 May 2015
West Coast Council’s ambitious project to actively engage with the community is in full swing, with eleven percent of the West Coast population already completing surveys – before the direct mail out to households is completed. View Full Article
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Granville & Trial Communities Kick-off Engagement
4 May 2015
The small coastal communities of Trial Harbour and Granville Harbour were first cab off the rank as the West Coast Council kicked off its community engagement project – the West Coast Community Plan 2025 – on Saturday. View Full Article
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Time for Community Voices to be Heard
30 April 2015
The first of twelve community engagement sessions for the West Coast kicks off this weekend at Granville Harbour and Trial Harbour View Full Article
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Over 100 Surveys Completed Within 24hrs for West Coast Vision
15 April 2015
Over 100 surveys have been completed within the first 24hrs of the West Community Plan 2025 website going live. Residents are eager to have their say and work together to create a vision for their community for the next decade. View Full Article
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Aquaculture Hub showcased to Council
30 March 2015
West Coast Councillors, along with several Council staff, recently enjoyed a tour of the Tassal Fish Farm sites on Macquarie Harbour. View Full Article
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Historical Football Ground to get facelift
13 March 2015
Queenstown’s famous “gravel” oval is set to get a facelift with works to remove the bike track commencing next week. View Full Article
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Strahan Footpath Improvement Program
12 March 2015
Two weeks into the Strahan Footpath Improvement Program and work is progressing well, despite some inclement weather conditions. View Full Article
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Queenstown Airport Hosts RYDA Event
12 March 2015
West Coast youth participated in a driver awareness program at the Queenstown Airport on 11th March. View Full Article
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West Coast Council Goes Underground
2 March 2015
MMG Mine recently hosted West Coast Councillors and members of the Council Senior Leadership Team at their mine site in Rosebery. View Full Article
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Queenstown Airport to double as event site
27 February 2015 (amended: 27 February 2015)
The West Coast Council is moving forward with plans to expand the use of the Queenstown Airport. View Full Article
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2015 Australia Day Award for Citizenship
27 January 2015 (amended: 27 January 2015)
The West Coast Council 2015 Australia Day Award for Citizenship has been awarded to Mr Bern Bradshaw. View Full Article
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Growth in Cradle Coast Visitors
16 December 2014
The Cradle Coast Authority's tourism team says that a 9% growth in visitor numbers is a greater reward for their works than twice winning the Tasmanian Tourism Awards for Destination Marketing. View Full Article
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New Council, New General Manager, New Energy
20 November 2014
The Mayor of West Coast Council, Councillor Phil Vickers today confirmed that Mr Dirk Dowling will be appointed as the new General Manager of the Council. View Full Article
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Conclusion of Mine Assistance Program
4 June 2014 (amended: 4 June 2014)
West Coast Mayor Robyn Gerrity announced today that the Mines Assistance Program coordinated by the Council was nearing conclusion. View Full Article
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