Glenorchy City Council held its Ordinary Council Meeting on Monday, 30 March 2026.
Highlights from the meeting include:
Announcements by the Chair
The Mayor provided updates on a range of matters. Updates included progress at the Glenorchy War Memorial Pool, which is now more than 60 per cent complete, ongoing city amenity initiatives such as the Clean Team and free graffiti removal support, improvements along Moonah Main Road, the near completion of a new mural at the Tasmanian Transport Museum, progress toward opening the Youth Hub after‑school program in April, recent housing approvals at Austins Ferry, upcoming community voting on the Tolosa Park playground design, the reopening of Apex Park, and reminders about Community and Volunteer Awards nominations, major events, ANZAC Day and Easter opening hours.
LGBTIQA+ Inclusion
Council endorsed a Statement of Commitment to LGBTIQA+ Inclusion and noted the associated draft five-year Action Plan, which was informed by extensive community consultation and a codesign approach. The statement of commitment and action plan will guide Council’s approach to inclusive practice, advocacy and partnerships across the municipality.
ICT Security Policy
Council adopted an updated ICT Security Policy following a scheduled review, strengthening governance clarity and ensuring alignment with contemporary information and cyber security principles.
Financial Performance Report to 28 February 2026
Council received and noted the Financial Performance Report to 28 February 2026, which reported a favourable operating position and continued progress across the capital works program, including the Glenorchy War Memorial Pool upgrade.
Complaints Management Policy
Council adopted a revised Complaints Management Policy to align with updated child safety obligations and strengthen Council’s complaint handling and safeguarding framework.
Service Level Manuals
Council adopted updated Service Level Manuals establishing minimum standards for the delivery of maintenance and operational services across Council owned and Council maintained infrastructure and assets.
Australian Electoral Commission Proposed Redistribution
Council endorsed its position and submission opposing the proposed transfer of Glenorchy from the Division of Clark to the Division of Lyons and supported alternative boundary options that better reflect communities of interest and metropolitan travel patterns.
Local Government Association of Tasmania General Meeting Motions
Council endorsed its voting positions for the Local Government Association of Tasmania General Meeting. Council resolved not to support a motion proposing changes to local government’s role in delivering immunisation programs and instead resolved to propose an alternative motion seeking reimbursement for immunisation programs delivered by councils. Council also resolved to support a motion calling for Tasmanian councils to cease using second‑generation rodenticides.
You can view the full agenda and minutes on Council’s website by clicking the link below:
https://www.gcc.tas.gov.au/council/council-meetings/minutes-and-agendas/