Glenorchy City Council held its Ordinary Council Meeting on Monday, 28 September 2026.
There were no apologies.
Announcements by the Chair
The Mayor provided information about the upcoming local government election ahead of ballot papers being sent from 5 October, with voting to close at 2 pm on 27 October 2026. The Glenorchy War Memorial Pool will reopen on 1 October, with free entry across the opening weekend and Council matching gold coin donations to support local children’s swimming lessons. Since starting full-time operations on 1 July, the Youth Hub has welcomed 2,775 young people to daytime programs and facilitated 33 referrals and service connections.
Policy Updates: Public Open Space Contribution Policy and Enforcement Policy
Council adopted the revised Public Open Space Contribution Policy following its four-year review. The updated policy simplifies and modernises the language prescribing Council’s requirements for public open space contributions during subdivisions, including how cash-in-lieu contributions are calculated and valued.
Council also adopted the revised Enforcement Policy following its four-year review. The policy provides a clearer framework for how Council assesses, prioritises and responds to compliance matters, ranging from education and voluntary compliance through to infringement notices and prosecution.
Financial Performance Report to 31 August 2026
Council noted an operating result $194,000 favourable to budget. Capital works expenditure was $1.94 million, while the Glenorchy War Memorial Pool was approximately 99 per cent complete and remained largely on track to open on 1 October 2026.
Policy Update: Grievances Involving the Chief Executive Officer
Council adopted the updated Grievances Involving the Chief Executive Officer Policy. The changes are administrative and include replacing references to the General Manager with Chief Executive Officer, with no substantive change to the policy’s intent or requirements.
Northern Suburbs Rapid Bus Project Engagement Submission
Council endorsed the Greater Hobart Councils Partnership submission supporting a rapid bus route between Claremont and Hobart in principle, subject to clearer funding, engagement, governance and delivery arrangements. The proposed route includes 12 accessible stations and services every 10 minutes during peak periods, while the early estimated cost for the northern route is approximately $315 million.
You can view the full agenda and minutes on Council’s website:
https://www.gcc.tas.gov.au/council/council-meetings/minutes-and-agendas
