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Parking in Burnie

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Dog Registration

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Projects and Tenders

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Careers

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Land Use and Development Permits

Planning permit applications currently open for community consideration and comment.

News

Community Recognition Awards 2025 - Winners

Published on 29 May 2025

Burnie celebrated its 2025 Community Recognition Awards, honouring local changemakers. Winners included Judy Huett, Ant Dry, Carmen Guard, Alyssia Kennedy, and Rally Tasmania.

Their contributions span advocacy, volunteering, youth empowerment, and community events—showcasing the heart and spirit of Burnie.

Her Excellency, the Governor-General of Australia

Published on 28 May 2025

Yesterday Her Excellency the Honourable Sam Mostyn AC, the Governor-General of Australia, paid a visit to our beautiful city by the sea.

Rabbit Control Program

Published on 21 May 2025

The Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania is conducting a baiting program for the rabbits on council owned land at Cooee Point and a section of the Coastal Pathway at Cooee.

Tasmanian Legislative Council Elections

Published on 19 May 2025

Periodic elections are currently underway for the Legislative Council divisions of Montgomery, Nelson and Pembroke.

Residents living in the Montgomery area east of Shorewell Creek and south of Hillcrest and South Burnie, including Brooklyn, Romaine, Emu Heights and Havenview are required to vote. Remember, voting in the Legislative Council elections is compulsory.

Community Recognition Awards

Published on 15 May 2025

It is time to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of individuals and organisations, that have made a significant impact on their local Burnie communities, be it through volunteer work, events, exceptional achievements, or outstanding service.

Nominations are now closed. The awarded recipients will be celebrated at the Recognition Event, held at Burnie Arts on Wednesday 28 May, 2025.

Burnie Bicentenary Committee - Expressions of Interest

Published on 15 May 2025

In 2027, Burnie will proudly commemorate the 200th anniversary of our vibrant city by the sea.

To help shape this significant milestone, Burnie City Council is inviting expressions of interest from community members who would like to be part of the Burnie Bicentenary Committee.
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Events

National Reconciliation Week 2025

29 May 2025

Honouring Culture, Connection, and Community

Reclink Burnie Moves

30 May 2025

An all inclusive, all abilities friendly, FREE sport, recreation and social activities for the Burnie Community

EdConnect - “Trauma Informed” workshop

30 May 2025

The workshop will provide an insight into trauma and how it may present in young people and share strategies to help provide support.

Unfolding Projects Exhibition Opening

30 May 2025

Join Burnie Regional Art Gallery in celebrating the opening of Unfolding projects: while we are waiting at the Gallery’s temporary pop-up exhibition space ‘The Bridge’.

The Red Kellys

30 May 2025

The Red Kellys are an alternative pop cover band who have been captivating audiences for 15 years across Tasmania. With their dynamic performances and a playlist full of crowd-pleasing hits, they always get the party started.

Unfolding Projects Artist Floor Talk

31 May 2025

Floor talk with Unfolding projects: while we are waiting artist and project lead Gali Weiss.
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Burnie Bicentenary Committee

Are you passionate about Burnie and have ideas to help mark this special anniversary?

Let's Get Ready to FOGO

Burnie City Council is becoming part of the North West Resource Recovery and Recycling alliance.

Available Grant Opportunities

Discover a range of different Grant Opportunities - local, state and national.

Policies

Council's views and guidelines to support the vision for Burnie.

Cooee Point Reserve

Apply online for a free camping permit to stay overnight in your self-contained vehicle (RV)

Burnie Cruise Visit Dates

Tasports Schedule for Cruise ships in Burnie Port

Burnie City Centre Urban Plan

The City Centre Urban Plan is for a vibrant and engaging place to work, live, shop and socialise.

Annual Reports

A summary Council's yearly performance to planned objectives. Presented at the December AGM.

Infringements

View images of your infringement, and pay your parking fine or notice online.

Burnie Gift Cards

Give someone a huge gift choice everything from lunch to clothing at local participating businesses.

Making a Better Burnie 2044

Making a Better Burnie 2044 is now the long-term vision of Burnie City Council

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