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View and pay your rates online, and read about the services your rates income provides.

Fees & Budget

View the draft Annual Plan and Budget, with proposed fees and charges and waste service changes.

Waste & Recycling

Rubbish and recycling collection, reduce - reuse initiatives, Waste Management Centre and Tipshop

Council Meetings

Find meeting dates, agendas and minutes. Submit a public question or view the live stream.

Parking in Burnie

View infringement images, pay parking fines, plus find car park fees and operating hours.

Dog Registration

Registration information: fees, lifetime dog tags, kennel license, and updating details.

Projects and Tenders

Take a look at some of the key projects and works, plus the tenders advertised.

Careers

Find out what vacancies are currently available and how to apply.

Land Use and Development Permits

Planning permit applications currently open for community consideration and comment.

News

Burnie LGBTIQA+ Advisory Group

Published on 03 July 2025

Do you live, work or study in Burnie?

Are you an LGBTIQA+ community member, and want to help Burnie City Council (BCC) be more inclusive for LGBTIQA+ people?

Yes?

Expressions of Interest are now open for those interested in joining the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ+) Advisory Group.

Rates and Charges 2025-26

Published on 03 July 2025

Notice is hereby given that the Council made its rates resolution for the 2025-2026 financial year at its meeting held on Tuesday 24 June 2025.

Update your dog's address before registration renewals

Published on 25 June 2025

Has your dog moved home in Burnie in the past year? If so, please notify Council of your furry friend’s new address.

Annual Plan and Budget Estimates 2025-26

Published on 19 June 2025

In 2025-26, Burnie City Council will deliver a balanced budget to continue with progressing the city towards Making a Better Burnie 2044.

Waste and Recovery Service Details

Published on 19 June 2025

By collaborating across the region and transitioning to a 3-bin fortnightly collection within an optimised service zone, we can better manage costs, protect our environment, and make the most of our resources now and into the future.

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.
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Events

Unfolding projects: while we are waiting

03 July 2025

A collection of writings from women in Afghanistan throughout 2022 and the visual responses from women artists in Australia, in the form of artists’ books.

Reflexions 78th Dance Graduation

04 July 2025

It’s a weekend of creativity, talent, and community – come along and be a part of it!

Book Market : Burnie Emu Bay Lions Club

05 July 2025

Huge range of 2nd hand books of all kind, jigsaw puzzles, children's books, fictional books and more!

Burnie City Market

05 July 2025

The Burnie City Market is held the first and third Saturday of each month in the plaza behind the Marine Terrace Multistorey Carpark.

Virtual Bonorong Wildlife Rescue Training

05 July 2025

If you're interested in being a Wildlife Rescuer in your spare time, then you're invited to our free Wildlife Rescuer Training.

Realm of Gaming Burnie Community Board Games Event

05 July 2025

Come join us for a fun-filled afternoon of board games at Realm of Gaming Burnie! Whether you're a seasoned strategist or a casual player, there's something for everyone. Bring along your favourite board games to share, or feel free to try out the club's collection of games. It's a great way to meet new people, enjoy some friendly competition, and have a blast with fellow board game enthusiasts.
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Waste Service Changes

Working together as a region to reduce organics from landfill and optimise service delivery

draft Annual Plan & Budget Estimates 2025-26

In 2025-26, Burnie City Council will deliver a balanced budget.

Tasmanian State Election

Early voting and polling places for the Tasmanian State Election on 19 July.

Community Recognition Awards

Burnie celebrated its 2025 Community Recognition Awards in May, honouring local changemakers.

Let's Get Ready to FOGO

Burnie is set to begin our FOGO journey in September as part of the North West RRR alliance.

Available Grant Opportunities

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

Change of Dog Details

Do you have a new dog or has your dog moved home in Burnie in the past year?

School Holiday Activities

School Holiday Activities for young people 7 to 18 July

Policies

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

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

Burnie Cruise Visit Dates

Tasports Schedule for Cruise ships in Burnie Port

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