The Office of Local Government is now part of the Department of Justice.
Our new email and postal contact details are below. Please use our new details and update your address books accordingly. Our phone numbers remain the same.
Postal address
Office of Local Government
GPO Box 825
Hobart TAS 7001
General inbox
localgovernment@justice.tas.gov.au
Code of conduct inbox
lgconduct@justice.tas.gov.au
Consultation inbox
lg.consultation@justice.tas.gov.au
Guidance and information
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About the Office of Local GovernmentWe work to ensure councils are well governed, responsive, sustainable and act in the best interest of their communities.
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Improving the local government systemThe system of local government in Tasmania is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure it remains modern, fair and effective.
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Upholding the rules and supporting the sectorWe support and enable councils to meet their legal obligations through guidance and education.
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Reviews, reports and guidesGuidance material for councillors and council staff, as well as an archive of local government reports and reviews.
Areas of interest
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Dog controlFind out about responsible dog ownership, microchipping, desexing, restricted breeds and dangerous dogs. -
Burial and cremationManagement of cemeteries, crematoriums and regulated businesses, as well as the Tasmanian cemetery register. -
Collaborating with the sectorDetails about the Premier's Local Government Council, the Minister’s Local Government Forum and the consultation agreement.
About councils in Tasmania
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Tasmanian council directoryWebsite details for Tasmanian councils and leading local government associations and bodies.
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Council performance and dashboardWe collect and publish performance information to improve the transparency and accountability of Tasmanian councils.
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How councils workThis guide explains how councils in Tasmania work, outlining who does what, how decisions are made and how you can get involved.
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Information about ratesCouncil rates help fund a wide range of services and infrastructure in your local community.