Derwent Valley Gazette

Council slashes $600,000 from its budget

05/03/2026

The Derwent Valley Council has slashed $600,000 from its budget, with the monthly financial report noting the council had operated at a deficit over a number of financial years which has put strain on future plans, projects , employee and contractor payments and operational costs.

First slabs poured at Noble Life New Norfolk

04/03/2026

The first concrete slabs have been poured at Noble Life's over-50s lifestyle resort in New Norfolk.

Michael Gravenall and Chris Stephens (Wilson Homes) with Roger Noble

Bushy Park Show experiences largest attendance in years

02/03/2026

More than 8000 people flocked to the Bushy Park Show, with the event experiencing its largest attendance in years.

Massive three metre Bronze Whaler shark landed at Bridport

01/03/2026

A massive three metre Bronze Whaler Shark was landed at Bridport last week, potentially the first such catch recorded in Tasmania.

Sammy Tilyard with a massive three metre Bronze Whaler shark he caught and released at Bridport

Stewart Rice and Mathew Burns achieve cricket milestones

25/02/2026

Two Derwent Valley cricketers achieved major milestones during the week for their respective clubs.

Fishing - Make sure to respect other anglers

25/02/2026

I've written about fishing etiquette in the past, but it still seems to dominate conversation within angling circles.

Peter Simmons with two great Snapper he caught recently at Tomahawk in NE Tasmania

Double ton for Molesworth player John "Chook" Fowle

23/02/2026

Molesworth Cricket Club’s John (Chook) Fowle has written himself into the record books after smashing a double century in the Division 5 fifty-over game held at Gretna on Sunday.

Miu Tanaka first female to swim from New Norfolk to Bruny

21/02/2026

Taking part in the Derwent River Big Swim series Miu Tanaka officially became the first female to swim from the New Norfolk Bridge to Jetty Beach at Bruny Island - a distance of 58km which was completed in 17 hours, 8 minutes and 1 second.

New Norfolk Distillery's Tarrant Derksen earns Master Rummelier title

24/02/2026

New Norfolk Distillery’s Tarrant Derksen has officially earned the title of Master Rummelier, becoming the first person in Tasmania and the second in Australia to gain the certification.

Last piece of Bridgewater Bridge hoisted into place

28/02/2025

The final segment of the new Bridgewater Bridge was hoisted into position on Thursday, February 27.

Incat's Boyer expansion dead

27/02/2025

A proposal by Tasmanian company Incat to build electric passenger ferries at Boyer in the Derwent Valley has been halted by a changing environment, both locally and in the world market where it wants to sell its product.

Maternity services deal struck with Calvary

26/02/2025

A multi-million-dollar investment by the Federal Government to upgrade Calvary’s equipment aims to avert a maternity services crisis in Hobart.

Maternity services in Hobart will be propped up by the Federal Government.

Too old to die young

24/02/2025

Visitors to Tasmania, and about 3.5 million arrive each year now, come in many different ways: on the ferry or aircraft, with their cars or intent on hiring them here, via motorcycles and on board boats large and small.

Tassie Bound for loads of fun

24/02/2025

It’s been a good season for Tassie Bound Adventure Tours, the Derwent Valley’s top tourist attraction, along with the multiple platypus that play a central role in its visitor appeal.

Tasmanian takes out national dairy innovation award

18/02/2025

A Tasmanian has been named the winner of the 2025 Australian Dairy Conference Innovator Award.

Warmer water brings sharks south

17/02/2025

A COLD change hit the state on Saturday, which was welcomed after a few days of intense heat. Moderate temperatures have been a relief, but it looks set to warm back up by the weekend.

Wet and cool weather fails to dampen spirts at 150th Bushy Park Show

16/02/2025

Bushy Park’s 150th Show proved a great attraction this weekend, despite cool weather and a wet start to the day.

State Lyons recount to be held on Monday 3rd March

14/02/2025

A recount for the state seat of Lyons vacated by Rebecca White will be held on Monday, 3rd March.

Tasmanian named rider of the week at Red Bull Hardline despite setback

11/02/2025

Tasmanian Dan Booker voted "rider of the week” at this year’s Red Bull Hardline event despite a puncture and finishing 22nd.

Tasmanian Dan Booker was voted "Rider of the Week” at this year’s Red Bull Hardline event.

Council slashes $600,000 from its budget

First slabs poured at Noble Life New Norfolk

Bushy Park Show experiences largest attendance in years

Massive three metre Bronze Whaler shark landed at Bridport

Stewart Rice and Mathew Burns achieve cricket milestones

Fishing - Make sure to respect other anglers

Double ton for Molesworth player John "Chook" Fowle

Miu Tanaka first female to swim from New Norfolk to Bruny

New Norfolk Distillery's Tarrant Derksen earns Master Rummelier title

Last piece of Bridgewater Bridge hoisted into place

Incat's Boyer expansion dead

Maternity services deal struck with Calvary

Too old to die young

Tassie Bound for loads of fun

Tasmanian takes out national dairy innovation award

Warmer water brings sharks south

Wet and cool weather fails to dampen spirts at 150th Bushy Park Show

State Lyons recount to be held on Monday 3rd March

Tasmanian named rider of the week at Red Bull Hardline despite setback

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