Derwent Valley Gazette

Antibiotic residue has been detected in water samples, sediment and eels from the Derwent River

06/07/2026

A report submitted to the Tasmanian Environment Protection Authority(EPA) has stated that Antibiotic residue has been detected in water samples, sediment and Eels from the Derwent River below Huon Aquaculture's "Meadowbank" Atlantic Salmon Hatchery.

Fishing - Preparation for next fishing season underway

01/07/2026

The Inland Fisheries Service of Tasmania has been busy stocking waters with both Brown and Rainbow Trout in preparation for the start of the 2026-27 Tasmanian brown trout fishing season on Saturday, August 1.

Nate Hepburn with a solid Brown Trout he caught from Lake Crescent last season.

Renovations continue on the Ladies Cottage and Nurses Quarters at Willow Court

29/06/2026

Early this morning (Monday), work began to connect essential services such as electricity, water, sewage, and drainage to both the Ladies Cottage and Nurses Quarters in Willow Court at New Norfolk.

Man charged over damage to Tynwald park

24/06/2026

A 20-year-old Bridgewater man has been charged with multiple offences, including damage to Tynwald Park Oval in New Norfolk last weekend.

Bike rider critical after collision with bus in Derwent Terrace

23/06/2026

Emergency Services and Tasmania Police attended a serious crash between a bus and a motorised pushbike in Derwent Terrace at New Norfolk last night.

Hoons vandalise Tynwald Park

21/06/2026

Hoons have damaged Tynwald Park oval in New Norfolk after a late night skid session on Saturday, forcing the New Norfolk Junior Football Club to divert Sunday morning games to Boyer Oval.

Perri King starring for Tasmanian VFLW side

17/06/2026

Perri King is kicking goals this season with the Tasmanian Devils VFL women's football side after another strong performance on the field in the game against Darebin at UTAS Stadium in Launceston on Saturday.

Dark NorFo lights up New Norfolk

07/06/2026

Circle Street in New Norfolk was the hype of activity on Saturday night with inaugural hosting of Dark NorFo.

Bridge demolition clears way for return of New Norfolk Regatta

19/06/2026

The way has been officially cleared for the return of the New Norfolk Regatta in 2027, with the completion of the demolition of the old Bridgewater Bridge.

Steamers lined up at the jetty for the 1910 New Norfolk Regatta

Derwent Valley Council's finances back in surplus

20/04/2026

The Derwent Valley Council is expected to be "back in the black" financially and approximately $1.23 million better off for this current financial year.

Fishing - $25k trout still swimming in waters

15/04/2026

Cold, wet and windy conditions shut down fishing plans for most anglers last weekend, with various salt and freshwater competitions cancelled due to safety concerns.

Conna George with the big 5kg buck male brown trout he caught and released last weekend.

Derwent Valley Festival on this weekend

08/04/2026

Big fish keep coming

06/04/2026

The 2026 Tasmanian Broadbill Swordfish Championships concluded on Saturday after a week of competitive fishing.

250 kids take part in annual Easter Egg Hunt

06/04/2026

Easter celebrations in the Derwent Valley kicked off at Arthur's Square in High Street New Norfolk early on Saturday morning, with the biggest turn out on record seeing over 250 "egg‑cited" kids for the annual children's Easter egg hunt.

Central Highlands residents unhappy with Telstra upgrades

05/04/2026

Central Highlands residents and visitors say they are still waiting for adequate mobile phone service despite a Telstra upgrade to 4G in early February.

Willow Court hosting Open The Door exhibition

01/04/2026

The ladies' cottage in Willow Court, New Norfolk, is currently hosting an art exhibition called "OPEN THE DOOR".

Unlock benefits of sleep

01/04/2026

SLEEP is often one of the first things sacrificed to meet deadlines, finish projects, or binge-watch the latest TV series.

Fishing - Shanae Dance potentially breaks world record

01/04/2026

The Southern Gamefish Club held its East Coast Classic competition off Southport over the weekend of the 21st - 22nd of March.

Shanae Dance with the 55.3 kg Southern Bluefin Tuna and pending 37 kg tackle GFAA State & Australian record in the Junior Female category.

Tasmanian Autumn Festival about to kick off

29/03/2026

The 2026 Tasmanian Autumn Festival looks set to be bigger and better than ever.

Robbie Gilligan (Derwent Distillery), Alex Heroys (Destination Southern Tasmania CEO Central Highlands Mayor Lou Triffitt and Cally Lyons from Rathmore

Antibiotic residue has been detected in water samples, sediment and eels from the Derwent River

Fishing - Preparation for next fishing season underway

Renovations continue on the Ladies Cottage and Nurses Quarters at Willow Court

Man charged over damage to Tynwald park

Bike rider critical after collision with bus in Derwent Terrace

Hoons vandalise Tynwald Park

Perri King starring for Tasmanian VFLW side

Dark NorFo lights up New Norfolk

Bridge demolition clears way for return of New Norfolk Regatta

Derwent Valley Council's finances back in surplus

Fishing - $25k trout still swimming in waters

Derwent Valley Festival on this weekend

Big fish keep coming

250 kids take part in annual Easter Egg Hunt

Central Highlands residents unhappy with Telstra upgrades

Willow Court hosting Open The Door exhibition

Unlock benefits of sleep

Fishing - Shanae Dance potentially breaks world record

Tasmanian Autumn Festival about to kick off

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