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New Norfolk · New NorfolkThe Derwent Valley is a place of great history and great potential. Green fields, tall trees and clean air and water nourish locals with a natural quality of life that is the envy of anyone on the planet. Our vegies are big, our cattle happy, our fleece comes in fine and warm. Renewable energy powers our homes, and we live among forest and mountains, rich in biodiversity that happily makes its way through our yards and gardens. In the 217 year…See the Story
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New Norfolk · New NorfolkWho said they can’t teach an old dog new tricks? The way we deliver news is changing with the times, but the Derwent Valley Gazette isn’t going anywhere. The Gazette will continue to exist, and I will continue to edit it. I’ll be posting regular stories about our community on our new website, which will go live next week at derwentvalleygazette.com. au And, there’ll be a monthly hard copy roundup in the Tasmanian Country. So please don’t hesita…See the Story
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New Norfolk · New NorfolkSafety concerns for swimmers and paddle boarders in the Derwent along the Esplanade are back in the public spotlight. Video footage of speedboats and jet skis ignoring safety rules around other river users has prompted questions to Council about regulations and their enforcement, particularly in the peak summer period. The dangers posed by increased water traffic has heightened since 2021, after the installation of floating pontoons next to the …See the Story
Safety fear over speeding boats
New Norfolk · New NorfolkThe new Bridgewater Bridge reached a different milestone over the weekend – its first pedestrian. The walker was Peter Gutwein, former premier and now chair of the Migrant Resource Centre of Tasmania. For the past week, Mr Gutwein had undertaken the lengthy perambulation from Burnie to Glenorchy to showcase the importance to Tasmania of its migrant and refugee communities. His awareness and fundraising effort concluded over the weekend. Mr Gutwe…See the Story
Ex-premier makes first crossing
New Norfolk · New NorfolkDerwent Valley Mayor Michelle Dracoulis will hold talks with Tasmania Police this week, after increased reports of local businesses, customers and staff being harassed by teenagers. Ms Dracoulis is also planning to meet business operators after reports of groups of young people assaulting and abusing staff and customers at several New Norfolk retailers. The anti-social activity and violence is reportedly happening at the end of the school day. Y…See the Story