Advocate for X-Ray and Ultrasound Services in Sorell
Establish a local health committee to advocate for better access to health care, local GPs, nursing homes and ambulance services
Advocate for improved public transport services for Midway Point, Sorell and Southern Beaches
Infrastructure to keep up with population growth. Sorell and Midway Point are one of the fastest growing areas in Tasmania
Increase the supply of long term rental housing by making whole-house short-stay rentals pay similar rates as other accommodation businesses
Commission feasibility study for a public swimming pool/aquatic centre in Sorell
Provide free fitness in the park, designed to suit people of all abilities and mobility levels
Residents to vote on local spending
Council will seek community feedback on infrastructure projects and prioritise them transparently by cost, location, and demand to better reflect residents’ needs
Make planning and building processes easier to follow while providing practical advice and guidance to help residents achieve the best outcomes
Upgrade the Sorell dog park by ground re-surfacing, installing irrigation, planting more trees and adding more bench seating (more to come)
Care for our natural environment and increase biodiversity by working closely with residents and community groups
Council decisions are shaped by residents
Advocate for improved phone reception across the Sorell municipality
Redesign the Sorell Council website to make it highly user-friendly, easy to navigate, and efficient in helping residents find information
Send Council's newsletter to all addresses, including tenants
Allow rural residents to opt out of Green Waste/FOGO (Food Organics Garden Organics) bins if they live on properties larger than 2,000m², with the associated charge removed from their rates
