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25.01.2022 Update The bridge at Dunalley is now operating normally. Motorists are advised that the canal bridge at Dunalley is locked open, and access to and from the Tasman Peninsula via the road is currently unavailable.... Technicians are at the scene working to repair the fault. Road users are asked to avoid the area if possible, as traffic delays are expected.

24.01.2022 EXCLUSIVE Edit: this exclusive story has now been confirmed by festival organisers. Falls Festival Marion Bay is understood to have been cancelled this year.... COVID-19 restrictions have hit the iconic music festival. Earlier this year organisers said it would be an all-Australian line-up, but logistics are understood to have been insurmountable. More details to come. See more

24.01.2022 The January edition of The Sorell Times is now available online you can check it out here: https://www.tasmangazette.com.au/online-newsp/sorell-times/

24.01.2022 The shellfish growing areas of Pitt Water have been temporarily closed following a sewage spill at Midway Point last week. Oyster growers in the area have been notified that any product harvested since 12 noon on 2 January is potentially unsafe and should not be sold or distributed. ``To protect the health and safety of the public, Biosecurity Tasmania has been working proactively with the affected oyster growers in the Pitt Water growing area to ensure the oysters harvested ...during the discharge period were removed from the market,’’ a Government spokesperson said. Public Health advice about collecting and eating wild shellfish is available at https://www.health.tas.gov.au//collecting_and_eating_wild_

24.01.2022 Jobs Advertised in our South East Region this week! Remember if you live in our region the Employment Hub is here to provide free advice and support for you. We... still encourage you to do your own searching for jobs but hope this list helps too. Casual Retail Assistant Sorell https://www.seek.com.au/job/50057908 School Administration Clerk Sorell https://careers.pageuppeople.com//school-administration-cl Advanced Skills Teacher Sorell https://careers.pageuppeople.com//advanced-skills-teacher- Apprentice Electrician Forcett https://www.facebook.com/job_opening/697307454438026/ Casual Café / Front of House Staff Bellerive https://www.facebook.com/job_opening/310565329953171/?source=job_browser&waterfall_session_id=08b16d42-8f01-47f3-96bd-2a8242953f19&job_browser_list_id=f34a3f2bb4441c&job_feed_query_id=6836866025407434938 Front of House Casual Bellerive https://www.facebook.com/job_opening/265815211168400/?source=job_browser&waterfall_session_id=577ab927-0827-46bf-99a6-c2b1e156b9f1&job_browser_list_id=f11a823e46d799&job_feed_query_id=6836870629547463633 Apprentice or Qualified Baker Eastland’s https://www.facebook.com/job_opening/287973175730084/?source=job_browser&waterfall_session_id=a94687a7-f095-477c-9c23-aace05adc6c1&job_browser_list_id=f11b82830575388&job_feed_query_id=6836871115084375664 Orchard Hand Campania https://www.gumtree.com.au//horticulture/orchar/1249489726 Apprentice Painter Oakdowns https://www.facebook.com/job_opening/4058127434258914/?source=job_browser&waterfall_session_id=7e0c53cd-0825-4f2f-911f-bd81b3cc2c88&job_browser_list_id=f16c1724079b438&job_feed_query_id=6836870840177590483 Casual Sales Assistant Cambridge https://au.indeed.com/viewjob Store person Cambridge https://careers.pageuppeople.com//storeperson-food-service Farm Attendant Nubeena https://www.seek.com.au/job/50032200 Farm Attendant Net Cleaner Nubeena https://www.seek.com.au/job/50032485 Tas Gov Jobs South (87) https://careers.pageuppeople.com/759/cw/en/filter/ This is a list focusing on jobs in the South East Region. Please note; at the time of completing this list there are jobs advertised in the Hobart and Western region too. If you live in the South East Region, for any assistance or advice please don’t hesitate to contact Emma Careers Development Coach on 0491 225 701 or email [email protected]

23.01.2022 CORRECTION: The Holt's Mitre10 advertisement printed in the July edition of The Sorell Times (out today) has incorrectly listed pellet heaters as being available from $1150. The correct price is from $2150, as advertised below. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

23.01.2022 Acton Park rider Will Thornbury in action. Will took out the Tasmanian Moto Trials State A Grade Championship, at just 15. Read the full story in this month’s Sorell Times.

23.01.2022 Local news and views, out tomorrow and available at all the usual places. Support local....and it’s free!

23.01.2022 BOAT PARK CLOSURE Please be advised that we’ve temporarily closed Boat Park in Dodges Ferry due to large amounts of surface water on site. Once the water subsides we will reopen the park. Safety is priority, so we appreciate your patience and apologise for the inconvenience!

23.01.2022 The July edition of the Times is out from today. Don't miss your free copy, available from local stores in Sorell and surrounds.

23.01.2022 A MESSAGE FROM MAYOR KERRY VINCENT Hello Everyone, I know there are many of you are eagerly awaiting 3.00pm this afternoon when a whole range of the Government’...s restrictions are further eased. Well done everybody for doing the right thing and helping to bring forward the easing of restrictions. It’s very welcome to see. We talk about what the new normal may look like, or how different the world will be now, but we must remember we have the same family, neighbours, friends and community that we’ve always had. Nothing’s really changed. We just need to understand that we need to make some adjustments to our lives and the way we live. We all need to reflect on, and appreciate all the good things we have in our lives. You’ve only got to turn on the news at the moment to see the turmoil and issues in other parts of the world. We really are very lucky to be living in this amazing state. The easing of restrictions now means: - Tasmanians can travel anywhere in the state and visit national parks. - Gatherings increase to 20 people at a time for indoor and outdoor, cinemas, museums, galleries, theatres, performance venues, historic sites, religious gatherings and weddings. - Restaurants/cafes/pubs including seated drinking will increase to 40 patrons. - Funerals up to 50 people. - Accommodation, unlimited. - Camping, overnight boating and shacks open with up to 20 people. - Open homes and auctions can resume with 20 people. - Gyms and boot camps for up to 20 people. - Beauty services (including tattoo, nails, waxing, facials and tanning and massage) for up to 20 people. - Day spas to reopen - Park exercise equipment and playgrounds open for up to 20 people. I know many of you will be flocking to your shacks and the open water this long weekend. It also means our Southern Beaches area in particular will swell with shackies coming to stay. Please makes sure you do the right thing and continue to follow social distancing protocols and practice good hand hygiene. We don’t want to become complacent and undo all our good work to date. There was COVID-19 mobile testing in Dunalley and Sorell in the past week. They were both well organised and patronised. Thank you to everyone who took the time to be tested. Don’t forget to download the Australian Government’s COVIDSafe app. It will help keep you, your family and your friends safe. It’s been pleasing to see no new cases in Tasmania have been recorded for 20 days now. Keep up the good work. Stay safe, stay positive and stay respectful this long weekend. Mayor Kerry Vincent

22.01.2022 Our next lot of First Aid and Refreshers have now been finalised and we are taking bookings.

22.01.2022 Road users are advised to expect delays of up to 20 minutes on Tasman Highway at Midway Point on the next two Sundays, due to the relocation of power poles. TasNetworks will be relocating the poles as part of preparation works to allow for construction of the Midway Point Intersection Solution. The work, which will require reduced speed limits and lane closures on the highway, will take place at the following times and locations: 7:30 am 5:00 pm Sunday, 25 October... near Fenton Street and Southern Drive 7:30 am 5:00 pm Sunday, 1 November near the Midway Point roundabout The work has been scheduled to minimise disruption to commuter traffic.The speed limit on the Tasman Highway will be reduced to 40 km/hr, starting at the approach to McGees Bridge (when travelling from Sorell), and at approach to the western causeway (when coming from Hobart). Traffic controllers will use a stop/go system to manage alternating traffic flow through a single travel lane at all times during nominated work hours. At 10:30 am and 1:30 pm on each Sunday there will be complete closures of both lanes for about 6 minutes each time. Road users are advised to plan ahead and pay attention to traffic controls, and take alternative routes where possible. See more

19.01.2022 The Sorell Times. Out tomorrow. Grab a copy of the free newspaper that is full of local news and views.

18.01.2022 ##The highway has now reopened Motorists are advised that the Arthur Highway at Forcett is closed to traffic following an earlier two vehicle crash. Highway traffic will be diverted through Old Forcett Road and Lewisham Roads to avoid the area until further notice.... No major injuries have been reported.

18.01.2022 September edition now available online - follow the link for the best local news from Sorell and surrounds: http://www.tasmangazette.com.au//SORELL-SEPTEMBER-2020-COM

17.01.2022 Catch up with the best local news from Sorell and surrounds online, November edition available now: https://www.tasmangazette.com.au/online-newsp/sorell-times/

16.01.2022 The July edition of The Sorell Times is now available online: https://www.tasmangazette.com.au/online-newsp/sorell-times/

16.01.2022 June edition of The Sorell Times is out now. Pick it up for free from your favourite local retailer or access online at https://www.tasmangazette.com.au/online-newsp/sorell-times/

16.01.2022 Available from tomorrow, your free local newspaper, full of news, views, cartoons and a crossword. Support local. Available from all the usual locations.

15.01.2022 Fire at Station Lane Sorell At around 4:10am today (Saturday), emergency services responded to a report of a structure fire at a block of businesses in Station Lane, Sorell. As a result of the fire two businesses appear to have suffered fire, smoke and water damage. Two units at the rear of the building are unaffected, Sergeant Adrian Mollon said.... Investigations will progress throughout the day. Initial investigations indicate that the fire started behind several electrical appliances in one of the businesses, with the fire spreading into the ceiling cavity, he said. The prompt response from local TFS brigades prevented further damage to the structure. If anyone has any information regarding this incident, they are asked to call police on 131444, or via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Reports to Crime Stoppers can be made anonymously.

15.01.2022 BREAKING NEWS - Minister Ferguson announces Govt to seal Wielangta Road The Government intends to get Wielangta Road sealed. While our priority right now i...s keeping it upgraded for continued local access, after we have reopened the Tasman Highway, I will have the Department assess the cost of sealing, and to then secure funds in partnership with the other road owners and begin the job. The Tasmanian Government will undertake further work to resolve the Wielangta Road ownership issues and explore the feasibility and estimated cost of a staged upgrade and sealing of the road. We will also work to secure any additional funding required to undertake these works. I have made it clear that the road has proven its importance as an ongoing access route for the East Coast and that’s been communicated widely.

15.01.2022 Police are seeking public information in relation to a rock thrown through the window of an Redline Bus in-service in Dodges Ferry last night. Around 6.55pm a large rock was thrown through the window of a bus travelling on Carlton Beach Road which had community members on board. Thankfully no one was injured but there was a very real potential for commuters and motorists to have been seriously injured, said Acting Inspector Duffey. These types of incidents cause significant distress to the community and I urge anyone with information to come forward. Anyone with information in relation to the rock throwing, or suspicious activity in the vicinity of Tarana Street or Arnott Street is asked to contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers anonymously on 1800 333 000.

14.01.2022 Total fire ban in the south today. Take care

13.01.2022 The October edition is now available online, catch up with the latest local news via the link: https://www.tasmangazette.com.au/online-newsp/sorell-times/

13.01.2022 Tonight I went along to the first training in a long time of the South East United Football Club in Sorell. Due to social distancing requirements the Club need...s more equipment so everyone can train safely. As a proud sponsor I was pleased to make a donation to help out with some new purchases. The impact of COVID-19 will continue to be felt in many ways and for a long time yet. Volunteer sports clubs are so important for strong communities and it’s vital we support them to keep going through this tough time.

13.01.2022 To anyone in the Orielton area that would like to be a Volunteer Fire Fighter we are always after volunteers send us a message or just turn up on a Wednesday night at 7:30pm and we will show you around and see if fire fighting is for you.

13.01.2022 Breaking news The Tasman Highway at Paradise Gorge will be blocked until at least mid-July another five weeks away. As a result Orford and much of the East Coast will be left isolated with traffic having to detour either by Lake Leake Highway or Wielangta Road. The news announced this afternoon will impact the economy and community. Originally slated as a two week closure to remove dangerous boulders, then the timeframe was stretched to four weeks and more recently referred... to as just ``weeks’’, State Infrastructure Minister Michael Ferguson said the closure would be in place until mid-July. This means the Highway will be out of action for seven or eight weeks in total. Mr Ferguson said hundreds of tonnes of rock had been removed, but more was needed. ``I’m disappointed but this is a realistic timeframe,’’ Mr Ferguson said. See more

13.01.2022 Make sure you don't miss your free copy - available at local retailers in Sorell and surrounds.

12.01.2022 We are working every day during the current wet weather to keep Wielangta Road useable while the Tasman Highway at Paradise Gorge is closed for rock removal. Th...e road is subject to frequent grading and rolling to keep it useable and it is important that road users drive with caution and stay within the posted speed limits. The road is open to both four-wheel-drive and two-wheel-drive traffic; however, the public is reminded it is a gravel road currently experiencing increased traffic. Driving with extra care helps keep everyone safe. While Wielangta Road remains open for use, the public is encouraged to use Lake Leake Road, which provides a safer and easier journey. Both alternative routes continue to be monitored, with any issues logged for quick repair. The rock removal teams continue to work whenever weather conditions allow. Their safety remains top priority. Some allowance was made for the forecast bad weather in estimating the time required to complete the remaining rock removal and reopening the road in mid-July. We thank everyone for your patience and understanding as this important safety work proceeds. We will continue to keep you updated on progress of the work. Video: Our crews working to bring down more rocks during the week.

11.01.2022 Acton Park rider Will Thornbury has taken out the Tasmanian Moto Trials State A Grade Championship, at just 15, beating many seniors nearly twice his age. Check out our other post to see him at practice, and read the full story in this month’s Sorell Times.

09.01.2022 If you haven't got your hands on a physical copy yet, the August Sorell Times is now available online: https://www.tasmangazette.com.au/online-newsp/sorell-times/

07.01.2022 UPDATE: The papers are stuck at the printers due to the wild weather. They will now arrive tomorrow. New edition out today! Make sure you don't miss your free copy - available at local retailers in Sorell and surrounds.

04.01.2022 After more than 55 years of knocking on doors each May, The Salvation Army is taking the Red Shield Appeal digital in response to COVID-19’s impact on social contact. Salvos living in communities from Smithton to Sorell to Southport are asking Tasmanians to become digital fundraisers by going to digitaldoorknock.salvationarmy.org.au and using a suburb or postcode to find their nearest Red Shield Appeal to help those doing it tough. Sign up and volunteer to fundraise: digitaldoorknock.salvationarmy.org.au To leave no one in need, please donate at salvationarmy.org.au or call 13 SALVOS (13 72 58)

04.01.2022 Police and emergency services are on the scene of a two vehicle crash at the intersection of the Arthur Highway and Old Forcett Rd, Forcett. Motorists are asked to avoid the area until further notice and expect delays. No major injuries have been are reported.

03.01.2022 Good news! The 93-year-old gentleman we posted a concern for welfare about earlier has been located safe and well. Thank you for sharing!

02.01.2022 DODGES FERRY BOAT RAMP A new set of stairs were recently constructed at the boat ramp at Dodges Ferry to provide access to the beach.

02.01.2022 Tasmania Police remain on the scene of a serious multiple vehicle crash on the Arthur Highway at Forcett between Torenius Timber and Sugarloaf Road. Major traffic delays are anticipated in the area until around midday. Motorists are asked to avoid the area until the scene is cleared.

01.01.2022 Breaking news Bream Creek Show scheduled for March 2021 has been cancelled for the second year in a row due to COVID-19. Sad news for organisers and the community.

01.01.2022 Our first edition of the year hits newsstands tomorrow - don't miss your free copy!

01.01.2022 Would you like to upgrade from Car licence to Medium Rigid Truck licence? In conjunction with On Road Off Road we will be delivering this from the South East Trade Training Centre at Sorell. There is limited spaces available so please get in early to avoid missing out.

01.01.2022 The Tasmanian Government should act now to ensure Tasmania stays COVID free. With community transmission of the virus in NSW and new cases in Victoria, the Government should follow the lead of other states and close our borders to NSW to keep Tasmanians safe.