Working with Tasmanians to reform local government legislation

The Liberal Government is continuing to deliver on its commitment to strengthen the local government sector.

Minister for Local Government, Kerry Vincent, has today released the Local Government Targeted Amendment Bill 2025 draft for consultation, marking the next step in reforming Tasmania’s local government legislation.

The draft Bill builds on valuable feedback received during the first phase of consultation, following the release of the Discussion Paper in December 2024.

“This feedback has shaped legislative amendments focused on improving standards of governance, accountability, and performance across the local government sector,” Minister Vincent said.

The draft legislation introduces stronger tools to address serious councillor misconduct, expands early intervention powers, prescribes minimum councillor learning and development.

It refines requirements around strategic planning and reporting, with a clearer focus on community engagement and wellbeing.

“We are delivering for Tasmania by supporting councils to be high-performing, resilient, and better equipped to meet the needs of their communities,” Minister Vincent said.

This consultation provides the opportunity for councils, stakeholders, and the community to have their say on the draft legislation before it is introduced to the Parliament.

The Local Government Targeted Amendment Bill 2025 draft is open for public consultation until midnight on Monday 17 November 2025.

For more information or to make a submission, visit the Office of Local Government website.