Dorset Council (Australia)
Dorset Council is a Local [government in Australia|local government] body in Tasmania, located in the far north-east of the state mainland. Dorset is classified as a rural local government area and has a population of 6,652. The major towns and localities of the region include Bridport, Derby and Ringarooma with Scottsdale the regional centre. Dorset was placed under a board of inquiry on 2 August 2023 and is currently under the supervision of commissioner Wardlaw. The current general manager is John Marik.
History and attributes
The municipality was established on 2 April 1993 after the amalgamation of the Scottsdale and Ringarooma municipalities. Dorset is classified as regional, agricultural and large under the Australian Classification of Local Governments.Suburbs
Not in above list
- North Lilydale
- Pipers [Brook, Tasmania|Pipers Brook]
- Tayene
- Upper [Esk, Tasmania|Upper Esk]
- Weldborough
Errors in above list
- Lebrina is wholly within Launceston Council area.
- Tunnel is wholly within Launceston area.