Southern Midlands Council

Welcome to the Southern Midlands of Tasmania – where traditional values meet forward-thinking ideas.

The Southern Midlands Council serves as the local government authority for this rural region, encompassing around 4,200 rateable properties and a community of approximately 6,700 residents spread across its diverse districts.

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TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE

Local Government (Highways) Act 1982
HIGH STREET & BARRACK STREET OATLANDS
SATURDAY 21^st March 2026

Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to Section 19 (1) (c) of the Local Government (Highways) Act 1982, High Street, Oatlands between Barrack Street and Dulverton Street, Oatlands will be closed to all classes of traffic on Saturday 21^st March 2026 on two occasions, firstly between 10.00am and 11.00am & secondly between 3.00pm and 4.30pm.

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Posted Monday, 16 March 2026, 9.00am
Oatlands Highland Gathering 2026

If you enjoy the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, you will certainly enjoy the Oatlands Highland Gathering

Date: Saturday 21st March 2026
Time: 10am to 4pm
Location: Callington Park, Oatlands

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Posted Friday, 23 January 2026, 3.00pm
Stay Safe During Smoky Conditions

Be prepared if bushfires and weather lead to poor air quality due to smoky conditions.

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Posted Tuesday, 2 December 2025, 9.00am