Local government service. A unique feature of both shores of the Derwent is the way that housing is only built to a certain height, preserving the natural skyline along the hill tops. From Qew Orchards to Meals on Wheels, from company director to mum, I am extensively involved in our beautiful city. In 1836, Lieutenant-Governor of Van Diemen's Land, George Arthur divided the island into administrative counties, and Clarence Plains fell into Pembrokeshire. The Issue Notes are an excellent resource for anyone interested in learning about many of the things Council discusses. The responsibility of policing the City of Clarence falls to Tasmania Police, who are the sole law-enforcement agency in all of Tasmania. The council originally had its chambers in Bellerive, but these were moved to Rosny Park in the early 1980s. Other councils . The area that now constitutes the City of Clarence was once part of the traditional land of the Moomairemener, a sub-group of the Tasmanian Aborigines. Click to view latest results. Bellerive Oval lies immediately to the south, and the Hobart International Airport is located further north-west along the Tasman Highway. In 1993, the nearby town of Richmond was absorbed into the city of Clarence. [24], The city has large areas of residential property interspersed with natural flora, typically sclerophyll bushland. Aldermen. [8], It is believed the indigenous Tasmanian Aborigines have lived in Tasmania for at least 35,000 years. [21] Many previously rural areas developed into residential areas. Crime rates are generally low within the city, and Clarence is seen as an extremely safe place to live. Alderman, Clarence City Council ”You deserve a council that makes decisions in your best interests, not those of big developers. Learn about the polices that guide the work of Members of Council. John Peers - Clarence City Council Alderman. It is connected to Sorell at Midway Point by the 19th century historic convict built Sorell Causeway. Other suburbs, such as Acton Park, Cambridge and Richmond are isolated communities. The municipal area is made up of suburbs, seaside shacks, historic villages, vineyards, farms and so much more. Telephone 03 6217 9500 Email clarence@ccc.tas.gov.au In 2006 the farmhouse was redeveloped in sympathy with its heritage to allow new visual and performing arts spaces. The Bayfield Healthcare Centre (now known as the Clarence Community Health Centre)[37] was developed at considerable cost to the state government, but soon became the City's primary health care provider. They are not named according to a convention. “My mistake,” Ald Warren said. [14], The relocation of the colony did not end the desire to settle the eastern shore of the Derwent though. [19] A rare attempt at commercial opportunism was the short-lived Bellerive-Sorell Railway (1892 until 1926) which had its terminus on a long jetty extending into the Bay on reclaimed land that now makes up part of the Bellerive Boardwalk. Only two aldermen from the dismissed Glebe Council, McCormack and Emblem were elected in … By the 1810s, a ferryman was making regular crossings of the Derwent between Sullivans Cove, and 'Kangaroo Point', near where the ferry still arrives at Bellerive Quay. I want our city to be vibrant and exciting, the best place to live, work and play. His son Clarence Walter, born at St Leonards in 1890, served as a Commander with the Royal Australian Navy in World War II. Despite soon developing a reputation of being treacherous to cross in stormy weather, and suffering delays caused by its lifting span opening to allow maritime traffic to pass, it created previously unprecedented access to the eastern shore. Final. John West. [4], King was insecure about Bowen's juniority and inexperience as a young commander, and when he was contacted by David Collins, who had been dispatched directly from England aboard HMS Calcutta with Ocean as a supply vessel, to establish a colony at Port Phillip, he redirected Collins' expedition to the Derwent. The government announced plans to build a new bridge at a cost of £7 million, and in 1960, construction commenced on the Tasman Bridge. Both teams have proved extremely successful: Clarence Football Club won the Tasmanian Football League in 1970, 1979, 1981, 1984, 1993–94, 1996–97, and 2000 (9 times in total), as well as winning the Southern Football League in 2001, 2002, 2004, and 2006 (4 total), during the period in which the statewide league was not competed for. Cr Steve Douglas. Telephone 03 6217 9500 Email clarence@ccc.tas.gov.au Public Figure. 658 likes. There is large areas of farmland, and many vineyards, particularly in the Coal River valley. Clarence City Council Code of Conduct (the Code) which was updated on 15 February 2019. Deputy Chair Alderman Sharyn von Bertouch. For many parts of the city electricity supply only arrived in the 1950s, and sealed roads, mains water, and sewage only began to be provided in the 1960s. Clarence City Council (or City of Clarence) is a local government body in Tasmania, and one of the five municipalities that constitutes the Greater Hobart Area. Despite this, many residents, particularly those that commute to Hobart for work, often chose to use public transportation for commuting. Much of the municipality suffered terrible damage and many homes were lost during the infamous 1967 Tasmanian fires. The Metropolitan Transport Trust supported the expansion into the eastern shore, by opening up an excellent network of bus routes into the municipality. In 1862, Bellerive also became the administrative centre of the municipality, and the Eastern Police District, but for much of the late nineteenth century, Clarence Plains experienced little development, remaining primarily agricultural. [5], The City of Clarence is named indirectly after King William IV of the United Kingdom. Published by the Clarence City Council. Sunshine Coast Council, QLD. Deputy Chair Alderman Sharyn von Bertouch. Report on the 2018 Clarence City Council Elections Elections were held for the positions of Mayor, Deputy Mayor and 12 Councillors (Aldermen), all for 4 year terms. Bad weather made it difficult to cross, and the massive increase in traffic in the 1950s led to severe congestion. This initial conflict grew into the Black War, which devastated the population of the native Tasmanians. Other annual events organised by the council include the City of Clarence Australia Day Festival, the Clarence Jazz Festival, and the Clarence Seafarers Festival – incorporating the Bellerive Regatta.[41]. The opening of the new bridge also saw the development of two new major connecting highways, the east-heading Tasman Highway, and the north-heading East Derwent Highway, greatly improving access both to, and through Clarence. In 1985 a local free weekly newspaper The Southern Star was begun by publisher Harris & Co, however the difficult advertising market in a small community meant it could not sustain a rivalry with The Mercury, and it closed in December 1995. Despite the existence of small-scale manufacturing, agriculture, and viticulture, it is retail and government administration that provide the primary impetus of local economy. 9,917 residents (20%) belonged to various other faiths, and 9,611 (or 5%) identified as having no religion. Alderman, apricot farmer, local business person, community leader and, hopefully, re-elected representative on Clarence City Council. Alderman, Clarence City Council ”You deserve a council that makes decisions in your best interests, not those of big developers. 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Both sides also have derby rivals also based within the City of Clarence. Mains water remains so, and is now provided by the Clarence City Council. Community Organization. Clarence City Council, TAS. [18] An industry that flourished throughout Clarence Plains was fruit growing, and by the 1880s several prosperous orchards were located within the region. Clarence City Council has called an urgent special meeting to be held just four days before Christmas, in a move that has angered some aldermen and community members. 1, pp.15), History of Tasmania. 2020 June: Publicly disclosed that a buyback clause exists for council if substantial commencement on the development has not started by November. [10] The Coal River Valley, Flagstaff Gully, Risdon Vale, Risdon Cove and the southern Meehan Range were all regions that were within the traditional spring and summer hunting-grounds of the Moomairemener people, bringing them into conflict with the British invaders within five months of the establishment of the camp at Risdon Cove. Many of these schools are equipped with their own home grounds for many of these sports and almost all at least have cricket grounds. The average weekly income of Clarence residents (August 2006) is $458, which is $60 above the state average. The rate of robberies was 33.2 per 100,000, also well below the national average. Published by the Clarence City Council. The city of Clarence is blessed with many open spaces, parks and areas of bushland. Community Service. [36], There were few health care facilities other than local General Practitioner surgeries within the Municipality of Clarence prior to the Tasman Bridge Disaster. The club also host the annual Bellerive Regatta every February. The Encyclopedia of Aboriginal Australia. [19], The early 21st Century has seen Rosny Park continue to develop as the centre of the city. Tony Foster. [56], The City of Clarence is a primarily residential city with 20,737 dwellings, although small scale manufacturing, agriculture, viticulture, retail and government administration are all prevalent. June: Clarence City Council Mayor Alderman Doug Chipman travelled to China to meet with Chambroad to discuss the project’s status. You deserve genuine consultation before a decision is made, transparent processes during development assessments, and appropriate development that enhances your recreational areas without locking you out. Although during this period he served as a member of five different Australian political parties, and as an independent member. 1, pp.27-28), Clark, J. [15], By the early 1820s a small village was growing around Kangaroo Point, that was soon to become Bellerive, making it the first site of permanent settlement in Clarence Plains. By 1947 the population of Clarence Plains had reached 5,000 for the first time. [26], • Campania The growth was such that the municipality was officially incorporated as a city on 24 November 1988, with the population having grown beyond 50,000. Based primarily around the Coal River valley between Richmond and Acton Park, the city's viticulture industry is exemplified by European style wines, that are located at a similar latitude to French and German regions such as Champagne, Lorraine, Baden and Rheingau. In addition to hills, there is 191 km (119 mi) of shoreline, much of which is connected with paths, as well as over 30 beaches. The majority of the residences (17,298) in Clarence are separate detached houses (90%), although 998 residences were attached housing (5%), 831 were flats (4%), and there was also 94 other residences which did not fall into any of these categories. Of those, 92% identified as being Anglo-Celtic Australian. The introduction of the Police Regulation Act 1898, which came into being on 1 January 1899, saw the creation of one unified police force for the whole colony. Picture: NIKKI DAVIS-JONES. [25] It also includes some rural and non-urban areas, such as the South Arm peninsular. Published by the Clarence City Council. All aldermen represent the entire local areas as the city is not divided into wards. • Richmond There is no local urban police force. Cr Peter Cox. You deserve genuine consultation before a decision is made, transparent processes during development assessments, and appropriate development that enhances your recreational areas without locking you out. John West. Although private estates and farms began to spring up throughout the district, settlements were generally isolated, with Bellerive, Cambridge, Lindisfarne, and Richmond the only major settlements of note. The government primary schools are: Bellerive Primary School, Cambridge Primary School, Clarendon Vale Primary School, Howrah Primary School, Lauderdale Primary School, Lindisfarne Primary School, Lindisfarne North Primary School, Montagu Bay Primary School, Richmond Primary School, Rokeby Primary School, South Arm Primary School, The Cottage School, and Warrane Primary School. There are six High Schools within the City of Clarence. The shopping centre proved a commercial success, and helped drive growth on the eastern shore. Launceston, Tasmania (1854) [2 vols] (see: Vol. During the Tasman Bridge disaster, many witnesses recalled seeing large quantities of water gushing from the western side of the break in the bridge, and this was caused by these water supply pipes having been severed. The City of Clarence generally receives sunrise two to three minutes before Hobart and Glenorchy, and sunset is also experienced slightly after the western shore, due to the angle of shadow cast by Mount Wellington. [49], Other amateur cricket clubs, Montagu Bay Cricket Club,[50] St. Aidans Cricket Club Inc.[51] and Richmond Cricket Club[52] are also based within Clarence, but compete in the Kookaburra Southern Cricket Association rather than the Tasmanian Grade Competition.[53]. At the same time, Rosny Park continued to grow in importance as the administrative centre of the city, with the Clarence Council Chambers, Bellerive Police Station and Bellerive Post Office all relocating there. Of these, almost 10,000 (18%) were under the age of 15, and around 11,000 (20%) over the age of 65. It is not known if they were a separate nation, or a sub-group of the Oyster Bay Clan (Paredarerme) whose territory stretched from the Tasman Peninsular to St Patrick's Head, just south of the modern Tasmanian township of St Mary's. City … Learn about salaries, staffing and budgets to run Council offices, and view quarterly expense reports. A Multi-screen cinema also opened in 2003, continuing the increasing availability of local services. Telephone 03 6217 9500 Email clarence@ccc.tas.gov.au Clarence constitutes a significant proportion of the Federal electoral division of Franklin. Rosny Park Transit Mall serves as the hub for Metro Tasmania bus transportation within the city, which is the primary provider of public transportation in Clarence. [24], There are more than thirty suburbs with the city of Clarence. Liberal (conservative) member Bill Falkinder was the longest-serving member who only represented one party, holding the seat from 1946 until 1966. Clarence (Southern Tasmania’s biggest council) is a diverse community with 191km of coastline. Eastern Suburbs Rugby Union Football Club Inc. Other languages identified as frequently spoken within the city were Greek (199 speakers), German (157), Italian (107), Spanish (80), and Dutch (60). Clarence Emblem, elected to the first Labor Council in December was re-elected at five Glebe municipal elections extending to 31 May 1939 when the council was removed from office. It is an honour and privilege to have been re-elected in 2018 to represent the people of the City of Clarence. It opened on 18 August 1964, and greatly increased the volume of traffic capable of crossing the river. [31], The Clarence City Council has existed in various forms since the area became a municipality on 1 January 1860,[2] and is responsible for local government within the City. Become more involved with your local government, have your say, and serve your city. [4] By the 1820s the settlement had spread to the 'Clarence Plains', but the area remained primarily agricultural until the mid to late 20th century, when it experienced a residential development boom. [19], In the 1970s and 1980s the expansion of the Municipality of Clarence continued. Cr Annie Browning. The Eastern Shore – A History of Clarence. The traffic problems, delays caused by the raising of the navigation section for maritime traffic, and the toll all proved extremely unpopular. Bridge was Alderman for Denison Ward, 1 December 1915 to 1 December 1918 and 1 December 1921 to 7 August 1924. [40] The senior secondary Rosny College is also situated in the heart of Clarence. 3,155 residents identified various other languages as regularly spoken within the city. The first vessel of his party, Lady Nelson arrived in the Derwent on Wednesday, 8 September 1803, and Bowen arrived five days later aboard Albion. North Warrane Oval is home to Eastern Suburbs Rugby Union Football Club Inc.[55] competing in the Tasmanian Rugby Union statewide League. Collin's dispatched troops to row ashore off what is now Rokeby to march overland to the camp at Risdon and announce their arrival. I have lived on the Eastern Shore for almost 30 years and feel strongly about providing considered representation for ratepayers and residents. THE Clarence Mountain Bike Park ushered in its 11 th birthday anniversary with the opening of several upgrades for the area.. Clarence, Tasmania. Bridge was Alderman for Denison Ward, 1 December 1915 to 1 December 1918 and 1 December 1921 to 7 August 1924. Percy Clarence Lee was a Freemason with memberships in Lodge Toxteth, the NSW Masonic Club and the Robert Burns Lodge of Australia. The city is dominated by the long, low-lying range of hills known as the Meehan Range which runs parallel to the river. [41] 146 likes. The eastern shore seems to have been home to the Moomairemener. In 1963 the Clarence War Memorial Pool was constructed, and in 1965, Eastlands Shopping Centre opened in Rosny Park, being further expanded in 1971 and 1978. Endangered Distilling Co. Wine/Spirits. Alderman, Director, Orchardist and mum Tasmania, Australia 500+ connections. Whilst there is little evidence of their occupation, Aboriginal middens can often be found along the coastline of the City of Clarence, indicating that they hunted, and searched for seafood and shellfish in the region. • Dulcot Tasmania Police's 'East Command' district is administered from Bellerive Police Station, which is now located in Rosny Park. Final. It was during this period that the British settlement of Hobart was founded in 1803. Clarence City Council Alderman Learn about Mayor John Tory and how to invite the Mayor to an event, or request a proclamation, scroll or letter of greeting. When Rosny Park grew in importance as the administrative centre of Clarence, Bellerive Police Station was relocated there. Private properties had been built in each of these localities by the late 1820s, commanding excellent views across the Derwent to Hobart Town and Mount Wellington. [34], The Legislative Council seat of Pembroke was a non-party seat until 1959. Consumables, $144.94; Conferences/training, $15; IT and communications equipment … The launch of the council's 'Kangaroo Bay Urban Design Strategy and Concept Plan' saw an attempt to modernise the town-planning of the City Centre with a programme of regeneration, improved infrastructure and amenities, the creation of a foreshore promenade and more appropriate urban landscaping. The Clarence local government area has a population of 56,945, covering the eastern shore of the Derwent River from Otago to the South Arm Peninsula and the smaller localities of Cambridge, Richmond, and Seven Mile Beach. Television is provided by five licensed operators, the government provided Australian Broadcasting Corporation, and Special Broadcasting Service, and the commercial operators WIN Television and Southern Cross Television. Report this profile ... Clarence City Council Nov 2009 - Present 11 years 3 months. The original Bellerive Police Station was also redeveloped as a Community Arts Centre. There was an average of 2.5 persons per dwelling, and out of the 20,737 residences 1,532 or 7% were vacant. Almost immediately demand for residential property there increased. 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