Public Notice: Hobart Essential Service and Health Updates

Official Notice: Salamanca Market Operations

The City of Hobart confirms that the Salamanca Market will proceed as scheduled on Saturday, 14 February 2026. Residents and visitors are advised that the market will operate from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm along Salamanca Place. To ensure public safety, road closures will be in effect in the immediate vicinity of the market grounds from early morning until late afternoon. Attendees are encouraged to utilize public transport or designated park-and-ride services to alleviate congestion in the Battery Point and waterfront areas.

Infrastructure and Road Closure: Queens Walk Sewer Works

The City of Hobart issued a formal notification regarding ongoing infrastructure improvements affecting the New Town area. Pursuant to the Local Government (Highways) Act 1982, Queens Walk—situated between Self Point Road and Marine Esplanade—remains closed to all vehicular traffic. This closure is necessary for the installation of essential sewer mains and is scheduled to remain in effect daily from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm through late March 2026. Motorists are advised to follow all posted detours and allow additional travel time when navigating near the work zone.

Public Health Advisory: Measles Alert

The Tasmanian Department of Health has issued an active health alert for the Hobart region following a confirmed case of measles. Official reports indicate that the infectious individual visited several public locations across the city in early February. Health officials urge any residents who may have been exposed to monitor themselves for symptoms, which include fever, tiredness, a runny nose, and a cough, followed by a distinctive red blotchy rash. Individuals who are concerned about potential exposure or symptoms are instructed to contact their healthcare provider via telephone prior to visiting a clinic to prevent further transmission.

Biosecurity and Agricultural Notice: Lead Contamination Warning

A recent advisory from the Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania warns regional landholders and farmers regarding the use of vintage bathtub troughs. High levels of lead have been detected in water samples from older bathtubs with damaged enamel coatings. Farmers in the greater Hobart and surrounding rural areas are strongly encouraged to inspect animal watering stations. Troughs manufactured prior to 1980 may contain lead-based sealants that can leach into water sources if the surface is chipped or worn, posing a risk to livestock and the broader food supply chain.

Planning and Community Consultation

The City of Hobart invites public representation regarding several active planning permits. Documentation for currently advertised applications is available for inspection at the Hobart Council Centre on Elizabeth Street. Interested parties have until Friday, 20 February 2026, to submit written representations to the Chief Executive Officer regarding these proposals. Additionally, public consultation remains open for the Public Health Amendment Bill 2026, focusing on prohibited tobacco and other related products.