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HOBART CITY COUNCIL

Hobart is the capital city of the island state of Tasmania, Australia. It is one of the most geographically remote state capitals in the world. It is a city whose borders are drawn by its waterfront and bushland, with kunanyi/Mt Wellington and the River Derwent as its most striking landmarks. As Tasmania's capital city, Hobart is a major service centre and is home to a wide variety of businesses. 

The Hobart region is home to tens of thousands of years of palawa people's - Tasmanian Aboriginal people - continuing culture. Our city is also filled with heritage buildings and reminders of more recent history. Our communities are known for their connectedness, and many people love Hobart's cultural life and smaller scale. Hobart is a Tasmanian city, and many Hobartians are proud of the creativity, inventiveness, resourcefulness and entrepreneurial spirit that the island is known for. 

As of 2020, Hobart's municipal area is home to over 55 000 people spread across 78 square kms. The Hobart City Council is the policy making arm of the organisation and is made up of 12 Elected Members who represent the residents and businesses of Hobart. 

Along with fulfilling the requirements of the Local Government Act 1993 the City works in collaboration with all levels of government and local councils to deliver a range of services to the community. 

The City of Hobart operates in line with the values and ideas of the community expressed in Hobart: A community vision for our island capital. Our vision is delivered through our strategic plan and ensures our decisions will meet Hobart's current and future needs as it becomes a diverse global city.