Sorell Council

One of Tasmanias fastest growing Municipalities, we have a population of approximately 16,000 residents growing at around 3.6 times the state average. This strong growth is forecast to continue over the next twenty years. Located just 25 kilometres from Hobart, Sorell is one of Tasmanias oldest towns. Our Municipal area covers some 583 square kilometres, characterised by rolling countryside, low forested hills and long coastlines filled with beautiful beaches. Our key entrance points are Midway Point, Dunalley and Orielton, with our Municipal borders extending east through Orielton and further south east around our scenic coastline, encasing the townships of Dodges Ferry, Lewisham, Carlton, Primrose Sands, Dunalley, Marion Bay and Boomer Bay. Our border also extends through enchanting hillsides and unique Tasmanian forests, incorporating the townships of Forcett, Copping, Nugent and Kellevie. The main highways through our Municipality are the Arthur Highway, which connects us w...