Council Working Groups

The Access and Inclusion Working Group membership will comprise:

• Two (2) Councillors
• Stakeholders with knowledge and experience across the main categories of disability, that is, physical, sensory, psychiatric, neurological, cognitive, and intellectual impairment.

The Working Group will:

• Support Council staff achieve the objectives of the Disability Inclusion Plan 2020-2025
• Provide advice to Council on matters relating to persons with disabilities
• Provide advice on access and inclusion policy development
• Support efforts to attract funding and other resources in accordance with identified needs and strategic direction

Related Information:

• • Access and Inclusion Working Group Terms of Reference
  • Access and Inclusion Working Group Terms of Reference Easy Read
  • Access and Inclusion Working Group Terms of Reference Word – 16pt
  • Disability Inclusion Plan 2020-2025
  • Disability Inclusion Plan 2020-2025 Easy Read

The Bass Strait Maritime Centre Cultural Heritage Advisory Committee will comprise:

• Two Councillors (2)
• Convention and Arts Centre Manager (or Nominee)
• Bass Strait Maritime Centre Coordinator
• Bass Strait Maritime Centre Curator
• Up to Six Community Members (6)

The Bass Strait Maritime Centre Cultural Heritage Advisory Committee will:

• Provide advice to Council on the development, promotion, and accessibility of cultural heritage collections managed by the Bass Strait Maritime Centre.
• Provide advice to Council on matters related to cultural heritage when required.
• Assist the Bass Strait Maritime Centre to achieve strategic objectives as outlined in Council’s plans and policies.
• Consider and recommend objects for acquisition and deaccession.
• Actively support the Bass Strait Maritime Centre’s collection management priorities.
• Provide advice on cultural heritage policy development.
• Actively advocate for Devonport’s cultural strategies, promoting
  the City’s initiatives.
• Raise awareness and engage the regional community in the Bass Strait Maritime Centre’s activities and programs.
• Support efforts to attract funding and other resources in accordance with identified needs and strategic direction. 

Related Information:

• The Bass Strait Maritime Centre Cultural Heritage Advisory Committee Terms of Reference

The Devonport Regional Gallery Advisory Committee will comprise:

• Two Councillors (2)
•  Convention and Arts Centre Manager (or Nominee)
• Devonport Regional Gallery Coordinator
• Devonport Regional Gallery Curator
• Eight Community Members (8)
• President of the Friends of Devonport Regional Gallery (or Nominee)
• RANT Arts Nominee (Ex-Officio)

The Devonport Regional Gallery Advisory Committee will:

• Provide advice to Council on the development, promotion, and accessibility of visual art in Devonport as an integral part of City’s cultural life. This includes the activities of the Devonport Regional Gallery and Council’s public art activities, as public art is in keeping with the skills, knowledge and experience of the Advisory Committee membership.
• Assist the Devonport Regional Gallery to achieve strategic objectives as outlined in Council’s plans and policies.
• Provide advice to Council on the strategic direction for the Devonport Regional Gallery.
• Undertake roles and actions as informed by the Devonport Regional Gallery Acquisition and Collection Policy, and Council’s
  Public Art Policy and Public Art Strategy.
• Consider and recommend artworks for acquisition, including public artworks.
• Provide advice on the development of strategies and policies related to visual art, public art and cultural heritage.
• Actively advocate for Devonport’s cultural strategies, promoting the City’s initiatives.
• Raise awareness and engage the regional community in the Devonport Regional Gallery’s activities and programs.
• Support efforts to attract funding and other resources in accordance with identified needs and strategic direction.

Related Information:

• The Devonport Regional Gallery Advisory Committee Terms of Reference

From the Devonport Youth Advisory Group (DEVYAG)

Who are we?
DEVYAG is a group for young people aged 14 to 21 who live, work, study, or socialise in Devonport. We’re here to make sure the voice of young people are heard and to give them the power to help shape the future of our community.

Mission Statement
Our mission at DEVYAG is simple: We believe in our young people! At DEVYAG, we empower the voices of young people in Devonport. Our mission is to inspire youth to take action, connect with their community, and create impactful change that truly reflects their needs and dreams.

What We’re All About
At DEVYAG, we give young people the chance to step up, speak out, and make a difference. We work with Council to tackle the issues that matter most to young people, creating real change and making Devonport an even better place to live!

Our Involvement So Far
Since its establishment in 2022, DEVYAG has worked closely with the Devonport City Council, Volunteering Tasmania Inc, and Libraries Tasmania on various policies, strategies, and initiatives. The group has also contributed to council-run community events, ensuring youth voices were included in local initiatives. DEVYAG members have attended the Tasmanian Youth Forum (TYF) to discuss important youth issues with other leaders and have organised their own events, such as Splendour by the Mersey and Music in the Square. Through these efforts, DEVYAG has promoted youth engagement and supported peers in making a positive impact in Devonport.

We’d love to have you on our team!
If you’re interested in getting involved and joining DEVYAG, please contact us via email. To check your eligibility, please read DEVAG’s Terms of Reference and apply here.

Get in contact with us
Feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions or want to learn more about DEVYAG – we’re here to help! devyag@devonport.tas.gov.au

Related Information

• Devonport Youth Advisory Group Terms of Reference
• DEVYAG Reporting Requirements
  
  

The East Devonport Special Interest Group will comprise:

• Two (2) Councillors
• Community Services Manager (or Nominee)
• Five (5) members with skills or interest in East Devonport; education, business, policy development, tourism, economic
  development and/or marketing. 

The East Devonport Working Group will:

• Provide input and advice on decisions and policies related to East Devonport;
• Actively advocate on behalf of and promote East Devonport initiatives;
• Work with the Council to attract funding and other resources in accordance with identified needs;
• Raise awareness of East Devonport’s potential as a visitor attraction and  business/retail hub; and
• Engage residents in activities and programs

Major projects supported or initiated by the East Devonport Working Group over the years:

• Delivery of Strategic Actions of the East Devonport Community Plan
• East Devonport Bike Safety Park
• East Devonport Public Art
• East Devonport Retail Precinct rebrand – Eastside Village
• Mary Binks Wetlands
• East Devonport all abilities beach access ramp
• East Devonport outdoor fitness equipment
• East Devonport Retail Strategy
• East Devonport Jobs Forum 2022, 2023 and 2024

Related Information:

• East Devonport Community Plan Review
• East Devonport Terms of Reference

The Maidstone Park Advisory Group will comprise of up to:

• Two (2) Councillors
• Community Services Manager (or Nominee)
• Eight (8) members with an interest in the Maidstone Park complex (e.g. user group, Spreyton community member).

Appointments will be for a two year term and will be endorsed by Council.

The Maidstone Park Advisory Group will:

• Provide input and advice on decisions and policies related to Maidstone Park;
• Actively advocate on behalf of and promote Maidstone Park complex;
• Work with the Council to attract funding and other resources in accordance with identified needs;
• Provide a long term strategic focus on the future of Maidstone Park.

Related Information: Maidstone Park Advisory Group Terms Of Reference