Melinda Reed - Sorell Councillor

31/05/2026

We'd love you to join us.

27/05/2026

Check this out if you’re thinking of nominating in September or just pondering what it might involve - happy to chat with or meet with anyone who’s genuine about representing our community and working for the public good ✨

Thinking about standing for council this October?

We’ve put together a practical guide to help you get started. It walks through eligibility, how to nominate, and what to think about when campaigning.

It’s designed to give prospective candidates a clear understanding of what’s involved, so you can make an informed decision about representing your community.

📘 Download it here: https://www.lgat.tas.gov.au/council-elections

24/05/2026

After almost 20 years volunteering at Dodges Ferry Primary School - first as a parent and now a community rep - I still love lending a hand. How might you share some of your time and talents? There are all kinds of ways we can make a difference.

A big thanks to the amazing volunteers at our local schools and the wondererful work you do year round.

Dodges Ferry Primary School Association
Sorell School Association
Dunalley Primary School Community
Nipakawa Steiner School
Indie School Sorell
The Nest Child and Family Learning Centre

22/05/2026

Congrats to all on tonight’s show - a full house!

Last chance to come aboard and join the fun Sat 2pm and 7pm 🛟

“They were covered in blood!”

Murder on Board, last shows this Friday 7pm and Saturday 2pm & 7pm
Book at sorellonstage.org | Tickets just $25

18/05/2026

Well done to the Ross community and Northern Midlands Council on valuing their natural assets in this way.✨

18/05/2026

Wonderful to see these partnerships thriving again, passing on skills, wisdom and shared care for our special places.

The new signs add to many more across Dodges Ferry and the Southern Beaches - all created by volunteers in partnership with Sorell Council, Dodges Ferry Primary School and other organisations.

18/05/2026

A huge thank you to all the volunteers who give their time and talents so generously, making our community such a caring, connected place to live and to visit.

It’s a pleasure to do my bit - helping hand deliver chocolates to several groups, including many I’ve volunteered with over the years - and to volunteer in different ways each week.

Great work everyone. Happy National Volunteers Week!🌟

17/05/2026

Condolences to Sue, Chris, Phil and families on John’s passing.

I first met John many years ago when he was an accountant and tax agent, then at Dodges Ferry Primary School where John & Sue were avid supporters of their grand children’s school community, as well as at many local history events for the Historical Society of Sorell Inc, grateful for John’s support for our first journals.

An example to us all, there’s no doubt he’ll be sadly missed.

14/05/2026

Looking forward to understanding how public transport plays a part in active, healthy communities.

This quick survey is open through to 31 July, with a draw for five $100 gift cards on offer for participants.

Our research shows that being physically active plays an important role in preventing many chronic conditions and diseases. That’s why changes in how people use public transport are of interest to our preventative health and cardiovascular researchers.

From 30 March to 1 July 2026, the Tasmanian Government is offering free travel on buses and ferries across the state. Our researchers are seeking to better understand whether this free fares initiative has led Tasmanians to use public transport more, and how this may be impacting physical activity.

You can support our research by completing our quick 10‑minute survey, open until midnight on 31 July 2026. Participants can also choose to enter a draw to win one of five $100 gift cards.

🔗Access the survey via the comments 👇

This study has been approved by the University of Tasmania Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC ).