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COMMUNITY SERVICES
DIRECTORY
Community. Coast. Country.
Community Services Directory
INDEX
ANIMALS 5
ARTS AND CULTURE 6
CHURCHES AND RELATED ACTIVITIES 7
COMMUNITY HALLS 8
COMMUNITY GROUPS 9
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS & SERVICES 10
COMMISSIONER OF DECLARATIONS 11
COUNCIL INFORMATION 12
EDUCATION AND CHILD CARE 13
EMERGENCY SERVICES 14
GOVERNMENT SERVICES 15
HEALTH SERVICES 16
HELPLINES 18
JUSTICES OF THE PEACE 19
PUBLIC TOILETS 20
SENIORS 21
SOCIAL GROUPS 24
SPORT AND RECREATION 25
TOURIST INFORMATION 27
TRANSPORT 28
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ABOUT THE DIRECTORY
One of the great qualities of the Sorell Municipality is the involvement of its residents in a
wide variety of community services and activities. These activities are primarily volunteer
based and this Directory reflects the giving nature of our community.
The Community Services Directory is designed to assist residents, service providers and
community organisations within the Sorell Municipality to find out about what's going on
in their local community. It lists information and contact details for local services, activities
and events.
Every effort has been made to ensure all information is correct at the time of printing. If you are
aware of omissions or errors, or you would like to be included in the Directory, please call us on
6269 0000 or email sorell.council@sorell.tas.gov.au.
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ABOUT SORELL
Established in 1862, the Sorell Municipality is one of Tasmania’s oldest. Located 25 kilometres from
Hobart in the south-east of Tasmania, the Municipality covers 583 square kilometres of rolling
countryside, low forested hills and the coastline of the spectacular Southern Beaches.
Rich in history, the Municipality has a vibrant arts community and is popular for its relaxed rural lifestyle
and unique townships. It is home to one of Australia’s oldest continuously operating schools and the
regional sporting complex of Pembroke Park. The Southern Beaches area, once a traditional shack
settlement, has become increasingly attractive to retirees and families who are keen to take advantage
of the relaxed beachside lifestyle. In summer, an influx of shack owners and visitors significantly swells
the population of this area.
The Sorell Township provides a regional commercial focus for residents of the Municipality, as well as
servicing the Tasman and Forestier Peninsulas and the east coast as far north as Swansea. It includes a
bustling shopping district with numerous cafes, specialty shops, major supermarket chains, well known
branded food outlets, pubs and hotels. Government services include Service Tasmania and Centrelink.
Additional services include major banks, medical facilities, post office, real estate agencies and chemists.
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ANIMALS
DOG EXERCISE AREAS
Sorell Council has two dog exercise areas:
Sorell - Corner of Arthur and Montagu Street
Dodges Ferry - Rantons Road
Please check beach signage and Council’s website for dog access to beaches.
DOMESTIC ANIMALS
RSPCA
Head Office 6332 8282
Hobart Animal Care Centre 6244 3033
Report suspected cruelty 1300 139 947
www.rspcatas.org.au
Council’s Animal Management Officer 6269 0000
Ten Lives Cat Centre 6278 2111
www.tenlives.com.au
Dogs Home of Tasmania 6243 5177
www.dhot.com.au
Sorell Veterinary Centre 6269 2323
Southern Beaches Vet 0498 741 328
Tasmanian Animal Hospital, Sorell 6265 2935
After Hours Veterinary Emergency Centre 1300 302 912
NATIVE ANIMALS
If you find an injured animal please call:
Parks and Wildlife Service 6165 4305
Bonorong Wildlife Rescue 0447 264 625
Reptile Rescue 0407 565 181
If you find a native animal on the road please don’t leave the animal. Pull over, park safely and check to
be sure the animal is not injured. It is also a good idea to check for a pouch and be sure there is not a
young animal inside.
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ARTS AND CULTURE
ARTS
Pittwater Photography Group 0417 161 020
Pittwater Art Group 6265 8775
Sing Australia Sorell 0488 191 646
Sing Australia accepts that everyone can sing and it makes no judgement on how well that happens. It is inclusive
and welcoming of everyone. It is about making happy connections with people from all walks of life and
demographics within groups and through performances, gatherings, tours and impromptu opportunities to sing.
Sorell on Stage (Theatre Group) 0429 126 205
An award winning small group of experienced amateur thespians, bringing quality shows to the greater Sorell
community since March 2010. They present 3 productions per year and encourage new members to join.
contact@sorellonstage.net
South East Arts 0419 539 335
Community Arts Group encompassing all art disciplines, ie: painting, ceramics, mosaics, photography, writing,
decorative, fabric and performing arts, to name a few. All Welcome.
Southern Beaches Writers Group 6265 1155
GARDEN
Sorell Districts Garden Club 0447 462 063
Dunalley Tasman Neighbourhood House 6253 5579
Revegetation & Garden Restoration Program
www.dunalleytasman.org
Okines Community House - Community Garden 6265 7016
www.okinescommunityhouse.com.au
HISTORICAL
Historical Society Municipality of Sorell 6265 2453
Southern Beaches Historical Society 6265 8085
0408 497 037
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CHURCHES AND RELATED ACTIVITIES
St. Georges Anglican Parish of Sorell, Richmond and Tasman 6265 2445
www.srtanglican.org.au
Blue Lagoon Christian Camp and Conference Centre 6265 8192
www.bluelagoon.org.au 0437 130 835
Copping Christian Fellowship 6253 5502
http://copping.church/
Key to Life Church of Christ, Sorell 0488 959 304
Midway Point Christian Fellowship 6265 2525
St Johns Catholic Parish, Richmond 6260 2189
stjohnsparish@bigpond.com
Salvation Army Carlton 6265 9543
www.salvationarmy.org.au/locations/tasmania/t010/carlton-corps-tasmania
Sorell Uniting Church 6265 1782
0407 685 991
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COMMUNITY HALLS
Bream Creek Hall and Showgrounds 6253 5302
Copping Community Hall 0439 396 300
Dodges Ferry Recreation Centre 6269 0000
Dunalley Community Hall 0407 350 703
Forcett Community Hall 0409 628 031
Midway Point Community Hall 6269 0000
Nugent Hall 0429 879 998
Orielton Hall 0409 132 779
Pawleena Hall 0409 215 158
Primrose Sands Hall 0409 332 797
Sorell Memorial Hall 6269 0000
St George’s Church Hall 6265 2445
Dunalley Community Hall
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COMMUNITY GROUPS
COUNTRY WOMENS ASSOCIATION
CWA - Orielton 0499 292 827
CWA - Sorell 6265 9025
www.cwatas.org.au
ENVIRONMENT
Clean Up Southern Beaches group 6265 8626
Landcare Tasmania 6234 7117
Natural Resource Management South 6221 6111
Penna Landcare 0417 473 204
Primrose Sands Landcare 0419 575 017
Southern Beaches Landcare/Coastcare Inc 0484 617 832
Wildcare Friends of Pitt Water -Orielton Lagoon gdscidraw42@gmail.com
NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSES/CENTRES
Dunalley Tasman Neighbourhood House 6253 5579
172 Arthur Highway, Dunalley
Midway Point Neighbourhood House 6265 1155
Hoffman Street, Midway Point
Okines Community House 6265 7016
510 Old Forcett Road, Dodges Ferry
RETURNED SERVICES LEAGUE
Dunalley 6253 5745
Primrose Sands 6265 5655
Sorell 6265 2784
RSL Sorell Ladies Auxiliary 6265 2784
SERVICE CLUBS
Lions Club of Sorell 0408 321 658
Lions Club of Dodges Ferry 6265 2409
Rotary Club of Sorell 0417 361 328
Legacy Widows Club 6234 6581
OTHER
Pembroke Masonic Lodge 6265 2792
Midway Point Neighbourhood Watch 0419 318 012
Southern Beaches Neighbourhood Watch 0418 124 804
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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS & SERVICES
EMPLOYMENT
South East Employment Hub 0491 225 701
Wise Employment- Sorell 6225 8100
Workskills Hobart 6230 9200
LEGAL
Hobart Community Legal Service - Sorell 6223 2500
Providing outreach legal advice on Mondays in Sorell. A community legal service providing specialist and
generalist legal services to the Southern Tasmanian Community, particularly the socially disadvantaged
and vulnerable members of the community. The service provides free legal information and advice
about problems in areas including: Employment, Centrelink payments, consumer problems, breach of
contract, planning law, scams, insurance.
SUPPORT SERVICES
Anglicare Tasmania 1800 243 232
Alcoholics Anonymous 6234 8711
Cancer Support Groups 6169 1900
Carers Tasmania 1800 422 737
Colony 47 1800 265 669
Hobart City Mission 6215 4200
Meals on Wheels 1800 696 325
Relationships Australia 1300 364 277
Salvation Army - Carlton Corps 6265 8870
Victim Support Service 6233 5002
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COMMISSIONER FOR DECLARATIONS
COMMISSIONER FOR DECLARATIONS
What is the difference between a Justice of the Peace and a Commissioner for Declarations?
Justices of the Peace (JP) and Commissioners for Declarations can sign documents that need an authorised
witness. Generally, a Commissioner for Declarations can sign most documents.
A Commissioner for Declarations can witness signatures to documents, certify a true copy of an original documents
and take statutory declarations.
A Commissioner for Declarations can:
Witness signatures to documents
Certify a true copy of an original document
Take statutory declarations
Who can be a Commissioner for Declarations?
The Minister may appoint persons to be commissioners for declarations. A person may also be a commissioner for
declarations if that person is
(a) is authorised to practice as a member of a profession;
(b) a person listed in an employment group; or
(c) a member of a group of persons declared by the Minister to be an occupational group.
For more information head to:
www.justice.tas.gov.au/commissionersfordeclarations
Local Commissioners for Declarations
Australia Post - Sorell 13 13 18
Tasmania Police - Sorell and Dunalley Stations 131 444
Sorell Council 6269 0000
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COUNCIL INFORMATION
SORELL COUNCIL
Street Address 47 Cole Street, Sorell
Postal Address PO Box 126, Sorell TAS 7172)
Telephone (03) 6269 0000
Email sorell.council@sorell.tas.gov.au
Website www.sorell.tas.gov.au
Office Hours 8.00 am to 4.45 pm
ELECTED MEMBERS
Elected Members until October 2022 elections:
Mayor Kerry Vincent 0408 023 302
Deputy Mayor Natham Reynolds 0416 041 720
Councillor Kerry Degrassi 0439 658 842
Councillor Carmel Torenius 0402 099 865
Councillor Melinda Reed 0408 554 934
Councillor Beth Nichols 0418 144 653
Councillor Deborah De Williams 0418 350 794
Councillor Vlad Gala 0409 212 332
Councillor Geoffrey Jackson 0427 657 703
COUNCIL MEETINGS
Council meetings are conducted on the third Tuesday of every month commencing at 6:00pm. Meetings
are held in the Council Chambers and are open to the public, with the exception of when an item is to be
dealt with in closed meeting. The Council meeting agenda is available on Council’s website on the
Thursday preceding the meeting.
DEVELOPMENT ASSESSMENT SPECIAL COMMITTEE (DASC)
DASC meetings are held on Tuesdays at 4.30pm at the Sorell Council Offices when required. This meeting
will be advertised in The Mercury on the Wednesday prior to the meeting being held (please confirm
prior to attending). The purpose of DASC meetings is
for Council, as the planning authority, to determine
those development applications deemed to be
discretionary, within the Municipality, and to which
delegation has not been provided. These meetings are
open to the public and the agenda is available on
Council’s website on the Thursday preceding the
meeting.
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CHURCHES ANDAND
EDUCATION RELATED
CHILDACTIVITIES
CARE
SCHOOLS
For information on Government schools please visit www.education.tas.gov.au
Dodges Ferry Primary School 6265 8116
Dunalley Primary School 6253 5151
Sorell School (Kinder - Grade 10) 6269 1100
South East Trade Training Centre 62691199
Home Schooling Group 6253 5206
OUTSIDE SCHOOL HOURS CARE
DODGES FERRY
Gumnut Before and After School Care 6265 9288
DUNALLEY
Adventure Patch Dunalley Outside School Hours Care 6229 4914
SORELL
Lady Gowrie After School Care and Vacation Care
6230 6872
CHILD CARE CENTRES
DODGES FERRY
Gumnut Child Care Centre 6265 9288
www.gumnuttas.com.au
MIDWAY POINT
Lady Gowrie Tasmania 6230 6872
www.gowrie-tas.com.au
FAMILY DAY CARE
Lady Gowrie Tasmania 6230 6810
Clarence Children's Services - Family Day Care Scheme 6217 9610
PLAY GROUPS
DUNALLEY
Dunalley Tasman Neighbourhood House 6253 5579
MIDWAY POINT
Midway Point Neighbourhood House 6265 1155
PRIMROSE SANDS
Primrose Sands Community Hall 0409 332 797
OTHER
Early Childhood Intervention Service 6231 1625
Early Childhood Intervention Services support children with a disability or developmental delay from birth
to school entry, and their families. The service builds on opportunities for learning and development that
are provided at home or through birth-4 programs.
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EMERGENCY SERVICES
IN THE EVENT OF ANY EMERGENCY CALL 000
TASMANIA POLICE
Police Assistance Line 131 444
The Police Assistance Line (131 444) is a national number for people to contact police for non-
emergencies. For example, call 131 444 to report irresponsible driving or a noisy party.
Dunalley Police Station 131 444
Sorell Police Station 131 444
Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000
TASMANIAN AMBULANCE SERVICE
Non-urgent ambulance (Free Call) 1800 008 008
Patient Transport (non– emergency) 1300 513 997
TASMANIA FIRE SERVICE
Head Office 6173 2740
Fire Permits (24 hours) 1800 000 699
VOLUNTEER FIRE BRIGADES
Dodges Ferry 0408 119 442
Dunalley 0410 220 330
Midway Point 0408 515 259
Orielton 0438 376 052
Primrose Sands 0487 507 707
Wattle Hill 0429 652 927
District Officer - East Coast 6214 8836
SEA RESCUE
Dodges Ferry 6265 9666
STATE EMERGENCY SERVICE
For emergency help in flood, storm and tsunami 132 500
www.ses.tas.gov.au
TASWATER
www.taswater.com.au 136 992
TASNETWORKS
Report electrical emergencies and outages 132 004
General Enquiries
www.tasnetworks.com.au 1300 137 008
TasALERT
TasALERT is an emergency warning and information system in an online platform. It provides a single
source of clear and consistent emergency and resilience information from across Government.
www.alert.tas.gov.au
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GOVERNMENT SERVICES
CENTRELINK
Shop 3, 5 Fitzroy Street, Sorell 136 240
In the rear of the Service Tasmania outlet.
CHILD SUPPORT 131 107
MEDICARE 136 240
SERVICE TASMANIA
Shop 3, 5 Fitzroy Street, Sorell 1300 135 513
www.service.tas.gov.au
You can access a number of Government transactions, services and information in a single convenient
location.
Opening Hours:
Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm
LIBRARIES TASMANIA
Cole Street, Sorell 6165 6452
www.libraries.tas.gov.au
Free WIFI 6.00am - 9.00pm
Opening Hours:
Monday - Friday 10:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday 10:00am - 12:00pm
Services include:
Borrowing
Computers and internet
Activities for babies and toddlers
Space to study, research and read
Help with reading, writing and maths
Community Information noticeboard
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HEALTH SERVICES
SORELL COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTRE
57 Cole Street, Sorell 6166 1400
The Sorell Community Health Centre provides residents with the opportunity to access quality health and
community services. There are a number of Community Services, Visiting Services, Clinics and Support
Groups that operate from the centre. Including social work, child health, speech pathology,
physiotherapy, podiatry, occupational therapy, incontinence management, community nutrition, oral
health, children’s dental, home care support and mental health.
Community Mental Health Nurse 6166 1400
Child Health Service 6166 1400
Providing counselling, support and health/practical parenting information for families, growth/
development assessments for children and referral to other health professionals as required in
consultation with the family.
Children's Dental Service 1300 011 013
The Children's Dental Service provides a wide range of dental services including relief of pain, restorative
and preventative services and maintenance of dental health.
SOUTH EASTERN COMMUNITY CARE
12 Somerville Street, Sorell 6269 1200
Provides a wide range of health care options to assist clients and carers to maintain an optimum level of
health while remaining in their own home. Services include: community nursing, domestic assistance,
personal care, home and garden maintenance, social support, in-home respite care, respite for carers
day centres, packaged .
www.secommunitycare.com.au
UNITING AGEWELL SORELL COMMUNITY (NINGANA)
1 The Circle, Sorell 6269 1000
Is a residential care facility with 72 high and low care places including independent housing, respite and
palliative care.
www.unitingagewell.org
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HEALTH SERVICES
Australian Hearing 134 432
13 Gordon St Sorell
www.hearing.com.au
Tasmanian Aboriginal Health Service 6234 0777
DOCTORS
Shop 1 /52 Carlton Beach Road 6265 8700
Dodges Ferry
Sorell Family Practice 6265 2341
Sorell Plaza, 12 Cole Street
Includes Aliied Health Servies (Podiatry, physiotherapy, psychology, chiropractic, audio, dental, massage)
Sorell Doctors Surgery 6165 1595
31 Gordon Street, Sorell
DENTISTS
Dentists of Tasmania 6265 2009
Shop 13/ 5 Fitzroy Court, Sorell
Dentures at Sorell 6269 2500
46 Main Road, Sorell
OPTOMETRIST
Eyelines - Gateway Shopping Centre 6265 3011
Total Eye Care - Sorell Plaza 6265 2552
OTHER
Alcohol and Drug Service 1300 139 641
www.dhhs.tas.gov.au
Anglicare Tasmania 1800 243 232
Personal Helpers and Mentors Services 6213 3555
www.anglicare-tas.org.au
Australian Breastfeeding Association 1800 686 268
www.breastfeedingtasmania.asn.au
Hobart Pathology - Sorell 6223 1955
www.hobartpath.com.au
Breast Screen 132 050
PHARMACY
Terry White Chemist – 31 Gordon Street, 6265 1195
Chemist Warehouse – 2 Gordon Street 6265 2153
Sorell Plaza Pharmacy – 12 Cole Street 6269 3981
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HELPLINES
HELPLINES
Alcoholics Anonymous Helpline 1300 222 222
Alcohol and Drug Service 1300 139 641
Beyond Blue 1300 224 636
Child Protection Line 1800 000 123
Family Violence Counselling and Support Service 1800 608 122
Gambling Helpline 1800 858 858
Healthdirect Hotline 1800 022 222
Kids Helpline 1800 551 800
Lifeline 131 114
MensLine Australia 1300 789 978
Mental Health Services 1800 332 388
National Dementia Helpline 1800 100 500
PANDA National Perinatal Mental Health Helpline 1300 726 306
Parent Line 1300 808 178
Poison Information Hotline 131 126
QLife 1800 184 527
Quitline 137 848
Sexual Assault Support Service 1800 697 877
Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467
1800 RESPECT 1800 737 732
National Sexual Assault, domestic family violence counselling service
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JUSTICES OF THE PEACE
JUSTICES OF THE PEACE
A JP can witness affidavits, warrants, oaths , summons, and where it has been explicitly requested, documents can
be witnessed by a JP.
A JP can witness:
Affidavits
Warrants
Oaths
Summons, and
Where it has been explicitly requested, documents can be witnessed by a Justice of the Peace.
For more information head to:
www.justice.tas.gov.au/justice-of-the-peace/find
DODGES FERRY
Rodney Cooper 0418 597 741
Kerry Deayton 0428 910 006
Brian Heffernan 0412 683 439
Brian Paul 0438 520 744
Maureen Sanderson 0418 339 550
COPPING
Rob Leach 0488 782 929
DUNALLEY
John Gourlay 0419 201 073
ORIELTON
Henry Holder 6374 22 34
PENNA
Geoffrey Storr 0419 538 859
PRIMROSE SANDS
Brendan Kelly 0408 101 843
SORELL
Ian Bannister 0400 652 514
Barry Curtain 0439 651 660
Graeme Evans 0418 462 591
Cheryl Onn 6269 0000
Stephen Wilson 0407 626 531
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PUBLIC TOILETS
BOOMER BAY
Boomer Bay boat ramp
DODGES FERRY
Boat Park
Carlton Beach Surf Life Saving Club
Dodges Ferry Football Clubrooms
Park Beach car park
DUNALLEY
Denison Canal Park, Arthur Highway
Imlay Street Park
MIDWAY POINT
Flyway Island Park
MARION BAY
Marion Bay Beach car park
PRIMROSE SANDS
Gypsy Bay boat ramp
Opposite the General Store on Primrose Sands Road
SORELL
Gateway Shopping Centre, Cole Street
Park and Ride facility, Station Lane
Pioneers Park, Pelham Street
Sorell Plaza, Cole Street
St Georges Square, Gordon Street (all access toilet)
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SENIORS
SOCIAL AND INTEREST GROUPS
The Causeway Club 6265 3404
Dodges Ferry Senior Citizens 6265 8208
Midway Point Senior Citizens 6265 1003
The Sorell School for Seniors 6248 6191
Sorell Council Seniors Advisory Group 6269 0000
Sorell Legacy Widows 6269 2860
INFORMATION AND SUPPORT
Advance Care Planning Australia 1300 208 582
Advance Care Planning Australia is a free national advisory service for both the public and health
professionals. The advisory team can assist with making sure your goals, values and preferences are
heard, advise on how to choose a substitute decision-maker and complete an Advance Care Directive.
www.advancecareplanning.org.au
Advocacy Tasmania Inc 1800 005 131 Freecall
A free, confidential and independent advocacy service for older people, people with mental health
issues, people with disabilities and people with drug and/or alcohol-related problems, their carers and
relatives. Information about your rights and help to resolve problems or complaints.
www.advocacytasmania.org.au
Carers Tasmania 6144 3700
Carers Tasmania provides recognition, support and advice to make sure that carers get the help they
require to fulfil their role to its best potential. They work to improve the health, wellbeing, resilience and
financial security of carers. They encourage partnerships with government and the health and
community sectors and are the voice of carers so that their contribution to the Tasmanian community
and economy is recognised.
www.carerstas.org
Council of the Ageing Tasmania 6231 3265
Council of the Ageing Tasmania (COTA Tas) is the primary organisation representing the rights of older
Tasmanians.
www.cotatas.org.au
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SENIORS
Dementia Australia 1800 100 500
Dementia Australia represents the 459,000 Australians living with dementia and the 1.6 million
Australians who care for them. They advocate for the needs of people living with dementia, for their
families and their carers and provide support.
www.dementia.org.au
Department of Veteran’s Affairs 1300 550 450
There are a number of services available to Department of Veteran’s Affairs (DVA) Veterans including
Veterans’ Home Care (VHC), designed to maintain health, wellbeing and independence.
www.dva.gov.au
Independent Living Centre 1300 885 886
Independent Living Centre is a charitable non-profit community organisation that provides advice and
information about assistive technology – this includes equipment, techniques, software etc that allow a
task to be performed. They employ health professionals including occupational therapists and speech
pathologists. Consultations can be in person, by telephone, email or fax. Education and mobile outreach
visits across all of Tasmania are also offered.
www.ilctas.asn.au
Palliative Care Tasmania 6231 2799
Palliative Care Tasmania (PCT) is the peak representative body for palliative care in Tasmania and is
affiliated with Palliative Care Australia. They provide support to Tasmanians with life-limiting illness and
their families, educate service providers, carers, volunteers and the community about palliative care and
support workers involved in the care of people who are dying.
www.pallcaretas.org.au
Tasmanian Elder Abuse Helpline 1800 441 169 Helpline
Older Tasmanians have the right to dignity and respect and to be able to make their own decisions. They
also have the right to live in a safe environment free from abuse. The helpline provides information on
actions older people can take to help prevent or respond to elder abuse and provides appropriate
referrals to services. They also provide concerned family members and service providers with information
and advice in relation to elder abuse.
www.elderabuse.tas.gov.au
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SENIORS
Carer Gateway
1800 422 737 (Monday to Friday 8am – 6pm)
www.carergateway.gov.au
Carer Gateway provides information about services and support available for people who care for
someone with disability, chronic illness, dementia, mental illness or who are frail aged. Developed
specifically for carers, Carer Gateway helps carers access practical information and advice and connect
with services in their local area. Visit the Carers Gateway website for digital services including:
Digital counselling services to help carers manage daily challenges, reduce stress and strain, and plan
for the future.
Online peer support, connecting carers with other carers for knowledge and experience sharing,
emotional support and mentoring.
Online coaching resources with simple techniques and strategies for goal-setting and future planning
Educational resources to increase skills and knowledge of carers relating to specific caring situations,
to build confidence and improve wellbeing.
These new online services have been designed and tested in consultation with carers and the sector.
Carer Gateway includes a website and phone service to assist carers to locate their nearest support
services.
My Aged Care
1800 200 422 (Monday to Friday 8am - 8pm and Saturdays 10am – 2.pm)
www.myagedcare.gov.au
If you need some help around your home or it’s time to look into residential aged care, My Aged Care has
all the information you require. My Aged Care was established by the Australian Government to assist
people over 65 (55+ for people whom identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander) to access aged care
services. It provides people with more choice, more control and easier access to a full range of aged care
services.
Step 1 - Learn about different types of care
If you are just starting out on your aged care journey, this is your first step. You can see what services are
available to help you stay in your own home, or what to expect in an aged care home.
Step 2 - Get assessed
If you’ve had a look at what services might be available and you want to know if you are eligible, this is
your next step. Read about how to apply and what’s involved in the assessment process.
Step 3 - Find a provider
If you’ve been assessed and are ready to find a provider and set up your new services, start here. Find out
what to consider and get information about service providers near you.
Step 4 - Manage your services
If you are receiving services and want to check what you’ve got in place or make some changes, head to
this section.
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SOCIAL GROUPS
EATING WITH FRIENDS PROGRAM
Midway Point Neighbourhood House 6265 1155
Primrose Sands Hall 6265 5304
Sorell School 6269 1100
Dunalley and Tasman Neighbourhood House 6253 5579
Okines Community House 6265 7016
HEART FOUNDATION WALKING GROUPS
Sorell - Contact Leah 6265 3345
Murdunna/Dunalley - contact Anne 6253 5715
www.heartfoundation.org.au
SOCIAL
The Men’s Shed 0478 051 266
Station Lane, Sorell
Men’s Breakfast 0419 876 811
Sorell Memorial Hall
Sorell and Districts Dog Walking Association 0418 144 653
YOUNG PEOPLE
1st Sorell Girl Guides 6223 6933
1st Pittwater Scouts Association 6265 2453
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SPORT AND RECREATION
ATHLETICS
South East Districts Little Athletics 0429 997 001
www.sedla.org.au
BADMINTON
Dodges Ferry Recreation Centre 0438 520 744
BASKETBALL
South Eastern Basketball Association 0488 113 509
BOWLS
Indoor Bowls (Dodges Ferry) 0427 809 308
Sorell Bowls and Community Club 6265 2503
www.sorellbowlsclub.com.au
CRICKET
Dodges Ferry Cricket Club 6265 8017
www.dodgesferrycricket.com.au
Sorell Cricket Club 0428 451 432
www.tascricket.com.au
DANCING
Rhythmic Dancing (Midway Point) 6268 0864
FITNESS
General Fitness - Dunalley Tasman Neighbourhood House 6253 5579
Flippers Aquatics (Lewisham) 0418 907 235
General Fitness classes- Midway Point Neighbourhood House 6265 1155
General Fitness classes - Okines Community House 6265 7016
Healthy Horizons - Dodges Ferry 6265 9404
www.healthyhorizons.com.au
Cody Barratt Fitness (Sorell) 0488 990 207
Enriched Fitness 0427 033 694
www.enrichedfitness.com.au
ZAP - Sorell 6265 1722
www.zapfitness.com.au
FOOTBALL
Dodges Ferry Football Club 0412 428 224
Sorell Football Club 0409 796 265
Sorell Junior Football Club 0409 237 392
South East Suns Women’s Football Club 0437 946 823
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SPORT AND RECREATION
GOLF
Dunalley Golf Club 6253 5587
Pittwater Golf Club (Midway Point) 6265 2069
HORSE RIDING
Dodges Ferry Horse Riding Club 6265 7551
KARATE
Ryukyu Shotokan Karate 0409 359 369
GKR Karate Sorell 0450 011 655
NETBALL
South East Suns Netball Association 0428 596 089
www.senasuns.com
SHOOTING
SSA Blue Hills Sporting Shooters Club 0407 423 312
www.ssaabluehills.org.au
South East Field and Game 6265 1158
www.fga.net.au
SOCCER
Dodges Ferry Junior Soccer Club 0458 658 374
www.dodgesferrysoccer.org
South East United Football Club 0437 124 993
www.seunitedfc.org
SURFING
Park Beach Board Riders Inc 0418 379 027
SURF LIFESAVING
Carlton Park Surf Life Saving Club 0408 338 716
www.carltonparkslsc.com.au
TENNIS
Sorell Tennis Club 0427 657 703
www.tennis.com.au/sorelltennisclub
YACHT CLUBS
Lewisham Motor Yacht Club 0408 002 105
www.lmyct.com.au
Midway Point Yacht Club 6265 2078
www.midwaypointyachtclub.yachting.org.au
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TOURIST INFORMATION
DODGES FERRY TOURIST INFORMATION BOARDS
Old Forcett Road, Dodges Ferry
Tourist Information
DUNALLEY TOURIST INFORMATION BOARDS
Denison Canal Park, Arthur Highway, Dunalley
Tourist and historical information
SORELL TOURIST INFORMATION BOARDS
St George’s Square, Sorell
Tourist and historical information
SORELL COUNCIL RV SHORT STAY AREA 6269 0000
Pembroke Park Montagu Street, Sorell
Sorell has been officially recognised by the Campervan and Motorhome Club of Australia as being RV
Friendly. A small fee applies for overnight stay. An RV waste disposal dump point is provided at the site
free of charge. The Rest Area is in Montagu Street, Sorell. A permit fee is payable and there is a maximum
ten night stay. Permits available from the Council chambers between 8:00am and 4:45pm Monday to
Friday, or onsite – please place correct money in envelope provided and place in safe deposit box near
dump point. Please ensure all permits are displayed clearly on dash board of vehicle. The RV Park has a
BBQ shelter with a free BBQ and picnic tables, sponsored by the Lions Club of Sorell. Dogs are welcome
but must be on lead at all times
TOURIST RADIO
FM 88 Tourist Radio provides information for tourists and visitors to the area, 24 hours a day, seven days
a week, promoting local tourist attractions, products and services, and giving local area information.
DISCOVER TASMANIA
www.discovertasmania.com.au
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TRANSPORT
COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
Community Transport Services Tasmania 6208 8500
Community Transport Services Tasmania Inc. (CTST) is a state-wide community based not-for-profit
organisation that provides affordable door-to-door community transport for the over 65s, and people
with a disability. They help their consumers to continue living independently within their community by
allowing them to continue to attend appointments such as regular visits to the doctor, trips to the shops
or hairdressers or to events such as flower shows, concerts or sporting events.
https://ctst.org.au/
PARK AND RIDE
There is a dedicated Park and Ride facility located in Station Lane, Sorell.
PUBLIC BUS SERVICES
Redline 1300 360 000
Redline operates the Government’s public bus service in our Municipality.
www.tasredline.com.au
Tassielink 1300 300 520
Tassielink Transit is the most extensive bus network around Tasmania, providing affordable bus services to people
of all ages through over 50 regional and remote towns and villages.
www.tassielink.com.au
TAXIS
United Taxis 133 222
Deliver a reliable, punctual and dependable taxi service in and around Hobart. Maxi taxis are also available.
Taxi Combined Services 132 227
providing taxis to the greater Hobart area. Can meet all your service needs from wheelchair accessible taxis to long
wheel base luxury vehicles with experienced drivers.
OTHER
Transport Access Scheme 1300 135 513
The Transport Access Scheme assists people with a life-long permanent and severe disability which affects their
mobility. The scheme incorporates the Australian Disability Parking Permit and the Taxi Subsidy Scheme.
www.transport.tas.gov.au/public_transport/concessions
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YOUTH
ACTIVITIES/GROUPS
Anglican Parish of South East Tasmania 6265 2445
KidsPlus+ Sorell (Prep-Grade 6)
Meet Wednesdays 3:00pm-4:30pm at the Sorell Church Hall during school terms.
Sorell Youth (Grades 7-10)
Meets Fridays 3.00pm-5.00pm iat the Sorell Church Hall during school terms.
Dunalley Youth Activities 6253 5579
Dunalley Tasman Neighbourhood House
www.dunalleytasman.org
Okines Community House 6265 7016
Dodges Ferry
www.okinescommunityhouse.com.au
Salvation Army - Carlton 6265 8870
Youth Drop In Centre - Friday nights
www.salvationarmy.org.au/locations/tasmania/t010/carlton-corps-tasmania/
Sorell Rural Youth Club 0488 911 333
www.ruralyouth.com.au
Copping Christian Fellowship Youth 6253 5502
http://copping.church/
Midway Point Neighbourhood House 6265 1155
34 Hoffman Street Midway Point
www.nht.org.au/houses/midway-point-neighbourhood-house
SKATE AND BMX
There are three skate parks, three BMX tracks, a dirt jump and a skate ramp in the Sorell Municipality:
Skate Parks: Sorell, Dodges Ferry, Dunalley
BMX tracks: Montagu Street Sorell, Copping Community Hall, Primrose Sands Community Hall
Dirt Jump: Sorell
Skate Ramps: Primrose Sands
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YOUTH
ADVOCACY
Youth Network of Tasmania 6223 5511
The Youth Network of Tasmania (YNOT) is the peak body for the non-government youth sector in
Tasmania, to improve the community's response to youth issues by:
Involving young people and service providers in identifying and responding to youth issues;
Developing coordinating mechanisms across the youth sector; and
Providing advice to government and other agencies on youth issues.
YNOT also encompasses the Tasmanian Youth Forum (TYF) and the Tasmanian Youth Conference (TYC).
www.ynot.org.au
Commissioner for Children & Young People 6166 1366
Promoting the rights and wellbeing of children and young people in Tasmania.
www.childcomm.tas.gov.au
EMPLOYMENT
South East Employment Hub 0491 225 701
11 Fitzroy Street, Sorell
www.seehub.com.au
MENTAL HEALTH
Headspace 6231 2927
www.headspace.org.au/headspace-centres/hobart
Child and Adolescent Mental Health 1800 332 388
Clare House is a specialist mental health service for children and young people up to the age of 18 years
and their families.
www.dhhs.tas.gov.au
SUPPORT AND REFERRAL SERVICES
Children, Youth and Families 1800 000 123
www.communities.tas.gov.au/children-youth-and-families
Community Health Social Worker 6166 1400
Sorell Community Health Centre
Salvation Army - Carlton 6265 8870
Welfare assistance, emergency relief, counselling, men's shed, youth group, budgeting and financial
counselling.
Pulse Youth Health South 6166 1421
Provides health services for young people 12-24 years.
www.dhhs.tas.gov.au/service_information/services_files/pulse_youth_health_south
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For further information please contact:
Sorell Council
Phone: 03 6269 0000
Email: sorell.council@sorell.tas.gov.au
Website: www.sorell.tas.gov.au
Facebook: www.facebook.com/sorellcouncil/
Sorell Council - Community Services Directory June 2021
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