About Connecting Derwent Valley

We are an e-network of service providers, volunteer groups, service clubs, sporting clubs, special interest groups, event organisers, information providers and local and state government operating with and for the people of the Derwent Valley in Southern Tasmania.

Keeping you informed

Connecting Derwent Valley has been developed by the New Norfolk Neighbourhood Watch. We publish information about New Norfolk and the wider Derwent Valley in order to:

Identify, understand and address issues that affect local community health and safety.
Assist the community learn more about practical ways to improve personal and home security.
Improve community knowledge regarding crime prevention, detection and reporting.
Promote community wellbeing, increased feelings of safety and
Improve community harmony by increasing communication and collaboration.

Acknowledging our place in history

We believe that it’s essential to improve recognition of the traditional owners along with our rich colonial past. To achieve this we publish historical and landmark information on an interactive timeline which outlines events over time. We welcome comments and suggestions to add more content that will enhance the history timeline.

Publicising Community, Service Group and Gov. activities

We acknowledge the great work being done by Community, Service groups and Government in our region. We are happy to help promote their programs in order to increase participation for the benefit of the people in the Derwent Valley.

Promoting local business enterprises

We provide free listings of local businesses in the form of a directory that makes them easy to find and contact. We strongly believe in shopping locally and encouraging visitors to stay, shop and taste the Derwent Valley.

Need more information ? drop us a message

Add your Community Group

If you are involved with a Community Group based in the Derwent Valley we invite you to join the e-Hub. Follow the link to provide some basic information and we'll be in touch with you soon.

Add your DV Business

If you are running any sort of business in the Derwent valley we invite you add your business listing to this site. Retail outlets, professional services, accommodation providers and food businesses are most welcome.

If you are wanting to connect with any of the Community Groups or Businesses included on the website please use the contact information on their pages.

Add a Community Article or Promotion

Anyone working in an official capacity with a local Community group is welcome to posts articles about what they are doing in the Derwent Valley. It could be news, information or advice. Use the Contact Form on this page to make an enquiry.