Tasmania Police have launched an investigation into an overnight fire at the Glenorchy Waste Management Centre. Emergency services were called to the facility on Friday, October 2, 2026, following multiple reports of a fire in progress.
Tasmania Fire Service and Tasmania Police personnel were dispatched to the scene at approximately 9pm. Upon arrival, police observed the fire burning at the top end of the tip.
The Tasmania Fire Service attended to extinguish the blaze. Police believe the fire originated in a pile of mattresses located at the site.
Authorities are now appealing to the public for assistance with their ongoing investigation. Tasmania Police urge anyone with information, or with CCTV or dash cam footage of individuals acting suspiciously in the area prior to the fire, to come forward.
Members of the public can contact police directly on 131444 or provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Information can also be submitted online at crimestopperstas.com.au. When providing information, the police reference number ESCAD 000458-02102026 should be quoted.
The investigation into the cause of the fire is continuing. As this is an active police investigation, no further details have been released at this time.