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The Tasmanian Government is focused on building safer and more efficient roads all around the State.As part of this, we are seeking community feedback on the next stage of Tasman Highway upgrades at the Sideling.The upgrades will be delivered between...

Tasmania’s iconic West Coast Wilderness Railway has been officially accepted into Tourism Australia’s Cultural Attractions of Australia collective.This national collective showcases Australia’s most significant cultural experiences ...

Tasmanians are being presented with a stark reality today, as the new Our Speed is Your Safety Campaign was launched.This year’s theme focuses on reckless driving through roadworks.Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Kerry Vincent, said ...

The Liberal Government is delivering for Tasmania by strengthening the local government sector.Minister for Local Government, Kerry Vincent, has today released a discussion paper on proposed reforms to deliver more effective representation and fairer...

The Liberal Government is continuing to deliver on its commitment to strengthen the local government sector.Minister for Local Government, Kerry Vincent, has today released the Local Government Targeted Amendment Bill 2025 draft for consultation, mar...

The Tasmanian Government is upgrading bus stops along major highways to improve accessibility and comfort for passengers.These works form part of the Government’s Bus Stop Upgrade Program, which is delivering all-access, all-weather bus stops a...

The new Midway Point Park and Ride is opening shortly and will give local communities more options when travelling into the Hobart CBD.Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Kerry Vincent, said the new facility was one of three new park and ride ...

The Tasmanian Government is delivering more homes faster through its new ModHomes program.The Government is getting on with delivering on its 2025 election commitment to expand the ModHomes program by a further 200 homes.Minister for Housing and Plan...

The future of Tasmania’s largest cargo port has been secured for the next 30 years.TasPorts and Strait Link have finalised a new lease and terminal arrangement for the Port of Burnie.Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Kerry Vincent, sai...

A new three-year agreement signed between the Devonport Airport and Qantas will deliver a significant boost to North West Tasmania.This new agreement will see an improvement in traveller amenity, stronger reliability and further activation of this re...

The final order for the redevelopment of the Macquarie Point Precinct has been made in line with it being declared a Project of State Significance.Minister for Housing and Planning, Kerry Vincent, recommended Her Excellency as Governor-in-Council mak...

Roadworks to strengthen Bridgewater-bound lanes of the Brooker Highway near the Claremont Link Road overpass will start next week.  The project is jointly funded under the Australian and Tasmanian Governments’ Freight Capacity Upgrade Prog...

The latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics has shown building approvals in Tasmania have hit a two year high.221 building approvals went ahead in September 2025, which is an 11 per cent increase on September 2024.Minister for Housing an...

A revised draft Bill to introduce independent Development Assessment Panels (DAPs) is now open for public consultation.Minister for Housing and Planning, Kerry Vincent, said the revised draft Bill includes a range of modifications.“The Governme...

The Tasmanian Government is continuing to deliver transport and infrastructure projects while also streamlining the way expert consultants and contractors are engaged.Following a competitive tender process, 14 preferred consultants have been appointe...

The Tasmanian Government is inviting community feedback on proposed upgrades to the West Tamar Highway between Trevallyn and Riverside.This project is jointly funded by the Australian and Tasmanian governments as part of a $36 million commitment to u...

The Tasmanian Government will increase the council distribution from the Heavy Vehicle Motor Tax to $5 million.The initiative will provide for a one-off additional contribution to be distributed to local councils to invest in road upgrades across Tas...

The Tasmanian Government is seeking community feedback on the draft Southern Tasmania Regional Land Use Strategy (STRLUS).The STRLUS is a plan that guides how land is used and developed in Southern Tasmania over the next 25 years.Minister for Housing...

A single set of policies to inform the entirety of Tasmania’s planning system is on the way with the release of the inaugural Tasmanian Planning Policies (TPPs).Minister for Housing and Planning, Kerry Vincent, said the policies were set to com...

Patina vehicles and campervans will be permitted under changes to Tasmania’s Special Interest Vehicles Scheme.The changes follow a detailed review of the scheme’s guidelines, including a survey which received nearly 3,500 responses.Minist...

The Tasmanian Government continues to deliver new social housing for Tasmanians, with 17 units now completed at Geeveston.Backed by a $2.3 million investment from the Government, St Joseph Affordable Homes delivered the units which will be managed by...

The value cap for new home construction through the MyHome Shared Equity Program has been raised to $800,000, delivering on a key election commitment of the Tasmanian Liberal Government.Delivered in partnership with the Bank of Us, the Program has he...

A trial of our state-wide common ticketing system is underway on the Derwent Ferry service.River commuters will now be able to pay for ferry transport with a bank card or smart device, rather than cash or a card that needs to be pre-loaded with money...

The Tasmanian Government is delivering a vital boost to facilities at Flinders Island Airport.Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Kerry Vincent, said the issuing of a grant deed to Flinders Island Council for the Flinders Island Airport projec...

Following the release of the Southern Tasmanian Regional Land Use Strategy for consultation, the Tasmanian Government is working to finalise drafts of equivalent strategies for northern Tasmania and the Cradle Coast. The Northern Tasmania Development...