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The Tasmanian Government has secured funding for the next stage of the Tamar Irrigation Scheme.Minister for Energy and Renewables, Nick Duigan, said a business case will be progressed to determine whether a scheme supporting both agriculture and gree...

Eddie Ockenden’s decision to retire from international hockey after more than 450 games may be a loss for the Kookaburras but a gain for Tasmanian hockey.The 37-year-old will return home to Tasmania where he will join the Tasmanian Institute of...

A project to modernise the current wastewater system within the Freycinet National Park is a step closer, with the public invited to provide feedback on the Freycinet National Park Wastewater project.The Freycinet Peninsula Master Plan 2019, informed...

Tasmania’s renewable energy future has become the latest victim of Labor’s shameless attempt to kowtow to inner-city Mainland voters.The Robbins Island Wind Farm will generate hundreds of jobs, hundreds of millions of dollars in economic ...

Congratulations to Ms Rachel Watson who has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Hydro Tasmania.Minister for Energy and Renewables, Nick Duigan, said Ms Watson has been selected following an comprehensive recruitment process.“Ms...

Launceston’s most iconic food and wine celebration is planning another showcase of the State’s best offerings.Festivale will return to Launceston’s City Park in February with more than 70 stallholders set to serve up a diverse sprea...

The Tasmanian Green Hydrogen Hub at Bell Bay has reached the next stage with potential industry partners for the Hub now being sought.Minister for Energy and Renewables, Nick Duigan, said the opening of a Registrations of Interest process marked a si...

Tasmania’s sports carnivals are a hallmark of the Christmas-New Year season and they’re back better than ever this year.Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan, said the events are a fabulous opportunity to see some of the best compet...

Northern Tasmania’s New Year will be brought in with a celebration of Tasmania’s finest beer, cider, wine, and gourmet street food.The seventh annual BeerFest kicks off in Launceston’s Royal Park on New Year’s Eve.Minister for...

The 2025 Cygnet Folk Festival will bring its signature celebration of local and international music and culture to the Huon Valley this weekend.Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan, said the Cygnet Folk Festival was one of Australia’s mo...

The Hobart Gymnastics Academy’s bid for a new home is supported by $2.5 million from the Tasmanian Government.Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan said the Brighton Council had been working with the academy to prove up and develop the pr...

The 30th Hobart International Tennis Tournament has wrapped up today at the Domain Tennis Centre after another bumper event.Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan, said around 70 of the world’s best women’s tennis players battled it ...

Tasmanians right across the state will be able to unite to watch the Hobart Hurricanes vie for the BBL title. Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan, said a number of watch parties have been locked in, along with free public transport to the gam...

Launceston's City Park has once again been transformed into a hive of activity as preparations for the north’s biggest celebration of food and beverages begin. Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan said many mark Festivale weekend in thei...

Launceston’s new $3.1 million state-of-the-art tennis centre is officially open and ready to serve up a powerful impact on the local sports scene.Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan said it was fantastic to watch these upgrades transfor...

The most used sports precinct in Hobart is set to receive upgrades to allow for greater capacity following a $1.5 million investment by the Tasmanian Government.Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan, said he was pleased to announce that Stage 1...

The Tasmanian Government welcomes Hydro and Liberty Bell Bay signing a long-term deal.Minister for Energy and Renewables, Nick Duigan, said the new agreement secures the future of one the State’s major industrials for the next 10 years.“I...

The Three Capes Track is renowned for its world-class eco-tourism and demonstrates the potential Tasmania’s economy has when we balance tourism with sustainability.Minister for Parks, Nick Duigan, said the Three Capes Track is visited by thousa...

The world’s best mountain bike riders will hit the ground at Maydena Bike Park this weekend for the second Red Bull Hardline in the Southern Hemisphere.The invite-only line-up of 34 male and female mountain bikers will battle it out on some of ...

One of Hobart’s most used cricket and football grounds is set to receive a significant upgrade to its ageing facilities.The Tasmanian Cricket Association Ground, at Queens Domain, is used by hundreds of players from the Hobart Football Club, DO...

Tasmanian football fans will continue to enjoy live AFL games with a renewed $9.1m sponsorship deal with Hawthorn Football Club locked in.Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan, said he was thrilled to continue the 24-year partnership with the H...

Shovels have hit the ground for a new village walkway at Ben Lomond National Park.Minister for Parks, Nick Duigan, said the four-year $2.8 million project has commenced with the first stage now underway, securing Ben Lomond a year-round destination.&...

The Tasmanian Government welcomes the dismissal of the Robbins Island Wind Farm action in the Supreme Court.Minister for Energy and Renewables, Nick Duigan, said common sense had prevailed.“This is an important project for Tasmania. It will be ...

With a Federal election set to be called within days, the Federal Labor Government is putting Robbins Island in the “too hard basket” as they go into caretaker mode.Minister for Energy and Renewables, Nick Duigan, said Tanya Plibersek nee...

The redevelopment of the Launceston Silverdome has taken another step forward with the request for tender released today.The Tasmanian Government has advertised for a Lead Architect, Design Team tender and a Project Manager for the redevelopment.Mini...