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A re-elected majority Liberal Government will create the beating heart of Burnie, as part of our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future.Premier Jeremy Rockliff said the $17.3 million investment will support the Burnie City Council to complete t...

Tasmania’s export sector is in the spotlight again, with the announcement of the 2024 Tasmanian Export Awards major partner, TasPorts. For the fourth consecutive year, TasPorts has been announced as the major partner for these prestigious award...

As part of the First 100 Days plan, the Tasmanian Government committed to updating the Tasmanian Development Act 1983 to allow co-investment in strategic projects that benefit Tasmania by increasing the current $10 million cap to $35 million. Premier...

An addendum to the report by Mike Blake AM has reconfirmed his findings that no Head of Agency assessed in his initial report had potentially breached the Code of Conduct.Mr Blake was engaged by the Tasmanian Government to conduct an independent revi...

A plan to keep more young Tasmanians in the State and attract their peers to the island has been outlined in the latest population policy.Released by the Tasmanian Government today, the Tasmanian Population Policy will deliver important initiatives i...

A $50 million Regional Tourism Development Loan Scheme has been established as part of the Tasmanian Government’s 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future.  Applications are now open for loans of between $100,000 and $3 million to supp...

Increasing the co-investment capability of the Tasmanian Development Board is one step closer after an amendment bill passed Parliament’s House of Assembly.  Premier Jeremy Rockliff said the Tasmanian Development Amendment Bill 2024 is an ...

The Tasmanian Government is calling on Federal NDIS Minister Bill Shorten not to move the NDIS Bill through the Senate this week unless the states and territories concerns are addressed.  Premier Jeremy Rockliff, alongside South Australian Premi...

The Tasmanian Government has further intervened to help deliver the temporary berth facility and ensure greater capacity at Devonport ahead of the arrival of the new Spirits of Tasmania. Premier Jeremy Rockliff said two key appointments have been mad...

An amendment bill that increases the co-investment capability of the Tasmanian Development Board has passed the Parliament.  Premier Jeremy Rockliff said the Government had delivered on its commitment under the 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania&rsqu...

The first progress report of the 2030 Visitor Economy Strategy has highlighted the significant work delivered to enhance Tasmania’s reputation as an all-year round destination and sustainably growing visitation. Premier and Minister for Tourism...

A grant program will be rolled out to strengthen Tasmania’s trade industry. As part of the next 100-Day Plan, the Accelerating Trade Grant Program empowers Tasmanian businesses to expand their off-island presence and to introduce Tasmanian prod...

Virtual reality (VR) technology is expanding and modernising training opportunities for Tasmania’s students and the State’s hospitality industry. More than 600 students from about 30 schools have this month been learning how VR can serve ...

The Ocean Dunes golf course facilities on King Island will undergo a major expansion thanks to a $10 million Tasmanian Government loan.  Recognising the potential to significantly boost King Island visitor numbers, Ocean Dunes Holdings Ltd has p...

Incat is set to acquire 12 hectares of land at Boyer from Norske Skog to construct a new vessel manufacturing facility and increase its shipbuilding capacity. Premier and Minister for Trade and Major Investment, Jeremy Rockliff, said the Tasmanian Go...

The Tasmanian Government reiterates its thanks to emergency service personnel and volunteers across the State for their mammoth effort over the past four days.Premier Jeremy Rockliff said while the worst of the weather had subsided, Tasmanians must r...

An emergency relief package announced today will deliver much-needed assistance to Tasmanian households and community service organisations following recent wild weather.  Premier Jeremy Rockliff and Minister for Community Services, Roger Jaensc...

The Australian and Tasmanian governments are working together to support communities affected by ongoing storms and flooding. All 29 Local Government Areas have been affected by the wild weather, with thousands of Tasmanians impacted by power outages...

As a nation, we need to improve the interventions and preventative measures that we know will keep people safe from violence. Today’s commitment by the Federal Government into the Domestic and Family Violence Partnership and the National Access...

Seven Tasmanian businesses have spent the week showcasing their products at Australia’s leading food and beverage trade exhibition, Fine Food Australia in Melbourne. Celebrating 40 years of food connections, Fine Food Australia annually welcome...

More key worker accommodation on the West Coast for Tasmania’s frontline workers and key industries is a major focus in the recently formalised West Coast Strategic Regional Partnership The Partnership will unlock further opportunities on ...

Devonport has been named Australia’s Top Tourism Town for 2024 at the National Top Tourism Awards.  Premier and Minister for Tourism and Hospitality, Jeremy Rockliff, said Devonport is a worthy winner. “Devonport is the vibrant hub o...

The Albanese and Rockliff Governments are continuing to support communities across Tasmania who have been impacted by recent severe storms and flooding. Through the jointly funded Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA), Reco...

Plans for a five-star, 190-room designer hotel in Launceston is another strong sign of confidence in our tourism and hospitality industry.  Premier and Minister for Tourism and Hospitality, Jeremy Rockliff, congratulated Creative Property Holdin...

Tasmanian advanced manufacturing businesses will be supported to become more competitive and resilient in global markets and create local jobs.The Tasmanian Government will provide grants up to $100,000 under the latest round of the Advanced Manufact...