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Efforts to drive growth in Tasmania’s red meat sector have been boosted with the launch of the 2025 Tasmanian Red Meat Industry Strategic Plan. Minister for Primary Industries and Water, Jane Howlett, said the Tasmanian Government is committed ...

Support for farmers and community groups in the war against weeds will be advanced with the next round of the Tasmanian Government’s Weeds Action Fund (WAF), opening on Monday 5 May 2025.Minister for Primary Industries and Water, Jane Howlett, ...

The Tasmanian Government is committed to strengthening and improving dog welfare regulation across the State with public consultation now complete.Minister for Primary Industries and Water, Jane Howlett, said public consultation was sought on potenti...

The Tasmanian Government is enabling responsible cat ownership with funding awarded for the delivery of a new cat management facility in the North West.Minister for Primary Industries and Water, Jane Howlett, said funding has been awarded to Just Cat...

Tasmania’s defence industry is turning heads in Malaysia as part of the Tasmanian Government’s latest international trade mission.A highlight of the Malaysia and Thailand mission to promote Tasmania’s defence and advanced manufactur...

The prestigious Mumbrella Travel Marketing Awards took place in Sydney last night, with Tourism Tasmania winning the award for Travel Marketing Team of the Year.The annual awards recognise Australia’s most innovative, creative and effective tou...

Thousands of Tasmanian families will be able to eat out and experience the very best of Tasmania with the return of the Eat Local Stay Local voucher scheme.Minister for Tourism, Hospitality and Events, Jane Howlett, said the scheme will give Tasmania...

The honours continue to roll in for Tasmania’s tourism sector at the Australia’s Top Tourism Town and Top Tour Guide Awards.Minister for Tourism, Hospitality and Events, Jane Howlett, congratulated Cat Davidson of Inala Nature Tours, Brun...

Tasmania has been named one of the world’s top travel destinations for 2026 by the international Signature Travel Network.The reputable ‘Where to Go in 2026’ list recognises places at the forefront of global travel, as determined by...

Junction Arts Festival has transformed Prince’s Square as part of its 15-year anniversary event, which is being held over two weekends for the first time.The Tasmanian Government is providing certainty for the tourism sector by back in events l...

The Tasmanian Government, in partnership with Jetstar and Hobart Airport, is pleased to announce the first ever direct route between Hobart and Newcastle, beginning 2 December 2025.  This new service strengthens Tasmania’s air connectivity...

Tasmanian women are being invited to join the Tasmanian Women’s Council. Minister for Women and the Prevention of Family Violence, Jane Howlett, said the five vacancies on the council create an incredible opportunity for Tasmanian women to help...

Tasmania has once again captured the world’s attention, earning a coveted spot in the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2025 and receiving high praise from internationally renowned chef Gordon Ramsay. The Readers’ Choice A...

The Tasmanian Government is working together with women in our business sector to move our state forward. Speaking at the Tasmanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Chamber Change launch today, Minister for Women and the Prevention of Family Violence...

Hobart has named a key trending destination in international travel booking provider Expedia Group’s annual travel trends report ‘Unpack 26’.Searches for Hobart travel options have increased by 25 per cent on Expedia, prompting Hoba...

Unique cultural experiences will be centre stage on the West Coast for this year’s Unconformity Festival.Minister for Tourism, Hospitality and Events, Jane Howlett, said the festival has played a key role in the reinvention and revival of Tasma...

The Tasmanian cruise season has commenced with the first ship arriving in Hobart this morning.Minister for Tourism, Hospitality and Events, Jane Howlett, welcomed passengers and crew of the Disney Wonder to Tasmania, the first of 114 cruise ships sch...

The Tasmanian Government has launched the HOSPO Health Leaders Program which is delivering long-term change for the hospitality and tourism sector.Minister for Tourism, Hospitality and Events, Jane Howlett, joined Hospitality Tasmania to launch the l...

The expansion of accommodation at the Mt Field Retreat has boosted the tourism experience for even more visitors to Tasmania.Minister for Tourism, Hospitality and Events, Jane Howlett, joined business owners Greg and Rachel Power to officially open t...

Air New Zealand’s direct flights from Auckland to Hobart are returning this spring with the first flight on 26 October providing fast and easy international access. The seasonal service will provide an additional capacity of 25,000 internationa...

A spotlight has shone on Tasmania's outstanding tourism industry at the annual Tasmanian Tourism Awards gala.Minister for Tourism, Hospitality and Events, Jane Howlett, said the Tasmanian Tourism Awards were a chance for the industry to celebrate and...

The Tasmanian Government is progressing the phasing out of greyhound racing, with legislation introduced today to end the code by 30 June 2029 and increase safeguards for the greyhounds.Minister for Racing, Jane Howlett, said the Government is delive...

The Richmond Football Club will be playing on Tasmanian soil next season, as part of an exciting new deal secured by the Government.Minister for Tourism, Events and Hospitality, Jane Howlett, said having the club here is a great opportunity for Tasma...

The Tasmanian Government is encouraging people who received an Eat Local, Stay Local voucher to experience a nice meal, get away for a short break or enjoy a tourism experience before 30 November.There were 58,000 Eat Local, Stay Local vouchers issue...

Tasmania’s hospitality businesses continue to shine, picking up six awards at the AHA National Awards for Excellence.Minister for Tourism, Hospitality and Events, Jane Howlett, congratulated the businesses, located all over the state, on their ...