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Much needed upgrades to match day facilities at UTAS Stadium have been completed.Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan, said it was great to hear the positive feedback from Hawthorn players and their support team at the recent night AFL game.&l...

A new round of funding aimed at attracting large-scale events and driving increased visitation to Tasmania has now opened.The Tasmanian Government announced the $5 million Event Attraction Fund as part of our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Fut...

Work to ensure easy access to incredible visitor experiences in our parks and reserves continues.Minister for Parks, Nick Duigan said the delivery of a contemporary online booking system has moved to the next phase.“It was great to see more tha...

Tasmanians are invited to have their say on reducing fossil fuel use with the release of a new Draft Tasmanian Future Clean Fuels Strategy.The draft strategy aims to back our businesses with cleaner, greener fuel options to help them cut emissions an...

More seating, improved safety.That’s the result of the $130 million upgrades at UTAS stadium following funding from both Tasmanian and Australian Governments.Tasmanian Labor seem to have forgotten their own federal colleagues are jointly fundin...

Disability access upgrades at The H. Thompson Badminton Centre are now providing safe access for all.Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan, said Badminton Hobart, based at the South Hobart facility, has created an inclusive environment where Ta...

The University of Tasmania Motorsport team will benefit from a grant to drive the development of our future tech, manufacturing and engineering industry leaders.UTAS Motorsport, a student-led team, designs, manufacturers and races an electric vehicle...

The highly anticipated Glenorchy Sports Centre has marked a significant milestone, with the Tasmanian Government lodging a development application to the Glenorchy City Council.Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan, said the DA lodgement highli...

Leaders of the Geospatial industry have come together in Tasmania to explore the latest trends, innovations, and applications shaping the future of GIS technology.Minister for Parks, Nick Duigan, said the Tasmanian Government recognises the importanc...

A project to deliver a new gateway to the Freycinet National Park has reached a key milestone.The preliminary site concept plan has been released.The Visitor Gateway project is a key initiative of the Freycinet Peninsula Master Plan, to alleviate tra...

With a new High Performance Centre based at Kingston’s Twin Ovals, the Kingborough community is set to experience an enormous boost to its local economy. Following the site selection, development of concept plans and significant design work, th...

The Tasmanian Government has released a comprehensive new strategy to help sustainably manage off-road vehicle access and improve recreational experiences within the Arthur-Pieman Conservation Area (APCA) and wider West Coast region.Minister for Park...

Upgrades to one of the North West’s most iconic destinations is underway.Minister for Parks, Nick Duigan, said it was great to see these infrastructure improvements making progress.“The Nut State Reserve as one of Stanley’s key attr...

Some of Tasmania’s best senior sports men and women have returned after competing at the 2025 Australian Masters Rowing Championships in Sydney.The national regatta attracted Tasmanian competitors from Lindisfarne, Mersey, North Esk and Ulverst...

The Tasmanian Government is working closely with the Commonwealth and Victorian Governments regarding the Marinus interconnector project.This is a vital project for the state, and Tasmania must ensure we get the best possible deal.We are carefully an...

The Tasmanian Government welcomes today’s decision regarding the Robbins Island wind farm approval.Minister for Energy Nick Duigan said proponents and the community have been looking forward to certainty on this project for a long time.“I...

More than 113,000 registered members of sporting groups across Tasmania will benefit from this year’s Active Industry Fund.Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan, said the 2025-26 Active Industry Fund will invest almost $2.5 million into n...

A simplified licence system for beekeepers has been delivered as part of the Tasmanian Government’s ongoing commitment to slash red tape.Minister for Parks, Nick Duigan, said the apiary licensing reform streamlines the process for beekeepers an...

New portal to guide development of Tasmania’s community sport facilities A database capturing community sports infrastructure has been launched to help better understand current and future needs across the state.Minister for Sport, Nick Duigan,...

Main works have begun on the $130 million redevelopment of UTAS Stadium in Launceston.The redevelopment will transform UTAS Stadium into a world-class venue ahead of the Tasmania Football Club’s (the Devils) entry into the AFL and AFLW competit...

Tasmania’s firefighting capabilities have been upgraded ahead of the upcoming fire season.Minister for Parks, Nick Duigan, said the Tasmanian Government has invested $600,000 over two years to support Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service fire cr...

The Tasmanian Government is continuing to sustainably manage and protect our state’s natural assets for the benefit of future generations.To support best practice management of Tasmanian reserve land, the Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service (PW...

More than 160 sporting clubs across the state have received an infrastructure boost through the recent 2024-25 Active Clubs Program funding round.Minister for Sport, Nick Duigan, said sporting clubs and organisations across Tasmania will share in nea...

In the lead up to Tasmania’s bushfire season, more than 200 Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service fire personnel have attended Fire Preparedness Days across the state.Minister for Parks, Nick Duigan, said preparation and training is critical for ...

The Ranger Exchange program is back for a second year, providing another exciting opportunity for a Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service staff member.This year, PWS Great Western Tiers Field Officer, Michelle Cronly will take part in the program with ...