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More support for our farmers is a step closer with new funding under the Farm Debt Mediation Scheme announced in Parliament.The funding was announced as part of the legislation that enables the new scheme which has passed the House of Assembly today....

Correctional facilities will be upgraded and enhanced across the state to improve rehabilitation opportunities and reduce reoffending, in a boost for community safety. Following a long consultation period, the Government will not proceed with the pre...

The Tasmanian Government welcomes the passage of its Historic Cultural Heritage Amendment Bill 2024 through the House of Assembly, improving protection and management of Tasmania’s treasured historic heritage sites.Minister for the Arts, Madele...

Entries are now open for the Tasmanian Literary Awards 2025.  Minister for the Arts, Madeleine Ogilvie, said the awards celebrate excellence in the Tasmanian literary sector.  “The Tasmanian Government is a strong supporter of Tasmani...

Tasmanian Government measures to improve support for workers and their families affected by asbestos-related diseases will become law. Minister for Small Business and Consumer Affairs, Madeleine Ogilvie, welcomed the passage of amendments to the Asbe...

Young Tasmanians will now have more opportunities to pursue their creative dreams and activate a career in the arts industry, thanks to a new $1 million Tasmanian Government youth arts program. Minister for the Arts, Madeleine Ogilvie, said the fundi...

Two new members are being appointed to the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery (TMAG) Board.Minister for the Arts, Madeleine Ogilvie, said the appointments of Andrew Catchpole as Chair and Dr Andrew Young as a member would bolster the Board’s lead...

The Tasmanian Government is seeking feedback from caravan park residents, operators and other interested parties on long-term residency matters.  Minister for Small Business and Consumer Affairs, Madeleine Ogilvie, announced the release of the '...

The Tasmanian Government is investing $19.8 million in new, modern kitchen and training facilities at Risdon Prison as part the Government’s efforts to boost rehabilitation outcomes.Minister for Corrections and Rehabilitation, Madeleine Ogilvie...

An exhibition celebrating the role of women in the Antarctic sector launched in Hobart today.  The Through Our Eyes – A Woman’s Place is in Antarctica exhibition shines a light on the unique perspectives and contributions of women wh...

Princes Wharf 1 will transform into a giant gaming arcade later this month, giving enthusiasts the chance to play games made right here in Tasmania. The inaugural Level Up Tasmania Video Game Showcase will offer attendees Tasmanian-made video games t...

Body scanners are now in use in Tasmania’s corrections system, with a scanner in the Hobart Reception Prison the first to come online on Monday.   Minister for Corrections and Rehabilitation, Madeleine Ogilvie, said newly-installed bo...

Minister for Women and the Prevention of Family Violence, Madeleine Ogilvie, has welcomed today’s commitments from National Cabinet to further bolster efforts to prevent family violence.  “We need innovative approaches to better iden...

The Tasmanian Government is investing $20 million into the Risdon Prison Complex and wider corrections system as part of the 2024-25 Budget with a strong focus on rehabilitation and community reintegration. Minister for Corrections and Rehabilitation...

A new advisory council will provide victim-survivors of family and sexual violence a direct platform to contribute to Tasmanian Government policy. Minister for Women and the Prevention of Family Violence, Madeleine Ogilvie, has announced Tasmania&rsq...

The Tasmanian Government's involvement in the National Performing Arts Partnerships Framework continues to enrich our communities, with the much-loved Terrapin Puppet Theatre currently touring Tasmanian schools with its “Feathers” show.&n...

Tasmania is investing $3.3 million into our cyber security defences to help keep people and their information safer, as our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania's Future sees record investment in cyber security delivered for the state.  Speaking at an ...

More Tasmanian heritage properties will be able to be restored and revitalised through a second round of grants. The next round of the Tasmanian Government’s Built Heritage Grants Scheme opened for applications on 2 September 2024. Ministe...

The Tasmanian Government is pleased to announce the launch of Discover Heritage, a new user-friendly, interactive web-based platform to explore places on the Tasmanian Heritage Register. Minister for the Arts, Madeleine Ogilvie, said Tasmania has a r...

$2 million in grants will soon be available to projects undertaking the recovery of resources from waste that would otherwise be lost to landfill.Applications for the second round of the High Priority Infrastructure grants open on March 14. Eligible ...

The relative abundance* of Maugean Skate in the Macquarie Harbour has increased for the second consecutive year according to a new report by the Institute of Marine and Antarctic Studies (IMAS).The Third Report of the Maugean Skate Monitoring Project...

Dean Winter’s lack of business experience and short-term thinking has left him yet again bizarrely opposing job creation and economic activity.Most people can pass a test that they have set for themselves, yet Mr Winter seems even unable to ach...

Amendments to the University of Tasmania (Protection of Land) Bill will be brought on for debate in the final sitting week of Parliament for 2024.Minister for the Innovation, Science and the Digital Economy, Madeleine Ogilvie, said that the Tasmanian...

Ten Days on the Island is back for 2025 with a rich program that highlights Tasmanian works alongside a diverse range of national and international artists, performers and thinkers.Minister for the Arts and Heritage, Madeleine Ogilvie, said the progr...

Young Tasmanian dancer Lily Alcock will soon travel to Goa, Berlin and Los Angeles to learn from some of the world’s best dancers courtesy of a scholarship honouring a Tasmanian dance icon.Now in its second year, the Annie Greig Scholarship hon...