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Visitors to Tasmania’s Iconic Horsetail Falls now have the opportunity to get right up close to the falls and enjoy spectacular views from Queenstown to the coast.Minister for Parks and Environment, Nick Duigan, said the $600,000 stage two of t...

Updated draft artist renders of the state’s $40 million, 28-kilometre multi-day Next Iconic Walk have been released. Minister for Parks and Environment, Nick Duigan said the updates are an important part of our community consultation that is un...

A popular visitor spot for those on their journey to the West Coast has received facility upgrades. Minister for Parks and Environment, Nick Duigan, said work on a new picnic shelter and toilet facilities at the Franklin River Nature Trail within the...

Labor Senator Polley’s pathetically outrageous attack on our hardworking crews is disgraceful.  Hundreds of workers have been working around the clock to reconnect Tasmanians and we should be thanking them for their efforts instead of tear...

Tasmania’s threatened species will be further protected through a dedicated fund, as the Government continues to take action.Minister for Parks and Environment, Nick Duigan said today’s National Threatened Species Day highlights our ecosy...

The 2024-25 Budget will drive the delivery of the 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future, and make life more affordable.The Tasmanian Government will continue to back the small business sector as part of tomorrow’s Budget with a $1.8 mill...

The Tasmanian Government welcomes more good news for Macquarie Harbour in the latest Institute of Marine and Antarctic Studies snapshot of Maugean skate populations.  Minister for Parks and Environment, Nick Duigan, said the IMAS data reveals ju...

Tasmania’s Recycle Rewards container refund scheme is one step closer with an exciting milestone achieved today ahead of the scheme’s commencement mid-next year. Minister for Parks and Environment, Nick Duigan, congratulated TasRecycle Li...

World renowned Bird in Hand Winery will operate the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens’ new restaurant, kiosk and catering services. Minister for Parks and Environment, Nick Duigan, said the long-term agreement with the South Australian based wi...

As spring blooms across Tasmania, shorebirds flock to our beaches to nest and breed. Minister for Parks and Environment, Nick Duigan, said it was important for beachgoers to remain vigilant and mindful of the bird species that rely on our coastal are...

The Nut Reserve is the jewel in Stanley’s crown and the Tasmanian Government is committed to seeing it shine.Minister for Parks and Environment, Nick Duigan, said as part of our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future, the Government is fu...

A hidden gem on Flinders Island is the focus of a new masterplan for camping to secure the North-East River region’s long-term future.Minister for Parks and Environment, Nick Duigan, said the Tasmanian Government had committed $150,000 to the F...

The Devonport sport precinct has reached an exciting milestone overnight, meaning work can now get underway.The Tasmanian Government welcomes Devonport City Council’s decision to approve the development application.Minister for Sports and Event...

A new program helping Tasmanian small businesses to identify energy and money-saving strategies has been launched today.The PowerSmart for Small Business program will provide grants up to $1000 to Tasmanian small businesses to help cover the cost of ...

Dark Mofo will return with a bang in June 2025, with a new funding agreement set to bolster future winter festivals.Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan, said the Tasmanian Government helped secure the future of the festival.“We are inve...

Claremont College will become the home for the brand new, $28 million, purpose built Glenorchy Sports Centre.Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan, said this investment in critical sporting and community infrastructure will deliver a four-court...

A ship built nearly 130 years ago and that has been lovingly restored is at the centre of the upcoming Australian Wooden Boat Festival.Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan said the popular festival is set to grace Hobart’s waterfront wit...

Further cost-of-living relief is on its way for older Tasmanians, ensuring they can continue to be active.The Ticket to Wellbeing program, part of the Government’s 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future, will make physical and wellness ac...

Attracting and retaining high quality content across Tasmania’s sporting and entertainment precincts is at heart of a new content strategy designed to drive visitation and grow our economy.Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan, announced ...

Young athletes representing the state at interstate sporting events can now access more financial support as part of the Tasmanian Government’s cost of living relief measures.Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan has launched the 2045/25 ...

Tasmanians have been reminded to stay safe in our waterways this season.The first day of summer marks National Water Safety Day.Attending today’s Surf Life Saving Tasmania’s Launch of Summer, Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan, s...

Hundreds of the nation’s best hockey players and their families have arrived in Tasmania for the Hockey One League Finals Series.The Hockey One League is Australia’s official senior elite national competition featuring the best male and f...

Tasmania’s 2024–25 Taste of Summer festival program is shaping up to be another classic celebration of the island’s premium food, beverages and entertainment.This year, visitors can look forward to up to 80 different stalls and tast...

In a huge step forward for the state’s renewable energy future, Tasmania’s first large scale solar project has been locked in.Minister for Energy and Renewables, Nick Duigan, said Hydro Tasmania and the Northern Midlands Solar Farm have s...

An independent review is now underway into the operational response to the August 2024 extreme weather event that caused significant damage to the electricity distribution network state-wide, and particularly in the state’s North and North-West...