Adventure forests
Forestry Tasmania site providing information on Adventure Forest tourism sites, showcasing Tasmania's beautiful state forests, including Tahune, Hollybank, Tarkine and Maydena
Apprentice Kickstart
Apprentice Kickstart is an Australian Government initiative to counteract the impact of the global recession on Australian Apprenticeship commencements and retention, as well as to increase opportunities for young people to make the transition from school to trade training. Additional funding is being made available to employers of apprentices in areas of skills shortage, and to state and territory governments for pre-apprenticeship training opportunities
AuSSI-Tas Kids 4 Kids Conference
Site provides details of the AuSSI-Tas Kids 4 Kids Conference to be held at Camp Banksia, Port Sorell on the 13 November 2009. Link to an information flyer
Australian Centre for Renewable Energy
The Australian Centre for Renewable Energy (ACRE) is a component of the Government's $4.5 billion Clean Energy Initiative (CEI) that will promote the development, commercialisation and deployment of renewable energy and enabling technologies. Includes links to Australian Government renewable energy programs
Australian National Registry of Emissions Units (ANREU)
The ANREU is a system designed to meet one of Australia's commitments under the Kyoto Protocol, requiring each country with an emission reduction target to establish a national registry to ensure accurate accounting of the issuance, holding, transfer, acquisition, cancellation, retirement and carry over of Kyoto units. Individuals and organisations are able to apply to open an account
Australian Vocational Student Prize
Details of the Australian Government prize that encourages and recognises outstanding year 12 students who have undertaken a Vocational Education and Training in Schools program or an Australian School-based Apprenticeship
Australian Wetlands Database
Australian Wetlands database was designed to provide sound data and information on the values of wetlands on which to base management decisions. It provides access to Australia's Ramsar wetlands and sites listed in the Directory of Important Wetlands of Australia. Wetlands can be searched by state, wetland classification, genus and species and land tenure
Bay of Fires boundaries: consultation
The Tasmanian Government intends to establish a national park in the Bay of Fires area. A map of the proposed area has been prepared, and public comment on the boundaries is invited by 27 November 2009
Better practice guide to managing unreasonable complainant conduct
Manual prepared to assist staff in government agencies when dealing with the small proportion of complainants whose conduct is especially challenging. It has grown out of the Unreasonable Complainant Conduct Project, a joint project of the Commonwealth and State Ombudsmen
Break O'Day Council: Velvet Worm Schools Award
The Velvet Worm Schools Award for Natural Resource Management recognise those in the school community who have made a outstanding achievement in working towards the protection and enhancement of the water, land, biodiversity, atmosphere and coastal and marine environments
Building the Education Revolution (BER)
The Australian Government's BER Program provides infrastructure funding for Australia's schools, and is a critical component of the Government's economic stimulus package. Includes lists of schools around the nation which have been allocated funding and links to Building the Education Revolution National Coordinator's Implementation Report
Burnie Shines
Web site of the annual spring community festival held in Burnie, north west Tasmania
Business in Hobart
Hobart City Council information for business, providing an overview of Hobart's business environment. Includes a link to the annual publication, Hobart Vital Signs
Celebrate Tasmania Day
The inaugural Celebrate Tasmania Day, 8 November 2009, is dedicated to volunteerism, and is an opportunity to celebrate the Tasmanian way of life and reinforce a sense of community in Tasmania. Grants are available for service and other organisations to assist with events
Devonport City Council: CBD Structure Plan
A draft Devonport CBD Structure Plan is completed and public comment is being sought. The plan suggests a number of changes to the CBD Zone precincts and Best Street Shopping Zone as contained within the Devonport and Environs Planning Scheme 1984. Comments should be made in writing by 5pm Thursday 26 November 2009
Dorset Council: draft Bridport car park strategy
Bridport Council invited feedback from local residents and rate payes on the draft report released into current and future car parking needs for Bridport. Submissions to close on the 4 December 2009
Forestry Tasmania: annual reports
Lists links to the annual reports of Forestry Tasmania. The "Stewardship Report" combines Forestry Tasmania's traditional annual financial report with its sustainable forest management report
Forestry Tasmania image branding and research report
Report by EMRS of the results of a survey conducted in September 2009. Interviews related to awareness of Forestry Tasmania's functions, practices, perceptions of it as a good corporate citizen, sponsorship, public attitudes to protests by environmentalists, awareness and interests in Forestry Tasmania Attractions and confidence in the Regional Forest Agreement
Forestry Tasmania: Mountain Bike Series and Championships
Details of Forestry Tasmania's Mountain Bike Series which will involve five cross country and five downhill events statewide on Sundays between now and the end of February 2010. The championship finals will be held at the Tolosa Mountain Bike Park in Glenorchy on Saturday and Sunday March 20 and 21 in 2010
Forgotten Australians apology
The Australian Government will issue a formal statement of acknowledgement and apology, on behalf of the nation, to institutionalised children and former child migrants at the end of 2009. To register your interest in being involved in the apology consultation or the history projects call 1800 050 011 or email child.protection@fahcsia.gov.au.
Glamorgan Spring Bay Council: Australia Day Awards 2010 (PDF file)
Information on the Glamorgan Spring Bay Council 2010 Australia Day Citizen Award and Young Citizen Award for an outstanding contribution and service to the local community. All residents of the municipal area are eligible but the community service rendered should have been primarily within the municipal area. Nominations close 20 November 2009
Glamorgan-Spring Bay and Break O'Day Council Voluntary Merger Review
Local Government Board conducted a review into a potential voluntary merger between the Break O'Day and Glamorgan-Spring Bay Councils. The review commenced on 3 July 2009 and the Board provides its report on 25 October 2009. Links to KPMG Final Report October 2009, submissions and further information
Glenorchy Australia Day Citizen Award nominations
Details of the annual Australia Day Citizen and Young Citizen Awards which recognise the community service or activity of Australian citizen residents of Glenorchy. Nominations for the 2009 awards are invited by 24 November 2008
Improving protections for corporate whistleblowers: discussion paper
The Australian Goverment has released an options paper for public comment seeking feedback from stakeholders on possible reforms to the legislative protections provided to corporate whistleblowers under Part 9.4AAA of the Corporations Act 2001. Comment to be submitted by 21 December 2009
Indigenous Student Teacher Scholarships
Provides information on the Governor-General's Indigenous Student Teacher Scholarships. The scholarships will encourage and support Indigenous university students in undertaking teacher education studies and to further develop their knowledge and teaching skills. This will assist recipients to become highly accomplished educators. More information will be available in mid November
Indigenous Youth Leadership Program
Information on the Indigenous Youth Leadership Program (IYLP) which supports scholarships for Indigenous students to attend approved secondary schools (day and boarding, government and non-government) and universities. The program also provides mentoring and leadership support. Further information on arrangements for 2010 - 2012 to be announced soon
Inquiry into the impact of violence on young Australians
Website of the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Family, Community, Housing and Youth inquiry into the impact of violence on young Australians. Includes terms of reference, submissions, details of public hearings, and media releases
Keep Australia working final report
Final report outlines the whole-of-Government strategy to support Australian jobs. It details Australia's current employment outlook, actions already taken and describes initiatives to address challenges of the future as the economy
Kentish Council Australia Day and Volunteer Awards
Details of Kentish Council's Australia Day Awards, and Volunteer Awards, with nomination forms. Nominations for the 2010 Australia Day Awards close 27 November 2009; nominations for the Volunteer Awards close 4 December 2009
Latrobe Council: Kings Park Redevelopment Plan
Latrobe Council invite feedback on the recommendations in the draft Kings Park Redevelopment Plan on the possible use and future development of the area. Public feedback to be submitted by 20 November 2009
Latrobe Council: Shearwater Park Development Plan (draft)
Latrobe Council invite public comment on an Outline Development Plan for areas of land at Shearwater that contain Shearwater Park, Rubicon Reserve and the Port Sorell Surf Life Saving Club. Comments to be submitted by 20 November 2009. Site contains a link to the plan for perusal
Lauderdale Quay Development proposal (Tasmanian Planning Commission)
Tasmanian Planning Commission (formerly the RPDC) page for information and documents relating to the approval process of Walker Corporation's proposed mixed use waterfront housing and marina development at Ralphs Bay, Lauderdale. Includes Walker Corporation's project description, Final Scope Guidelines for the Integrated Impact Statement, submissions, and the Commission's Draft Integrated Assessment Report (October 2009). Public comment on the draft report is invited by 24 November 2009
Launceston Tamar Valley
Tourism site advertising attractions, accommodation and tours available in the Tamar Valley
Metro: about us
Information about Metro Tasmania, with details of the company's vision, mission, goals and key indicators, and links to the current annual report and other publications
Model Occupational Health and Safety Act: exposure draft
Public comment is invited on the Exposure Draft of the Model OHS (Occupational Health and Safety) Legislation, which seeks to harmonise OHS legislation across Australia by establishing national legislation that can be adopted by each state and territory. Comment is invited by 9 November 2009
National Broadband Network Tasmania (NBN Tasmania)
Web portal developed to provide information on the Tasmanian rollout of National Broadband Network (NBN) to encourage participation by local Tasmanian business and industry. Includes links to Tasmanian Government Tenders and online expression of interest form
National Human Rights Consultation report
September 2009 Report on the Consultation into Human Rights in Australia, commissioned by the Australian Government, and prepared by the National Human Rights Consultation Committee, chaired by Prof. Frank Brennan
National Maritime Safety Regulator
Link to information and documentation in the establishment of the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) as the national safety regulator for all commerial shipping in Australian waters. It includes links relating to the cost and review of the national maritime safety reform regulations
Public and Private Hospitals: discussion draft
The Productivity Commission has released (15 October 2009) a discussion draft for public comment on the performance of public and private hospital systems, related data issues and to investigate the most appropriate indexation factor for the Medicare Levy Surcharge thresholds. Comments to be submitted by 9 November 2009
Public Interest Disclosures Act 2002: review
Tasmanian Government's review of the effectiveness of Public Interest Disclosures legislation in Tasmania. A directions paper, 'Strengthening Trust in Government ... the Spotlight on Improper Conduct' has been released. Comments on the Draft Amendment Bill to be received by COB 21 October 2009
Racing Appeal Board: Review
The report by Tony Murray, Director of Racing Services Tasmania, on the current appeals structure and processes
Rock lobster fishery review: have your say
The Tasmanian Government has commenced a review of the rock lobster fishery, with the intention of implementing a new management plan before the current plan (the Fisheries (Rock Lobster) Rules 2006) expires in February 2011. Comment is invited via a questionnaire (online and printable), by 18 December 2009
Safe at Home: review
The Safe at Home program is an integrated response to family violence in Tasmania. The effectiveness of the program has been under review and the Final Report released June 2009
Sport on television: review of the anti-siphoning scheme
The Australian Government is currently reviewing the anti-siphoning scheme. The Sport on Television Review will assess the effectiveness and appropriateness of the anti-siphoning scheme in the contemporary digital television environment. A discussion paper has been released, and copies of submissions are available online
Stewart Street redevelopment (Devonport)
Stewart Street is to be transformed into a modern city streetscape with an emphasis on the pedestrian experience. Concept designs are available and comments are welcome via the Feedback form before C.O.B. 30 October 2009
Tasmanian Planning Commission
From 1 September 2009, the Tasmanian Planning Commission assumed the functions of the former Resource Planning and Development Commission (RPDC) and the Land Use Planning Branch of the Department of Justice. It oversees the state's planning system, is responsible for state of the environment reporting, assesses public land use issues and projects of State significance, and reviews water management plans
Tasmanian Veterans' Advisory Council Forums
Tasmanian service and ex-service men and women and their families have an opportunity to highlight issues and share their views at forums being held by the Tasmanian Veterans' Advisory Council during November and December 2009. Includes details of forum venues and times across Tasmania
Urban water and sewerage: interim licensing framework
The interim licensing framework forms part of transition arrangements for the new water and sewerage regulatory regime. These arrangements provide a streamlined process for developing and granting licences until the full regulatory regime is completed
Veterinary Services Subsidy Scheme
The site provides details of the State Government's Veterinary Services subsidy program, developed to help dairy farmers improve or maintain the welfare of their cattle during the current downturn. Applications for the subsidy are now invited and to be submitted by 14 December 2009. A link is provided to an application form
