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Adventure forests
Forestry Tasmania site providing information on Adventure Forest tourism sites, showcasing Tasmania's beautiful state forests, including Tahune, Hollybank, Tarkine and Maydena
Anti-Discrimination Commissioner: annual reports
Lists links to the current and past annual reports of the Tasmanian Anti-Discrimination Commissioner
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 Bureau of Statistics: public comment on its next Agricultural Census
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is inviting public comment on the nature and content of its next Agricultural Census, to be run from June 2011. Site has a link to the paper Agricultural Census: ABS Views on Content and Procedures 2010-11 (cat. 7103.0.80.002). Comments to be submitted by 20 November 2009
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
Breaking the Cycle: Tasmanian Corrections Plan 2010-2020
Information and documents relating to the Tasmanian Government's development of a strategic plan to guide the future direction of the Tasmanian corrections system for the next ten years
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
ChemSafe homes Tasmania (PDF file)
Local Government Association of Tasmania brochure providing information on the free household chemical drop-off service
Circular Head Agricultural Show
Information on the annual Show, held in December at the Stanley Recreation Ground
Clarence City Council Australia Day Citizen Awards
Clarence City Council invites nominations for its Australia Day Awards by 11 December 2009
Commissioner for Children: annual reports
Lists links to current and past annual reports of the Commissioner for Children, Tasmania
Consultation explanatory paper: Residential Tenancy Databases (Consumer Affairs and Trading)
The Australian government is inviting Tasmanian stakeholders to comment on the draft model provisions for regulating Residential Tenancy Databases (RTDs), in the process of drafting uniform legislation that would eventually be enacted in all states and territories. Feedback to be submitted by 11 December 2009.
Cradle Mountain Water annual report
Inaugural annual report of Cradle Mountain Water
Department of Education: annual reports
Lists links to the current and past annual reports on the activities of the Department of Education, Tasmania
Department of Environment, Parks, Heritage and the Arts Annual Report 2008-09
Final annual report for the Department of Environment, Parks, Heritage and the Arts (DEPHA)
Department of Infrastructure, Energy and Resources: publications
Information on and links to publications of DIER, including current and past annual reports, and newsletters
Department of Justice: annual report
Link to the Tasmanian Department of Justice current annual report
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
Devonport City Council: Tourism development strategy 2009-2019. Draft report
Council endorsed the Draft Strategic Tourism Plan on 19 October 2009 and resolved to place the Plan on public exhibition to invite public commen. Feedback forms should be received by 5pm Friday 27 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
Electricity in Tasmania: a Hydro Tasmania perspective (PDF file)
Hydro Tasmania report concerning the future options for electricity supply in Tasmania
Equal Opportunity for Women in the Workplace Act 1999 review: survey for employees
Australian Government survey of employees as part of the review of the EOWW Act. The survey aims to collect information on employees' views on equal opportunity for women, and to invite suggestions for improvements. The survey closes 30 October 2009
Ethical Conduct Report (Joint Select Committee on Ethical Conduct) (PDF file)
Final report on the ethical conduct, standards and integrity of elected Parliamentary representatives and servants of the State titled 'Public office is public trust'
Event planners information (George Town Council)
Information and application form for planners of events on George Town Council-owned land, or that involve George Town street closures
Extending the Tax File Number Withholding Tax Requirements to Closely Held Trusts and Family Trusts: discussion paper
The Australian Government has released a discussion paper for public comment outlining the 2009-10 Budget measure to extend the current TFN withholding arrangements to closely held trusts, including family trusts, to ensure that the assessable distributions to beneficiaries align with the amounts included by those beneficiaries in their tax returns. Feedback to be submitted by 20 November 2009
Forest Practices Authority: annual reports
Lists links to the current and past annual reports of the Forest Practices Authority
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.
Franklin Wharf Improvements Project: Update 1 (PDF file)
Progress report on the program of public space improvements by the Sullivans Cove Waterfront Authority and Tasports
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
Glenorchy Carols by Candlelight
Information about Glenorchy City Council's annual Christmas event held at Tolosa Park, Glenorchy
Governments in partnership: Partnership Agreements Program annual report 2008-2009 (PDF file)
Latest annual report on the State Government and local government Partnership Agreements Program
Health and Human Services (DHHS): annual reports
Lists links to the current and past annual reports of the Tasmanian Department of Health and Human Services
Huon Valley Council: Annual report 2008/2009 (PDF)
Current Annual report of the Huon Valley Council
Huon Valley Council: reports and publications
List links to past reports and publications of Huon Valley Council
Hydro Tasmania: annual reports
Index page for annual reports, and half-yearly reports, on the activities of Hydro Tasmania
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
Innovation Strategy for Tasmania. A New Vision for Economic Development (PDF file)
A report prepared by Professor Jonathan West from the Australian Innovation Research Centre (AIRC),which presents options to enhance the innovation capabilities of key sectors within Tasmania's economy
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
Kingborough Council: Bruny Island Advisory Group - call for nominations (PDF file)
Kingborough Council invites residents and rate payers of Bruny Island to nominate members of the Advisory Group for two (2) year appointments. Nominations close 16 November 2009
Latrobe Council: Camp Banksia Redevelopment Study draft report September 2009
Latrobe Council is calling for input on the Camp Banksia Redevelopment Study identifying opportunities to redevelop and use the existing Camp Banksia site at Port Sorell. Input to be submitted by 20 November 2009. Site has a link to the study for perusal
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 City Council Australia Day Awards
Details of Launceston City Council's Australia Day Awards, with nomination forms. Nominations for the 2010 Awards close 6 November 2009
Launceston Tamar Valley
Tourism site advertising attractions, accommodation and tours available in the Tamar Valley
Marine and Safety Tasmania (MAST): annual reports
Lists links to the current and past annual reports of MAST
Meander Valley Council Australia Day Awards and Voluntary Services Recognition Program nominations
Details of Meander Valley Council's annual Australia Day awards, and Voluntary Services Recognition Program, which recognise contributions to the commmunity. Nominations for the 2010 awards close 27 November 2009
Mental Health Services Strategic documents (Health and Human Services)
List of Mental Health Services strategy documents including "Building the Foundations for Mental Health and Wellbeing"
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
Metro annual report 2008-2009
Latest annual report of Metro Tasmania
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
National registration and accreditation scheme for health professionals: Tasmanian legislation
The Council of Australian Governments has agreed to establish a national scheme for the registration and accreditation of health professionals. The Tasmanian Government has prepared draft legislation that adopts national law (Health Practitioner Regulation National Law (Tasmania) Bill 2009), and public comment is invited by 2 November 2009
Northern Midlands Council Australia Day Awards
Details of Northern Midlands Council's Australia Day Awards, with nomination forms, to be submitted by 20 November 2009
Performance benchmarking of Australian and New Zealand business regulation of food safety: draft report
The Australian Government has released a draft report for public comment which examines performance benchmarking of Australian and New Zealand business regulation for food safety. Comments to be submitted by 25 November 2009
Police and Emergency Management: corporate documents
Lists links to current and past publications of the Department of Police and Emergency Management (Tasmania Police), including annual reports
Port Arthur Historic Site Management Authority: annual reports
Lists links to the current and past annual reports of the Port Arthur Historic Site Management Authority
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
Recreational sea fishing guide 2009-10
A guide to Tasmania's rules and regulations for recreational sea fishing from 1 November 2009 to 31 October 2010
Recreational Sea Fishing Licences for 2009-2010
Details about all licence details and online licence purchase for the current year
Regional and Local Community Infrastructure Program. 2nd Round
The Australian Government is making available $220 million to local government to stimulate growth and economic activity across Australia. Guidelines and application forms are available online
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
Sharing our roads: keep left, slow down (PDF file)
Forestry Tasmania brochure on safety on roads in state forests
Sorell Council: Dodges Ferry Recreation Reserve Fire Management Plan draft (PDF file)
A draft fire management plan for the Dodges Ferry Recreation Reserve, prepared for the Sorell Council by AVK Environmental Management
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
State Revenue Office (SRO): subscription service
Online form for email subscription service so customers can directly receive notification of news items and updates to rulings, guidelines and forms by tax line
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 Academy handbook 2010 (PDF file)
Student handbook providing course and university pathway planning information
Tasmanian Electoral Commission: annual reports
List of publications including annual reports of the Tasmanian Electoral Commission. Includes the latest report
Tasmanian Gaming Commission: publications
Links to annual reports and other publications of the Tasmanian Gaming Commission
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 recreational and commercial scallop fishery: new management plan
The Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment has prepared a new management plan for the Tasmanian recreational and commercial scallop fishery. The draft Plan and an information paper have been released for public comment, to be received by 14 December 2009
Tasmanian Seed Conservation Centre (TSCC)
The TSCC is a seed bank facility located in a purpose-built laboratory at the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
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
Tourism Tasmania: annual reports
Provides links to the current and previous annual reports of Tourism Tasmania
Treasury and Finance: annual reports
Links to the current and past annual reports on the activities of the Department of Treasury and Finance
Two Days on the Square, Launceston
Details of the two-day event, 8-9 November 2009, marking the 150th anniversary (sesquicentenary) of Prince's Square, Launceston
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
Workers compensation statistical report 2008-09 (PDF file)
Latest Workcover Tasmania annual statistical report on the Tasmanian workers' compensation scheme, focusing on claim numbers, scheme expenditure, costs and premium rates