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There were 178 press releases posted in the last 24 hours and 483,194 in the last 365 days.

Premier of Tasmania Press Releases

272 Press Releases
  • Published on June 14, 2026 - 06:35 GMT

    New national emergency warning system test

    14 June 2026 Felix Ellis, Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Management Launceston residents are reminded that testing of the new national emergency warning system will take place on Monday. Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Management, Felix …

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  • Published on June 14, 2026 - 03:18 GMT

    Extension of wellbeing program just the ticket

    14 June 2026 Nick Duigan, Minister for Sport A popular program removing barriers for older Tasmanians to participate in sport and active recreation has been extended for a further two years. Minister for Sport, Nick Duigan, said the two-year Ticket to …

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  • Published on June 13, 2026 - 02:59 GMT

    Next stage of Northern Rec Hub on the way

    13 June 2026 Nick Duigan, Minister for Sport The tender to deliver Stage 3 of Launceston’s Northern Suburbs Community Recreation Hub has been released. ​ Minister for Sport, Nick Duigan, said the $18.9 million development expands what has already become …

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  • Published on June 12, 2026 - 05:11 GMT

    Joint statement on Liberty Bell Bay

    12 June 2026 Jeremy Rockliff, Premier Felix Ellis, Minister for Business, Industry and Resources Tim Ayres, Minister for Industry and Innovation and Minister for Science, Jess Teesdale, Member for Bass Last month the administrators of Liberty Bell Bay, EY …

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  • Published on June 12, 2026 - 05:10 GMT

    Supporting Tasmania’s advanced manufacturing sector

    12 June 2026 Felix Ellis, Minister for Business, Industry and Resources A Tasmanian Government program is helping boost productivity and capability across the State’s advanced manufacturing sector. Minister for Business, Industry and Resources, Felix Ellis …

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  • Published on June 12, 2026 - 01:22 GMT

    New heavy vehicle rest area opens on Bass Highway

    12 June 2026 Kerry Vincent, Minister for Infrastructure and Transport A new heavy vehicle driver rest area on the Bass Highway near Westbury is now open, supporting improved efficiency and fatigue management for Launceston-bound heavy vehicle operators …

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  • Published on June 12, 2026 - 01:22 GMT

    Making Grove intersection safer for the community

    12 June 2026 Kerry Vincent, Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Tasmanian civil construction company Andrew Walter Construction has been awarded the contract for improvements to the intersection of the Huon Highway and Mountain River Road at Grove …

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  • Published on June 11, 2026 - 06:16 GMT

    Orange-bellied Parrot flock begins annual migration

    11 June 2026 Guy Barnett, Minister for Environment and Climate Change More than 165 Orange-bellied Parrots left their southern home at Melaleuca for their annual northern migration. Minister for Environment and Climate Change, Guy Barnett, said this flock …

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  • Published on June 11, 2026 - 06:16 GMT

    New future on horizon for iconic tourism site

    11 June 2026 Jane Howlett, Minister for Tourism, Hospitality and Events Anne Urquhart, Federal Member for Braddon A new future is being explored for the Dismal Swamp in the state’s North West, with work progressing to transform the iconic attraction into …

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  • Published on June 11, 2026 - 06:16 GMT

    Gidget House opens in Launceston

    11 June 2026 Bridget Archer, Minister for Health, Mental Health and Wellbeing The Tasmanian Government has welcomed the opening of a new dedicated perinatal mental health support service in Launceston that will improve access to care for parents …

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  • Published on June 11, 2026 - 02:01 GMT

    New BreastScreen Tasmania Devonport Clinic officially opens

    11 June 2026 Bridget Archer, Minister for Health, Mental Health and Wellbeing The Tasmanian Government has delivered the new Devonport Breast Screening Clinic which is now accepting public appointments. Minister for Health, Mental Health and Wellbeing, …

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  • Published on June 10, 2026 - 09:07 GMT

    Industry-led training delivering for Tasmania’s tourism and hospitality sector

    10 June 2026 Jane Howlett, Minister for Tourism, Hospitality and Events Felix Ellis, Minister for Skills and Jobs The Tasmanian Government is backing the next generation of tourism and hospitality workers by strengthening industry-led training across the …

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  • Published on June 10, 2026 - 05:07 GMT

    Bigger granny flats out for consultation

    10 June 2026 Kerry Vincent, Minister for Housing and Planning Tasmanians are invited to have their say on bigger granny flats. The draft State Planning Provisions amendment to increase the allowable floor area for a secondary residence from 60m2 to 90m2 is …

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  • Published on June 10, 2026 - 05:07 GMT

    Federal health cuts to impact palliative aged care support

    10 June 2026 Bridget Archer, Minister for Ageing Minister for Health, Mental Health and Wellbeing and Minister for Ageing, Bridget Archer, has called out the Federal Government for cutting funding to the Comprehensive Palliative Care in Aged Care …

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  • Published on June 10, 2026 - 05:07 GMT

    Bolstering community sport infrastructure

    10 June 2026 Nick Duigan, Minister for Sport The Tasmanian Government is delivering a strategic plan for community sporting infrastructure across the State. The inaugural Regional Community Sport Infrastructure Plan is backed by a $750,000 investment over …

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  • Published on June 10, 2026 - 01:14 GMT

    New measures to strengthen transparency of legal indemnities

    10 June 2026 Jeremy Rockliff, Premier The Tasmanian Government will introduce new measures to strengthen transparency and accountability around the use of public funds for legal indemnity, as part of a broader review of existing guidelines. Premier Jeremy …

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  • Published on June 10, 2026 - 01:14 GMT

    Governments supporting critical minerals processing and securing local jobs

    10 June 2026 Jeremy Rockliff, Premier Tim Ayres, Federal Minister for Industry and Innovation The Albanese Government, in partnership with the Malinauskas and Rockliff Governments, will provide a further $105 million to support Nyrstar to progress key …

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  • Published on June 9, 2026 - 05:40 GMT

    Reducing red tape for tradies

    9 June 2026 Nick Duigan, Minister for Energy and Renewables The Tasmanian Government is making it easier for our trades people to work on scaffolding near low voltage powerlines. Minister for Energy and Renewables, Nick Duigan, said the Government has …

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  • Published on June 9, 2026 - 01:42 GMT

    Negotiations underway for sustainable Tasmanian forestry 

    9 June 2026 Felix Ellis, Minister for Business, Industry and Resources The Albanese and Rockliff Governments have officially committed to work together towards a bilateral agreement to support sustainable forestry in Tasmania into the future. From July 1 …

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  • Published on June 8, 2026 - 06:39 GMT

    Spirit of Tasmania V welcomed into Hobart

    8 June 2026 Kerry Vincent, Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Spirit of Tasmania V has been officially welcomed into the Port of Hobart, where it will play a key role in this year’s Dark Mofo festival. The ship's two freight decks (each 4.8- …

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