The Morrison Government’s $65 million commitment to upgrade the Tasman Bridge will provide safer and more convenient access to the bridge for pedestrians and cyclists, with wider pathways and improved barriers. Assistant Minister Jonno Duniam said the iconic bridge is Tasmania’s most significant transport infrastructure, carrying more than 70,000 vehicles a day. “The Tasman Bridge [...]
A virtual jobs fair showcasing over 40 exhibitions and nearly 3000 employment opportunities around Tasmania will be held today, bringing together job seekers and local businesses across the state. Minister for Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business, Senator the Hon Michaelia Cash, said the Tasmania Virtual Jobs Fair, funded by the Australian Government, provides opportunities [...]
Aussies are being urged to plan and book a COVID-safe holiday in different parts of Australia as part of a new domestic tourism push aimed at providing a much-needed boost to our cities, tourism regions, airlines and tourism businesses. Starring two of Australia’s most iconic homegrown personalities, Hamish Blake and Zoe Foster-Blake, a new Tourism [...]
Australia’s Commonwealth fisheries continue to be well-managed and sustainable, according to a new report released today by the Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics (ABARES). Assistant Minister for Forestry and Fisheries Jonno Duniam said the ABARES Fishery status reports was a testament to the hard-work and dedication of the industry and government. “This report [...]
Assistant Minister Jonno Duniam said the Morrison Government’s Budget provides a plan for Tasmania’s economic recovery. “This is the right budget for these extraordinary times,” Assistant Minster Duniam said. “The COVID-19 global pandemic has hit Tasmania hard. We need a plan for jobs, and that’s what this budget delivers. “This Budget unashamedly backs Tasmania’s competitive [...]
The Assistant Minister for Forestry and Fisheries has acknowledged the progress of the Bob Brown Foundation court case, which was heard in the Federal Court today for case management. Assistant Minister Jonno Duniam said he stood with the Tasmanian Government in support of the Tasmanian Regional Forest Agreement. “The Morrison Government remains committed to Regional [...]
Tasmania will receive $7.46 million for iconic heritage and wilderness projects around the state as part of the Morrison Government’s $61.7 million budget spending on environmental restoration and recovery measures through the $1 billion COVID Relief Fund. The Overland Track, Walls of Jerusalem, Cascades Female Factory, Brickendon Estate and Woolmers Estate will receive funding as [...]
Tasmania is one of 10 regions across the country to share in a new $100 million Regional Recovery Partnerships program as part of the Morrison Government’s upcoming Federal Budget. This Budget funding for Tasmania is in addition to the $13.5 million announced earlier this week through the $50 million Recovery of Regional Tourism package, and [...]
The Morrison-McCormack Government will inject $250 million into regional Australia, encouraging more Australians to travel and experience a home-grown holiday, boosting regional jobs and local economies. The package include two measures announced today, a $50 million Regional Tourism Recovery initiative to assist businesses in regions heavily reliant on international tourism and $200 million for an [...]
Assistant Minister for Regional Tourism Jonno Duniam has welcomed the announcement that Mona Foma will be held in Hobart and Launceston in January 2021. “Mona Foma will be a major boost for tourism and hospitality businesses across the state’s north and south,” Assistant Minister Duniam said. “The COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating impact on [...]