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Abuse in State Care
The application period for compensation claims by those who were abused while in State Care in Tasmania has been extended to 31 July 2008. An information brochure and application form are available for downloading
Acknowledgement and Welcome to Country (Tasmania)
Tasmanian Office of Aboriginal Affairs (OAA) advice on: the appropriate forms for the acknowledgement of Tasmanian Aboriginal place and people, suitable for events; and, the performing of a Welcome to Country ceremony at occasions with an indigenous focus
Aurora's approved electricity prices
Aurora Energy's tariff price schedule for residential electricity supply, effective from 1 July 2008-30 June 2009
Australian Office of Nanotechnology (AON)
The AON is responsible for developing and implementing the Australian Government's nanotechnology strategy, and contributes to associated regulatory issues, and dissemination of information on nanotechnology-related matters
Australians on the Western Front 1914-1918
Commemorating the 90th anniversary of the battles on the Front, this website shows the places where Australians served and died, and provides a vivid picture of our wartime history through the experiences of our servicemen and women
Broadband for Seniors
The Minister for Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs is calling for applications from suitably qualified organisations to deliver the Broadband for Seniors program nationally. Links to Application Package including downloadable forms closing 8 August
Broadband solutions for remote areas submissions
Submissions on policy and funding initiatives to provide enhanced access to broadband services to rural and remote areas can be viewed from 15 July
Carbon pollution reduction scheme green paper
Details of the Australian Government scheme which will place a limit on the amount of carbon pollution industry can emit, and introduce emissions trading, in 2010. Submissions on the paper are invited by 10 September 2008
Caring for our Country: funding
The Australian Government's Caring for our Country initiative will provide integrated and streamlined funding for natural resource management programs throughout Australia. Applications are invited by 1 August 2008
Central Highlands Community Health Services Review
Tasmanian Government report based on an independent review of the future health and aged care needs of the Central Highlands community, focusing on the viability of a Multipurpose Service (MPS) proposed for this region
Children and Youth Advisory Services (CAYAS) funding program 2008-2009
CAYAS funding is available for projects that provide information and opportunities for children (6-12 years) and young people (12-25 years). Applications for the 2008-2009 round close 29 August 2008
Clarence Residential Strategy
The Clarence Residential Strategy - April 2008 provides a strategic framework for guiding residential growth. It identifies an urban growth boundary, which will assist Council in supporting amendments and permits for new subdivisions. The Strategy was adopted by Council on 19 May 2008
Climate Change in Australia
CSIRO and the Australian Bureau of Meteorology collaborative site providing essential tools for government, industry and the community to understand the likely magnitude of climate change in Australia and the possible impacts
Climate change: potential impacts and costs
Australian Department of Climate Change downloadable fact sheets providing an overview of the potential impacts and costs for each state and territory
Collaborating for indigenous rights, 1957-1973 (National Museum of Australia)
NMA online education resource to help teachers and their students explore the 1967 Referendum and the significance of this landmark event in Australian history
Commercial scallop season 2008: preliminary pre-season survey data summary
Report presenting summary data of the May-June 2008 survey of scallop stocks on the east and north east coast of Tasmania, analysed by the Tasmanian Aquaculture and Fisheries Institute. The Scallop Fisheries Advisory Committee (ScFAC) has considered the results, and has provided advice to the Minister
Community Coastcare grants
Community Coastcare is part of the Caring for our Country package of activities contributing to the protection of coastal environments and critical aquatic habitats. Applications for 2008-2009 funding of activities close 25 July 2008
Community Visitors Scheme
CVS is a federally-funded program, established to promote links between people living in an aged care who are isolated or lonely, and visits from a friendly community member
Consulting with Government - online
Australian Government Information Management Office (AGIMO) June 2008 report that identifies and highlights the findings of public consultations, focus groups and online surveys conducted to collect public opinion on the concept of and interest in a government consultation blog and discussion forum
Council connect: online access to Tasmanian councils
Directory site giving comprehensive information on Tasmanian council services, online payments, business resources, jobs, rates information and more
Crown Land Assessment and Classification (CLAC) Project
Details of the project to complete the Crown land classification process by assessing and classifying all unallocated Crown land and Public Reserves, concluded June 2008
Defence Home Ownership Assistance Scheme (DHOAS)
A new home loan subsidy scheme for eligible ADF members launched on 1 July 2008
Digital Education Revolution: national secondary school computer fund (round 2)
Funding is open for all secondary schools with Year 9 to 12 students. Downloadable registration and applications by 9 October
Disability Services Review
The review of Tasmanian disability services was established to provide advice to Government on the strategic direction and best practice service models needed in order to use available resources in an equitable, cost effective and sustainable way. The final report of the review was released in June 2008
Discovery Future Fellowships
Details of the Australian Government scheme which will offer 1,000 talented Australian and international mid-career researchers four-year fellowships of up to $140,000 a year
Dorset Council: Local Community Grants Program
The Program provides funding to individuals and non-profit organisations to assist them to provide cultural, community and recreational services, initiatives or resources for the benefit of the Dorset community. 2008/2009 applications close 25 August 2008
Drawing the Lines
Details of the National Museum of Australia's national political cartooning competition for upper primary and secondary school students. Entries must be postmarked on or before 17 October 2008
Drinking water quality report, 2006-2007
Latest annual report by the Director of Public Health on the quality of Tasmania's drinking water for the period 1 July 2006-30 June 2007, released July 2008
Earn your stars (Tasmanian Climate Change Office site)
Website produced by the Tasmanian Climate Change Office, providing useful information for Tasmanians on the actions they can take to reduce their carbon footprint, along with information on what the Government is doing. Includes reports, a carbon emissions calculator, video, the basic science behind climate change, and useful links
Economic Policy Branch (Treasury and Finance)
The Economic Policy Branch of the Department of Treasury and Finance monitors trends in the Tasmanian economy and provides economic policy advice to the Government. A range of publications on Tasmania's economic conditions are available on the Branch website
Effective Caring: a synthesis of the international evidence on carer needs and interventions
Australian Government report which aims to: identify the needs of carers, including the factors that sustain carers in their caring role; identify interventions; and develop a research agenda
Ending homelessness in Tasmania report
Report to the Tasmanian Government by New York authority on homelessness, Rosanne Haggerty, presenting her observations from her March 2008 visit to Tasmania, and her advice on innovative solutions to the problem of homelessness
Enrol to vote week
Australian secondary schools are invited to participate in national Enrol to Vote Week held 28 July to 3 August in 2008
Environment Protection Authority Tasmania (EPA)
The EPA is part of Tasmania's resource management and planning system, governed by an independent Board whose primary statutory responsibility is regulating large industry in Tasmania
E-Security Review
Details of the Australian Government review into the Government's e-security policy, programs and capabilities. Written submissions on the discussion papers are invited before 31 July 2008
Family Support Package (Prime Minister and Cabinet)
Beginning on 1 July, the Rudd government outlines the package for families that was created out of the current national budget
Financial Ombudsman Service
The Australian Government's Financial Ombudsman Service provides an independent, free, fair, and accessible dispute resolution service for Australian banking, insurance and investment disputes
Fuel for thought - the future of transport fuels: challenges and opportunities
Report from the Future Fuels Forum in June 2008 where representatives from Australia's transport stakeholders participated in the CSIRO-led discussion on Australia's fuel choices
George Town Council: how to calculate your rates 2008-2009
Downloadable brochure on all information relating to rates and their calculation for this municipality
Governor of Tasmania: annual reports
Lists links to the current and past annual reports, and other information on the Governor and Government House
Guidelines for the care of people in post-coma unresponsiveness
The Australian Health Ethics Committee (AHEC) has developed ethical guidelines for the care of people diagnosed with post-coma unresponsiveness, and people in a minimally responsive state. A guide for families and carers of people with profound brain damage has also been released
Hobart Sustainable Transport Strategy : draft 2008
Hobart City Council has developed this in line with its current Strategic Framework and Plan, outlining issues with the current transportation system and suggesting initial goals for Council to pursue to create a more sustainable transport system. Downloadable strategy with public comment by 30 September
Hobart Waterfront major sites development program
Details of the Tasmanian Government's Hobart waterfront development projects: Hobart Railyards; Parliament Square; Princes Wharf; Brooke St Ferry Pier; Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery; The Docks and Franklin Wharf; Wapping Corner and Macquarie One.
Huon Valley Council: Dover Foreshore Management Plan
Link to this Council's plan with public comment by 29 August
Legal Ombudsman: publications
Lists links to the current and past annual reports, and other publications, of Tasmania's Legal Ombudsman
Lindisfarne Village Streetscape Project
Council has committed to develop a master plan for the redevelopment of the public spaces within Lindisfarne. Links to consultant's report with public comment by 28 July
Lost in transition?: a film competition for students
The Southern Tasmanian Youth Transitions Taskforce has launched a film competition with substantial prizes for all young Tasmanians living in the south of the state
Macquarie House Conservation Management Plan
The public is invited to comment on a draft Conservation Management Plan (CMP) for Macquarie House in Hobart by 31 July 2008
Macquarie Island: rabbit impacts and management
Outlines the problem of rabbits and rodents in the Macquarie Island Nature Reserve, and what is being done to remedy the situation
Macquarie Wharf Shed No. 1 redevelopment project documents
TasPorts and Sullivans Cove Waterfront Authority documents relating to the proposed redevelopment of the Macquarie Wharf Shed No.1. Includes background, process, and timeline information; and an issues and options paper
Maydena Adventure Hub
Details of Foresty Tasmania's fourth major tourism attraction, based at Maydena. Information about the town, region, planned outdoor adventure Hub activities, and position descriptions for Hub managers, is provided. Expressions of interest from tourism operators who would like to participate in the Hub's range of activities is invited by 18 July 2008
Metro Tasmania: urban fringe student permit
From 1 July 2008 all students aged 18 or below who reside in urban fringe areas (ie outside the defined Urban Areas) and who use Metro services should apply for an Urban Fringe Student Permit to enable access to the 30 cent per trip student fare
Multicultural Tasmania Grants Program
Details of funding available for projects that foster cultural diversity and multiculturalism. Links to guidelines and application forms (as available)
National Boating Usage Study
NMSC is inviting owners or operators of all types of recreational craft to volunteer for this world first 18 month diary study with financial incentives
National Curriculum Development Paper
Intended as background reading for participants in the Into the Future - National Curriculum Board Forum held in Melbourne on 27 June 2008 in the development towards a national curriculum
National Indigenous Representative Body: consultations
The Australian Government is proposing to sett up a national Indigenous representative body to give Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people a voice in national affairs and policy development. Views of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are sought on the proposed plan by 19 September with forums in every state
National Plan to Reduce Violence against Women and Children
In May 2008, the National Council were given the responsibility of drafting a National Plan to Reduce Violence against Women and Children. Details about public submissions by 31 July
National Secondary School Computer Fund
An Australian Government fund providing grants to secondary schools to assist them to provide new or upgraded information and communication technology (ICT) for students in years 9-12. Round 2 funding applications close 9 October 2008
New Royal Hospital: Tasports response (PDF file)
Tasports consulted with the New Royal Project Team in June 2008 about the requirements of the maintainance of a working port for Hobart in the future and this is their repsonse
Northern Midlands Council: planning application forms
Planning application forms and current planning fees for this municipality
Office of the Anti-Discrimination Commissioner: community languages
Discrimination and prohibited conduct information in a number of community languages
Open Grants
Details of the Australian Government initiative providing funds for projects that target sustainable management of farms, rivers and oceans and national icons. Applications for 2008-2009 funding close 1 August 2008
Overland Track, Tasmania
Web site describing Tasmania's premier long-distance walking track, through the heart of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Includes management information, fact sheet, essential walking guide and trip planner, details of fees charged, and booking requirements (the booking season runs from 1 November to 30 April, with bookings opening each July). Includes online booking and payment facility (during booking period)
Pages Road Sand and Gravel Pit Environmental Effects Report
Development Application with a supporting Environmental Effects Report (EER) has been lodged at the Waratah-Wynyard Council for a proposal involving the redevelopment of previous gravel pits. Downloadable report with public comment by 28 July
Parliament of Australia: Inquiry into whistleblowing protections within the Australian government public sector
The Committee invites interested persons and organisations to make submissions addressing the terms of reference. Links to documentation with closing date of 8 August
Passionate Apprentices (SBS Inside Australia series)
Promotional information on, and viewer comment relating to, the SBS television series Passionate Apprentices (broadcast 25 June-9 July 2008) featuring three unique Tasmanian artisans: a knife-maker, a beekeeper, and a bread-maker
Pension indexation arrangements in Australian Government civilian and military superannuation schemes review
Review to consider and report on whether the current CPI pension indexation methodology in these schemes should be changed. Submissions which address these matters are invited by 19 July 2008
Plan for the eradication of rabbits and rodents on Subantarctic Macquarie Island 2007
Summary of the plan for the eradication of rabbits and rodents on Macquarie Island. The full version is available for downloading
Planned burns (Parks and Wildlife Service)
Information on the Parks and Wildlife Service's program of planned burns, as part of fire management in the state, with a link to a schedule of current planned burns
Risdon Brook Drinking Water Catchment Management Plan: draft
The Draft Plan identifies and ranks potential risks to water quality, and assigns management actions to minimise each risk. Downloadable Draft Plan is available for public comment until 1 August
Social impacts of drought issues paper
Paper produced by Australian Government appointed expert panel examining the social impacts of drought on farm families and rural communities. Written submissions from interested stakeholders are invited by 8 August 2008
Sorell Council Corporate Plan 2008-2009
Providing the operational link with Sorell Council's Community Strategic Plan 2008-2013 and providing our key stakeholders clarity on the Council's direction over the next 12 months
Strata living in Tasmania     [Life Event]
Information on strata schemes, with a link to the publication, Strata Living in Tasmania (2nd edition, February 2008)
Subclass 457 visa program integrity review
The Australian Government is undertaking an Integrity Review of the Subclass 457 visa program. Submissions on issues raised in Issue Paper no. 1 (on minimim salary level requirements and labour agreements) is invited by 8 August 2008
Tasmania Together: benchmark reports online
Online resource providing access to the most current information available on progress towards the Tasmania Together goals and benchmarks
Tasmania Together: benchmarks revised
The Tasmania Together Progress Board has endorsed revisions to Tasmania Together benchmarks. Public comment on these is invited by 25 July 2008
Tasmanian Early Years Foundation
Established under the Tasmanian Early Years Foundation Act 2005 as a non-profit organisation to support and promote the wellbeing, development and learning of Tasmanian children up to the age of six years. Achievement Awards nominations close 3 October
Tasmanian framework for action on climate change
Tasmanian Government framework providing a context for Tasmania's response to global warming and describing some of the environmental, economic and social effects of climate change
Tasmanian Government concessions     [Life Event]
Guide to State Government concessions available to people on low or fixed incomes, those with a disability and their carers, seniors, veterans, widows, sole parents, students and others. Some concessions are also available to the broader community. Links to State Government grants programs for community projects are also provided
Tasmanian Living Writers' Week
Biennial festival celebrating Tasmanian books and writing, with events held across the state. Events include the Tasmanian Book Fair, literary lunches, book launches, panel sessions and conversations with local and interstate writers, community events, and the announcement of the winner of the Gwen Harwood Poetry Prize. The 2008 program (15-24 August) is available to download. Some events require bookings (online booking is available)
Tips for parents: adolescents
Department of Health and Ageing advice for parents on how to communicate with adolescents and when and where to seek help
West Tamar Council: Vandalism & Crime Report Form
Downloadable form to send the Council and Police reporting a criminal event in this municipality
Workcover Tasmania: long onset diseases
WorkCover Tasmania is investigating the exposure to the Tasmanian Workers Compensation Scheme to long onset diseases. Requesting licensed insurers and self-insurers to provide responses to the downloadable questionnaire by 30 July
World Expo: Australian pavillion
Details the plans for the Australian Pavillion at the World Expo in Shanghi, China on 1 May to 31 October 2010