Feedback now open on Brighton-Cambridge freight route options
The Tasmanian Government is seeking public feedback on improving freight links between Brighton and Cambridge.
They wish to maintain efficient connections between these two important freight hubs and reduce the impact on existing routes through Hobart.
The Brooker Highway, East Derwent Highway and Tasman Highway serve current freight demands but, as these roads become more congested in the future, may pose challenges for efficient freight movement.
The government is looking at upgrades to three potential alternative routes currently used for some freight movements or whether to continue with current arrangements.
The options are:
- Tea Tree Road, Back Tea Tree Road, Malcolms Hut Road, Richmond Road/Cambridge bypass;
- Tea Tree Road, Middle Tea Tree Road, Colebrook Road and Richmond Road/Cambridge bypass;
- Tea Tree Road, Colebrook Road, and Richmond Road/Cambridge bypass; and no change to the existing arrangements.
Public consultation on the options would run from Monday, 19 August to Monday, 16 September 2024.
Alternative route options can be viewed, and feedback can be provided, via an online interactive map, as well as at one of four display locations, and two walk in community sessions.
Feedback can also be sent to brighton-cambridge@
Expressions of Interest open for Tasmanian Library Advisory Board 2025–2027
Libraries Tasmania is seeking expressions of interest from the public for membership of the Tasmanian Library Advisory Board (TLAB) for a three-year term. The term of appointment is 1 January 2025 to 31 December 2027.
TLAB is established under the Libraries Act 1984 to provide the Minister for Education with objective, community-based advice on issues concerning the delivery of library services in Tasmania. TLAB’s interest extends to lifelong learning, adult literacy and the State’s archival and heritage collections and services.
Membership of TLAB reflects the interests of library users and covers a mix of urban, rural and local government representation. Members must reflect a wide range of backgrounds, interests and involvement. Meetings are held four times a year. Libraries Tasmania supports, recognises and celebrates diversity.
Interested parties should send an expression of interest outlining their qualifications, experience and suitability for the role to execdirector.libraries@
For more information on how to apply please contact Lily Fletcher Stojcevski, Office of the Executive Director, Libraries Tasmania, on (03) 6165 5559 or by email at execdirector.libraries@
Applications open for the 2025 State Library and Archives of Tasmania Fellowships
Building on the success of the inaugural research and creative fellowships in 2024, the State Library and Archives of Tasmania are pleased to announce an expanded fellowship program for 2025.
The fellowship program includes:
– One Research Fellowship valued at $10,000.
– One Creative Fellowship valued at $10,000.
– One Aboriginal Fellowship valued at $10,000.
– Two Writing Fellowships each valued at $5,000.
Applications open for all fellowships on Friday 6 September and close at 5 pm on Friday 4 October 2024. Academics, researchers, independent scholars, writers, artists, film makers, digital innovators and creatives, are encouraged to apply.
The fellowship program will appeal to a broad range of people who are interested in using the State Library and Archives of Tasmania collections for study or research.
“The State Library and Archives of Tasmania collections hold the memories, stories and identity of Tasmania. Our internationally significant records include UNESCO Convict collections, books, photographs, maps, artwork, newspapers, as well as extensive Tasmanian Government and community archives. The State Library and Archives of Tasmania Fellowships provide an opportunity for recipients to explore the collections to research, create and write new works that bring our stories to life,” said Libraries Tasmania Executive Director, Patrick Gregory.
The new 2025 fellowships are:
- An Aboriginal Fellowship supporting a Tasmanian Aboriginal artist, academic or researcher in creating a project that engages with and interprets the State Library and Archives of Tasmania collection; and
- Two Writing Fellowships in partnership with Island Magazine. The fellowships provide support for two writers to each produce a piece of creative writing that illuminates, explores, or reflects on an aspect of the State Library and Archives of Tasmania collection.
Applications for the Research Fellowship and Creative Fellowship are invited from individuals who meet four eligibility requirements.
Applicants must:
- Primarily reside in Tasmania;
- Should have either an emerging or established career in one of the Fellowship areas;
- Be aged 18 or over; and
- Be able to attend an in-person induction at the State Library and Archives of Tasmania in Hobart.
For more information on how to apply please go to the: https://libraries.tas.gov.au/
Help shape suicide prevention in Tasmania
Most recent ABS data shows 87 Tasmanians died by suicide in 2022. They each had people who loved and cared about them – people who now miss them and grieve their loss.
Suicide prevention is a whole-of-government, whole-of-community issue, and it is up to us all to do what we can to support each other, be kind to each other, reach out to others in times of disruption and distress, encourage discussion, and help build hope for the future.
The Tasmanian Suicide Prevention Strategy 2023–2027 was released in December 2022 and is supported by three 18-month Implementation Plans.
The second Implementation Plan is currently under development, informed by a review of current and emerging research, consultation with the Tasmanian Government’s Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Governance groups, interviews with stakeholders, and engagement with suicide prevention community networks.
Further input from Tasmanians is being sought. You can get involved here.
The Department of Health will also be conducting lived experience workshops, seeking government agency submissions, and formal submissions to finalise the Implementation Plan ahead of its release later this year.
Please reach out for help through A Tasmanian Lifeline 1800 98 44 34 or Lifeline’s crisis support line 13 11 14.
Bushfire-Ready Challenge Starts Next Week
The Tasmania Fire Service Bushfire-Ready Challenge is again being delivered this spring with registrations closing soon.
Tasmania Fire Service Acting Director, Community Fire Safety, Andrew Lyons said the program will be delivered across the state from 16 September and will run for four weeks.
“The Tasmania Fire Service Bushfire-Ready Challenge aims to inspire community behaviour change for bushfire planning and preparation through a sustainable, formalised resilience program,” Lyons said.
“Despite the recent extreme weather events, bushfire season is fast approaching and now is the time to start preparing.”
“The more prepared you are, the better placed you’ll be to act quickly and protect yourself, your family and your property during bushfires.”
“Households register to take part in the Bushfire-Ready Challenge and will receive weekly challenges via an online platform, as they prepare for bushfire season.
“Each challenge is delivered via email and will include pro-active preparation tasks such as, Know Your Bushfire Risk, Create a Bushfire Plan, Complete a Bushfire Property Assessment, and Put Together an Emergency Kit.
“This encourages households to not only learn, but take action, keeping themselves safe and prepared for bushfire.”
For more information visit bushfire.tas.gov.au/.
