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25.01.2022 The Carlton Park SLSC Surf Festival is on again and will be held this Saturday 28th November at the Carlton Park Surf Life Saving Club. Events include the Clearwater Classic ocean swim, board event, ski event and the Healthy Horizons fun run. To register see, the details below.

25.01.2022 Thoroughbred racing returns to Elwick tomorrow following the track’s winter ‘refresh’. Some really competitive fields representing trainers and owners from across Tasmania will be racing for increased prize money which I announced last weekend. Get along to the races if your afternoon is free! ... See below for for further details: https://goracingtasmania.com.au/hobart-thoroughbreds-tr-m-/

25.01.2022 Congratulations to Pharmacist Ilwoo Park from the Oatlands Pharmacy - Alliance Pharmacy on recently being honoured with the Early Career Pharmacist of the Year Award as part of the 2020 Tasmanian Pharmacist Awards. This award follows on from the Pharmacy winning the Judges' Award for best video in the Pharmacy Guild's 2020 video competition for rural, regional and remote pharmacies across Australia, earlier this year.

25.01.2022 Today I attended the under 18 rugby union exhibition game between The Hutchins School & The Rugby Union Academy Devils - with Hutchins taking out the win! Today's event provided an opportunity for the Devils to play at least one game this year in their unique team wear which was designed for a sporting and cultural tour of New Zealand scheduled for April 2020, but cancelled due to COVID-19. The team wear features palawa artwork and was designed by local Tasmanian Indigeno...us artist, Sharnie Reid. A beautiful & moving welcome to country was also sung by Dewayne Everettsmith Thanks to Neil Edwards, President of Hutchins Friends of Rugby, and Ebony Altimira, President of the Tasmanian Rugby Union for having me. Well done to both teams on what was a great match!!

23.01.2022 Congratulations to the Bagdad Education & Care - A Nature Play Centre who won the Little Scientists Early Stem Award, for the second year running! The Little Scientists Early STEM Award 2020 celebrates Early Childhood Educators’ commitment and dedication to Early STEM education and inquiry-based learning. To learn more about the winning project, Earth 'Really is' A Goldilocks Planet, see -https://littlescientists.org.au//earth-really-is-a-goldil/

22.01.2022 ! Works will take place on Friday, 2 October from 7:00 pm 6:00 am Saturday, 3 October, and on four Sundays - 11, 18, 25 October and 1 November from 7:30 am 5:00 pm. Road users are advised to allow for delays of up to 20 minutes, and consider alternative routes where possible.... The speed limit will be reduced between the approaches of McGees Bridge and the western causeway. Traffic will be controlled by traffic controllers, with only one lane available at all times. At about 10:30 am and 1:30 pm on the Sundays there will be complete closures of both lanes for about 6 minutes each time. For more information: https://www.transport.tas.gov.au/.../midway_point...

21.01.2022 Tassie’s success on the international stage continues with our very own Tasmanian runner Stewart McSweyn claiming the Australian 1500m record at the Doha Diamond League meet in Qatar. Stewart's outstanding result caps off a brief but sensational campaign overseas, who now owns the 1500m, 3000m (which he set last week) and the 10,000m national records. Racing against the clock, Stewart put on a show of strength, speed and confidence to take out the event in 3:30.51.... Well done Stewart - what an incredible achievement!

20.01.2022 Congratulations DiamondBacks Hockey Club on a very well deserved back to back premiership!! What a game-proud Mum moment!

20.01.2022 Great to drop by and join some of the trainers for the infamous cake day at Longford this morning! Thank you Monica for organising the delicious cakes Good luck to all of the runners who will run in tonight’s TasBreeders race night

18.01.2022 Campania trainers Christine Crook and Imogen Miller of Crook & Miller Racing have announced the retirement of their warhorse Tshahitsi. Bred by Christine, Tshahitsi had a magnificent career winning feature races in Tasmania and also venturing to Caulfield and Flemington for big wins. The now nine-year-old won on 13 occasions and more than $514,000 in prizemoney. I am sure Christine, Imogen and all of Tshahitsi’s owners will provide him with a very loving retirement!

17.01.2022 I will be joining Clubs Tasmania at the Campania Football Oval on Wednesday 2 December at 6pm. This will provide a great opportunity to identify any challenges community clubs are facing and how we might be able to assist. To register visit see - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/southern-midlands-clubs-tas... I look forward to seeing you there!

17.01.2022 Congratulations to the wonderful Tasmanian bred, trained and owned mare Mystic Journey in her magnificent fighting win in the Group 2 Stocks Stakes at Moonee Valley last night. What a terrific return to the winner's stall that was no doubt celebrated by her owner Wayne Roser, trainer Adam Trinder & his staff from Trinder Racing and Armidale Stud where she grew up. Also congrats to Launceston's John and Nathan Matthews who part own impressive Stutt Stakes winning colt Glenfiddich

17.01.2022 A great afternoon at the DiamondBacks Hockey Club Girls Under 13 Team Premiers & Minor Premiers 2020 Presentation. Well done girls, what a season!

16.01.2022 Thanks to Rob, Peter, Grant and James from Rowing Tasmania for taking the time to meet with me recently to discuss their future plans for the Riverbend Rowing Centre. It is envisaged that the Rowing Centre will provide a hub for rowing and other related on-water based sports in the region, consolidating rowing facilities for Clubs and schools. The Centre will grow the sport at all levels from learn to row programs, schools, Clubs, masters, para-rowing and those competing at the elite level. Rowing membership is continuing to grow with Rowing Tasmania reporting it had 2,449 members in the 2019 calendar year. 1,848 of Rowing Tasmania’s members were under the age of 18 and the sport is popular with male and female participants, with an approximately 50 per cent gender split across the membership.

16.01.2022 Condolences to Garry Davidson's family and friends. Garry was born on the North-West Coast in 1954, and was 18 when he was recruited to Geelong, where he played 30 games in four years, and after two seasons with VFA side Caulfield, played a season at Richmond for 10 games in 1978. Garry then returned to Tasmania in 1982 to coach Glenorchy, and in three seasons racked up 54 wins from 67 games and the 1983 premiership.... After spending 1985-86 as TFL coaching director as well as coach of Tasmania’s state senior team and Teal Cup under-17s, Davidson was appointed senior coach of North Hobart in 1987. Thank you for your outstanding contribution to Tasmania’s football fraternity.

15.01.2022 Last month I was thrilled to announce a six per cent increase in stakes money for this financial year. Following consultation with racing code committees, today, I joined with Tasracing Australia CEO, Paul Eriksson Tasracing to announce how that money will be distributed amongst the three racing codes. The additional stakes money will go towards increased stakes per race or on increasing the number of races, which means m...ore opportunities for participants to win prizemoney. I look forward to announcing a further stakes increase next year. For full details see - http://www.premier.tas.gov.au//stakes_increase_to_be_share

14.01.2022 A successful and enjoyable return to racing at Elwick this afternoon. Well done to all of the race winners. Great to drop by and see race 1 winner, mare Red Letter Lady, who was bred in Tasmania, so won a lucrative breeders bonus. Red Letter Lady is also trained by leading Longford trainer Bill Ryan and ridden by Siggy Carr.... I want to also add my condolences to connections of star Tassie racehorse Hellova Street who tragically died over the weekend. An especially difficult period for the staff that looked after him including trainer Scott Brunton and Tegan Keys. Since winning a 3YO maiden in Hobart at his fourth race start seven years ago, Hellova Street went on to win another 19 times as well as notch 25 minor placings for career earnings of $1.291 million. Hellova Street’s imposing record included thirteen stakes wins, highlighted by two Tasmanian Newmarket Handicaps, three weight-for-age Mowbray Stakes, and the Group 3 Chatham Stakes at Flemington in 2017. He also was twice crowned Tasmanian Horse of the Year but what race lovers and punters alike will remember him for most was his incredible will to win.

13.01.2022 Yesterday, I joined with Basketball Tasmania, Volleyball Tasmania Inc., Gymnastics Tasmania & Football Tasmania to announce that tenders are now open for the design, planning and oversight of construction of a $20 million indoor multi-sport facility in Glenorchy. The new facility will provide fit-for purpose, multi-use courts and sports facilities for a range of sports including futsal, netball, basketball, volleyball and gymnastics. The facility will also provide multi-use rooms for grassroots sports and community activities. This new $20 million facility is an important component of the larger redevelopment project of the Derwent Entertainment Centre, which is being brought up to NBL standard in time for Tasmania’s entry into the National Basketball League in 2021-22.

13.01.2022 Reminder, Our Improving the Playing Field, Large grants stream closes tomorrow at 12noon. Further information including guidelines and applications can be found at: https://www.communities.tas.gov.au//covid-19-improving-the Under the program, grants of between $25,000 and $250,000 will be considered for local councils, sporting associations and clubs for the building of new facilities and upgrades of existing amenities. Eligible projects include change rooms, toilets and ...shower facilities, accessibility, lighting, security, fencing, scoreboards, drainage and other civil construction works. Importantly, this investment will support Tasmania’s building and construction sector and help support and create local jobs.

12.01.2022 I campaigned strongly on delivering more jobs for the South-East, and I have worked hard on that issue ever since. The South East Employment Hub - Tasmania has been a great success and assisted 168 jobseekers into employment up to the end of October 2020, this includes 45 into full time work, 50 into part-time jobs and 73 into casual roles. I look forward to seeing even more locals get work with the help of our successful program... To see available opportunities visit -https://www.seehub.com.au/jobs-board

12.01.2022 With Tammy and Alan at the 5th birthday celebrations of the Midway Point Community Garden.

12.01.2022 , . All the very best of luck to all of the teams participating in the finals this weekend including hockey, football and netball. Special shout and best of luck to my daughter, and the DiamondBacks Hockey Club who are playing in the juniors grand final tonight!! ... Please don't forget to continue to observe the gathering restrictions, maintain appropriate physical distancing, stay home if you are unwell and keep up good hygiene practices as we strive to avoid a second wave of the virus in Tasmania.

12.01.2022 Best of luck to the Hobart Hurricanes who will play the Adelaide Strikers at Hurstille Oval in the first opening clash of the Rebel WBBL|06 this morning.

12.01.2022 Great to be at Mowbray tonight celebrating Tasmanian thoroughbred breeders and witnessing some of our best 3YOs and 4YOs fight it out for some big prizemoney in the Tasbred feature races. Well done to all of tonight’s winners and to Tasbreeders - representing Tasmania's Thoroughbred Breeding Industry for its continued efforts.

11.01.2022 ' ’ Business Tasmania will soon deliver workshops right across the State to Tasmanian businesses and community groups to help build skills in grant writing. The 1.5 hour workshop will cover how to find grants you may be eligible for, what’s involved and how to make your application stand out.... **Please note bookings are essential ** To register for this event, please visit -https://www.eventbrite.com/c/getting-grant-ready-cwxtfwd--/

11.01.2022 I am looking forward to attending the Midway Point Community Garden 5th Birthday celebration tomorrow. The Lions Club of Brighton Inc. are also holding the Bridgewater market tomorrow at the Brighton Civic Centre Car Park, with lots to see and do. And lastly, the Sorell Regional 2020 Art Exhibition will be held tomorrow and Sunday at the Sorell Memorial Hall from 10am-4pm.... These events are a great opportunity to support our local communities.

10.01.2022 We know the events sector was hit hard by COVID-19, that’s why we’re providing funding through the Event Ready Grant program to help event organisers adapt to operating in a COVID-19 environment and to implement safe practices. Grants of up to $5000 will be made available to organisers of new or upcoming events for the remainder of 2020 through to the end of 2021.... For more information on the program, you can visit www.eventstasmania.com

10.01.2022 Congratulations to connections of last night’s Group 2 winning juveniles at Elwick. Trained by Wesley Vale’s John Castles, Agouda Ruler (photo by Stacey Lear) won the Dandy Patch for the boys, while Melnrowley won the girls section, the Evicus, for Stowport based trainer Craig Hayes. In great news for Tasmanian breeding, both youngsters were born and bred in the North West! Craig and his family bred Melnrowley while Agouda Ruler is a homebred for Larry and Liz Nichols. Big result for Gareth Rattray too having driven both feature race winners!

10.01.2022 Well done Tim!

09.01.2022 I definitely won’t be making a football (soccer) commentator anytime soon!

09.01.2022 Best of luck to all of the participants who are taking part in the 2020 Tasmanian Women's Stroke and Stableford Challange at Launceston Golf Club on Sunday 4 October 2020. The new event, formerly known as then Tasmanian Business Women’s Tournament, has attracted a large, enthusiastic and elite field of competitors. Good luck to all of the 48 entrants!

09.01.2022 Thanks to Hobart Chargers President Brett McKay for presenting the Premier Peter Gutwein & I with our Hobart Chargers playing jerseys earlier today. Basketball continues to see a significant growth in participation right across the state. Over the weekend, I was pleased to announce that tenders are now open for the design, planning and oversight of construction of a $20 million indoor multi-sport facility, which will include courts for basketball.

08.01.2022 After more than 8 months of border restrictions we will relax our border restrictions with Victoria from 12:01am this Friday, November 27th.

07.01.2022 The Child Health Association Tasmania have just released a second round of tickets for their Sunshine Carols - A Family Christmas Festival this Sunday 6th December at St David's Park. Hurry as tickets wont last long! To book visit-https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/sunshine-carols-a-family-ch

07.01.2022 Keeping Tasmanians safe has been our number one priority during COVID-19 and it will continue to be our priority as we move towards relaxing our border restrict...ions. Today I announced that we plan to open to low risk COVID states from 26 October. We've been working hard to prepare, but we need all Tasmanians to keep on top of COVID by following some simple rules. See more

07.01.2022 We have all been concerned about the effect of the Coronavirus pandemic on the mental health and wellbeing of our children. Peer Support Australia, Australia’s only organisation dedicated to the mental health and wellbeing of school communities is encouraging schools across Tasmania to do something easy, fun and practical to improve the mental health and wellbeing of their students during the month of October through participation in the . To get involved and to download the free resources, click below

07.01.2022 Check out some of this week's roadworks across Prosser

06.01.2022 The timetable between the Tasman Peninsula and Sorell will be changing for Saturday, Sunday and Public Holiday services. For more information on timetables and bus routes, please visit www.transport.tas.gov.au or contact Tassielink on 1300 300 520.

05.01.2022 Dunalley Bay Distillery was founded by Sandra Chu and Mark Wray who moved to Dunalley from the mainland to pursue their dream of creating and selling their own unique, fine quality gin made from the best local ingredients. It was wonderful to recently visit Sandra and Mark's property at Dunalley Bay to have a tour of the site and discuss their future plans. Once completed Dunalley Bay Distillery will be an added addition to one of the 'must visit' attractions in south-east Tasmania.

05.01.2022 Thank you to Launceston Tornadoes Chair, Neil Grose for my Torns jersey. The Club has a rich history dating back to 1993, and has produced some elite players. In fact, former Torns player Brooke Brown was recently picked up in the 2020 NAB AFL Women’s Draft, by the North Melbourne Football Club. All the best for the 2021 season. I look forward to getting to a game!

04.01.2022 Last year my office was a collection point for the Hobart City Mission annual toy drive, with so many giving generously to such a worthwhile cause. This year's drive has gone virtual in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Hobart City Mission has partnered with online giving platform Simply Giving, allowing donors to select and donate toys online.... This year will be particularly important following months of uncertainty and difficulty for so many Tasmanian families. The online giving platform is open until 4 December and you can donate via -https://hobartcitymission.org.au/donate-a-toy/

03.01.2022 Congratulations to Tolpuddle Vineyard who has produced the world's best white wine, beating drops from 53 countries. The Tolpuddle Vineyard Chardonnay of 2018 was announced as this year's winner at the 38th International Wine Challenge. Tasmania continues to punch above its weight in the wine industry.

03.01.2022 The Living Next Door to a Farmer Awareness Campaign which is managed by the Tasmanian Farmers & Graziers Association aims to educate and engage the community and improve neighbours' understanding of farming activities. To find out more on this initiative, see below.

02.01.2022 Thanks to Dale Rigby and Melinda Slade from the Northern Tasmanian Junior Soccer Association for taking the time to meet with Michael Ferguson and I recently, to discuss the growth of junior soccer in Northern Tasmania as well as current and future plans at Churchill Park. The Club was formed in 1986 to administer junior soccer for boys and girls aged 6 to 16 in Northern Tasmania. Last year, the (NTJSA) had around 1900 members, and growing. It operates a Saturday roster from April to August each year, in addition to separate tournaments, and a seven-a-side summer roster, with most games held at Churchill Park, Invermay, Launceston.

01.01.2022 Congratulations to Wynyard Yacht Club's Chris Symonds who has picked up his second consecutive Australian para-sailor of the year award. Chris has competed at the international level of para sailing in the Hansa 303 class, and has finished either 1st or 2nd while competing in a total of 20 National, European or World Championships since 2014. Despite being diagnosed with Kennedys Disease (KD) a rare genetic Motor Neuron Disease in 2002, he has not let this stop him from reaching his goals.

01.01.2022 A major milestone has been achieved in the development of the new Child and Family Learning Centre (CFLC) at Sorell School, with the release of concept designs showing how the new centre might look. The CFLC will be located where the senior school administration centre is currently, as this will be relocated as part of the school’s redevelopment. This will allow the CFLC to be close to the new early years hub to ensure strong linkages and transitioning between the spaces. It ...will be a great outcome to have modern and engaging learning spaces for staff and students at Sorell School and a new CFLC to support families in the region. To view the concept designs see below https://www.education.tas.gov.au//sorell-child-and-family/

01.01.2022 After receiving almost 10 000 names for Tasmania's NBL team, we now have a winner - JackJumpers it is! Today I was delighted to join with the Premier the Hon Peter Gutwein, Simon Brookhouse, CEO of the Tasmania Jack Jumpers Fan Page, Glenorchy City Council Mayor Kristie Johnston, and Chris McCoy, CEO, Basketball Tasmania to launch the name of the Tasmanian NBL team. I look forward to seeing Tasmania-take the court in 2021, and for Tasmanians to get behind the Jack Jumpers! ... For more information on Jack Jumpers foundation memberships, see - https://membership.jackjumpers.com.au/

01.01.2022 Congratulations Jacob. What an achievement!!

01.01.2022 As I announced last weekend, there will be stakes increases for Tasmanian racing starting with tomorrow night’s Hobart races. Greyhounds will be racing for an extra $400 per race all year round. Greyhounds are amazing athletes looked after amazingly well by their trainers. If you want to see them up close, head to the Hobart track tomorrow night with the first race at 7.40pm.