Antarctic
Tasmania
Antarctic Tasmania is a State Government agency dedicated to supporting the businesses and organisations that make up the Antarctic sector in Tasmania.
Digital
futures
Information about initiatives that support the community and help businesses take part in the Tasmanian digital economy including information and communications technology.
Science and
research
Tasmania is home to a vibrant and diverse science and research sector with world-recognised expertise in a number of areas.
Strategy and
innovation
Innovation is a key component in the department's Economic Development Plan. Improved productivitiy and innovation in our traditional industries will ensure a more diverse and robust economy focusing on high-value added market segments.
Welcome to Innovation, Science and Technology
Latest news
Explaining Tasmania’s wine industry competitive advantages The wine industry in Tasmania: A guide for investors was launched by the Minister for Economic Development, David O’Byrne on 10 May 2012.
In early March, the Premier, Lara Giddings announced that Tasmania needs to position itself to take advantage of the ‘Asian Century’ . As a result she will lead a trade delegation of business and industry representatives to Asia this September to progress trade and investment opportunities. Planning for the mission is now underway.
Scores of vessels assembled on the River Derwent to re-create the farewell given to Antarctic explorer Douglas Mawson on 2 December 1911, 100 years ago.
Community conversations are being held in March to help inform the Department of Economic Development Tourism and the Arts’ three regional economic development plans.
