Tasmania

An island of dramatic natural beauty, modern sophisticated cities, friendly innovative people and a fascinating preserved history, Tasmania boasts superb business events venues, products and services.

Tasmania constantly exceeds expectations. Delegates are blown away by Tasmania’s unique product, intimate service and extraordinary charm. They can enjoy gentle outdoor pleasures, stunning dining experiences or the full adrenalin rush.

KEY INDUSTRY SECTORS

• Advanced manufacturing
• Antarctic and Southern Ocean
• Building and construction
• Cultural and creative industries
• Food and agribusiness: dairy, wine, salmonid, fruit, vegetables, red meat and poppy
• Forestry and related industries
• Information, communication and technology: contact centres
• International education
• Mining and mineral processing
• Renewable energy
• Science research
• Tourism
• Health and medical research

ACCESS
Five airlines (Qantas Link, Virgin Australia, Jetstar, Tiger Airways and Regional Express) operate regular services between mainland Australia and the Tasmania cities of Hobart, Launceston, Burnie and Devonport.  Delegates can also travel from Melbourne to Devonport with their cars by sea on the Spirit of Tasmania.

LOCAL TRANSPORT / GETTING AROUND
Transport around Tasmania is readily available. In the city centres, most conference venues are in easy walking distance of shops, restaurants and attractions. Private transfers by coach, limousine, boat and aircraft are reasonably priced and of a high quality. Reliable public transport in the form of taxis and buses is also readily available.

CLIMATE
Tasmania enjoys a cool, temperate maritime climate. Tasmania monthly averages:

ACCOMMODATION
Tasmania’s accommodation options are as diverse as its landscape.  Hobart and Launceston are best suited to larger events, with Hobart accommodating 1,100 delegates.  Our regional areas including the East Coast, Northwest and West Coasts, excel in providing a more intimate meeting or incentive environment.

VENUE CAPACITY
Hobart is ideally suited to business events of up to 1,100 delegates
Launceston is ideally suited to business events of up to 600 delegates
The East Coast is ideally suited to business events of up to 60-80 delegates
The Northwest and West Coast are ideally suited to business events of up to 80-100 delegates