Business East Tamar

10/06/2026

Are you a person that gets your tickets on day one or the last day? Grab a ticket today and join in the festivities. It is going to be a magical event :)

08/06/2026

Be Bold ! Nominate today: https://gtcci.asn.au/business-awards

31/05/2026

🏆 Nominations Now Open - George Town Business Excellence Awards 2026 🏆

Do you know a business that consistently delivers outstanding service, innovation, leadership, or contribution to our community?

Now is your chance to recognise their achievements.

The George Town Business Excellence Awards celebrate the businesses, organisations and individuals who help make our region a vibrant and successful place to live, work and invest.

Whether it's your own business or a local business you believe deserves recognition, we encourage you to submit a nomination.

✅ Nominate your own business
✅ Nominate an outstanding local business

To submit a nomination, simply visit our website by clicking the link below.

Local business is a cornerstone to the prosperity and appeal of the East Tamar Region, and we are proud of our area’s thriving business community.

20/05/2026

What is the hype all about? Scan the QR code to find out all about Why Leave Town project!

10/05/2026

Business East Tamar ( formally Chamber of Commerce) have released our latest newsletter. Details for our session with Small Business Minister Guy Barnett, free training opportunities for our NDIS and Age Care business are contained within.

27/04/2026

Cost Of Doing Business 2026 – free online webinar series
Ongoing global disruptions and rising costs continue to create challenges for Tasmanian businesses. To help business owners respond with confidence, Business Tasmania, in partnership with the Tasmanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, is delivering the Cost Of Doing Business 2026 online webinar series.

The six‑part series brings together experienced business advisors to provide practical guidance on starting a business, workplace culture, tax and insurance, leasing a premises, managing emerging risk, and pricing. Sessions are designed to support informed decision‑making and long‑term business sustainability.

Businesses are welcome to attend as many sessions as they wish. All sessions are free and delivered online.

For more information and to register:
Getting Started in Business
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Tuesday, 12 May 2026
www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1987664499023?aff=oddtdtcreator

Workplace Culture – Practical Ways to Support and Retain Staff
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Tuesday, 19 May 2026
www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1987666879142?aff=oddtdtcreator

Taxation and Insurance
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Tuesday, 9 June 2026
www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1987667214144?aff=oddtdtcreator

Leasing a Premises
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1987668258267?aff=oddtdtcreator

Managing Emerging (Workers Compensation) Risk
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Tuesday, 23 June 2026
www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1987668935292?aff=oddtdtcreator

Setting the Right Price for Your Product or Service
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Tuesday, 30 June 2026
www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1987669208108?aff=oddtdtcreator
If you have any questions, please contact Business Tasmania on 1800 440 026 or email [email protected]
Upcoming webinars: Managing fuel cost impacts – support for hospitality businesses
To support Tasmania’s hospitality sector in managing the impact of increased fuel costs, Business Tasmania, in partnership with Hospitality Tasmania, is delivering free online information sessions focused on practical guidance for understanding and managing fuel cost impacts.

The sessions will be led by Warren Moore from Braddon Business Centre, who delivers the Tasmanian Government’s New Business Support Service and Tasmanian Business Advice Service. Warren will walk through practical revenue and cost scenarios to help hospitality businesses identify where fuel costs are having the greatest impact and explore options to respond.

Kelly Brown, Manager of the Business Tasmania service, will also outline the personalised assistance, information and Tasmanian Government programs available to support hospitality businesses during this period of cost volatility.

Two options are available to attend each session. Please register for your preferred session through the links below:
Managing fuel cost impacts
10:30 am – 11:45 am Tuesday, 5 May 2026
www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1987478402403?aff=oddtdtcreator

3:30 pm – 4:45 pm Wednesday, 6 May 2026
www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1987478527778?aff=oddtdtcreator

Cash flow, costs and control – Hospitality finance essentials
3:30 pm – 4:45 pm Tuesday, 19 May 2026
www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1987478626072?aff=oddtdtcreator

10:30 am – 11:45 am Wednesday, 20 May 2026
www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1987478726372?aff=oddtdtcreator
If you have any questions, please contact Business Tasmania on 1800 440 026 or email [email protected]

Starting a business? Learn how to test your idea, understand costs and get set up right in this practical online session.

22/04/2026

📣 Support for Workers Affected by Job Loss (Up to $3,000 Available)

We’re aware that many workers have recently been impacted by redundancies and downsizing across our region, including those connected to TEMCO / South32 at Bell Bay.

If you or someone you know is now looking for new employment, there is support available through the Rapid Response Skills Initiative.

💡 What’s available: Eligible individuals may receive up to $3,000 to help cover the cost of retraining or upskilling, including: • Licences and tickets (e.g. forklift, white card)
• Short courses or formal training
• Industry-relevant qualifications

👤 Who can apply: • People who have been made redundant or lost their job due to business closure or downsizing
• Job loss must have occurred within the past 12 months
• Tasmanian residents

📍 How to get started: Before applying, individuals need to connect with a Career Connector provider through Jobs Tasmania.

👉 Learn more and apply here:
https://www.jt.tas.gov.au/programs/rapid_response_skills_initiative

If you know someone who may benefit, please share this information.

07/04/2026

Under the Anzac Day Observance Act 1929, it is an offence to open a shop before 12.30pm on Anzac Day.

If a non-exempt shop is open before 12.30pm, the occupier may be fined under section 5A of the Act.

Applications for trading on Anzac Day 2026 will close on Friday 10 April 2026 at 5pm. For more information email [email protected]

For more information and a list of exempt categories of business click the link below

By phone Find the number of a specific division or office to contact them directly or call Service Tasmania on 1300 135 513.

24/03/2026

On Thursday evening, the George Town Chamber of Commerce had the pleasure of hosting a community networking session with Timberlink.
Timberlink is a leading Australian and New Zealand timber manufacturer, playing a key role in sustainable forestry and supplying structural timber products across the construction industry.

It was an engaging and informative night, with Timberlink sharing insights into their operations, including an overview of their processing facilities, broader business activities, and the important work they do within our community. Attendees had the opportunity to ask questions, connect directly, and gain a deeper understanding of one of our region’s key employers.

A few key takeaways from the evening:
• Timberlink is strongly community focused, regularly supporting local schools and charities through timber donations and assistance
• Safety is a core priority, with a clear commitment to ensuring everyone goes home safe
• They are dedicated to their workforce and creating meaningful employment opportunities
• There are currently around 15 job vacancies available

For those interested in employment opportunities, we encourage you to visit the Timberlink website to learn more and apply.

Timberlink has also generously extended an invitation to Chamber members for a site tour. Details are still being finalised, but if you are interested, please reach out to us via Facebook and we will share further information once available.

As a Platinum Sponsor of our annual Business Excellence Awards, this event was a great opportunity to acknowledge Timberlink’s ongoing support while giving our business community the chance to connect, learn, and engage.

Thank you to Timberlink for an excellent evening.

12/03/2026

The George Town Chamber of Commerce is pleased to host a special event recognising Timberlink as our Platinum Sponsor of the Business Excellence Awards.

This evening is an opportunity to thank Timberlink for their support, hear more about their business and community contributions, and enjoy some time connecting with fellow members of the George Town business community.

See the flyer below for details.