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How can we help you?

Travelling to Tasmania from Indonesia?

To help prevent lumpy skin disease and foot and mouth disease from entering Australia, increased checks of arriving passengers and their belongings have been put in place.

Landfill levy

From 1 July, a landfill levy fee will be placed on waste materials sent to landfill for disposal.

Department Rename and Strategic Plan

Our Department has begun the transition to better reflect our purpose of delivering a sustainable Tasmania.

Volunteer with us

Find out about our volunteer programs and current volunteering opportunities at NRE Tas.

Harvest Jobs

How to find a seasonal work in Tasmania's agricultural sector.

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Latest News

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30 June 2022

Biosecurity Tasmania response to NSW varroa mite detection
Tasmanian beekeepers are urged to remain vigilant for signs of varroa mite following a detection of the pest in New South Wales.

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15 June 2022

TWWHA Status and Trend reports now available
Three reports on the condition of the natural and cultural values of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area have been released.

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20 May 2022

Rural Water Use Implementation Plan and Report Card released
The Implementation Plan for the Rural Water Use Strategy and the first Report Card on progress have now been released.

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