Tasmanian Business Reporter

16/07/2024

If there was ever an occasion to clink two glasses of beer together in celebration, it was the 200th birthday of Cascade Brewery.

Politicians, brewery workers and business representatives gathered at the brewery in Hobart recently to toast two centuries of endurance, innovation and the spirit of Tasmania.

Cascade Brewery, in the foothills of Mount Wellington, is the oldest brewery still operating in Australia today.

24/06/2024

Hobart eateries can bridge the gap between reduced expendable income and the increased cost of food service by striking a balance that appeals to the lunch crowd.

That is the strategy for Hobart’s newest sandwich deli, Happy Larry Deli which strives to celebrate fresh Tasmanian produce and intertwine multicultural culinary inspirations, without breaking the bank.

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Hobart eateries can bridge the gap between reduced expendable income and the increased cost of food service by striking a balance that appeals to the lunch crowd.

17/06/2024

Sentinel Boats, which started life as a business that pioneered the first polyethylene salmon pens in Tasmania, now uses the indestructible plastic to build high end defence vessels – some of which are off to the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

Editor, LANA BEST reports

A consignment of state-of-the-art Sentinel 830R Rigid Hulled Inflatable Boats will form part of the $100 million military assistance package recently announced by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister…

17/06/2024

While Phaedra Deckart has always been a woman working in a man’s world, she is finally seeing change.

Editor LANA BEST spoke with her:

Phaedra Deckart doesn’t have a background in finance or accounting like many CEOs.

17/06/2024

The latest edition of the June Tasmanian Business Reporter has been distributed is out now for you to read!

This edition praises the hard work of business woman Phaedra Deckart with energy to burn and ambition that fires the Solstice boss.

Among these stories we also shine light on some of the state's businesses and their growth over the years with Cascade Brewery celebrating their 200th birthday of quenching thirsty Tasmanians and Sentinel Boats using their indestructible plastic to build high end defence vessels for Ukranian Armed Forces.

Read the online version through the link in our bio.

Cascade Brewery Co Solstice Energy Elders Hobart

03/04/2024

Former Greens leader Kim Booth has not only stuck to his guns when it comes to fighting for Tasmania's native forests, he's also passed the sustainability baton to his son and found new ways for his Deloraine and Meander timber mills to thrive and expand.

Proof of concept will be the icing on the cake when Kim Booth fulfils a lifelong dream of building a house made of trees grown himself, and he hopes others will follow his example.

20/03/2024

The latest edition is out now!
From State Election commentary to Sustainability Award results to this colourful story about a one-man business starting a new chapter, there's plenty of great reading.
If you haven't picked up a copy yet or received one in your inbox, email [email protected]

ALTHOUGH the journey is far from over, the time has come for renowned Tasmanian surfboard maker Nick Stranger to shut up shop.

01/03/2024

They delivered the enormous steel supports for Launceston General Hospital's new helipad this week. But it's all in a day's work for these men of steel who have some impressive contracts under their belt. Crisp Bros. & Haywards Tasmanian Heavy Haulage

In the heart of the TransLink industrial estate opposite Launceston Airport at Western Junction, Crisp Bros. & Haywards has built a workforce that can tackle the big stuff when it comes to ste…

27/02/2024

Like her Aboriginal ancestors proud Palawa woman Kitana Mansell starts her day foraging for food.
The 22-year-old business development manager of Tasmania’s first Aboriginal-inspired food business, Palawa Kipli, is passionate about growing and sharing the ever-expanding garden of native plants and food at Piyurakitina, Risdon Cove.

Like her Aboriginal ancestors proud Palawa woman Kitana Mansell starts her day foraging for food.

01/12/2023

The latest edition of TBR is out now!
Not only does it pay tribute to a Tassie steel manufacturer which has become the supplier of choice for some of the biggest construction projects around the country, but it also takes a look at some businesses that are far smaller and softer – the fast-growing flower industry.
We also recognise the accolades being achieved by workplace trainees, small business operators and those in the hospitality field through statewide awards.
Take a look and see who you know and who are the top performers!
And our feature read by journalist Lana Best is about a young Aboriginal woman, Kitana Mansell, and her passion for sharing traditional food as the manager of Palawa Kipli, and the self-development that has been achieved in the process.
If you haven't picked up a copy yet or received one in your inbox, email [email protected]
Crisp Bros. & Haywards Palawa kipli Little Forest Gardens Tasmanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Tasmanian Hospitality Association University of Tasmania Lakeview Flower Farm Gateforth Farm,Tasmania Northern Midlands Business Association

15/11/2023

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05/10/2023

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It might be a cool part of the state but things are really heating up in Ross with a new chilli business about to explode onto the scene.

30/09/2023

This is business experience and tenacity at its best. How Graeme Elphinstone rolled through hardship.

BACK in 2011 Graeme Elphinstone, a specialist in designing and manufacturing log truck trailers and power pole transport trailers, thought “we’ve got a little winner here”.

29/09/2023

If you're after inspiration for managing mental health in the workplace, have a read of our cover story.

WHEN Bianca Welsh bit the bullet and bought into one of Launceston’s best restaurants, aged just 21, she didn’t imagine the role she would have in years to come. LANA BEST finds out how and why the…

10/08/2023

The latest edition of Tasmanian Business Reporter is ready to read!
If you want to find out the facts about buying or selling a business, who’s been head-hunted for key positions or how to go about achieving sustainability in the workplace – it’s all in this edition.
With politicians back from the parliamentary winter break, we also explore what lies ahead for a government that has been forced to press the reset button on a string of policies and re-shuffle its cabinet.
And when the coffee break comes around, enjoy some great feature reads from reporter Lana Best, profiling interesting and inspirational leaders in the business community.
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27/05/2022

The latest TBR is hot off the press!

Follow the link (https://www.paperturn-view.com/font-publishing/book-tbr?pid=MTQ144021&v=9&fbclid=IwAR1peu4y1Gkqamw4rwUJtX0J9cs_d0ZLbZ3sj9rBmNGrOsXN-y7ybBP6MZ4) to read about Treasurer Michael Ferguson’s first State Budget, including full details of where the $8 billion dollars is being spent and how it will affect Tasmanian business.

We also talk to an agricultural consultant who is giving farmers back some free time and a former television reporter who has turned rural isolation on its head with a blossoming online mother’s group.

Read now:
https://www.paperturn-view.com/font-publishing/book-tbr?pid=MTQ144021&v=9&fbclid=IwAR1peu4y1Gkqamw4rwUJtX0J9cs_d0ZLbZ3sj9rBmNGrOsXN-y7ybBP6MZ4

26/05/2022

08/03/2022

New TBR out today!

https://www.paperturn-view.com/font-publishing/book-tbr?pid=MTQ144021&p=21&v=8

Follow the link to read all about the State of the State address and its reaction, a new challenger bank in the business space, and the usual analysis and insight from Tasmania's industry leaders.

We also talk to those starting out and expanding in the “living with COVID era” and feature a special interview with the colourful and at times divisive businessman and former MP, Bob Cheek.