Departmental information

Information about the legislation we administer, Right to Information requests and publications.

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 95 Right to Information

Number of applications

1. Number of applications for assessed disclosure received 47

2. Number of applications for assessed disclosure accepted 47

Number of applications for assessed disclosure transferred or part transferred to 3. 6 another public authority

4. Number of applications withdrawn by the applicant 1

5. Number of applications for assessed disclosure determined 65

Outcome of applications 1. Number of determinations where the information applied for was provided in full 35

2. Number of determinations where the information applied for was provided in 5 part with the balance refused or claimed as exempt 3. Number of determinations where all the information applied for was refused or 6 claimed as exempt 4. Number of applications where the information applied for was not in the 19 possession of the public authority or Minister Reasons for refusal Number of times where the following sections were invoked as reasons for refusing an application for assessed disclosure s.5, s.11, Refusal where information requested was not within the scope of the Act (s.5 – Not 0 s.17 official business; s.11 – available at Archives Office and s.17 – Deferred) s.9, s.12 Refusal where information is otherwise available or will become otherwise available 0 in the next 12 months s.10, s.19 Refusal where resources of public authority unreasonably diverted 0 s.20 Refusal where application repeated; or 0 Vexatious; or 0 Lacking in definition after negotiation 0 Exemptions Number of times where the following sections were invoked as reasons for exempting information from disclosure s.25 Executive Council information 0 s.26 Cabinet information 4 s.27 Internal briefing information of a Minister 1 s.28 Information not relating to official business 0 s.29 Information affecting national or State security, defence or international relations 1 s.30 Information relating to the enforcement of the law 0 s.31 Legal professional privilege 4

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 96 s.32 Information relating to closed meetings of council 0 s.34 Information communicated by other jurisdictions 2 s.35 Internal deliberative information 5 s.36 Personal information of a person other than the applicant 2 s.37 Information relating to the business affairs of a third party 3 s.38 Information relating to the business affairs of a public authority 0 s.39 Information obtained in confidence 3 s.40 Information on procedures and criteria used in certain negotiations of public authority 0 s.41 Information likely to affect the State economy 0 s.42 Information likely to affect cultural, heritage and natural resources of the State 0 Time to make decisions 1. Number of requests determined within the following timeframes (should also total the number of applications determined as in question A5) 1 – 20 working days of the application being accepted 27 More than 20 working days of the application being accepted 38 2. Number of requests which took more than 20 working days to decide that involved 2 an extension negotiated under s.15(4)(a) 3. Number of requests which took more than 20 working days to decide that involved 0 an extension gained through an application to the Ombudsman under s.15(4)(b) 4. Number of requests which took more than 20 working days to decide that involved 0 consultation with a third party under s.15(5) Reviews Internal reviews Number of internal reviews requested in this financial year 2

Number of internal reviews determined in this financial year 2

Number where the original decision upheld in full 2

Number where the original decision upheld in part 0

Number where the original decision reversed in full 0 External reviews (reviews by the Ombudsman) Number of external reviews requested in this financial year 0

Number of external reviews determined in this financial year 0

Number where the original decision upheld in full 0

Number where the original decision upheld in part 0

Number where the original decision reversed in full 0

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 97 Legislation administered

Legislation administered by the Department of Premier and Cabinet is listed below. All legislation, including any amending Acts, is available at the Tasmanian legislation website www.thelaw.tas.gov.au. Premier Administrative Arrangements Act 1990 Administrative Arrangements (Miscellaneous Amendments) Act 1990 Anglican Church of Australia (All Saints Church) Act 1989 Anglican Church of Australia Constitution Act 1973 Anglican Church of Australia (Stanley Parsonage) Act 1984 Australia Acts (Request) Act 1985 Australia Acts (Request) Act 1999 Baptist Union Incorporation Act 1902 Churches of Christ, Scientist, Incorporation Act 1980 Churches of Christ Tasmania Act 1978 Church of England (Rectory of St. James the Apostle) Act 1980 Coastal and Other Waters (Application of State Laws) Act 1982 Constitution Act 1934 Constitutional Powers (Coastal Waters) Act 1979 Constitution (Doubts Removal) Act 2009 Constitution (State Employees) Act 1944 Constitution (Validation of Taxing Acts) Act 1991 Crown Servants' Reinstatement Act 1970 Daylight Saving Act 2007 Glebe Lands Act 1865 Governor of Tasmania Act 1982 except in so far as it relates to the superannuation entitlements of the Governor (see Department of Treasury and Finance under the Treasurer) Hobart Hebrew Congregation Act 1958 Jim Bacon Foundation Act 2004 Legislation Publication Act 1996 Legislative Council Elections Act 1999 National Broadband Network (Tasmania) Act 2010 Parliamentary (Disclosure of Interests) Act 1996 Parliamentary Privilege Acts 1858, 1885, 1898 and 1957 Parliamentary Salaries, Superannuation and Allowances Act 2012 except in so far as it relates to the superannuation entitlements of members of Parliament (see Department of Treasury and Finance under the Treasurer). Parliament House Act 1962 Police Service Act 2003 in so far as it relates to the office of Commissioner of Police (otherwise see Department of Police and Emergency Management under the Minister for Police and Emergency Management). Presbyterian Church Acts 1896 and 1908 Presbyterian Church of Australia Acts 1901 and 1971 Public Accounts Committee Act 1970

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 98 Public Works Committee Act 1914 except in so far as it relates to the conditions precedent to commencing public works (see Department of Treasury and Finance under the Treasurer). Roman Catholic Church Property Act 1932 Standard Time Act 1895 State Coastal Policy Validation Act 2003 State Policies and Projects Act 1993 except Part 4 and section 46 in so far as that section relates to Part 4 (see Department of Justice under the Minister for Planning and Workplace Relations). State Policies and Projects (Validation of Actions) Act 2001 State Service Act 2000 State Service (Savings and Transitional Provisions) Act 2000 Statutory Authorities Act 1962 Subordinate Legislation Committee Act 1969 Tasmania Together Progress Board Act 2001 Tsuneichi Fujii Fellowship Trust (Winding-Up) Act 2008 Uniting Church in Australia Act 1977 Year 2000 Information Disclosure Act 1999

Minister for Aboriginal Land Council Elections Act 2004 Aboriginal Aboriginal Lands Act 1995 Affairs Native Title (Tasmania) Act 1994 Stolen Generations of Aboriginal Children Act 2006

Minister for Tasmanian Early Years Foundation Act 2005 Children Minister for Climate Change (State Action) Act 2008 Climate Change

Minister for Tasmanian Community Fund Act 2005 Community Development Minister for Burial and Cremation Act 2002 Local Dog Control Act 2000 Government Launceston Flood Protection Act 1977 Local Government Act 1993 Local Government (Highways) Act 1982 Local Government (Savings and Transitional) Act 1993 Ockerby Gardens Helipad Act 1999

Minister for ANZAC Day Observance Act 1929 Veterans’ Ex-Servicemen's Badges Act 1967 Affairs

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 99 New and Aboriginal Lands Amendment Bill 2012 amended legislation The Aboriginal Lands Amendment Bill 2012 amends Section 27 and Schedule 3 of the Aboriginal Lands Act to allow for the transfer of two further parcels of land at larapuna and Rebecca Creek, to the Aboriginal Community and, more specifically, to the Aboriginal Land Council of Tasmania. Local Government Amendment Act (No. 2) 2011 Changes were made to the Act to clarify that rates are considered to be a tax rather than a fee-for-service; to increase rating tools available to councils; and to improve the transparency of council rating practices. The Bill received Royal Assent on 22 December 2011. Parliamentary Salaries, Superannuation and Allowances Act 2012 This Act repeals and replaces the Parliamentary Salaries, Superannuation and Allowances Act 1973. The Act establishes the process for setting salaries, allowances and benefits for Members of the Tasmanian Parliament. In particular following a determination by the Tasmanian Industrial Commission made in May 1997, the basic salary of Members of the Tasmanian Parliament was set to be 85.19 per cent of Members of the Australian Parliament. The Bill received Royal Assent on 3 July 2012. Tasmanian Forests Agreement Bill 2012 The purpose of the Tasmanian Forests Agreement Bill 2012 is to: provide wood resource security for the Tasmanian forest industry; to establish a process for making formal reserves for the purposes of the Tasmanian Forests Intergovernmental Agreement; and to create reserves for the purposes of benefitting economically from the carbon in Tasmania’s forests. Fire Service Amendment (Bushfire-Prone Areas) Act 2011 This authorises the Tasmania Fire Service to accredit individuals to certify bushfire hazard management plans and allows planning authorities to rely on the certified plans for planning purposes. The amendments form part of the Tasmanian Government’s commitment to implement the recommendations of the Review of construction and development control in bushfire prone areas (August 2010) which was undertaken as a result of the 2009 Victorian bushfires. The Division of Local Government, Security and Emergency Management prepared this Bill for Bryan Green, MP in his capacity as Minister for Planning not as Minister for Local Government. The Bill received Royal Assent on 25 October 2011. Repealed The Parliamentary Salaries, Superannuation and Allowances Act 1973 was legislation repealed. Other During the year the responsibility for the ANZAC Day Observance Act 1929 changes was transferred from the Department of Treasury and Finance to the Department of Premier and Cabinet.

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 100 Departmental publications

The following publications were produced by the various operating units of the Department of Premier and Cabinet during 2011-12 and are available from:  the noted STORS website address (URL)  appropriate divisional DPAC websites linked from www.dpac.tas.gov.au or by contacting: Corporate Services Division Level 6, 15 Murray Street Hobart Tasmania 7000 Telephone: (03) 6270 5482 Email: [email protected]

Title Division Date Agenda for Children and Young People Community Consultation CDD Jul 2011 Report Consultation Draft - Statewide directions paper: review council DLGSEM Oct 2011 recreational vehicle overnight camping services Department of Premier and Cabinet Annual Report 2010-2011 CSD Oct 2011 Expanding the rating toolkit: councillor workshops on the Local DLGSEM May 2011 Government amendment bill 2011 Final Review- Time to be Living Well- Tasmanian Plan for Positive CDD May 2012 Ageing: Second Five Year Plan Food for all Tasmanians: A food security strategy SIU Feb 2012 Gift Catalogue - State Service Awards 2012 SPO May 2012 Governments in Partnership, Annual Report to Parliament, DLGSEM Jul 2011 30 June 2010 Inclusive Ageing: Tasmania 2012-2014 Strategy CDD Feb 2012 Independent Review of Structures for Local Governance and Service DLGSEM Oct 2011 Delivery in Southern Tasmania: final report of the independent panel to the Southern Tasmanian Councils Authority The Local Government Children and Youth Services Survey Report CDD Nov 2011 2008-10 Managing Performance Guidelines for the Tasmanian State Service PSMO Feb 2012 Own It: National Youth Week 2011 Tasmanian Report CDD Jul 2011 Rates and Charges Policy Guidance Paper DLGSEM Apr 2012 Report Better Access to Government Services Report STU May 2012 Review of Tasmania's Disability Framework for Action 2005-2010 CDD Nov 2012 Discussion Paper Service Tasmania Board Annual report 2010-2011 STU Nov 2011 State Service Commissioner Tasmania Annual Report 2010-11 OSSC Nov 2011 Tasmania Together Annual Report 2010-11 TTPB Oct 2011 Tasmania Together eNewsletter TTPB Nov 2011

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 101 Title Division Date Tasmania Together Revised 2011 TTPB Mar 2012 Tasmanian Government concessions guide 11-12 CDD Aug 2011 Tasmanian Government ICT Strategy OeG Dec 2011 Tasmanian Government information security policy manual - OeG Apr 2011 Version 1.0 Tasmanian Government Project Management Guidelines Version 7.0 OeG Jul 2011 Tasmanian Local Government Asset Management Policy DLGSEM Feb 2012

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 102 Websites

The code-base and underlying infrastructure of the sites listed below are maintained by Corporate Services. eGovernment www.egovernment.tas.gov.au Tasmania Together www.tasmaniatogether.tas.gov.au Tasmanian Government Communications www.communications.tas.gov.au Human Influenza Pandemic www.pandemic.tas.gov.au DPAC public site www.dpac.tas.gov.au Linkzone www.linkzone.tas.gov.au Tasmanian Early Years Foundation www.earlyyears.org.au Earn Your Stars www.earnyourstars.tas.gov.au Premier’s site www.premier.tas.gov.au Jim Bacon Foundation www.jimbaconfoundation.tas.gov.au People Directions www.people.tas.gov.au Tasmanian Concessions Guide www.concessions.tas.gov.au Tasmania’s Biggest Job www.tashelpinghands.org.au Jobs site www.jobs.tas.gov.au Tasmania Day www.tasmaniaday.tas.gov.au Public Information site www.publicinfo.tas.gov.au Tasmanian Together Online Benchmark Reports www.ttbenchmarks.com.au TMD public site www.tmd.tas.gov.au State Security site www.statesecurity.tas.gov.au Tasmanian Government Legislation www.thelaw.gov.au PSM Program www.psmprogram.tas.gov.au Tasmanian Community Fund www.tascomfund.org Electricity Supply Industry Expert Panel www.electricity.dpac.tas.gov.au Office of the State Service Commissioner www.ossc.tas.gov.au lobbyists.dpac.tas.gov.au Register of Lobbyists Tasmania’s Biggest Job www.tashelpinghands.org.au companioncard.dpac.tas.gov.au Tasmanian Companion Card Imagelibrary.communications.tas.gov.au Tasmanian Government Image Library

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 103 Our people and policies

The following pages provide an overview of the Department’s staffing profile and employment policies including:  staffing information;  employee statistics for the Department of Premier and Cabinet and Ministerial and Parliamentary support offices;  human resource-related activities; and  superannuation certificate.

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 104 Staffing information

As at 30 June 2012, the Department employed 311 (291.6 FTEs) employees and 158 (143.9 FTEs) employees in Ministerial and Parliamentary support offices. This includes Tasmanian State Servants (TSS) and non-Tasmanian State Servants (non-TSS) and excludes casual employees. The figures are presented below in two groups: departmental; and Ministerial and Parliamentary support offices. Department of Premier and Cabinet Divisions Headcounts FTEs Non- Non- TSS Total TSS Total TSS TSS Community Development Division 41 0 41 40.0 0.0 40.0 Corporate Services Division 46 0 46 43.5 0.0 43.5 Executive Division 24 0 24 22.0 0.0 22.0 Government Courier Services 7 0 7 6.0 0.0 6.0 Division of Local Government, Security and 14 0 14 12.8 0.0 12.8 Emergency Management Office of eGovernment 6 0 6 6.0 0.0 6.0 Office of Parliamentary Counsel 15 0 15 13.1 0.0 13.1 Office of the State Service Commissioner 4 1 5 3.8 1.0 4.8 Policy Division 15 0 15 13.4 0.0 13.4 Public Sector Management Office 19 0 19 18.8 0.0 18.8 Service Tasmania Unit 8 0 8 7.5 0.0 7.5 Social Inclusion Unit 6 0 6 4.8 0.0 4.8 Tasmania Together Progress Board 4 0 4 3.4 0.0 3.4 Tasmanian Climate Change Office 8 0 8 7.6 0.0 7.6 TMD 87 0 87 83.3 0.0 83.3 Leave Without Pay (LWOP) 6 0 6 4.6 0.0 4.6 Total 310 1 311 290.6 1.0 291.6

Staff on leave without pay are included in the FTE and head count.

The number of employees has decreased by 14.6 FTEs during the year, from 306.2 FTEs in 2011 to 291.6 FTEs in 2012. This has been achieved through effective vacancy management strategies.

When the Electricity Industry Expert Panel ceased operation in May 2012 its staff of five returned to their original agencies. There were five redundancies across the Department and one Workforce Renewal Incentive Payment.

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 105 Employee statistics - Department of Premier and Cabinet

DPAC employees by gender and employment status

DPAC has a relatively even gender profile with 10 per cent more women employed than men, with the majority employed on a permanent basis.

DPAC employees by full-time/part-time employment

Nineteen per cent of the DPAC workforce is employed on a part-time basis, with the majority of these employees being women.

DPAC employee profile by age

The age profile of DPAC staff mirrors the national trend, with a significant number of employees between 50 and 54 years.

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 106 DPAC employees by salary range

The average (full-time) salary is $84 281. The average salary for men is $94 654 and the average salary for women is $77 025.

DPAC average sick leave (excluding carers leave)

The average amount of sick leave taken has remained relatively consistent in the last year.

DPAC leave liability Recreation and Long Service Leave (as at 30 2010 2011 2012 Leave liability per June) employee has increased Average no. of days rec leave 16.3 16.7 19.0 marginally during 2011-12. per employee Employees with > 20 days 87 90 102 rec leave Average no. of days LSL per 25.3 25.6 29.2 employee Employees with >100 days 0 1 1 LSL

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 107

DPAC staff Staff movements 2011-12 movements Number of employees on fixed-term transfers to DPAC 6 as at 30 June Number of employees on fixed-term transfers/ 5 secondment out of DPAC as at 30 June Number of new appointments – permanent 11 Number of new appointments – fixed-term 13 Number of resignations 15 Number of retirements 1 Number of end of contracts 8 Number of voluntary redundancies 5 Number of transfers/promotions to other agencies 9 Number of employees deceased 1

Employee statistics - Ministerial and Parliamentary offices

Offices Headcounts FTEs Non- Non- TSS Total TSS Total TSS TSS Government Offices 0 13 13 0.0 10.5 10.5 Legislative Council Offices 0 2 2 0.0 2.0 2.0 Liberal Opposition Offices 0 21 21 0.0 18.0 18.0 Ministerial Drivers 18 0 18 18.0 0.0 18.0 Ministerial Offices 0 86 86 0 81.1 81.1 Tasmanian Greens Offices 0 15 15 0.0 11.3 11.3 Leave Without Pay (LWOP) 0 3 3 0.0 3.0 3.0 Total 18 140 158 18.0 125.9 143.9

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 108 Ministerial and Parliamentary support - employees as at 30 June 2012 by FTEs and headcounts

Ministerial and Parliamentary support - employees by gender and employment status Ministerial Offices have a high proportion of fixed-term employees as many are employed for the term of government.

Ministerial and Parliamentary support – employees by full-time/part-time employment

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 109 Ministerial and Parliamentary support - employee profile by age

Ministerial and Parliamentary support staff have a lower age profile than the Department generally.

Ministerial and Parliamentary support - employees by salary range

The average (full-time) salary is $75 786. The average salary for men is $80 401 and the average salary for women is $73 322. (Salary excludes Ministerial driver and other allowances.)

Ministerial and Parliamentary support - average sick leave (excluding carers leave)

The average amount of sick leave taken has increased in the last year.

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Ministerial and Parliamentary Recreation and Long Service 2010 2011 2012 support - leave liability Leave (As at 30 June) Average no. of days rec leave 17.8 19.2 20.3 per employee Employees with > 20 days rec 67 60 67 leave Average no. of days LSL per 18.4 19.1 17.7 employee Employees with >100 days LSL 0 0 0

Ministerial and Parliamentary Staff movements 2011-12 support - staff movements Number of employees on secondment to M&PS as at 30 25 June Number of new appointments (including secondments) 25 Number of resignations 17 Number of retirements 0 Number of end of contracts 4 Number of terminations (redundancy) 8 Number of terminations (non-redundancy) 2 Number of employees deceased 0

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 111 Human Resources activities

Recruitment policies and programs The Department aims to be an ‘employer of choice’ by offering current and prospective employees challenging and rewarding employment opportunities, and by implementing contemporary employment practices. Recruitment practices and procedures are conducted in accordance with the State Service Act 2000, including the State Service Commissioner's Directions. The Department has in place an Establishment Management Policy which strengthens the Department’s vacancy control processes. The Department has also continued to provide family-friendly employment options through a variety of flexible working arrangements including part-time employment, flexible working hours, working from home, leave without pay, flexible work agreements and access to the State Service Accumulated Leave Scheme (SSALS) and the new Purchased Leave Scheme. Performance management The Department is committed to being a challenging and supportive place to work and a place that develops and fosters its people. The Performance Management and Development (PMD) program continues to provide a mechanism to assess employee performance; identify tasks that employees need to undertake over the coming year; develop plans to further develop skills and potential; and reward performance.

The intent of the PMD program is to:  integrate corporate, division and individual planning and performance management;  identify the standards of performance expected from employees;  improve communication at all levels;  provide regular documented feedback on performance to all employees;  identify and address under performance; and  recognise and reward effective and high performance.

The PMD process is fundamental to ensuring staff in the Department are given every opportunity to develop their skills and potential to deliver on the Department’s goals. During the year the Department provided a further round of development training to managers and supervisors, focusing on managing people and performance. This round, 15 employees completed the training. The initial training was provided to the departments’ leadership group, with 18 participating. In addition to the training as outlined above, the Department participated in the People Directions Evaluations Survey, with approximately 132 employees participating in the survey. Questions throughout the survey were focused around performance management and development. Workplace diversity The Department has had in place over a number of years a Workplace Diversity Plan which aims to achieving a harmonious and productive workplace. The plan’s features are now currently under review particularly in relation to: occupational health and safety strategies due to legislative changes with Workplace Health and Safety legislation harmonisation; expanding the provision of the counselling service; employment of people with a disability; health and wellbeing options at work; and promotion of People Directions, a strategy through which agencies can support their people in their work. Internal grievance procedures The Department’s grievance policy and procedure incorporates the principles of natural justice and is designed to address grievances at the earliest possible stage to avoid an escalation to a formal grievance process. It is expected that through consultation, cooperation and discussion, amicable resolutions will be achieved.

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 112 Occupational health and safety strategies The Department is committed to providing a workplace that is safe and healthy and promotes health and wellbeing for all employees, contractors and consultants. The objective is to minimise the risk of death or injury to departmental employees, consultants and contractors through:  safe workplaces;  safe and healthy work systems;  staff being aware of, understanding, supporting and being committed to the health and safety of themselves and other employees; and  complying with legislative requirements relating to health and safety of staff in the workplace.

Performance measures

The following measures are indicators of the Department‘s success in actively providing a safe and healthy work environment: DPAC June 2011 June 2012 Number of incidents reported 28 37 Number of workers’ compensation claims 7 3 Number of employees participating in OHS health and wellbeing 104 336 activities Number of First Aid Officers 24 20 Number of employees participating in flu vaccine program 235 159 Number of employees participating in pedometer challenge 97 0

MPS June 2011 June 2012 Number of incidents reported 15 13 Number of workers’ compensation claims 1 1 Number of employees participating in OHS health and wellbeing 5 16 activities Number of First Aid Officers 4 6 Number of employees participating in flu vaccine program 25 31 Number of employees participating in pedometer challenge 15 0

Workers compensation claim statistics Number of claims by year of 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 injury DPAC 6 5 6 3 MPS 3 3 1 1 Total 9 8 7 4

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 113 Superannuation Certificate

I, Rhys David Michael Edwards, Secretary, Department of Premier and Cabinet, hereby certify that the Department of Premier and Cabinet has met its obligations under the Commonwealth Superannuation Guarantee (Administration) Act 1992 in respect of those employees of the Department who are members of the following complying superannuation schemes to which this Department contributes: AMP Retirement Savings Account Asgard (The Super Server) Australian Ethical Retail Superannuation Fund Australian Government Employees Superannuation Trust Fund AXA Australia Staff Superannuation Plan Bendzulla Family Superannuation Fund Bretos Project Management Superannuation Fund BT Super for Life - Savings Cbus Super Colonial First State FirstChoice Super Commonwealth Life Superannuation Mastertrust Energy Super First State Superannuation Fund First Super Flourishing Super Fund (self-managed) Hesta Super Fund Host - Plus Superannuation Fund ING Life Limited MLC MasterKey Super MLC Navigator Super Nulis Nominess (Australia) Ltd Our Super Fund Paul Smith Self Managed Super Fund (self-managed) Summit Master Trust – Personal Superannuation Plan Perpetual Select Superannuation Plan Quadrant Superannuation Scheme REI Super REST Personal Super AustralianSuper Tabe Family Super Fund (self-managed) Tasplan Super Telstra Superannuation Scheme Spectrum Super Underwood Superannuation Fund (self-managed) UniSuper VicSuper Scheme Vision Super Saver

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 114 These are the only complying superannuation schemes (other than those established under the provisions of the Retirement Benefits Act 1993 and the Public Sector Superannuation Reform Act 1999) to which this Department makes employer superannuation contributions.

Rhys Edwards Secretary Department of Premier and Cabinet 30 June 2012

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 115 Public access to agency decision-making

Members of the public are able to seek input into the Department's decision-making process either by invitation to comment on Government policy development or by direct contact with the Minister and/or the Secretary. The Department website details the functions and purpose of each unit of the Department and the contact details and addresses for sub-branches. The Department maintains the Tasmanian Government Directory, an online telephone and email address listing for most Government employees and organisations enabling easy access to employees within the Department and the wider State Service. A variety of mechanisms are available to members of the public to inquire into decisions of the Department. These include:  the Secretary, Department of Premier and Cabinet (for matters relating to all decisions of the Department)  the State Service Commissioner (for matters relating to State Service employment)  Ombudsman Tasmania (for administrative matters including Right to Information and personal information )  the Tasmanian Integrity Commission (for matters relating to conduct of public officials)  the Tasmanian Auditor-General (for matters relating to the financial and operational performance of the Department). Employee participation in industrial relations matters Employees are kept informed of all matters relating to their employment through a variety of mediums including interaction with their managers, general advice and information on iPac (the Department’s intranet site), and staff information sessions. Active staff consultation is undertaken when there is likely to be changes to the workplace which impact on individuals and/or their employment conditions. The Public Interest Disclosure Act 2002 provides for all officers and employees of the Department to report improper conduct to a Departmental Public Interest Disclosure officer. No public interest disclosures were received during the reporting period.

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 116 Asset Management, Pricing and Risk Management Policies

Major capital projects

Two major capital works project commenced during 2011-12. One project was completed during this period and the other will be finalised early in 2012-13. The works involved new office fit-outs on Level 9, 22 Elizabeth Street and part of the Ground Floor at 134 Macquarie Street for TMD. This was necessary as a result of its relocation from larger premises at 2 Salamanca Square, Hobart. The costs of these works were funded by an incentive provided by the Landlord of 22 Elizabeth Street.

Asset management policies

The Department, excluding TMD, records heritage items and purchases of equipment, furniture and fittings with a value greater than $10 000 as assets. Purchases of these items valued at less than $10 000 are recorded as expenses. For business purposes, TMD maintains an asset recognition threshold of $1 000. The financial statements for 2011-12 are reported on an accrual basis, and contain full details of our asset management policies as notes to the statements.

Assets are recognised and valued on an individual basis, as follows:  Non-current physical assets are valued in accordance with AASB 116, Property, Plant and Equipment, and Treasurer's Instructions. Minor equipment and other non-current assets are valued at cost. Heritage assets are valued on a fair value basis.  The written-down book value of assets is determined by depreciating assets over the period of their expected useful economic life, using the straight-line method. The useful economic life is three to five years, depending on the asset and depreciated in the year of acquisition or from the time the asset is ready for use.  Heritage assets are not depreciated.  Leasehold improvements are amortised over the lease period of the property.

Pricing policies for goods and services

The Department’s pricing policy is based on full-cost recovery. Full cost includes direct salaries, employer superannuation contributions, payroll tax, all operating expenditure, rental, fringe benefits tax, provision for annual and long-service leave entitlements and in some cases provision for capital reinvestment. TMD charges for telecommunications and computing services. The Office of the Parliamentary Counsel charges for drafting services as follows:  off budget or statutory authorities;  legislation that is part of a major project which will result in a direct financial return to the State;  where external funding is available;  when there is a major review of legislation or subordinate legislation;  when there is inadequate lead time for the drafting task;  where an otherwise chargeable job is discontinued; and  when a job changes from being non-chargeable to chargeable.

The Training Consortium (TTC), incorporated within the Public Sector Management Office, charges on a full-cost-recovery basis for training services.

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 117 Service Tasmania receives funding from Government departments, Government Business Enterprises, other external organisations such as Marine and Safety Tasmania, local government, Australian Government agencies and the private sector for services delivered through Service Tasmania shops.

Risk management policies

As part of the Department’s risk management strategy the following activities were undertaken during 2011-12:  purchase of insurance through the Tasmanian Risk Management Fund to mitigate against financial risk;  requiring all landlords and building managers of Departmental-leased premises to minimise risk to buildings from the elements and intrusion;  maintenance of budgetary control by using regular monitoring and reporting, and devolving financial management responsibility to managers;  holding Audit Committee meetings to discuss risk mitigation strategies;  continuing the internal audit program focussing on medium and high-risk areas; and  updating the Risk Management Framework for the Department, re-assessing Departmental risks, and, where appropriate, implementing mitigating strategies.

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 118 Contributions and Grants

The Department received requests for financial assistance from a variety of organisations within the community. The Premier and Ministers often receive requests for financial assistance from a variety of organisations within the community. Allocation of funding is made from funds appropriated to the Department for specific grant programs or to fund grants of a miscellaneous nature that do not readily fall within the responsibility of other Government agencies. The amounts noted are GST exclusive where applicable. Summary $ Premier’s Discretionary Fund 248 054 Government Donations and Appeals Fund 232 314 Community Development Division – other recipients 224 000 Aboriginal Affairs 684 122 Youth 199 817 Multicultural 90 000 Seniors 196 932 Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender and Intersex Community 40 271 Veterans’ Affairs 10 000 War Memorial Repair and Maintenance Grants Program 50 005 Climate Change Grants 143 153 Social Inclusion Grants 390 000 Family Assistance Program 350 000 Food Vans Program 60 000 Emergency Relief 1 849 270 Main Street Makeover Program 32 000 Urban Renewal and Heritage Fund 10 000 University Scholarships 130 000 Australia Day Grants 9 516 Other Contributions 1 040 000

TOTAL 5 989 454

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 119 Premier's Discretionary Fund

The Premier’s Discretionary Fund, along with the Government Donations and Appeals Fund, replaced the Premier’s Sundry Grants Program after it was reviewed by the Auditor-General in 2011. This discretionary program is maintained to allow the Premier to meet requests of under $10 000 to provide limited financial assistance to groups or individuals. The funding is designed to support valued community and cultural activities with national, statewide or local significance.

Premier’s Discretionary Fund - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Aboriginal Elders Council of Tasmania 2 670 towards the Aboriginal Elders Council of Tasmania community garden Atkins, Barry 500 towards producing a country music CD for the community Australian Croatian Club 3 000 towards repairs to roof club rooms Australian Red Cross – Bridgewater 300 towards Bridgewater Young People In Action hosting the Unsung Heroes lunch Baseball Tasmania 500 towards upgrading equipment Bhutanese Community of Southern 1 500 towards community activities Tasmania Bhutanese Community Of Southern 500 towards the Dashain festival in October 2011 Tasmania Bothwell International Highland Spin-in and 2 500 towards preparation for the 35th Anniversary Fibre Festival event Bowls Past Presidents Association 1 000 towards cost of hiring transport to 2012 North vs South game Bridgewater and Friends Country Music Club 750 towards a replacement fridge Bridport RSL and Community Club 5 000 towards replacement of the club's roof Brumby, Matthew 500 towards the costs of a replacement hand cycle Bushy Park Show Society of Tasmania 500 towards improving financial sustainability Cancer Council of Tasmania 500 towards the 2011 gala ball function Carrick Park Pacing Club 4 000 towards the costs of renovations and increased stabling capacity Carver, Miranda 250 towards participating in the 2011 national conference of the National Council of Single Mothers and Their Children Central Coast Council 4 000 towards extending the Central Coast Men’s Shed to improve health and safety Central Highlands Community Men’s Shed 350 towards purchasing building materials Cheersport Tasmania 1 000 towards participation 2011 World Cup Cheer and Dance Asia Pacific grand finals

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 120 Premier’s Discretionary Fund - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Christian Homes Tasmania 5 000 towards equipment for the Wellington Vista Retirement Village Community Centre City Central Hobart Rotary Club 800 towards the costs of Tasmanian State Finalists to participate in 2011 National Finals of Storm the Stage Theatre Program City of Devonport Lions Club 3 000 towards the East Devonport Skate Park City of Launceston RSL Band 2 000 towards purchasing new instruments to encourage junior members Clarence High School 1 350 towards the cost of three students attending National Leadership Camp in Sydney in July 2011 Clarendon Vale Neighbourhood Centre 1 000 towards sports registration costs for local children and families in need Common Ground Tasmania 2 500 towards fundraising and third anniversary celebrations Crean, Samuel 225 toward participating in the Gymnastics Team at the 2012 National Championships Crime Stoppers Tasmania 200 towards cost of the 2011 gala dinner and fundraiser Cygnet Community Online Centre 2 000 towards fundraising efforts Derwent Valley Community House Inc 1 500 towards initial costs of Public Liability Insurance as the Men’s Shed is established Derwent Valley Concert Band 2 000 towards transport costs of members of Nadarzyn Orchestra from Poland during its visit in November 2011 Derwent Valley Tidy Towns Committee 3 950 towards costs of revitalising New Norfolk Library Garden Design Forum Tasmania Ltd 5 000 towards the Design Island Project Dodges Ferry Senior Citizens Club 250 towards one-off financial assistance for 2012 Dunalley School Association Inc 1 000 towards the purchase of a fridge and to encourage growth in junior hockey Emergency Services Charity Ball Committee 130 Towards the Emergency Services 2011 Charity Ball Ethiopian Association of Tasmania 300 towards the 2011 Enkutatash festival Events South 2 000 towards Launceston Athletic Club hosting the 2012 National 10 Kilometre Championships Far South Community Association 500 towards the 2011 Dover and Far South Community Christmas Party Geeveston Community Centre 500 towards the re-inventing Geeveston project

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 121 Premier’s Discretionary Fund - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Geeveston Community Centre 1 000 towards assisting with the cost of printing a guide to assist low-income earners in the Channel area George Town RSL and Sub Branch including 2 000 towards purchase of a mower to help War Memorial maintain War Memorial Reserves Give Me Five for Kids Campaign 2011 500 towards equipment for children's ward at Royal Hobart Hospital Goodwood Primary School 1 380 towards a mobile oven for the school's breakfast club Highland Dance Tasmania 500 towards the 2012 Australian Highland Dancing Championships Hobart Men’s Barbershop Harmony Club 500 towards the Acappellago Quartet participating in an international contest in the USA in January 2012 Hobart United Football Club 1 000 towards the cost of competition fees for the 2011 season Hockey Tasmania Inc 100 towards fundraising for the 2011 season Hockey Tasmania Inc 1 000 towards Junior Hockey starter packs to encourage growth in junior hockey Huon FM 2 000 towards replacement of the Doody’s Hill Transmission Mast Huon LINC 500 towards more furniture for Children's Story Time and other activities Huon Valley Concert Band 250 towards the Cygnet Musical Revue 2012 Huonville Primary School 500 towards the 2012 Southern Student Leaders conference Island Magazine 1 500 towards the cost of a digital reader initiative for 2011 Johns, Annette 1 000 towards costs of equipment and plants to upgrade and maintain the Fingal General Cemetery Kettering Volunteer Coast Guard 5 500 towards replacement engines for the Bendigo I vessel Kingborough Bowls Club 10 000 towards construction of indoor bowls facilities Kingborough Men’s Shed 5 000 towards installing solar panels Kingborough Netball Association 500 towards the 2011 State Junior Netball Carnival Kingston Community Garden 2 000 towards a shelter for garden workers and paving to improve access by people with disabilities

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 122 Premier’s Discretionary Fund - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Launceston College 500 towards encouraging engineering students through the Formula One in Schools Challenge National Finals Launceston Legacy Assist 2 000 to assist with its increased administrative costs Leven Country Music Group Inc 4 000 towards replacement sound equipment at Leven Country Music Group Lions Club of New Norfolk 1 000 towards new kitchen equipment for clubrooms Lions Club of Spring Bay 1 000 towards costs of hosting the 2011 Lions District Convention at Triabunna Maranoa Heights Community Centre 800 towards a new TV and DVD player for training programs Mick Callinan Fund 2 500 towards fundraising for cancer research and junior sport Multicultural Women’s Council of Tasmania 500 towards the 2012 International Women’s Day event North Hobart Football Club 1 500 towards hosting the 2012 Melbourne Storm NRL Club Camp North Hobart Football Club 1 000 towards new equipment for the women’s team Northern Midlands Council 3 000 towards tree planting to revitalise commercial activity in Longford Northern Midlands Sporting Clays 7 000 towards purchase of equipment to host the National Championships in October 2011 Ogilvie High School 1 000 towards costs of two teams to participate in July 2011 Robo Cup Orford Bowls Club 1 000 towards transport costs of members participating in matches Penguin Bowls Club 7 500 towards costs of the 30th anniversary Penguin Classic Lawn Bowls Pairs Event in January 2012 Pennicott Foundation 500 towards fundraising for Rotary’s End Polio Now campaign Penwright, Sheridan 100 towards competing in the Tasmanian Under 13 Soccer Team at the National Championships Perkunas Sports Club 300 towards the club’s 55th Anniversary Celebrations in 2012 Philippines Australia Community of Tasmania 500 towards celebration of Philippines Independence Day 2012

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 123 Premier’s Discretionary Fund - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Probus Club of Moonah 100 towards the 2012 Probus Clubs of Southern Tasmania lawn bowls tournament prizes Prospect Knights 2 000 towards equipment for Junior Coaching Clinics Queenstown Men’s Shed 2 000 towards the purchase of tools and equipment Railton Bowls Club 1 000 towards installation of solar panels Reserve Forces Day Council 2 000 towards the 2012 event to honour Tasmanian Military Reserves and mark the 110th anniversary of the Boer War Riding for the Disabled Australia (Tasmania) 1 000 towards competing in the 2012 Riding for the Disabled National Championships Risdon Vale Neighbourhood Centre 2 000 towards purchase of new stove and kitchen equipment Risdon Vale Neighbourhood Centre 1 200 towards assisting elderly people in the community to access social, health and wellbeing activities Risdon Vale Neighbourhood Centre 900 towards a community vegetable garden

Risdon Vale Neighbourhood Centre Inc 500 towards replacement fridge for the Breakfast Club Risdon Vale Primary School 400 towards the purchase of a new stove for the Risdon Vale Primary School Risdon Vale Primary School 1 000 towards the 2012 Fair and Community Fireworks Risdon Vale Volunteer Fire Brigade 800 towards cost of new laptop computer Rivers Run Tourism Association 2 000 towards a short print run of maps for the tourism season Robotic Tasmania 500 towards participating in the 2012 First Robotics Competition Globe Tournament Rokeby Child Care Centre 5 000 towards equipment and furnishings Rokeby Neighbourhood Centre Inc 1 500 towards equipment and materials for the Men's Program Rokeby Neighbourhood Centre Inc 3 500 towards cost of new stove and kitchen modifications Rokeby Neighbourhood Centre Inc 500 towards the Centre's seniors program

Rotary Club of Claremont 5 000 towards World Party 2012 to promote diversity and commemorate Zhang Tina Yu RSPCA Tasmania (Southern Division) 2 000 towards purchase of screens for multimedia presentations for training and to promote adoption services Sands Australia National Council Inc 10 000 towards the Tasmania Branch of SANDS

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 124 Premier’s Discretionary Fund - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Schofield, Jane 100 towards costs of representing Tasmania in National Water Polo team Scottsdale Volunteer Ambulance Unit 500 towards the coast of an equipment defibrillator Scouts Association of Australia 2 000 towards the 1st Derwent Sea Scouts pontoon Sing Elon City of Launceston International 2 000 towards costs of a tour to Europe in late 2011 Choir Smith, Maddison Claire 200 towards competing in the Under 18 Youth Girls National AFL Championships 2012 Sorell Men’s Shed and Heritage Museum 500 towards costs of sending two delegates to 2011 National Men’s Shed Association Conference Sorell Tennis Club Inc 1 000 towards renovations to the club’s rest rooms South Channel Ratepayers Association 250 towards the 21st Middleton Country Fair South Hobart Football Club 500 towards hosting the Victorian Premier League Team in February 2012 Southern City BMX Club 1 000 towards electrical repairs Southern Huon One Community 400 800 towards drink bottles for a lunch event Futures Southport Community Centre 2 000 towards a new kitchen Sports Shear Australia (Tasmania) Inc 500 towards the Tasmanian team participating in the 2011 National Shearing and Wool Championships St Andrew Society Hobart 500 towards the costs of running the 2012 Richmond Highland gathering St Helens-St Marys RSL Sub-Branch Inc 2 000 towards the East Coast Veterans Information and Support Centre at St Helens Sudanese Community Association of 500 towards cost of a celebration to mark South Tasmania Sudan Independence Day Tamar FM Inc 1 000 towards a one-off contribution to fundraising for the station Tasmanian Bus and Coach Society Inc 400 towards hosting a tour of the Clipper Club of Australia Tasmanian Collective of Gynaecological 1 650 towards a three-day residential program for Cancer and Breast Care Nurses Tasmanian women with cancer Tasmanian Craft Fair 5 000 towards development of a new strategic direction to ensure sustainability and growth Tasmanian Indoor Bias Bowls Council 1 000 towards costs of the Tasmanian team’s participation in the Nationals in NSW during August 2011

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 125 Premier’s Discretionary Fund - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Tasmanian Indoor Bias Bowls Council 3 000 towards hosting the 2012 National Championships Tasmanian Mountain Cattlemen's 1 000 towards the 25th annual get-together in 2012 Association Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra Pty Ltd 5 000 towards an initiative to encourage young Tasmanians’ participation in classical orchestral music Tasmanian Theatre Company 9 999 towards professional theatre production costs Taste of the Huon Festival 1 000 towards extra marquees for shade Templar, Greg 2 000 towards transport costs to participate in the Tasmanian Street Car Team in Darwin Thapa, Ganga 1 000 towards purchase of a laptop computer to assist with studies at the University of Tasmania Triabunna Roosters Cricket Club 2 000 towards costs of installing a new cricket pitch at Triabunna recreation ground Ulverstone Golf Club 5 000 towards the costs of printing the Club's history to mark its 100th year Upper Derwent Valley Hall Committee 5 000 towards repairs to the Bushy Park Hall roof UTAS School of Agricultural Science 300 towards the First Prize for Science Investigation Awards 2011 Vikings Futsal Association 500 towards Leroy Hart's participation in the Australian Under 15 Futsal squad tour of the United Kingdom Vikings Futsal Association Inc 500 towards costs of three Dakin boys’ participation in National Futsal Championships in September 2011 Warrane Mornington Neighbourhood 750 towards the cost of new laptop computer Centre Inc Warrane Primary School 250 towards an additional flagpole to fly the Aboriginal Flag West Moonah Community House 3 000 towards establishing a Men's Shed at the community garden site West Tamar Chamber Of Commerce 500 towards establishing a Tamar Valley Regional website Westbury Pistol Club 3 000 towards the costs of improvements to facilities to host national events

TOTAL 248 054

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 126 Government Donations and Appeals Fund

The Government Donations and Appeals Fund, along with the Premier’s Discretionary Fund replaced the Premier’s Sundry Grants Program after it was reviewed by the Auditor-General in 2011. This is a fund for recurring grants or donations to allow the Premier to make ongoing financial assistance to groups or individuals. These grants are designed to support valued community and cultural activities with national, statewide or local significance.

Government Donations and Appeals Fund - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Australian Academy of Science 5 000 towards the Hooked on Science tour by Professor Elizabeth Blackburn Australian Computer Society – Tasmanian 3 000 towards the 2011 Tasmanian Pearcey Award Branch Australian Institute of Architects 15 000 towards running the 2012 Tasmanian Architecture Awards Australian Red Cross 7 000 towards the 2012 Red Cross Calling fundraiser Australian Tenpin Bowling Seniors 1 000 towards the team’s participation in the 2012 Organisation National Seniors Championships Benchmarking Birch’s Bay Sculpture Trail 500 towards the 2012 Premier’s Artist Award Bushy Park Show Society Inc 275 towards the 2012 Bushy Park Show Emergency Relief Funding 2011-2013 CanTeen Tasmania 500 towards the 2011 Bandanna Day fundraiser Carols for Claremont Committee 1 000 towards the 2011 Claremont Family Festival and Community Carols Circular Head Agricultural Society Inc 275 towards the 2011 Circular Head Show Colony 47 2 500 towards the 2011 Community Christmas Lunch Festia Italia Committee 5 000 towards Festa Italia 2012 Glamorgan /Spring Bay Council 10 000 towards the 2011 Seafest Festival Greek Community of Tasmania 10 000 towards Estia Festival 2012 Jordan River Service Inc 1 000 towards Christmas hampers for the community Kalang Riding For The Disabled 2 000 towards the costs to feed and care for horses Kingston Beach Regatta Association 500 towards the 2012 A Day on the Beach event Lions Club of Hobart Town Inc 1 500 towards the costs of the 2011 Circus Quirkus fundraising event Lions Club of Hobart Town Inc 1 500 towards the 2012 Circus Quirkus fundraising event MyState Student Film Festival 2 000 towards the Premier’s Award 2011

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 127 Government Donations and Appeals Fund - recipients Organisation $ Purpose National Heart Foundation of Australia 50 000 towards the 2011 fundraising appeal Rotary Club of Deloraine 10 000 towards Premier’s Award for 2011 at the Tasmanian Craft Fair Rotary Club of Hobart 1 500 towards the 2011 Magic Show For Disadvantaged Tasmanian Children Rotary Tasmania 4 000 towards the Tasmanian team for the Rotary Tasmania Exchange Program Royal Hobart Regatta Association Inc 12 000 towards the 2012 Royal Hobart Regatta Royal Humane Society of Australasia 500 towards continued support of the Society’s Bravery Awards program The Salvation Army Tasmania Division 30 000 towards the 2011 Red Shield Appeal The Salvation Army Tasmania Division 30 000 towards the 2012 Red Shield Appeal San Carlo Association 2 000 towards the San Carlo Association 27th anniversary celebrations in 2012 Southern Cross Young Achievers Awards 1 000 towards the 2012 Premier’s Young Achiever of the Year Award Southern Tasmanian Axemen’s Association 1 600 towards the 2012 Jim Bacon Memorial Jigger Board Chop Special Olympics Australia 10 000 towards assisting ten Tasmanian athletes to participate in Special Olympics World Summer Games in Athens in June-July 2011 Tasmanian Association of Community 300 towards the inaugural Neighbourhood House Houses Week Awards Tasmanian Pacing Club 1 364 towards running Premier’s Breeders Plate Tasmanian Pensioners Association – 6 000 towards administration costs Glenorchy Branch Timber Communities of Australia - Bruny 2 500 towards the costs of 2012 Easter Carnival Island Primary Industry Branch

TOTAL 232 314

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 128 Community Development Division Grants

Aboriginal Home Buyers Assistance Scheme (Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre Inc) The Aboriginal Home Buyers Assistance Scheme provides ongoing annual funding to the Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre Inc to provide stamp duty exemption and legal aid assistance for Aboriginal home buyers and Aboriginal charitable organisations Aboriginal Home Buyers Assistance Scheme - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre 30 000 towards Aboriginal Home Buyers Assistance Scheme 2011-12

TOTAL 30 000

Aboriginal Lands Council of Tasmania Fund The Aboriginal Land Council of Tasmania Fund was established under Section 21 of the Aboriginal Lands Act 1995, with funding provided to the Aboriginal Land Council of Tasmania (ALCT) through this grant program. This grant enables the Council to fulfil its statutory obligations outlined in Section 22 of the Act, by assisting with operating costs, co-ordination and land management activities associated with returned land. The Council is a statutory body, established under the Act, set up to hold the titles of ‘returned’ land on behalf of the Tasmanian Aboriginal community. The Act promotes reconciliation with the Tasmanian Aboriginal community by granting Aboriginal people parcels of land that are of cultural significance. In 1995 the Council was provided with funding at a level of $85 000 for 4 020 hectares of land. This was increased in 2002-03 by $68 000 and again in 2005-06 by a further $71 000 for specific to land management responsibilities arising from the hand-back of Cape Barren Island and Clarke Island, bringing the total to $224 000 per annum for management of total land holdings of approximately 55 617 hectares. A hand-back in 2006 of 9.2 hectares of Bruny Island is included in this amount, although it was not accompanied by an adjustment in funding. In 2011-12 the Departments of Premier and Cabinet and Primary Industry, Parks, Water and Environment jointly funded a one-off payment of $45 000 to assist ALCT with meeting its land management responsibilities. The Act confers responsibilities for the ALCT to sustainably manage the returned lands on behalf of, and for the benefit of, the Tasmanian Aboriginal community. Aboriginal Lands Council of Tasmania Fund -recipients Organisation $ Purpose Aboriginal Land Council of Tasmania 40 909 towards the project shortfall for 2011-12 Aboriginal Land Council of Tasmania 224 000 towards the Annual Budget for 2011-12 TOTAL 264 909

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 129 Six Rivers Aboriginal Corporation Six Rivers Aboriginal Corporation (SRAC), formerly known as the Mersey Leven Aboriginal Corporation, endeavours to provide a range of services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Mersey Leven area. In 2010, the Tasmanian Government gave a commitment to SRAC to relocate its premises and to re-develop the Tiagarra Cultural Museum located on Mersey Bluff. A total of $523 597 was committed to SRAC in 2010-11. In 2011-12 all fund releases were completed. Six Rivers Aboriginal Corporation grants - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Six Rivers Aboriginal Corporation 14 999 towards funding for office relocation and refurbishment Six Rivers Aboriginal Corporation 17 259 towards supply and installation of carpets and vinyls at 26 Gilbert Street, Latrobe Six Rivers Aboriginal Corporation 18 832 towards relocation and refurbishment of 26 Gilbert Street. Latrobe Six Rivers Aboriginal Corporation 33 872 towards refurbishment of 26 Gilbert Street, Latrobe Six Rivers Aboriginal Corporation 38 182 towards relocation and refurbishment of 26 Gilbert Street, Latrobe Six Rivers Aboriginal Corporation 39 464 towards relocation and refurbishment of 26 Gilbert Street, Latrobe Six Rivers Aboriginal Corporation 40 323 towards relocation and refurbishment of 26 Gilbert Street, Latrobe Six Rivers Aboriginal Corporation 45 482 towards relocation and refurbishment of 26 Gilbert Street, Latrobe Six Rivers Aboriginal Corporation 140 000 Tiagarra Revitalisation Grant 2nd payment TOTAL 388 413 Office of Aboriginal Affairs – other recipients Organisation $ Purpose Tasmanian Aboriginal Child Care 800 towards mentor’s attendance at the Artful Association Dodgers Studios Project of the Year Melbourne

TOTAL 800

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 130 Youth Youth Network of Tasmania The Tasmanian Government provides the Youth Network of Tasmania (YNOT) with recurrent annual funding of $240 165 to provide salary and operation costs to achieve the agreed objectives of a peak body for Tasmania’s youth sector and for the facilitation of the Tasmanian Youth Forum, the State’s primary youth participation mechanism. In early 2011, the Government evaluated the funding arrangement and renegotiated new key performance indicators for the soon-to–be renewed triennial agreement. In July 2011, YNOT received its triennial Grant Deed for the years 2011-14. The objectives of the YNOT grant are to:  involve young people and service providers in identifying and responding to youth issues;  facilitate and support coordination in the youth sector;  provide information, support and/or advice to the Department of Premier and Cabinet, and all levels of government and the wider community on youth issues;  working with the Tasmanian Government on policies, programs and services for young people with a particular focus on social inclusion, connectedness and participation; and  maintain financial viability as an organisation and implement suitable best practice corporate governance arrangements. Youth Network of Tasmania - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Youth Network of Tasmania (YNOT) 2 000 towards Homelessness Matters Day

Youth Network of Tasmania (YNOT) 197 817 towards YNOT and TYF Grant Funding 2011- 2012 TOTAL 199 817

National Youth Week Grants National Youth Week (NYW) is an Australian, Tasmanian and local government initiative. The aims of NYW are to:  provide an opportunity for young people aged 12 to 25 years to express their ideas and views, raise issues of concern to them, act on issues which affect their lives and create and enjoy entertainment;  provide an opportunity for the wider community to listen to young people, and to acknowledge and celebrate the positive contributions made by their efforts and achievements; and  promote a community focus on issues relevant to young people. For NYW 2012, the Tasmanian Government provided $35 682 towards 27 projects, through the NYW 2012 Community Grants Program. The Tasmanian Government also coordinated NYW 2012 in Tasmania including membership of the National Planning Group, sponsorship from beyondblue the national depression initiative ($30 000) and assisting with the Tasmanian launch event. NYW is coordinated at the national level by the Australian Government’s Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR). This year DEEWR provided Tasmania with $19 320 to assist with NYW, through which the NYW 2012 Schools Grant Program was run with remaining funding allocated to the NYW 2012 Community Grants Program. Almost 14 000 young people attended NYW 2012 events from across the State, with approximately 1 200 young people involved in the planning and delivery of events.

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National Youth Week beyondblue Grants Program - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Awards Australia 2 000 towards Southern Cross Young Achiever Awards Brighton Council 1 000 towards Tattoo Health Not Tattoo Harm Devonport City Council 7 000 towards North-West Youth Expo Dooloomai Youth Project 2 000 towards Get Up, Get Out, Get Active Dorset Council 1 000 towards Face the FEWCHA Glenorchy City Council 1 000 towards Alive on the Green Hobart City Council 5 000 towards the Youth Short Film Festival

Kentish Council 1 000 towards Image. Create. Inspire. Kentish Migrant Resource Centre (Southern) 2 000 towards YouthART Connect Rosebery Community House Inc 3 300 towards Youth Rocks the West Coast St Giles Society Inc 700 towards All Start Siblings St Giles Society Inc 2 000 towards Talking about Now, Thinking about our Futures Waratah-Wynyard Council 1 000 towards Sk8 and create West Tamar Council 1 000 towards Epic Rave Time TOTAL 30 000

National Youth Week Grants Program - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Tasmanian Councils and Other Organisations Break O’Day Health Resource Association 1 900 towards Imagine.Create.Inspire.Youth Extravaganza Bridgewater Police and Citizens Youth Club 1 000 towards NYW 2012 Event

Brighton Council 850 towards Tattoo Health not Tattoo Harm

Burnie City Council 2 000 towards Artburn 2012

Burnie Police and Citizens Youth Club 1 985 towards One World = My life

Central Highlands Council 2 000 towards Highlands Film Festival

Circular Head Council 2 000 towards Youth Fest

Clarence City Council 2 000 towards Bellerive Boardwalk Youth Festival

Derwent Valley Council 2 000 towards NYW 2012 activities

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 132 National Youth Week beyondblue Grants Program - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Devonport City Council 5 000 towards North-West Youth Expo

Devonport City Council 2 000 towards Reclaim the Lane

Dorset Council 1 000 towards Face the FEWCHA

Flinders Island Aboriginal Assoc Inc 2 000 towards Light up my life / The Can Can

Glamorgan / Spring Bay Council 1 390 towards Youth Activities Day

Glenorchy City Council 2 000 towards Alive on the Green

Hobart City Council 5 000 towards Youth Short Film Festival Huon Valley Council 2 000 towards Get Loud Music Festival

Kentish Council 1 000 towards Imagine.Create.Inspire.Kentish

Kingborough Council 1 940 towards InterACT: Be Your Best

Latrobe Council 1 000 towards Urban Art Port Sorell

Launceston City Council 2 000 towards Open Mic

Meander Valley Council 1 000 towards Who Are We

Northern Midlands Council 1 800 towards Youth Café of Music Food and Thought Waratah-Wynyard Council 1 000 towards Sk8 and Create

West Tamar Council 480 towards Epic Rave Time

West Tamar Council 520 towards Epic Rave Time

Whitelion Inc 2 000 towards Let’s Get it Together

TOTAL 48 865

Tasmanian Senior Schools and Colleges Claremont College 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant - Claremont College Clarence High School 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – Clarence High School Deloraine High 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – Deloraine High Dover District High School 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – Dover District High School Elizabeth College 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – Elizabeth College

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 133 National Youth Week beyondblue Grants Program - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Geilston Bay High School 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant –Geilston Bay High School Geilston Bay High School 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant - Geilston Bay High School Kingston High School 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – Kingston High School Launceston College 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – Launceston College Migrant Resource Centre (Southern) 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – UTAS Student Services and MRC South North-West Christian School 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – North-West Christian School Oatlands District High School 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – Oatlands District High School Penguin High School 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – Penguin High School Prospect High School 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – Prospect high School Queechy High School 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – Queechy High School Rokeby High School 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – Rokeby High School Rose Bay High School 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – Rose Bay High School Rosebery District High School 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – Rosebery High School Sorell School 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – Sorell School Taroona High School 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – Taroona High School Tasmanian Academy (Don College) 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – Don College Tasmanian Academy (Don College) 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant - Don College Tasmanian Academy (Newstead College) 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – Newstead College Tasmanian Polytechnic 600 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – Tasmanian Polytechnic Grants x 2 – AltED Program and START Program

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 134 National Youth Week beyondblue Grants Program - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Wynyard High School 300 towards National Youth Week 2012 Schools Grant – Wynyard High School TOTAL 7 800

Tasmanian Youth Parliament The Tasmanian Youth Parliament (Youth Parliament) is part of a national youth development program that provides young people aged between 15 and 24 years with a forum for expressing ideas, concerns and expectations regarding the future of their State. The Tasmanian Government provides a grant of $12 000 annually to fund the Youth Parliament. The Youth Parliament has been held annually, usually in September, since 1990 and is delivered by a Taskforce of young volunteers appointed by the Tasmanian Youth Government Association in partnership with YMCA Australia. In 2011, 42 young people from 14 schools participated in the Youth Parliament. The Youth Parliament program consists of training activities leading up to a six-night residential camp. During the camp, the Youth Parliament sits at Parliament House. The theme for the 2011 Youth Parliament was social inclusion which was the first time the Youth Parliament has been structured around a theme. In 2011, a bicameral Youth Parliament was set up, with participants rotating between the House of Assembly and the Legislative Council. A number of youth motions and bills relating to issues as diverse as voluntary euthanasia, local council amalgamation and Indigenous rights and support were debated. The Youth Parliament program continues to play an important role in providing young Tasmanians with an insight into the workings of the Tasmanian Parliament and political processes. The objectives of the Tasmanian Youth Parliament Program are to:  provide a Youth Parliament to involve young people to identify and respond to issues in the broader Tasmanian community;  develop the skills, confidence and awareness of young people;  promote social inclusion; and  maintain financial accountability for the grant by implementing suitable best practice governance arrangements. Assessment of the project’s 2011 Final Report indicates that results are being achieved against the objectives of the grant deed. Preparations of the 2012 Youth Parliament have commenced. Tasmanian Youth Parliament - recipients Organisation $ Purpose YMCA Australia 13 000 towards Tasmanian Youth Parliament Program 2012 TOTAL 13 000

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 135 Multicultural Council of Tasmania The Multicultural Council of Tasmania (MCOT) received $90 000 to strengthen the capacity of the organisation as the peak advocacy body for Tasmania’s culturally and linguistically diverse communities and to ensure its membership is fully inclusive of new and emerging migrant communities around Tasmania. Funding provides for operational and salary costs associated in meeting the agreed objectives outlined in the Grant Deed. Funding for MCOT is recurrent for four years, 2011-15.

Multicultural Council of Tasmania grant - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Multicultural Council of Tasmania Inc 90 000 towards the Operational Grant for 2011 – 2012 TOTAL 90 000 Council on the Ageing (Tasmania) grant The Council on the Ageing (Tasmania) (COTA Tas) grant of $91 532 provided salary and operational costs for the positions of Executive Director and Administration Assistant to meet the agreed objectives outlined in the Grant Deed for the purpose of meeting the requirements of a peak body for all older people in Tasmania and the Tasmanian non-government aged sector. Progress meetings with the COTA (Tas) are held regularly. COTA (Tas) provides DPAC with quarterly performance reports, national and state Policy Council reports, newsletters, media releases, and the COTA (Tas) Annual Report. This grant is provided under a triennial grant deed arrangement, which was renewed in 2011 for the period up to 30 June 2014. Council on the Ageing (Tasmania) grant - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Council On The Ageing (Tasmania) Inc 22 883 towards Core Funding 2011-12, first instalment July-Sept 2011 Council On The Ageing (Tasmania) Inc 22 883 towards Core Funding 2011-12, second instalment October to December 2011 Council On The Ageing (Tasmania) Inc 22 883 towards Core Funding for 2011-12, third instalment January to March 2012 Council On The Ageing (Tasmania) Inc 22 883 towards Core Funding 2011-12, fourth instalment April to June 2012 Council On The Ageing (Tasmania) Inc 105 400 towards Seniors Week Funding 1 January 2012 TOTAL 196 932

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 136 Council on the Ageing – Seniors Week The Seniors Week grant of $105 400 provides COTA (Tas) with a 0.5FTE project officer salary and funds for the costs associated with the production and statewide distribution of the annual Seniors Week Program. This grant is provided under a triennial grant deed arrangement, which was signed in December 2010, for the period up to 31 December 2013. In April 2012, COTA (Tas) sought a variation to the Triennial Grant Deed, in relation to the distribution of the Program of Events for Seniors Week in 2012. DPAC approved the variation to the Deed in May 2012. The Seniors Week program of events will no longer be distributed through the three regional newspapers. COTA (Tas) plan to distribute the 2012 program of events via an external distributor to 500 venues across the State, rather than in newspapers. It is expected that this will provide a more targeted distribution. Any savings made by COTA (Tas) through this distribution mechanism will be used to further enhance the Seniors Week. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex Grants In the 2010-11 Budget, $150 000 was allocated over three years 2010-13 to provide funds to community organisations and tertiary institutions to progress achievement against Tasmania Together benchmarks that relate to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) community. In 2011-12, two projects totalling 40 271 were funded through this program. All projects are due to be completed by June 2013. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex Community Grants - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Rainbow Communities Tasmania Inc 13 000 towards the Cradle Coast LGBTI Services Directory Working it Out 27 271 towards assistance with Champions for Change Project TOTAL 40 271

Veterans’ Affairs Grants DPAC funds two Lieutenant Colonel Harry Murray VC Scholarships of $5 000 each, which are administered by the University of Tasmania. The Scholarships are available to students who are studying an aspect of Tasmania’s involvement in a war. Veterans Affairs - recipients Organisation $ Purpose University of Tasmania 10 000 towards Lieutenant Colonel Harry Murray VC Scholarships for 2012 TOTAL 10 000

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 137 War Memorial Repair and Maintenance Grants Program In 2010-11, the Tasmanian Government committed $50 000 in recurrent funding to recognise the contribution of serving and ex-service men and women. The War Memorial and Maintenance Grants Program was established in 2010-11 to allocate these funds to RSLs, local government and other community organisations as a contribution towards the cost of repairing and maintaining memorials in Tasmania. In 2011-12, 14 projects were funded through this program. All projects are due to be completed by June 2013. Organisation $ Purpose Avoca Museum and Information Centre 2 600 towards the cleaning the Avoca Cenotaph and Memorial Gates Circular Head Council 1 944 towards restoration of War Memorial at Marrawah Collinsvale Community Association 5 000 towards Collinsvale War Memorial Restoration Program Devonport City Council 5 000 towards Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall George Town RSL 4 575 towards Remember Them program Huon Valley Council 5 000 towards restoration of World War 11 Memorial Gates Huon Valley Council 4 886 towards the reinstatement of Ladysmith Boer War statue King Island RSL Sub-Branch Inc 700 towards restoration of Currie Cenotaph phase 1 Ledgerwood Hall and Reserves 5 000 towards the Legerwood Memorial Carvings Committee Inc and Park Queenstown RSL Sub-Branch Inc 2 500 towards the Lone Pine Memorial Project Scottsdale RSL Sub Branch Inc 1 327 towards the Honouring their Service program Spring Bay RSL Sub Branch Inc 4 553 towards the Memorial field gun restoration Tasman Council 4 070 towards the Tasman Cenotaph upgrade Zeehan RSL Sub Branch Inc 2 850 towards upgrade of the Zeehan Memorial TOTAL 50 005

Other Community Development Grants – recipients Organisation $ Purpose Glenorchy City Council 20 000 towards the Moonah Taste of the World Festival Migrant Resource Centre (Southern) 57 000 towards the Community Outreach Program Tasmania Inc Migrant Resource Centre (Northern) 43 000 towards the Employment Enterprise Project Tasmania Inc National Ethnic and Multicultural 4 000 towards National Ethnic and Multicultural Broadcasters Council Broadcasters Councils National Conference 2011

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 138 Organisation $ Purpose Returned and Services League of Australia 100 000 towards Returned and Services League of (Tasmania Branch) Australia Tasmania Branch 2011-12 instalment TOTAL 224 000 TOTAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 1 594 012 DIVISION

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 139 Social Inclusion Grants

2011-12 Emergency Relief and Lower Cost of Living Program The Emergency Relief and Lower Cost of Living Program supports emergency relief and preventative assistance for people in financial crisis. In 2011-12 it included:  $750 000 to support emergency relief providers to assist more Tasmanians meet increases in the costs of essential goods and services such as electricity and other utilities, food, rent, and transport;  $150 000 to SecondBite, Foodbank and Produce to the People to expand the provision of food relief;  $120 000 to the NILS Network of Tasmania for operational funding to deliver zero interest micro- finance loans to low income Tasmanians;  $90 000 to the Energy Efficient Appliances program to provide assistance to Tasmanians on low incomes to purchase energy efficient appliances; and  $10 000 to the Tasmanian Association of Community Houses to support community hardship. Two initiatives from the program are being delivered during the 2012 winter:  $60 000 partnership with Foodbank and the Tasmanian Association of Neighbourhood Houses for 4 000 emergency food boxes to be delivered to Tasmanians in need over the winter months. One box will feed a family of four for one week and 1 000 boxes will be distributed per month from June 2012 to September 2012.  The Energy Efficient Appliances Program aims to make expensive energy efficient appliances, such as heat pumps and three star rated white goods, more affordable to low income households. This has been achieved by combining a 30 per cent subsidy with the zero-interest micro-finance loans provided by the NILS Network of Tasmania. Eligibility is limited to Health Care and Pension Concession Card holders who are seniors, living with disability or have neuro-muscular conditions requiring medical temperature regulation needs in the home. Emergency Relief Food - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Foodbank Tasmania Inc 30 000 towards 2011-2013 Emergency Relief and Lower Cost of Living Initiative First Installment North-West Environment Centre 30 000 towards 2011-2013 Emergency Relief and Lower Cost of Living Initiative First Installment – Produce to the People Second Bite 90 000 towards 2011-2013 Emergency Relief and Lower Cost of Living Initiative First Installment TOTAL 150 000

Emergency Relief - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Anglicare Tasmania Inc – Hobart 63 010 towards Emergency Relief Payment – First Installment Anglicare Tasmania Inc – Hobart 63 010 towards Emergency Relief Payment – Second Installment Campbell Town Health and Community 2 320 towards Emergency Relief Payment – First Services Installment Colony 47 6 185 towards Emergency Relief Payment – First Installment Colony 47 6 185 towards Emergency Relief Payment – Second Installment

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 140 Organisation $ Purpose Deloraine House Inc 10 025 towards Emergency Relief Payment – First Installment Deloraine House Inc 10 025 towards Emergency Relief Payment – Second Installment District Nurses 8 190 towards Emergency Relief Payment – First Installment District Nurses 8 190 towards Emergency Relief Payment – Second Installment Flinders Island Aboriginal Assoc Inc 7 180 towards Emergency Relief Payment – First Installment George Town Neighbourhood House Inc 5 190 towards Emergency Relief Payment – First Installment George Town Neighbourhood House Inc 5 190 towards Emergency Relief Payment – Second Installment Hobart Benevolent Society 29 830 towards Emergency Relief Payment – First Installment Hobart Benevolent Society 29 830 towards Emergency Relief Payment – Second Installment Hobart City Mission 95 750 towards Emergency Relief Payment – First Installment Hobart City Mission 95 750 towards Emergency Relief Payment – Second Installment Launceston Benevolent Society Inc 28 050 towards Emergency Relief Payment – First Installment Launceston Benevolent Society Inc 28 050 towards Emergency Relief Payment – Second Installment Launceston City Mission 72 150 towards Emergency Relief Payment – First Installment Launceston City Mission 72 150 towards Emergency Relief Payment – Second Installment St Vincent De Paul Society – Launceston 126 510 towards Emergency Relief Payment – First Installment St Vincent De Paul Society – Launceston 126 510 towards Emergency Relief Payment – Second Installment The Caring Network Inc 9 140 towards Emergency Relief Payment – First Installment The Helping Hand Association Inc 9 140 towards Emergency Relief Payment – Second Installment The Salvation Army – Australian Southern 174 590 towards Emergency Relief Payment – First Installment The Salvation Army – Australian Southern 174 590 towards Emergency Relief Payment – Second Installment

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 141 Organisation $ Purpose Uniting Care Tasmania 88 660 towards Emergency Relief Payment – First Installment Uniting Care Tasmania 88 660 towards Emergency Relief Payment – Second Installment Wyndarra Centre Inc 27 605 towards Emergency Relief Payment – First Installment Wyndarra Centre Inc 27 605 towards Emergency Relief Payment – Second Installment Tasmanian Association of Community 20 000 towards Emergency Relief Payment – First and Houses Second Installments NILS Network Tasmania Inc 180 000 towards Energy efficiency appliances for Low Income Tasmanians TOTAL 1 699 270 Family Assistance Program The objectives of the Family Assistance Program are to:  provide direct emergency relief to Tasmanian families suffering financial hardship;  provide preventative support programs that are ancillary to the provision of emergency relief; and  provide for practical social policy research in agreed areas associated with emergency relief. As part of the annual review held in 2011-12, SIU conducted consultations with all recipient organisations. This review indicated that the grant funding outputs meet the objectives of the program. SIU assessed the program’s compliance with Treasurer’s Instruction 709 and it is recommended that it be further reviewed during 2012-13. Family Assistance Program - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Anglicare Tasmania Inc 100 000 towards Family Assistance Program 2011-12 Hobart City Mission 25 000 towards Family Assistance Program 2011-12 Launceston City Mission 25 000 towards Family Assistance Program 2011-12 St Vincent De Paul Society 100 000 towards Family Assistance Program 2011-12 The Salvation Army 100 000 towards Family Assistance Program 2011-12 TOTAL 350 000 Food Vans program The objective of these grants is to assist with provision of food and beverage services and outreach to other services, information and social contact to disadvantaged Tasmanians. As part of the annual review held in 2011-12, SIU conducted consultations with all recipient organisations. This review indicated that the grant funding outputs meet the objectives of the program. SIU assessed the program’s compliance with Treasurer’s Instruction 709 and it is recommended that it be further reviewed during 2012-13.

Food Vans - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Grans Van Association Inc 20 000 towards Gran’s Van Food Van grant

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 142 Organisation $ Purpose Launceston City Mission 20 000 towards Mission Outreach Trailer and Mission Beat Food Van grant St Vincent De Paul Society 20 000 towards Loui’s Van grant TOTAL 60 000 Tasmanian Community Transport Trust - Cars for Communities Program The objectives of the Cars for Communities Program was to:  provide transport to connect people together and enable opportunities for Tasmanians to participate in the social and economic life of the state;  empower communities to meet their own transport needs run by local communities, in the interests of local communities; and  support non-government organisations who help out others in the community with their transport needs. An evaluation of the program was undertaken in January 2010 following the first grant round. The evaluation made a number of recommendations which resulted in changes to the program guidelines and application form. These changes were made to assist community groups to better understand the program requirements and the information they need to include in their application. Grant recipients are required to provide a report against the key performance indicators specified in the Grant Deed within two months of the anniversary of the signing of the Grant Deed. Reports are required annually for a maximum of three years. A review of reports received to date and evaluation of the program is currently being undertaken. An initial assessment of the reports from grant recipients indicates that the funding outputs are meeting the program’s objectives. No funding is available for the program in 2012-13. Volunteering Tasmania The Tasmanian Government provides recurrent funding of $260 000 for four years commencing with the 2009-10 Budget to Volunteering Tasmania Inc (VT Inc) to coordinate and reinvigorate volunteering across the State as part of the Supporting Tasmanian Volunteers Program (STVP). The grant is provided to the VT Inc to implement the Supporting Tasmanian Volunteers Program (the Program). The objective of the grant is to:  increase participation of young people engaged in volunteering to counter the effects of demographic change on Tasmanian volunteer numbers;  increase numbers of older volunteers engaged in volunteering in Tasmania, particularly amongst socially excluded and geographically isolated groups; and  enhance the capacity of VT to respond to demographic change and support organisations to maintain their volunteer base. Other Social Inclusion grants - recipients Organisation $ Purpose NILS Network Tasmania Inc 120 000 towards Community Development Finance Fund Administration Payment Volunteering Tasmania Inc 260 000 towards Supporting Tasmanian Volunteers program University of New South Wales 10 000 towards Industry Partner Cont Social Disadvantage and Economic Recession TOTAL 390 000 TOTAL SOCIAL INCLUSION 2 649 270

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 143 Climate Change Grants

The Tasmanian Climate Change Office (TCCO) managed the fourth round of the ClimateConnect community grants program. This program assists industry organisations, natural resource management bodies and local government entities to undertake innovative and targeted projects to help local communities adapt to the impacts of climate change. Five action-based community projects were selected for funding and will be completed over the next 12 months. Another round of the Earn Your Stars micro-grants program was also run in 2011-12. This program supports projects that provide the resources, skills and knowledge to help communities reduce their carbon footprint. Four projects were awarded funding under the micro-grants program. Both programs were reviewed in October 2011, in accordance with the Treasurers Instruction and a number of changes were made to the eligibility criteria, program guidelines and application forms, including increasing the maximum micro-grant amount to $5 000. ClimateConnect Grants Program The objective of ClimateConnect is to assist Tasmanian communities and industries adapt to the opportunities and risks from climate change. Communities and industries can adapt to climate change by adopting strategies to moderate, cope with, or take advantage of climate change impacts. Climate change impacts include changes in rainfall and temperature, changes in the frequency and severity of extreme events and sea level rise. The projects selected for funding demonstrated their ability to fulfil the objectives set for the grants program. As projects are ongoing, final outcomes are yet to be determined. Climate Change Grants - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Business East 2 500 towards final payment for Managing Energy in Local Business Project CAST 3 000 towards final payment for the Art Bike Sharing Project Cradle Coast Authority 18 000 towards Round 4 – Cradle Coast regional and local adaptation project Greening Australia 2 500 towards final payment for Low Carbon Communities project Greening Australia 18 000 towards Round 4 – Practical adaptation to a climate future Huon Valley Kingborough Tourism 2 700 towards final payment for Green Tourism Association project Keener Inc. Climate Connect Grant 2 020 towards final payment for Kentish Gets Energy Efficient Hot Water Project Local Government Association Tasmania 18 000 towards Round 4 – Monitoring and interpreting changes to the coastline Monash University 2 600 towards final payment for Green Steps Skills for Sustainability project Snug Primary School Association 1 350 towards final payment for Take it Home Project Southern Midlands Council 2 326 towards final payment for Empowerment Initiatives for Community Carbon Cuts project

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 144 Organisation $ Purpose Tasmanian Centre for Global Learning 1 947 towards final payment for Sustainable Schools Support Service project University of Tasmania 17 988 towards Round 4 – Vector borne disease in Tasmania under climate change University of Tasmania – IMAS 5 455 towards Round 4 – Detecting shifting marine species University of Tasmania – IMAS 12 545 towards Round 4 – Detecting shifting marine species West Winds Community Centre Inc 2 904 towards final payment for Local Food for Local People project TOTAL 113 835

Earn Your Stars Micro-grants Program The Earn Your Stars Micro-grants program aims to assist local communities, households and individuals to work together to find climate change solutions. The key objectives for the initial phase of the Earn Your Stars Micro-grants program are to help communities to work together successfully to reduce their carbon footprint by:  giving people in communities the resources, skills or knowledge they need to reduce their carbon emissions and conserve energy;  adopting practices that conserve energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, including businesses, product and service providers, and community organisations; and  promoting new ideas to reduce emissions and conserve energy that will also reduce costs to communities over time. Climate Change – Earn Your Stars Micro-grants - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Greening Australia 5 000 towards ‘Reach for the Stars’ Building Sustainability Kingborough Council 4 970 towards Green Wares and Green Ways Life without Barriers 4 997 towards Caring for People Caring for Place project Okines Community House Inc 4 350 towards 10 Steps towards a Carbon Neutral Community TOTAL 19 317

Climate Change Office – other recipients Organisation $ Purpose Pitt and Sherry (Operations) Pty Ltd 10 000 towards website development – ClimateAsyst Tool TOTAL 10 000 TOTAL CLIMATE CHANGE 143 153

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 145 Local Government Grants

Main Street Makeover Program The Main Street Makeover program is about building proud and vibrant communities by helping councils give over 30 towns across Tasmania a facelift through:  beautification programs  infrastructure upgrades  access improvements  installation of traffic calming features  pedestrian safety improvements. The makeovers create vibrant community hubs, stimulate community activity and enliven central business districts. Communities reported stronger community pride as well as stronger economic growth following main street makeovers. Access and safety were high priorities in most makeovers. A number of projects included kerb upgrades to assist people with disability and parents with prams to move around towns. Pedestrian outstands and crossings were installed on some streets to assist safe pedestrian movement across roads. The Program has concluded and will not release further grant rounds. Main Street Makeover Program – Recipients Organisation $ Purpose Northern Midlands Council 32 000 towards Longford Main Street Makeover TOTAL 32 000 Urban Renewal and Heritage Fund The Urban Renewal and Heritage Fund supports conservation and restoration of heritage assets as well as urban renewal projects. This program has now concluded. Urban Renewal and Heritage Fund – recipients Organisation $ Purpose West Coast Council 10 000 towards Queenstown Renewal Project TOTAL 10 000 TOTAL LOCAL GOVERNMENT 42 000 DIVISION

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 146 Premier of Tasmania University Scholarships and Premier of Tasmania Timor Leste Scholarship Grant Program

The purpose of the Premier of Tasmania University Scholarships is to retain top Tasmanian students in the State and to attract top interstate and international scholars to Tasmania. The Premier of Tasmania Timor-Leste Scholarship funding is available to Timor-Leste citizens to undertake courses at undergraduate or postgraduate level at the University of Tasmania that support the sustainable future of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste. Funding for both the Premier of Tasmania Scholarships Program and the Premier of Tasmania Timor-Leste Scholarship:  is recurrent in the DPAC budget;  is provided on the basis the University contributes a similar amount. University Scholarships Organisation $ Purpose University of Tasmania 130 000 towards Undergraduate, Timor Leste And Judith Liauw Scholarship 2012

TOTAL 130 000

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 147 Australia Day Grants Program

On Australia Day we come together as a nation to celebrate what's great about Australia and being Australian. It is the day to reflect on what we have achieved and what we can be proud of in our great nation. It is the day for us to re-commit to making Australia an even better place for the future. At its core, Australia Day is a day driven by communities, and the celebrations held in each town, suburb or city are the foundation of its ongoing success. The Australian Government provides funding for the Australia Day Great Ideas Grants Program, which provides seed funding for local councils to grow a great idea in its first year. Grants are only available for a new activity that compliments and builds on existing Australia Day celebrations and are about inspiring new and imaginative ways for a community to celebrate. Australia Day Grants Organisation $ Purpose Central Highlands Council 1 000 towards funding to support a new element of the councils Australia Day Celebrations Flinders Council 376 towards funding to support a new element of the councils Australia Day celebrations George Town Council 1 909 towards funding to support a new element of the councils Australia Day celebrations Kentish Council 1 596 towards funding to support a new element of the councils Australia Day celebrations King Island Council 818 towards funding to support a new element of the councils Australia Day celebrations Sorell Council 1 318 towards funding to support a new element of the councils Australia Day celebrations West Tamar Council 2 500 towards funding to support a new element of the councils Australia Day celebrations

TOTAL 9 516

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 148 Other Contributions

Other contributions - recipients Organisation $ Purpose Jim Bacon Foundation 50 000 towards a contribution to the fund Tasmanian Early Years Foundation 500 000 towards a contribution to the fund Tasmanian Electronic Commerce Centre 350 000 towards State Government Shareholder Contribution Tasmanian Electronic Commerce Centre 2011-2012 Unions Tasmania 100 000 towards Union Education Training Grant 2011- 12 University of Tasmania 40 000 towards the first instalment of the grant deed

TOTAL 1 040 000

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 149 Government procurement

In 2011-12, the Department awarded 32 contracts (23 contractors and 9 consultancies) with a value over $50 000 (excluding GST). The following table summarises the level of participation by local businesses with regard to contracts, tenders and/or quotation processes with a value of $50 000 or over (excluding GST). Summary of participation by local business (for contracts, tenders and/or quotation processes of 2011-12 $50 000 or over, ex GST) Total number of contracts awarded 32 Total number of contracts awarded to Tasmanian suppliers 25 Total value of contracts awarded $64 815 127 Total value of contracts awarded to Tasmanian suppliers $63 475 027 Total number of tenders called and written quotation processes 23 undertaken Total number of bids and/or written quotations received 121 Total number of bids and/or written quotations received from 58 Tasmanian businesses Seven contracts to the value of $1.3 million were awarded to interstate contractors due to the specialised nature of the tender briefs. Two exemptions were granted under Treasurers Instruction 1107, and three contracts were extended. No contracts were awarded as a result of direct/limited resourcing or contract extensions pursuant to Treasurer’s Instructions 1114 or 1115(3). A panel for service transformation support was appointed from November 2011 to December 2013 for TMD, Department of Premier and Cabinet. The panel includes the following suppliers:  Freelance Global Ltd  The Pitt Crew Pty Ltd  Virtual CIO Pty Ltd (trading as Gartlands)  Croger Associates Pty Ltd  The Quill Consultancy Pty Ltd  A S Consulting Pty Ltd  Touchpaper Australia Pty Ltd.

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Contracts awarded in 2011-12 with a value of $50 000 or over Contractor Location Description Period Total value ($)

Alphawest Services Hobart TRIM Environment Upgrade Oct 2011 to 85 320 Pty Ltd and Consolidation January 2012 Anittel Hobart Exchange 2010 Hardware October 2011 169 088 Aurora Energy Pty Hobart Networking Tasmania II April 2012 to 2 000 000 Ltd Agreement May 2015 Business Objects Hobart Crystal Enterprise Maintenance Dec 2011 to 50 000 and Support Licence Dec 2012 Agreement CDC Development Blackmans Office fit-out March 2012 to 104 200 (Tas) Pty Ltd Bay June 2012 CO2 Australian South Forest Carbon Study Nov 2011 to 249 900 Limited Melbourne May 2012 Corporate Express Hobart Desktops, Laptops and Screens May 2012 to 127 628 - supply of desktops and Dec 2012 laptops Directory Concepts Hobart Agency controlled January 2012 75 980 management extension to March 2012

(ACME) for forefront identity Extension 21 120 management (FIM) March 2012 to June 2012 Fairbrother Joinery Hobart Supply and Install Workstations March 2012 to 132 827 June 2012 August 2011 Help Desk Hobart Supply and Implementation of 150 000 to Solutions & Service Management software June 2012 Touchpaper by LANDesk iiNet Limited Hobart Networking Tasmania II March 2012 to 400 000 Agreement May 2015 Logica Hobart Exchange 2010 Upgrade Nov 2011to 115 000 Services January 2012 Logica Hobart Supply of SUN Oracle T3-1 June 2011 to 71 011 Server Pair June 2014 Dec 2011 to Logica Australia Pty Hobart Upgrade Of Connect Email 113 160 January 2012 Ltd Service Infrastructure From Exchange 2007 To Exchange 2010

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 151 Contracts awarded in 2011-12 with a value of $50 000 or over Contractor Location Description Period Total value ($)

Print Applied Dowsing Publishing and distribution of Oct 2011 to 10 000 000 Technology Pty Ltd Point, Tas Legislation, Parliamentary Sep 2016 materials and the Tasmanian Extension Government Gazette 4 000 000 Oct 2016 to

Sep 2018 Jan 2012 to Quinntessential Sydney Provision of Online Evaluation, 208 500 Dec 2014 Marketing Pty Ltd Onboarding and Exit Extension Interviews for the Tasmanian Jan 2015 to State Service 152 900 Dec 2016 Red Jelly Hobart Concessions Guide 2011-12 July 2011 to 66 736 August 2011 Sustainable Living Hobart Power Saving for Tenants Jan 2012 to 820 000 Tasmania Nov 2013 Tascon Hobart Office fit-out for TMD March 2012 to 381 435 Constructions Pty September 2012 Ltd Hobart March 2012 to Telstra Corporation Networking Tasmania II 24 000 000 May 2015 Pty Ltd Agreement Telstra Corporation Hobart Voice Services – Carriage and June 2012 to 4 000 000 Pty Ltd Calls Agreement with Telstra June 2014

Extension June 2014 to 16 000 000 June 2022 South May 2012 to Umow Lai Vic Pty Data Centre Assessment 60 000 Yarra, Vic Dec 2012 Ltd UXC Eclipse Hobart Development of Service Jan 2012 to 276 923 Tasmania's Procedural Oct 2012 Information Management System (PIMS)

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Annual Report 2011-12 152 Consultancy contracts awarded in 2011-12 with a value of $50 000 or over Consultant Location Description Period Total value ($)

Cherub Consulting Melbourne ICT Benchmarking Services April 2012 to 75 800 Dec 2012 Dr Michael Hobart Provision of technical advice in July 2011 to 70 000 Connarty relation to Hydro Tasmania Dec 2011 system April 2012 to Freelance Global Hobart For billing and expense 64 350 March 2013 Ltd management support Freelance Global Hobart Independent advisors for TMD June 2012 to 80 000 Ltd Technology Service Dec 2012 Transformation Frontier Economics Melbourne Economic Advisor for June 2011 to 338 000 Electricity Supply Industry October 2011 Expert Panel George O'Farrell Pomona, The review into the October 2011 70 000 QLD governance and structural to Dec 2011

arrangement of the Tasmanian Extension State Service and Dec 2011 to 20 000 appeal/review mechanisms and March 2012 jurisdiction as they relate to State Service employment Surefoot Consulting Melbourne Assistance with preparation of July 2011 to 165 000 requests for tender associated April 2012 with Voice Strategy Project Virtual CIO Pty Ltd Hobart Independent advisors for TMD June 2012 to 80 000 Technology Service Dec 2012 Transformation Xsquared Hobart Architectural services for fit-out March 2012 to 80 788 Architects works at 22 Elizabeth Street Sep2012

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