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State protocols

Tasmania's official and diplomatic protocols

  • Event protocols
    Guidance on event order of precedence, forms of address and the loyal toast.
  • Flags
    Learn about the Tasmanian flag, flag-flying protocols and Tasmania’s flag scheme.
  • State symbols
    Tasmania's state symbols foster a sense of shared identity, pride and unity in the Tasmanian community.
  • Official visits
    The Tasmanian Government hosts official visits to Tasmania by high commissioners, ambassadors and consuls-general.

In the spotlight

  • Congratulatory messages
    Request a congratulatory message for a significant birthday or wedding anniversary.
  • See them. Hear them. Nominate them.
    From every state and territory, we celebrate incredible Australians doing amazing things through the Australian of the Year Awards.
  • Australian honours system
    The Australian Government provides information about honours including the Order of Australia and Australian Bravery Decorations.
  • About the Governor of Tasmania
    Learn about the Governor's constitutional, ceremonial and community responsibilities at the Government House website.
The Tasmanian Government acknowledges Tasmanian Aboriginal people as the ongoing custodians of Tasmania’s land, sea, waterways and sky. We respect Aboriginal Elders past and present as leaders and knowledge‑holders. Aboriginal employees are integral to the Tasmanian State Service, bringing leadership, wisdom, knowledge and expertise that strengthen government and improve outcomes for Tasmania.
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We acknowledge Tasmanian Aboriginal people as the traditional owners and ongoing custodians of this land and respect their culture and identity.