2027-28 Budget Development

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Cabinet approved the proposed Budget Day of 27 May 2027 for the 2027-28 Budget and agreed the Treasurer and Budget Committee progress the development of the 2027-28 Budget.

Change for Children Action Plan: Collaboration for Change 2026-2029

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Cabinet noted the publication of the Change for Children Action Plan: Collaboration for Change 2026-2029 on the Keeping Children Safe website, which fulfils Recommendation 19.1(2) of the Commission of Inquiry into the Tasmanian Government's Responses to Child Sexual Abuse in Institutional Settings. Cabinet noted the extensive feedback of key stakeholders that informed the Action Plan.

Every child and young person in Tasmania should be safe from sexual abuse, and victim-survivors must be believed and supported. The Action Plan builds on the 10-year Change for Children Strategy. It outlines how the Government will continue work on recommendations from the Commission of Inquiry and other child safety reviews. The Action Plan includes actions to help stop child sexual abuse, support victim-survivors and make services safer for children and young people.

Consultation on Draft Burial and Cremation Regulations 2026

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Cabinet noted the Exposure Draft Burial and Cremation Regulations 2026, and that they are to be released for public consultation on 1 October 2026.

The proposed changes to the regulations are aimed at ensuring the utmost dignity is afforded to all matters pertaining to the handling of human and cremated remains, in line with community expectations. They also provide greater regulatory clarity, accountability and consistency for business and the broader community.

Efficiency And Productivity Agenda

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Cabinet noted an update on the Efficiency and Productivity Agenda. Cabinet routinely considers updates on major ongoing policy matters, such as efficiency and productivity, as part of its routine business.

Infrastructure Priority List - The Tasmanian Government's 2026 Submission to Infrastructure Australia

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Cabinet noted the Tasmanian Government's list of priority infrastructure proposals to be submitted for evaluation by Infrastructure Australia for the 2027 Infrastructure Priority List (IPL) in accordance with Infrastructure Australia's timeframes.

Infrastructure Australia is expected to publish an updated IPL on its website in March 2027.

Policy for the Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Tasmanian Government

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Cabinet noted the Policy for the Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Tasmanian Government, which establishes a consistent, whole-of-government baseline for the ethical, transparent and safe use of AI across the Tasmanian State Service. The Policy supports agencies to harness AI’s benefits while managing risks, maintaining human oversight, and building public trust.

It should be noted that this policy does not set the strategic framework or priorities for AI use across the Tasmanian State Service; these are currently being developed through other processes.

Update on the Sale of the Hobart Private Hospital

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Cabinet noted information provided on the negotiations between the Department of Health and Calvary Health Care (Calvary) for the future operations of the Hobart Private Hospital, and agreed for the Minister for Health, Mental Health and Wellbeing to approve the final terms of the sale and the Department of Health to then enter into an amended Project Deed with Calvary.

The Deed is intended to preserve healthcare capacity, support workforce sustainability and maintain continuity of care for Tasmanians.

Appointments

Cabinet endorsed the following appointment:

  • Chair to the Shell MAP Management Committee for a term of three years.

Standing Items

Commission of Inquiry Update

Cabinet noted an update on the Commission of Inquiry. Cabinet routinely considers

Updates on major ongoing policy matters, such as the Commission of Inquiry, as part of its routine business.

Cross Bench Update

Cabinet noted an update on the Cross Bench. Cabinet is committed to working collaboratively with the Crossbench on issues that impact Tasmanians.

Machinery of Government Changes

Cabinet noted an update on the machinery of government changes (MOG). Cabinet routinely considers updates on major ongoing policy matters, such as MOG, as part of its routine business.

Macquarie Point Urban Renewal and Stadium

Cabinet noted an update on the Macquarie Point Urban Renewal and Stadium. Cabinet routinely considers updates on major ongoing policy matters, such as Macquarie Point and the Stadium, as part of its routine business.

Major Industrials Update

Cabinet noted an update on major industrials. Cabinet routinely considers updates on major ongoing policy matters, such as major industrials, as part of its routine business.

Strategic Agenda Management

Cabinet noted an update on forward Cabinet agendas. As part of its general business, Cabinet routinely considers and reviews future Cabinet matters.

Tasmanian State Service (TSS) FTE Budget Update

Cabinet today noted an update on budget and FTE. Cabinet routinely considers budget and staffing resources as part of its general business.

TT-Line Vessels - QuayLink Berth Infrastructure

Cabinet noted an update on TT-Line. Cabinet routinely considers updates on major ongoing policy matters, such as TT-Line, as part of its routine business.