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Agility Tasmania

OverviewAgility Tasmania is an affiliate of Agility, a global top 10 logistics provider with more than 550 offices in over 100 countries.

Agility Tasmania has offices in Launceston and Hobart, the northern and southern commercial centres of the island. It is part of the Agility Australia network, which has offices at major Australian ports (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth).

It provides international freight forwarding services, haulage and documentation services, project management, customs consulting and clearing to a range of exporters and importers in agriculture, commodities, consumer goods, retail, manufactured goods, industrial equipment and other products.

It is the customs broker for the Australian Antarctic Division, handling personal effects, scientific equipment, core samples and other material departing and arriving on the Division’s aircraft and vessels.

Agility Tasmania’s staff is led by industry veterans, each with more than two decades of logistics experience.

Agility Tasmania’s Sri Lankan and Indian partners are Agility Sri Lanka, based in Colombo, and Agility India, based in Mumbai.

Agility Sri Lanka provides freight forwarding and customs clearance, serving global apparel manufacturers and other customers.

Agility India has offices in Mumbai, New Dehli, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, Ahmedabad, Baroda and Kolkata.

Agility India offers freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution, customs clearance, project logistics, and specialty logistics for pharmaceutical, chemical and automotive customers.

Contact informationBrett Charlton

General Manager - Tasmania

Address: Level 2, 37-41 Tamar Street,

Launceston, Tasmania 7250 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 3 6334 8633

Web Site: www.agility.com

Bear Moose Productions

Overview

Living The Dram

A Tasmanian whisky odyssey

Living The Dram is a new television production, set to showcase the success of Tasmanian whisky and fresh produce.

It is being produced by two successful, award-winning producers. This will be a stunning cinematic journey; a feast for the eyes and it will leave the mouth watering!

There is huge potential to have your brand at the forefront of this production. We are seeking partnerships with quality investors, who are willing to capitalise on the global marketing potential of this film, to showcase your brand and product around the world.

Once completed, this television production will be distributed to multiple countries and regions, by a Sydney-based international distribution agency, with this film being seen by millions of people, in multiple regions and countries.

The basis of this television production is:

• In the early 1800’s Tasmania was home to 16 distilleries and produced some of the finest whisky in the colony. Until one by one they were outlawed and shut down. Now nearly 200 years on, there is a spiritual revival.

• Australia’s Godfather of whisky, Bill Lark is going on a journey of discovery, riddled with friends and laughs, from the Tasmania’s highlands, to Tokyo’s Harajuku, to explore the history and exciting new global industry that is fine Tasmanian whisky.

• This six episode series follows Bill and his friends, as he travels around the beautiful island state of Tasmania, and ventures on a journey to Japan and south Asia, to explore a love of whisky.

• Bill introduces us to the people and their whisky making process, that makes Tasmania’s whisky some of the best in the world. We’ll hear their personal stories; all as unique as the whisky they produce.

• We’ll also enjoy the mouth-watering array of local produce and breathtaking locations, on this heartwarming adventure.

Key facts• Global advertising potential.

• Investment opportunities.

• Cinematic journey throughout Tasmania and South Asia.

• Produced by award-winning producers and director.

Contact informationTrent Butler

Director

Address: 25 Derwent Avenue, Geilston Bay, Tasmania 7015 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 420 776 956

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://vimeo.com/172369913

Blundstone Australia

OverviewBlundstone Australia has been crafting boots since the 1800s, with a long and proud heritage spanning more than 145 years.

The family-owned company has grown to become a global leader in the manufacture of quality footwear, achieving success in 50 markets around the world.

Renowned for its iconic elastic-sided boot, Blundstone Australia also produces a large range of safety footwear, casual boots and gumboots.

Its innovation in the field of research and development has been recognised through several awards, including Best in Category at the prestigious Good Design Award, where judges commended designers for excellence in a project described as the best of its kind in the world.

The company’s research and design team searches the globe for the finest material and components – and the best partners – to create their products.

Blundstone utilises world-leading Italian technology to manufacture its gumboot range in Tasmania, Australia, with a capacity to produce 400 000 pairs a year. Its leather products are manufactured in India, Vietnam, Romania, China and Mexico.

Italy is one of the brand’s largest markets, where Blundstone’s casual boots are highly sought after for their understated style.

There’s a prime opportunity for an astute distributor in India and Sri Lanka to join the growing Blundstone network and appeal to the affluent middle class with its high quality products.

Key facts• Established in 1870.

• 100 per cent Tasmanian family owned business.

• Sold in 50 countries.

Contact informationBlundstone Australia Pty. Ltd.

Address: 88 Gormanston Road, Moonah,

Tasmania 7009 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 3 6271 2222


Website: www.blundstone.com.au

BSchool Executive Leadership Education

OverviewWe have optimised executive leadership training so you can acquire the skills you need to transform your organisation and yourself.

BSchool is a specialist executive education school that connects organisations with our faculty of top Australian leaders in business, sport, non-profit, community services and government.

Offering a range of leadership and management programs to the Australian corporate marketplace, BSchool is presently engaged with over 100 000 Australian managers and decision makers. Our vision and commitment to management development in Australia has attracted a high-calibre faculty with expansive academic and senior managerial experience from Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Our programs are grounded in evidence informed managerial and leadership competencies, that are explored in a practical context for maximum on-the-job applicability. The programs are recognised with credits into leading Australian universities such as the Masters of Leadership from Monash University.

BSchool is launching a unique five day residential Executive Leadership Program in Tasmania in 2017 where students will learn from Australia’s most successful leaders such as cricketer Ricky Ponting and get to experience Tasmania’s world heritage wilderness. We are inviting expressions of interest from Indian businesses and corporations interested in participating in the program.

BSchool is part of the Republica Education Group, a leading Australian Vocational Education and Training (VET) Provider. BSchool is one of five specialist and industry-connected schools, which educate students online and across seven campuses around Australia. The five specialist schools in Republica are:

• BSchool – Executive Leadership School (www.bschool.edu.au/exed)

• Tractor – graphic design, digital design and advertising (www.tractor.edu.au)

• CG Spectrum – visual effects, animation and game design (www.cgspectrum.edu.au)

• Beauty EDU – beauty therapy and specialist makeup (www.beautyedu.edu.au)

• Mercer – interior decoration, styling and design (www.mercer.edu.au)

The Republica Education Group is seeking partnerships with Indian universities and other educational institutions that may be interested in partnering with our specialist vocational schools to deliver vocational courses in India and Tasmania.

BSchool is also seeking partnerships with Indian universities and other educational institutions to recognise and launch Executive Programs in both India and Tasmania.

Key facts• Optimised education: A learning model that moves beyond

theory. It champions innovation and learning by doing. It encompasses powerful interactions between students and leading industry mentors such as Ricky Ponting, who pass on their knowledge and share lessons from their successes and mistakes.

• Industry connected: BSchool has established itself as a leader in industry education and has become a trusted partner to many of Australia’s most iconic organisations across public and private sectors. BSchool is presently engaged with over 100 000 managers and decision makers.

• Apply now: BSchool is launching a unique five day residential Executive Leadership Program in Tasmania in 2017 for middle to senior managers. For further information to see how your company can be part of this great opportunity go to www.bschool.edu.au/exed and submit your expression of interest.

Contact informationLincoln Trainor

Head of School

Address: 6 Palmer Parade, Cremorne,

Victoria 3121 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 3 8899 6021


Website: www.bschool.edu.au/exed

Domaine Simha

OverviewAvant-garde,fineTasmanianwine

Founded at the edge of the world, Domaine Simha brought new heights to Tasmania’s fine wine landscape. These wines are highly sought after by collectors and sommeliers in the world’s leading restaurants. Domaine Simha offers a powerful proposition of authenticity from some of the finest terroir in the world. Crafted by hand in micro batches, only a limited number of barrels of Domaine Simha are made. These artisan single vineyard wines are shaped ‘au naturel’ to reflect epic Tasmanian terroir. At the heart lies the pristine environment, sparkling air and 200 million-year-old-soil.

An avant-garde approach focuses on living wine relying on ancient knowledge and intuition. Methods embrace harvesting by lunar cycle on fruit and flower days, whole bunch wild fermentation with foot pigeage, maturation in custom oak demi-muid oak and clay amphorae with perfect natural balance. These are graceful styles with beautiful perfume, fine structure and superb ageing potential.

The house of Simha originates from Sanskrit for Lion. Domaine Simha wines take their names from historic royal titles like Rani, Rana and Raja.

Based in Tasmania’s Derwent Valley, Domaine Simha was established by expert winemaker Nav Singh and Louise Radman. Born in Delhi India, Nav Singh studied to master the craft of viticulture and oenology in Australia and honed his skills in the most prestigious French chateaux. He has been recognised with countless accolades and trophies, is a regular on the international wine show judging circuit and was been inducted as a Wine Australia future leader.

Louise Radman is a multi-award winning brand identity and experiential marketing consultant, international show judge, former wine journalist, author and head of purchasing for Hyatt hotels. She sits on the Brand Tasmania Council and national executive board of Sommeliers Australia.

We welcome you to visit us in Tasmania. The Domaine Simha wine cellar is located on the waterfront at Brooke Street Pier in Hobart.

Key facts• Fine wine, limited allocations.

• Avant-garde, natural approach.

• Single vineyard terroir.

• Crafted by expert winemaker Nav Singh.

• Highly sought after by collectors and sommeliers.

• Featured in luxury venues across Australia, Hong Kong and Singapore.

SÜD POLAIRE

Antarctic dry, Tasmanian gin

Our spirit is formed by our natural environment; an archetypal wilderness of mountain, mist, and forest at the edge of the world. It is balanced by pristine Tasmanian rainwater swept across a vast expanse of Southern Ocean from Antarctica; the coldest, driest, windiest place on earth.

Süd Polaire gin is micro-batch distilled and bottled by hand in Tasmania. Each bottle is individually numbered. The purest heart of superbly smooth, triple distilled wine spirit make this an excellent martini style. Süd Polaire is vapour infused with 10 organic botanicals for the highest quality.

These include aromatic juniper, fresh hand-cut lemon and grapefruit peel, Tasmanian Southern Ocean kombu, local mountain pepperberries and leaves.

Süd Polaire Antarctic dry

Süd Polaire X expedition strength

Süd Polaire Rare oak cask matured

Süd Polaire Aurora glacier cut

Key facts• Excellent martini style.

• Vapour infused, triple distilled purity.

• Organic botanicals.

• Balanced with pure Tasmanian rain water.

• Micro-batch, individually numbered bottles.

• Transcendent flavour, glacial cut, bracing Antarctic dry gin.

Contact informationMr Nav Singh, Director

Ms Louise Radman, Director

Address: GPO Box 830, Hobart, Tasmania 7001 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 403 773 871 / +61 432 925 895


Website: www.domainesimha.com

Entura

OverviewEntura is one of the world’s most experienced specialist power and water consulting firms. As part of Hydro Tasmania, Australia’s largest renewable energy producer and water manager, we are backed by more than 100 years of creating energy and maintaining power and water assets.

Contributing to the development, operation and maintenance of water and renewable power schemes over their entire lifecycle has given us first-hand insights and a deep understanding of the real-life pressures of owning and operating assets, as has our experience in working closely with other asset owners to manage theirs.

Our strength comes from an ability to partner with clients to deliver practical and commercially sound solutions across the whole lifecycle of power and water assets, helping them to manage risks and achieve valuable outcomes.

From strategy, planning, design and construction through to operation, maintenance, risk management and training, our full range of consulting services covers every aspect of major power and water projects.

We support governments, funding agencies and corporate clients across the Asia-Pacific region and Africa from offices in Australia, India and South Africa.

Key facts• Present in India since 2005, our team has worked across

India (Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya), Bhutan, Nepal, Malaysia, the Philippines, Laos, Fiji, Australia, South Africa and Papua New Guinea.

• The Indian Council of Power Utilities has judged Entura India as “best consultant/consultancy” in 2013. The Council is an autonomous organisation with representation from power utilities from across the industry in India. Entura India was the unanimous choice of all jury members.

Consulting services include.

• Hydropower (planning and acquisitions, development and design, operations and maintenance, upgrade and refurbishment).

• Wind power.

• Solar power.

• Remote area power systems.

• Power engineering (substations, transmission and distribution, power systems, testing and commissioning, automation and Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA); generator connection).

• Water infrastructure planning and optimisation.

• Dams (design and construction, upgrades, dam safety).

• Supply infrastructure (irrigation schemes, pipelines, pumping stations).

• Flood management.

• Asset strategy, management and optimisation.

• Risk management and sustainability.

• Climate resilience.

• Data collection, monitoring, management and analysis.

• Entura Clean Energy and Water Institute: short courses and customised training programs. An accredited training organisation in Australia, we collaborate with the Asian Institute of Technology, Bangkok (since 2012) and Universiti Tenaga Nasional, Kuala Lumpur, to deliver specialised courses in the south and south-east Asian region.

Contact informationAustralia

Tammy Chu

Managing Director

Address: 89 Cambridge Park Drive, Cambridge, Tasmania 7170 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 3 6245 4500


India

Ajay Sharma

Director International Business Development

Address: Unit 3A, 3rd Floor, Plot No. FC-24, Film CitySector-16A, Noida, District Gautam Budh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh-201301, India

Phone: +91 120 403 3100


Website: www.entura.com.au

Fahan School

OverviewSet amongst spectacular grounds on a 6.2 hectare campus in the attractive Hobart suburb of Sandy Bay, Fahan School is an independent day and boarding school for girls from kindergarten to Year 12.

Fahan School is just a 10 minute drive from Hobart’s CBD and only a 20 minute drive from the Hobart Airport.

Boasting state-of-the-art facilities and an enviable academic record, Fahan School has held the highest percentage of students in Tasmania gaining university entrance scores for the past nine years. These results continue a tradition of excellence at Fahan that complements its reputation as the outstanding school for girls in Tasmania.

The boarding house at Fahan accommodates girls, as full time boarders, from Years 9 - 12 and allows the students to build strong relationships with one another while fostering healthy study habits. “I enjoy being able to mix with students from overseas, interstate and local girls and explore Hobart with friends on the weekend,” said Year 12 boarder, Phoebe Burbury.

Fahan School students are able to take advantage of the opportunities that exist for them in and around Tasmania. The girls participate in a wide range of exciting day trips and camps including local bushwalks, science focused trips to Maria Island, east coast outdoor education camps, excursions to the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA), art galleries in Salamanca Place plus many more local activities.

There are a wealth of opportunities that exist for Fahan Girls and enrolments for future years are now open.

Key facts• Located in the beautiful beachside suburb of Sandy Bay,

Tasmania, Fahan School boasts state-of-the-art facilities, impressive programs and enviable academic results.

• In 2015, 100 per cent of our Year 12 girls qualified for university entrance. An amazing 63 per cent of our students achieved Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) scores over 90 with 33 per cent of our girls achieving scores above 95. Fahan’s median ATAR score, for university entrance, was 92.5 in 2015 and has consistently been higher than that of other top performing academic independent schools in the state.

• A recent survey of current parents revealed the top reasons for choosing Fahan School for their daughter were the following:

1. Size of school classes.

2. Academic excellence.

3. The school’s reputation.

4. School values and culture.

5. Quality of staff.

Contact informationMary Marino

Marketing and Communications Manager

Address: Fisher Avenue, Sandy Bay, Tasmania 7005 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 3 6225 1064

Fax: +61 3 6225 1263


Website: www.fahan.tas.edu.au

Federal Group

OverviewFederal Group is a Tasmanian tourism leader.

The company operates several award-winning businesses, including:

• Saffire Freycinet, a luxury resort on Tasmania’s east coast, with stunning views of the Hazards Mountains.

• Wrest Point, located on the Derwent River in Hobart and home to Australia’s first legal casino.

• The Henry Jones Art Hotel, a dedicated art hotel that fuses history and modernity on its heritage site in Hobart.

• Country Club Tasmania, an integrated gaming and golf resort nestled on 300 acres in Launceston.

Federal Group started in Melbourne in 1885 and is the oldest continually operating hotel group in Australia. This year the company is celebrating 60 years of operation in Tasmania, and has a proud track record of acclaimed tourism developments and service to the local community.

Federal Group first came to Tasmania in 1956 after purchasing “Australia’s finest hotel”, the Wrest Point Riviera on the edge of the Derwent River in Hobart. Following an historic referendum, Federal Group opened the country’s first legal casino at Wrest Point in 1973, which still operates today.

Federal Group is committed to providing guests with uniquely Tasmanian experiences, whether it’s the view from their room, the service they receive, the food on their plate or the drink in their glass. Federal Group is proud to showcase Tasmania’s best and freshest produce, seafood, beer, wine and spirits. Each venue offers unique dining outlets, with menus by award-winning chefs.

Federal Group is owned and operated by the Farrell family, who are committed to the long-term future of Tasmania’s tourism industry. The company is excited about the opening of its newest hotel on Hobart’s waterfront mid-2017. MACq01 promises guests an immersive cultural experience, telling the stories of Tasmania’s Indigenous, colonial convict and industrial heritage.

Federal Group also recently announced plans for a $25 million luxury resort overlooking the world heritage-listed Port Arthur Historic Site. The resort will be a sister property to Saffire Freycinet, which was named World’s Best Boutique Hotel in 2014 and TripAdvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Best Luxury Hotel in Australia’ in 2016.

Key facts• Award-winning Tasmanian tourism operators.

• Luxury resort Saffire Freycinet voted World’s Best Boutique Hotel in 2014.

• Hobart’s newest waterfront hotel, MACq01, to open mid-2017.

• Boutique gaming and entertainment venues in Hobart and Launceston.

• Unique destinations and experiences.

Contact informationKathryn McCann

Wrest Point Sales and Marketing Manager

Address: 410 Sandy Bay Rd, Sandy Bay, Tasmania 7005 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 3 6221 1727


Websites:

Wrest Point: www.wrestpoint.com.au

Saffire Freycinet www.saffire-freycinet.com.au

The Henry Jones Art Hotel www.thehenryjones.com

Country Club Tasmania www.countryclubtasmania.com.au

MACq01 www.macq01.com.au (opening 2017)

Government Education and Training International

Key facts• Tasmania is one of the highest quality and best value study

destinations in the world.

• TasTAFE currently has students from 28 different countries studying in campuses throughout Tasmania.

• TasTAFE offers nationally accredited qualifications as well as opportunities for commercial training and trans-national partnerships.

• Tasmanian Government schools offer small class sizes with less than two per cent international students and accept enrolments from Year 7 - 12 in 15 government schools.

• Tasmanian Government school international enrolments have increased by 33 per cent in the past 12 months.

Contact informationAnne Ripper

Director

Address: 77 Murray Street, Hobart, Tasmania 7000 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 3 6165 6100

Mobile: +61 407 311 512

Fax: + 61 3 6233 7839


Website: www.study.tas.gov.au

OverviewGovernment Education and Training International (GETI) Tasmania is a State Government organisation, operating within the Department of Education, Tasmania. It is the central business unit representing Tasmanian Government education and training providers to the world.

Serving as the international education office for Tasmanian Government schools and TasTAFE, GETI manages the recruitment and enrolment processes, as well as additional student support services, for international students from a diverse range of countries.

TasTAFE is the government owned provider of vocational education and training (VET) in Tasmania and the largest registered training organisation in the state.

The Tasmanian Government’s International School program offers a choice of nine junior high schools (Years 7-10), and six senior high schools (Years 11 and 12) across Tasmania’s three main cities - Hobart, Launceston and Devonport.

The education options represented by GETI include short-term study and Tasmanian Certificate of Education (TCE) attainment at government high schools and colleges (Year 7-12), and certificate, diploma, advanced diploma and English language qualifications through TasTAFE. Pathways to tertiary study are offered through both Tasmanian Government schools and TasTAFE.

GETI Tasmania also has considerable expertise in connecting international businesses and government departments with flexible education and training development solutions, including offshore delivery of Australian qualifications and other trans-national education opportunities.

Hansen Orchards

OverviewHansen Orchards is a fourth generation family-owned and vertically integrated business growing, packing and marketing premium cherries and apples. They are located in the pristine environment of the Huon Valley in southern Tasmania, Australia.

Mother Nature has blessed Tasmania’s environment with clean air, pure waters and a pristine green landscape. The temperate maritime cool climate is absolutely ideal for growing large premium cherries and firm, sweet red apples.

Premium cherries

Tasmania’s temperate maritime cool climate allows Hansen Orchards to grow premium cherries that are large, firm and sweet. Each cherry is hand-picked from the tree, packed fresh and sent by airfreight to our customers all around the world.

We have invested heavily into our business to ensure the cherries our valued customers receive are of the highest quality imaginable. Over the past 12 months we have installed 70ha of rain covers and developed the revolutionary ‘Hansen 360o’ grading technology. A key component to the success of our company is the investment into human resources with our highly skilled employees forming a world class team.

It is no coincidence that the Hansen Orchards cherry brands have a strong global following with our reputation growing every year.

Hansen Orchards are the largest producer of Tasmania cherries with current annual cherry production at 2 000 tonnes.

Premium apples

Tasmania’s temperate maritime cool climate allows Hansen Orchards to grow highly coloured, sweet apples with a long shelf life.

Hansen Orchards have also invested heavily into our apple business. We use the world’s best growing practices and have recently updated our packing facility to be state-of-the-art.

Hansen Orchards have worked closely with our valued international customers to develop successful programs with our premium varieties Royal Gala, Pink Lady, Red Delicious, Red Fuji and Tiger Fuji.

In June 2016 Apple and Pear Australia Ltd awarded Hansen Orchards the title of Exporter of the Year.

Current annual apples production: 6 000 tonne

Key facts• Fourth generation family business.

• Tasmania’s largest producer of cherries and apples.

• Significant investment into technology and human resources.

• Exporting to more than 15 countries around the world.

• Premium quality targeting the top end of the market.

• Experienced in direct-to-retail supply (category management).

Contact informationBaden Ribbon

Address: 64 Basin Road, Grove, Tasmania 7109 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 3 6264 0200

Mobile: +61 407 354 205

Fax: +61 3 6264 0250


Website: www.hansenorchards.com.au

Incat

OverviewIncat, by deadweight, has built 60 percent of the world’s high speed ferries with capacity over 750 tonnes.

Sitting at the cutting edge of environmentally friendly craft, Incat provides optimal lightweight ship solutions for ferry operators, special service providers and militaries.

From fast, flexible and efficient vehicle-passenger ferries to high-speed military support vessels, crew ships and dynamic platforms, Incat sets the global benchmark in aluminium ship technology.

Incat’s shipyard is on Prince of Wales Bay near Hobart, Tasmania, Australia. The facility incorporates more than 70,000 square metres of undercover production halls, with two dry-dock areas capable of accommodating up to six vessels under construction.

A reputation for quality and excellence in production is supported by an experienced and dedicated workforce.

With four building halls, extensive wharf facilities, a slipway and two dry-dock areas, Incat boasts innovative production facilities to construct, launch and deliver small craft through to larger ships of 150 metres length and of panamax beam.

With Incat vessels proven in regular service, we have achieved an excellent reputation for safety, speed, reliability, efficiency and ride.

These factors, and importantly passenger comfort, are paramount to us in designing and constructing the world’s best fast ships.

Applications are diverse; whether commuter ferries, large passenger and freight ships, military and coastguard craft, or workboats for the offshore industry; whether it’s for calm waters or heavy seas, the Incat product offers optimum transport solutions.

The advantage of lightweight construction can be a bonus whether it is for high speed or with lower installed power and lower speed for an economical fuel saving operation.

Talk to our team about what Incat can offer for your transport service.

Incat takes ownership of your specific needs, ensuring on-time delivery of the right ship for the right job.

Contact informationMs Kim Clifford

Address: 18 Bender Drive, Derwent Park, Tasmania 7009 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 3 6271 1333


Website: www.incat.com.au

Independent Schools Tasmania

OverviewIndependent Schools Tasmania (IST) represents and supports 32 independent schools throughout Tasmania.

Independent schools are a significant, large and growing component of the Australian schooling system. They have a reputation as providers of quality education and are recognised for their leadership and innovation in school education.

Independent schools demonstrate best practice, providing excellent outcomes for students and choice for families.

Survey research shows that the main driver of school choice is the desire of parents to match the school with the individual needs of the child and the values of the family.

Other reasons parents choose an independent school for their children include academic outcomes, particularly at Year 12, quality teaching, a supportive caring environment, the physical environment and facilities, the content of the curriculum, quality leadership and extra-curricular opportunities.

The independent school sector has considerable involvement in providing education opportunities for overseas students, mainly at the secondary level. More than 6 300 overseas students attended independent schools in Australia in 2015.

While the majority of Tasmania’s independent schools engage in partnerships with schools in other countries for student exchange and global collaboration, six independent schools in the cities of Hobart and Launceston attract overseas students as boarders in their secondary school cohorts.

The Tasmanian independent schools offer a number of advantages for overseas students in comparison to similar schools in Australian mainland cities, while providing the same quality education:

• Significantly lower tuition fees.

• Less disruption to study with smaller and safer city environments.

• Improved English language proficiency through smaller enrolments of overseas students.

• Diverse home countries encouraging multi-cultural student engagement.

• Easy access to world heritage areas and outdoor activities.

• Close links and pathways with the University of Tasmania.

Contact informationTony Crehan

Executive Director IST

Address: PO Box 616, Sandy Bay, Tasmania 7006 AUSTRALIA

Phone: + 61 3 6224 0125

Fax: + 61 3 6224 0174


Website: www.ist.tas.edu.au

Lark Distillery

OverviewLark Distillery was established in 1992 and was the original single malt whisky distillery in Australia.

Our founder rallied to have the laws changed to allow boutique distilleries to operate. Since then over 20 new distilleries have opened in Tasmania alone.

Bill Lark realised that everything you need for a world class whisky was in Tasmania – rich fields of barley, an abundance of wonderfully pure soft water, highland peat bogs and the perfect climate bring all the ingredients together in a marriage of science, art and passion.

Today Lark Distillery is one of Australia’s leading distilleries, producing high quality premium spirits using traditional time honoured spirits.

Lark Distillery now also owns the prestigious Overeem Whisky Distillery, a small boutique distillery which focuses only on single cask releases along with Forty Spotted Rare Tasmanian Gin.

Contact informationToni Kibbey

Address: 14 Davey Street, Hobart, Tasmania 7000 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 3 6231 9088


Website: www.larkdistillery.com.au

Launceston Church Grammar School

OverviewLaunceston Church Grammar School is a co-educational Anglican school with boarding facilities from pre-kindergarten to Grade 12. It was founded in 1846 and is one of Australia’s oldest continually operating schools. We are proud to rank in the top 10 of all Australian schools, based on the number of alumni who have received a top Order of Australia honour.

Launceston Grammar has long welcomed international students. Our international student graduates have successfully entered key universities across Australia as well as in Tasmania. They have been very well represented in the Launceston Grammar list of academic achievement. A number of our students have finished in the top 100 in the state.

Launceston Grammar has a world-class boarding facility, with structures designed to support international students.

This includes:

• Separate residences for boys and girls.

• A senior tutor responsible for the daily operation of each residence.

• Outside of formal class time, all boarders are supervised by tutorial staff.

• Structured daily program for time outside the classroom, to provide a balance of study, recreation and sleep.

• A Health Centre that coordinates medical, physiotherapy, optical, pathologist and dental appointments.

Launceston Grammar is dedicated to assisting all international students with all matters relating to their welfare and progress. Our International Students’ Coordinator oversees the academic programme and liaises closely with Boarding House, pastoral and academic staff. The Coordinator counsels and assists students in practical and pastoral matters and helps prepare international students for all aspects of our broad school programme.

Launceston Grammar offers the following additional support services:

• Pastoral Care Programme – for intellectual, emotional and social development.

• Chapel –weekly Chapel Service as part of the school’s programme.

• Careers education and counselling – develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes that enable our students to become independent and informed decision makers about future opportunities for tertiary study and employment.

• Co-curricular activities – to extend, challenge and expand their experiences to develop existing skills and find new passions, whilst also increases a student’s sense of belonging, friendship group and level of engagement.

Launceston Grammar School has a long and proud heritage and an outstanding academic record. Our present students look to the future as the time when they will be leaders in the global community.

Key factsWe see the bigger picture

• Our students are informed and involved participants in the global community.

• We nurture and encourage the academic, spiritual, physical and social dimensions of students.

• Our students develop into confident, creative, responsible and sensitive people, their academic future is assured and their ongoing contribution to the community will be significant.

We challenge tomorrow’s thinkers

• We have a distinguished reputation for providing outstanding education.

• We provide a learning experience that draws on each student’s innate qualities, and their capacity for hard work.

• We provide a comprehensive and contemporary range of academic subjects, designed to capture a student’s curiosity and instil a life-long enjoyment of learning.

We embrace the world

• We encourage a global perspective by inviting international students to study and share their knowledge and experience.

• We teach international understanding through the academic studies of citizenship, geography, history and the study of languages other than English.

• Launceston Grammar’s success with the education of international students is such that family and friends of past international students make direct enquiries for enrolment for their children.

Contact informationStephen Norris

Headmaster of Launceston Church Grammar School

Address: 36 Button Street, Mowbray, Tasmania 7248 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 3 6336 6000

Fax: +61 3 6336 5982


Website: www.lcgs.tas.edu.au

Pennicott Wilderness Journeys

OverviewRobert Pennicott and his team of passionate local guides have been sharing Tasmania with travellers since 1999. Over its 17 year history, the company has won multiple awards including 12 Australian Tourism Awards and 25 Tasmanian Tourism Awards.

Pennicott Wilderness Journeys operates six incredible wilderness experiences:

• Bruny Island Cruises,

• Tasman Island Cruises,

• Bruny Island Traveller,

• Iron Pot Cruises,

• Tasmanian Seafood Seduction, and

• Three Capes Track.

Bruny Island and Tasman Island Cruises showcase the spectacular coastal scenery and wildlife of Bruny Island and the Tasman Peninsula.

Bruny Island Traveller is a land-based gourmet food tour of Bruny Island departing from Hobart. Iron Pot Cruises is a half day tour exploring Hobart’s waterways and maritime history.

Tasmanian Seafood Seduction is a full day cruise gathering and tasting Tasmanian’s freshest seafood. The sixth experience is the exciting new Three Capes Track. Pennicott Wilderness Journeys is working in partnership with the Tasmanian Parks and Wildlife Service to deliver walkers to “one of the world’s hottest new experiences” as named by Lonely Planet.

Pennicott Wilderness Journeys is genuinely dedicated to operating sustainably, in harmony with the environment and local community.

In 2011, Robert circumnavigated Australia in a 5.4 metre inflatable dinghy, raising $300 000 for conservation and to assist Rotary’s efforts to eradicate polio from the world.

The company also donates directly to a range of conservation, humanitarian and community projects. The Pennicott Foundation has been established as the flagship for these important philanthropic activities.

To date $160 000 has been contributed towards coastal conservation projects undertaken by the Tasmanian Parks and Wildlife Service.

The business is 100 per cent carbon offset and an Advanced ECO Tourism Certified Operator. It is assessed annually by EarthCheck and exceeds world’s best practice standards for efficient fuel, energy and water use.

Key facts• Winner of 12 Australian Tourism Awards.

• Family owned and operated.

• Full day and half day eco tours of southern Tasmania.

Contact informationOlivia Grimsdale

Sales and Marketing Manager

Address: Dock Head Building, Franklin Wharf, Hobart, Tasmania 7000 AUSTRALIA

Phone: + 61 3 6234 4270


Website: www.pennicottjourneys.com.au

The Pentagon Group

OverviewPentagon Group is an Australian boutique investment and project management firm that specialises in residential real estate, hotel management, and retail services including whole operations management. We have been actively involved in the Australian real estate market for nearly 10 years. Our stakeholders have a combined annual turnover of more than AUD$30 million. We have a solid team of business associates, many of them professionals whom are known experts within their respective areas.

Through the years, The Pentagon Group’s reputation as one of the trustworthy investment portfolio management firm has grown in Australia and abroad.

In 2012, Pentagon Directors Pratik Sarasavadiya and Vijan Patel established our Tasmanian subsidiary, FKS Investment Vic Pty Ltd (FKS). We have cultivated strong relationships with key players across the industry, and we continue to strive for success. We strongly believe these mutually beneficial relationships enable us to advance the causes of our clients, employees, executives and stakeholders.

FKS has undertaken a number of collaborative business ventures across Tasmania. Our key projects include leading supermarket, IGA Ravenswood, and the renovation and management of Quest Launceston Serviced Apartments. Quest offers accommodation in a magnificently restored heritage building located in the heart of Launceston, Tasmania’s northern capital. It is close to the restaurant precinct, city mall and only minutes from the renowned Cataract Gorge and River Cruise Terminal.

Man on the move. The man in retail operations, Pratik Sarasavadiya is a manager with vision. Pratik’s smart watch on market movement has helped fortify the group’s future and maximise growth.

Pratik was originally from India and is now a proud resident of Tasmania, which he believes offers great potential for business opportunities.

Vision with action. Vijan Patel is known as the man who can crack any deal in retail and property development projects, which operate in Tasmania. His strong commitment and persuasion has helped the company reach great heights in the world of properties.

We will be with you from start to finish at each step of the process.

Key factsWe provide the following through our associates.

• Project plan and strategy.

• Financial assessment and financing your investment.

• Property purchase.

• Project management.

• Ongoing advice and portfolio growth.

Contact informationPratik Sarasavadiya

Director, Pentagon Group; Franchise Owner, Quest Launceston Serviced Apartments

Address: 16 Paterson Street, Launceston, Tasmania 7250 AUSTRALIA

Mobile: +61 425 401 843


Vijan Patel

Managing Director, Pentagon Group; Franchise Owner, Quest Launceston Serviced Apartments

Address: 16 Paterson Street, Launceston, Tasmania 7250 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 3 6333 3555

Mobile: +61 433 844 245

Fax: +61 3 6333 0566

Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

Website: www.pentagongroup.com.au

Reid Fruits

OverviewReid Fruits is a premium fresh cherry producer focused on producing premium cherries for global cherry connoisseurs. Celebrating our 160 year anniversary in 2016, Reid Fruits has undergone significant growth since 2000 when the company moved location to the pristine Derwent Valley in southern Tasmania.

Now growing over 1 200 tonnes of premium fresh cherries annually Reid Fruits exports cherries from mid-December through to late January.

Reid Fruits specialises in high value packaging suitable for festivals and gift giving and the ‘Gold Kangaroo’ range of premium packaging is known across Asia as the premier southern hemisphere cherry brand.

Reid Fruits is currently developing a new orchard in the southern midlands of Tasmania at an elevation of 450 metres which will enable cherries to be grown into mid-February and the ability to harvest the last cherries for the southern hemisphere season.

The company has recently installed modern packing and grading equipment which electronically sorts cherries based on colour, size, firmness and blemish.

Reid Fruits is dedicated to developing export markets and working with importers for long term strategic relationships.

With a passion to please the end consumer Reid Fruits is focused on producing and packing premium quality fresh cherries.

Key facts• Winner of the Tasmanian Exporter of the Year 2014

and 2015.

• Finalist 2016 Produce Marketing Association Marketer of the Year Australia and New Zealand.

• Exports 77 per cent of total crop to over 20 different countries around the globe.

• One of the largest Australian cherry exporters by volume and value.

• Increased exports by over 150 per cent from 2014 volumes.

• Production is expected to double from 1 000 tonnes in 2015 to 2 000 tonnes by 2020.

Contact informationLucy Gregg

Marketing and Business Development Manager, Reid Fruits

Address: 810 Glenora Road, Plenty, Tasmania 7140 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 408 977 725


Website: www.reidfruits.com

Royal Gurkhas Institute of Technology (RGIT) Australia

OverviewEducation, training and employment for international students.

Caring for our International students, RGIT Australia is the answer to vocational education in Australia. With a founding principle of delivering excellence in training, RGIT is proud to offer a learning environment that pays particular attention to student welfare and fosters equal opportunity education.

RGIT’s experienced trainers deliver a wide range of certificate, diploma and advanced diploma courses for international and domestic students, with pathways to university and exciting employment opportunities.

With over 1 200 students from more than 35 different countries, RGIT Australia’s campuses in both Melbourne and Hobart provide a vibrant cultural experience.

Conveniently located in Hobart’s CBD, international students in Tasmania can enjoy a quality lifestyle while learning and living in a safe place with fresh air, pure water, beautiful scenery, abundant wildlife, nature-based activities and a thriving cultural scene.

The Hobart campus boasts state-of-the-art facilities and dedicated trainers who are experts in their field and passionate about their subjects. Trainers work closely with industry to keep abreast of all the latest trends in order to deliver inside knowledge that gives students an edge.

RGIT’s Mission is: ‘to deliver qualifications and vocational training that enable individuals to develop authentic skills, knowledge and competencies required to enhance their employability and career opportunities.’

International students can select from the following courses:

• Commercial cookery

• Patisserie

• Hospitality operations

• Information, digital media and technology

• IT networking

• Software development

• Business

• Leadership and management

• English Programs (ELICOS)

To download the International Student Prospectus, please visit www.rgithobart.edu.au

Choose your future. Choose RGIT!

Key facts• Nationally recognised qualifications.

• Flexible learning.

• Special promotional fees.

• Pathways to university.

• Employment opportunities.

Contact informationJohnpaul Palissery

Address: 162 Macquarie Street, Hobart, Tasmania 7000 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 3 6217 9000

Mobile: +61 420 794 982


Website: www.rgithobart.edu.au

SmartCity Vocational College

OverviewSmartCity Vocational College offers Australian accredited and internationally recognised Diplomas in Business and Leadership and Management.

SmartCity helps break down barriers so students can get to where they want to be and makes it easy for people to get their education in their world and on their terms.

It is the goal of SmartCity for students to feel confident that they’re getting the best guidance. Part of that guidance is giving students opportunities to discover effective ways to fast-track their career and achieve their dreams.

SmartCity is with people every step of the way as they uncover the skills and qualifications they need to take their life to another level.

SmartCity has helped thousands of people across Australia improve their education and their hopes for their future.

A Diploma of Business with SmartCity will help students build their future on their terms.

Whether they’re ready to climb the corporate ladder or strike out on their own, a Diploma of Business with SmartCity can help students discover a plan for success and identify the right opportunities for them.

A Diploma of Leadership and Management help students use initiative and judgement in planning, organising, implementing and monitoring their work and the workload of others.

SmartCity will help them build upon their communication skills to support individuals and teams to meet organisational or enterprise requirements

Key points:• Set goals and plan professional development.

• Learn how to identify and evaluate marketing opportunities.

• Discover how to ensure customer service.

• Master projects from planning to completion.

• Understand risk assessment practices.

• Plan, design, apply and evaluate solutions to unpredictable problems.

• Identify, analyse and synthesise from a variety of sources.

Contact informationRichard Thomas

Director International Studies

Address: Level 1, 242 Liverpool Street, Hobart, Tasmania 7000 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 3 6231 5521


Website: www.smartcitycollege.edu.au

St Michael’s Collegiate

OverviewDelivering a world class education in a unique corner of the globe.

St Michael’s Collegiate is an Anglican day and boarding school set in the picturesque capital city of Hobart. As a specialist in girls’ education, Collegiate offers an outstanding education for girls from the early learning years through to Year 12.

The school’s well-deserved reputation for academic excellence stems from its remarkable teaching and learning framework that develops natural curiosity and challenges girls to be forward thinkers and problem solvers.

Graduates from Collegiate are accepted into universities around Australia and across the globe. In 2015, two of the three perfect Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) scores of 99.95 achieved in Tasmania were attained by Collegiate students.

Collegiate offers a multifaceted curriculum providing unique learning opportunities to help each student build the skills and knowledge required to flourish and to be set for life. The school aims to empower each individual student to find her own niche and girls are supported to explore their passions and talents.

Collegiate is known for its unique blend of artistic, sporting, and outdoor educational experiences that are combined to develop self-belief, courage, leadership and resilience.

Collegiate’s boarding house offers a warm family-like environment for up to 45 students. International boarders are welcome to study at Collegiate from Year 7.

Currently the boarding house is home to girls from across Tasmania and other states of Australia, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, Spain and South Africa.

Collegiate boarders enjoy contemporary facilities including access to the heated indoor swimming pool, gymnasium, Performing Arts Centre, music and dance studios, student centre and library.

Collegiate provides exceptional support for international students through our Head of English as an Additional Language (EAL) and Coordinator of International Students, Mrs Leah Rosebrock, the 2015 Study Tasmania International Education Shine Awards Teacher of the Year.

Collegiate is proud to be a member of the Council of International Schools (CIS), demonstrating its commitment to upholding the highest possible standards in international education.

Key facts• Exceptional learning opportunities for girls.

• Outstanding academic results.

• 125 year history of excellence.

• Strong relationship with the University of Tasmania.

Contact informationMrs Amanda Mackinnon

Head of Marketing and Communications

Address: PO Box 215, Sandy Bay, Tasmania 7006 AUSTRALIA

Phone: + 61 3 6211 4911

Mobile + 61 427 076 802

Fax: + 61 3 62114955


Website: www.collegiate.tas.edu.au

Tas-Saff

OverviewTrading as Tas-Saff, Tasmanian Saffron Pty Ltd, founded in 1990, is the first and only commercial network of saffron growers in Australia.

Tas-Saff are the pioneers of saffron growing in Australia and were the first to acclimatise saffron corms to the southern hemisphere climatic conditions.

Today, multi-award winning Tas-Saff premium grade saffron is available through wholesalers, retailers, restaurants and specialist fine food purveyors throughout Australia.

Our network of Australian saffron growers are passionate and dedicated to producing the best quality of saffron available in the world today.

Tas-Saff saffron is guaranteed pure and unadulterated, sustainably cultivated and processed for optimum quality.

The saffron we produce is in compliance with our HACCP programme and undergoes testing for residual or microbial contamination annually ensuring the cleanest possible saffron.

Tas-Saff saffron is grown in one of the World’s proven cleanest environments.

Our saffron is produced without the use of chemicals and uses only organically certified fertilisers and bio-inoculants.

Approximately 220 000 flowers are hand-picked and processed to produce one kilogram of saffron. The correct amount of moisture is extracted during the dehydration process ensuring a moisture content of less than 12 per cent.

Tas-Saff saffron is free of any part of the flower besides the stigma and necessary part of the connecting pistil so as to keep the stigma whole. 100mg of Tas-Saff saffron is sufficient to colour, flavour and add aroma to a dish serving four to six people.

ISO 3632-2 testing carried out by the University of Tasmania has shown all Tas-Saff growers not only meet but far exceed all the requirements for an Extra Category One quality rating.

Unlike bulk saffron producers, we are able to pick and process the saffron flowers on the day of their emergence ensuring we meet the very best in quality standards.

For the best presentation and storage, Tas-Saff saffron is sold in re-useable glass bottles or jars with high quality tamper proof packaging.

Tas-Saff has received endorsements from many chefs including British 3 star Michelin chef, Clare Smyth.

Key facts

Products:

• One gram jar of Tas-Saff Australian saffron threads $AU45.00 each.

• One gram jar of Tas-Saff Australian saffron threads in handmade Tasmanian oak box $AU85.00 each.

• 100mg bottle of Tas-Saff Australian saffron threads $AU7.95 each.

Current capacity:

• 10 000 one gram jars of Tas-Saff Australian saffron threads.

• 50 000 100mg bottles of Tas-Saff Australian saffron threads.

• 1 000 handmade Tasmanian Oak boxes.

• Production is expected to grow ten-fold within the next five years.

Export:

• Currently exporting to Hong Kong.

• Previous exports to India, Singapore and US.

• Tas-Saff wishes to increase exports to India, Hong Kong, Singapore, China, Malaysia and Saudi Arabia.

Contact informationMs Nicky Noonan

Director

Address: 155 Dillons Hill Road, Glaziers Bay, Tasmania 7109 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 3 6295 1921

Fax: +61 3 6295 1102

Mobile: +61 3 407 824 324


Website: www.tas-saff.com.au

Tasmanian Whisky Producers Association

OverviewTasmanian whisky has gained a recent global reputation as producing some of the best whiskies in the world. Tasmania is an island, it is Australia’s southern-most region, and it is renowned for clean water, natural beauty and the quality and diversity of its local food and beverages.

The Tasmanian whisky industry is relatively new, with the first legal modern-day distillery established in 1992 by Bill Lark. Today, the industry consists of more than 20 distilleries - 12 of these are producing high-quality Tasmanian whisky, and more producing products such as gin and vodka infused with elements of the local region.

Tasmanian whisky is recognised globally as a high-value, premium product. Production levels are considered quite low in comparison to other prestige markets. The Tasmanian industry produced in order of $AUD20 million of whisky in 2015 with most product sold domestically and small volumes exported by some producers (Lark Distillery, Hellyer’s Road Distillery, Sullivans Cove and Nant Distillery) to select international markets.

In the next three to five years, the Tasmanian whisky industry will grow. A number of the region’s distilleries have plans to treble production and the businesses understand the opportunity available within international markets. Tourism experiences of Tasmanian distilleries continues to expand and the industry has responded by creating opportunities for international visitors to meet distillers, visit distilleries, hear the story, learn the craft and to taste and purchase product as part of the experience.

Most of the bigger distilleries offer tours and tastings of their product. Visitors to Tasmania can take part in events such as Tasmanian Whisky Tours offering intimate in-distillery tours and experiences, and the Tasmanian Whisky Academy offers an Introduction to Distilling course for people wanting to learn the art of Tasmania’s hand-crafted whisky.

Tasmanian whiskies continue to be recognised on the world stage. In 2015, Sullivans Cove Distillery was recognised by the World Whisky Awards as the best craft distiller in the world, Nant Distillery received gold and silver for its single malt at the World Spirit Awards, Lark was named Best Australian Distiller and in 2016 Shene Estate claimed gold at the International Whisky Awards in Chicago and Redlands Distillery gained silver. Tasmanian whiskies are traditionally produced in a single-malt style, although there is artisanal variation and choice.

The industry’s economic value includes its contribution to employment, and the downstream benefits to tourism, suppliers and those that service the industry. Its export value is yet to be fully explored but includes limited export to markets such as China, India, the United States and Europe.

Tasmania’s premium whisky products are typically available in 500ml (and some 700ml) bottles and retail on average for around $AUD165/bottle, with some products available more cheaply, and rare releases between $AUD400-1 000 per bottle.

The whisky industry in Tasmania has reached a level of market maturity that indicates that it is ready for growth. Tasmania’s whisky producers invite you to visit Tasmania for a rich, personal and valuable experience of the Tasmanian distilling industry.

Key contactsTasmanian Whisky Producers Association – www.twpa.org.au

Tasmanian Whisky Trail – www.taswhiskytrail.com

Drink Tasmania – www.drinktasmania.com.au

Tasmanian Whisky Academy – www.whiskyacademy.com.au

Key facts• Tasmania produces high-quality, award-winning bespoke

whiskies that are recognised globally.

• The estimated production value of the industry was $AUD20 million in 2015.

• Production levels are currently quite low, but planned growth in the next three to five years by a number of key Tasmanian whisky distillers may create opportunity.

• Current whisky export includes limited quantities to select markets by distillers including Lark Distillery, Hellyer’s Road Distillery, Sullivans Cove and Nant Distillery.

• Other distilled products available from Tasmania include fine quality gin, vodka and fortified spirits.

• Within India, Hellyer’s Road whisky is available through Vault Fine Spirits.

• The Tasmanian whisky industry invites visitors to take advantage of intimate tourism experiences available.

Contact informationRobbie Gilligan

President, Tasmanian Whisky Producers Association

Address: PO Box 500, North Hobart, Tasmania 7002 AUSTRALIA

Phone: + 61 448 090 094


Website: www.twpa.org.au

TasTAFE

OverviewTasTAFE is the public provider of vocational education and training (VET) in Tasmania and the largest registered training organisation in the state. TasTAFE is proud to deliver more than 370 nationally accredited and industry-endorsed qualifications from Certificate I to Advanced Diploma level, to short courses and vocational education programs at 13 campus locations across Tasmania.

Being government owned brings many benefits to our students such as modern campus educational infrastructure, qualified and registered teachers and contemporary training facilities. To be registered by the Tasmanian Teachers Registration Board, TasTAFE teachers have to meet higher standards than trainers and assessors in other registered training organisations. Our teachers are well-qualified and are experts in their teaching discipline, so that students who study at TasTAFE learn the skills they need from people who have the industry experience.

Our range of qualifications and short courses are developed together with our industry partners and are designed to meet current and future industry needs. After completing a TasTAFE qualification or skillset our students leave with skills that are currently in demand within their chosen field of study. As a prospective employee, these practical, hands-on skills can provide a job-seeking advantage in the search for a fulfilling career or as a pathway to further study.

TasTAFE’s courses focus on applied learning that includes hands-on, practical activities such as building or developing products and services, working in simulated work environments, undertaking work placements in industry and taking on real projects within the community.

In addition to delivering our educational programs across Tasmania, we also offer online and flexible delivery including workplace, self-paced and evening classes. TasTAFE also delivers its programs interstate and internationally.

Key facts• TasTAFE delivers training to over 28 000 students each year

and is well placed to provide economic and social benefits through the provision of accredited, vocationally-based qualifications and skills sets.

• TasTAFE students include people already engaged in the workforce, those preparing to enter the workforce, and employers to assist them in meeting their workforce and development needs.

• TasTAFE is Tasmania’s largest provider of training for apprentices and trainees and has built strong relationships with a diverse range of industry clients.

• TasTAFE also offers commercial training to businesses and industry nationally and internationally in countries including China, Kuwait and the Philippines.

Contact informationLori Hocking

Executive Manager Education Services

Address: c/- GPO Box 2015, Hobart, Tasmania 7001 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 3 6165 6596

Mobile: +61 413 001 334


Website: www.tastafe.tas.edu.au

The Friends’ School

OverviewLeading-edge school on the quiet rim of the world.

Our school

For almost 130 years, The Friends’ School has recognised the importance of our students holding a strong global perspective and we see great value in welcoming students from different cultures.

As a Quaker school our fundamental values are based on the intrinsic worth of each person, the recognition of ‘that of God’ in everyone, the desirability of simplicity, and the need to establish peace and justice.

Students enrolled in Years 11 and 12 at Friends’ have the option of completing either the Tasmanian Certificate of Education or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma.

The Friends’ School consistently obtains outstanding results, in 2015:

• 11 per cent achieved Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) scores placing them in the top one per cent throughout Australia.

• 37 per cent received an ATAR of 95 and above, placing them in the top five per cent throughout Australia.

• 59 per cent achieved an ATAR of 90 and above, placing them in the top 10 per cent throughout Australia.

• 17 Friends’ School students were in the top 100 Tasmanian students.

• The Friends’ School IB average result was 35.41 compared to the world average of 30.98.

As a learning community we are concerned for the academic, cultural, physical, social, spiritual and emotional development of each person in our care.

Our pastoral care system is very strong, as we recognise that students must have a balanced approach to life to achieve good academic outcomes.

We have over 1 300 students across three campuses and are registered to accept international students from Years 4 to 12.

We enrol students from many different countries, which ensures our international students can maximise their opportunities to be fully immersed in our community and improve their English.

We are based in Hobart, Tasmania, which has a worldwide reputation as a clean, safe and beautiful capital city, making it the perfect study destination.

Key facts• International Baccalaureate Diploma or Tasmanian

Certificate of Education.

• Boarding and Day School.

• Three per cent of the student cohort are international students

• Co-educational 1 300 students in whole school.

• 59 per cent of our Year 12 students achieved an ATAR of 90 or above, placing them in the top 10 per cent throughout Australia.

Contact informationJennifer Scharkie

Address: 23 Commercial Road North Hobart, Tasmania 7000 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 3 6210 2224

Fax: +61 3 6210 8209


Website: www.friends.tas.edu.au

The Hutchins School

OverviewBuilding good men.

The Hutchins School is an Anglican day and boarding school for boys from pre- kindergarten (three years of age) to Year 12. Hutchins has a commitment to high quality education and provides a supportive learning community that works together to build character in boys. Hutchins is focused on international mindedness, and providing students with the knowledge, skills and abilities to pursue their lives as global citizens.

The Hutchins School is one of Australia’s oldest and most prestigious schools. Hutchins was founded in 1846. Proud of its heritage, Hutchins has a tradition of producing good men distinguished in all fields of endeavour, from academia, politics, and law, through to sport and the arts.

Our main campus is located just five kilometres from Hobart’s city centre. The Hutchins School has modern classrooms, state-of-the-art science and computer laboratories, three libraries, high-speed broadband connection, a Performing Arts Centre, a chapel and extensive sporting facilities.

In 2012 the school’s boarding facility, ‘Burbury House’, underwent a full refit and refurbishment to world-class standards. Students enjoy spacious, attractively furnished rooms and bathrooms and welcoming leisure areas, including a theatre room and games room, kitchenette and music rooms. Boarders are very fortunate to enjoy a genuine family atmosphere in the House.

Hutchins has a reputation for excellence and an outstanding academic record including 23 Rhodes Scholars. Our students consistently rank in the highest academic achievers both in Tasmania and nationally. Hutchins is an accredited member of the Council of International Schools (CIS) and a founding member of the International Boys’ Schools Coalition (IBSC).

We invite you to come and explore the opportunities we provide for boys to become their best.

Key facts• One of Australia’s oldest and most prestigious schools.

• Distinguished alumni including 23 Rhodes Scholars.

• World-class boarding facility.

• International partners include the Doon School and Mayo College.

Contact informationMr Warwick Dean

Headmaster

Address: 71 Nelson Rd, Sandy Bay,

Tasmania 7005 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 3 6221 4200

Fax: +61 3 6225 4018


Website: www.hutchins.tas.edu.au/

University of Tasmania

OverviewThe University of Tasmania is one of Australia’s oldest and most respected universities, with world-leading expertise in many fields of study.

At the University of Tasmania students can choose from hundreds of course work and research degrees in disciplines ranging from more traditional areas like medicine, law, engineering, arts and business through to niche programs like maritime engineering, maritime and logistics management, agriculture and food science, environmental management, economic geology, and marine and Antarctic studies.

We also just happen to be located in one of the most stunning and fun parts of the world.

Founded in 1890, we’re Australia’s fourth oldest university. And we’ve put those years’ of experience to good use. We’re Australia’s premier university for teaching and research excellence having received more teaching awards than any other Australian university.

We’re also located in the only state in Australia to have made Lonely Planet’s Top 10 must visit destinations. What’s more, Tasmania is not only one of the most affordable places to live in Australia, our campuses are based in some of the nation’s safest, friendliest and most fun cities.

Through our international scholarship program we’ve been making our world class education more accessible to students from around the world. The Tasmanian International Scholarship (TIS) provides commencing international students with a 25 per cent reduction in registered tuition fees for the duration of your course (students must maintain an acceptable academic performance).

So if you want a study experience that is different from any other, or a research environment that is encouraging, collaborative and full of possibilities, think the University of Tasmania.

We are open to talent.

Key factsThere are a number of great reasons why our students and researchers choose to study and work at the University of Tasmania including:

• Ranked in the top 2 per cent of research universities worldwide (Academic Ranking of World Universities 2015)

- Top 300 in 2015 Times Higher Education (THE) rankings.

- 305 in 2015 Academic Ranking of World University (ARWU) rankings.

- 379 in 2015 QS rankings.

• A safe, affordable, regional study destination.

• Affordable fees and generous scholarships for international students, including the Tasmanian International Scholarship (TIS) Scheme – Australia’s best international scholarship program.

• Accessible lecturers and small class sizes.

• Internships and comprehensive career development and employment services.

• Excellence in learning and teaching. The University of Tasmania is Australia’s premier university for teaching excellence, receiving more teaching awards than any other university since 2012.

Contact informationMr Vignesh Vijay

Country Manager – India

Address: Private Bag 38, Hobart, Tasmania 7001 AUSTRALIA

Phone: +91 99 62 170 785 (India)


Website: www.utas.edu.au

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