EDITORIAL
Premier and Minister for Tourism and Hospitality Jeremy Rockliff
It is a credit to each and every one of you that Tasmania’s hospitality industry continues to go from strength to strength. Our industry is one of the key pillars of Tasmania’s economy, supporting thousands of jobs across the State.
techniques, to the popular Apple Shed and the Mid Winter Fest, the Smith family has continued to innovate and contribute to our industry and visitor economy for decades. As a farmer, I know the dedication it takes to work the land and the Smith family is a brilliant example of Tasmania’s quiet pursuit of the extraordinary.
It is also a critical part of our regional economies.
I thank Andrew and his family for their ongoing commitment to the Huon and to Tasmania’s economy.
The quality and innovation of the industry is on display every day, and it was celebrated at this year’s THA Awards for Excellence. It was fantastic to see a record number of nominations for the 2023 awards, and this again reaffirms the outstanding businesses we have in this industry. I congratulate the nominees, the winners and the Tasmanian Hospitality Association for such a successful night celebrating the best of the best. I would like to acknowledge Willie Smiths founder Andrew Smith, who took out the Premier’s Award for Contribution to the Community. A fourth-generation orchardist, Mr Smith has made an outstanding contribution to the tourism and hospitality industry.
This year’s awards highlighted so many businesses doing extraordinary things across our State, and I wish I could mention them all. contribution of your businesses plays an incredibly important role in building Brand Tasmania, in providing our visitors with unique experiences, supporting local jobs and contributing to our economy. The The Tasmanian Liberal Government is delivering on its long-term plan to sustainably grow the tourism and hospitality industry, with the recently released 2030 Visitor Economy Strategy outlining a bold and ambitious plan for the State.
I again wish to congratulate all the 2023 THA Awards for Excellence winners.
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