About Boards and Committees

The Government owns, on behalf of the Tasmanian community, a diverse portfolio of businesses, ranging in size and operating in a variety of sectors. These include government business enterprises and state-owned companies. Additionally, there are statutory authorities, advisory boards and regulatory bodies.

Building Tasmania has responsibilities in relation to its portfolio boards and committees.

Members of government boards and committees are selected and appointed on the basis of their skills and experience, relevant legislative requirements, and the needs of the particular business/body.

The appointment process is competency based, professional and transparent. In some cases, legislation determines the minister seeks nominees from organisations.

Principles for appointment of members

It is important that the selection and appointment process is consistent with the following principles, as stated in the Guidelines for Tasmanian Government Businesses