This section of the website provides information for new and existing businesses, investors, entrepreneurs and developers wishing to operate in the City of Hobart. It provides the latest economic information, statistics and business news to assist with making informed decisions.
Located in southern Tasmania, the City of Hobart is the State’s Capital and provides a wide range of experiences and opportunities for business in the areas of:
Hobart is the business and commercial centre of Tasmania and the seat of State Government. While Hobart’s economy is diverse, it is clearly oriented towards the service industries that support public administration.
On any given day, the City may host up to 49,600 residents, 44,700 workers, 33,000 students and a large number of shoppers and tourists.
While the Council recognises that there are a number of key industry sectors that make Hobart “tick”, we are clearly focused on the City’s competitive advantages and economic strengths. As such, the Council’s Economic Development Strategy is based on the areas where Council can add value and make the most difference. The focus is on four priority areas:
