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Tasmanian Survey of Business Expectations 2026 Q1
The Tasmanian Survey of Business Expectations seeks feedback from Tasmanian businesses.
Individual responses are strictly confidential.
1.
Name
2.
Email address and/or phone number
*
3.
Postcode of your primary business location (please list all postcodes if your business operates in multiple locations or type state-wide if you operate across all of Tasmania):
(Required.)
*
4.
How many employees does your business employ?
(Required.)
0 (non employing)
1-4
5-19
20-49
50-99
100 +
*
5.
Which of the following best describes you?
(Required.)
I own or operate a business
I represent a Tasmanian industry body
*
6.
In which industry sector is your business primarily involved?
(Required.)
Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing
Mining
Manufacturing
Electricity, Gas, Water and Waste Services
Construction
Wholesale Trade
Retail Trade
Accommodation and Food Services
Transport, Postal and Warehousing
Information Media and Telecommunications
Financial and Insurance Services
Rental, Hiring and Real Estate Services
Professional, Scientific and Technical Services
Administrative and Support Services
Public Administration and Safety
Education and Training
Health Care and Social Assistance
Arts and Recreation Services (includes Tourism)
Other Services
Unsure? Please provide your main business activity
Economy and advocacy
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7.
What are your expectations for the performance of the following economies over the next twelve (12) months in comparison with the last twelve (12) months?
(Required.)
Stronger
Same
Weaker
Australian economy
Stronger
Same
Weaker
Tasmanian economy
Stronger
Same
Weaker
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8.
What are the top issues affecting your business right now?
(Required.)
Labour/skills shortage
Power prices
Cost of fuel
State government taxation e.g. payroll tax
Australian government taxation
Interest rates
Red tape
Cost of living
Cost of doing business
Insurance premium increases
Transport/freight
IT/communications
Health
Education
Workers compensation
Housing
Other (please specify)