Events and exhibitions

Principles

Government attendance at events and exhibits provides an opportunity to reach a large number of Tasmanians and gives the public an alternative way to access government information and speak with staff face to face.

Policy requirements

In planning and delivering an exhibit or event, agencies must:

advise their agency communications unit of the proposed activity as early as possible
ensure attendance at the events is based on sound business principles and is a cost-effective method of communicating and disseminating information
ensure adequate planning and preparation is applied to deliver a professional government image with high-quality display materials in terms of format and presentation
ensure government materials, displays or presentations are clearly identified in accordance with the Tasmanian Government Corporate Brand Identity and Communications Policy.
ensure any goods and services used in the development or execution of shows and exhibitions are procured in accordance with the Treasurer’s Instructions.
ensure that events are accessible to people with disability. See the Tasmanian Government Accessible Events Guidelines and Checklists and the section on 'Making your event and venue accessible' for guidance.

It is recommended that agencies:

adopt a coordinated approach to participation at events where a number of agencies are represented
aim to attract staff with suitable customer service skills and knowledge to represent the Government at the event or exhibition
ensure that staff working at events, have a Work with vulnerable people card