In this issue:

• We say goodbye to The Lounge...
• And say hello to NORTH Festival!
• An update on our session with Tasmania Police
• Congratulations to the winners of our winter comps

Welcome to your monthly stakeholder newsletter from the team at Launceston Central. Read more for an update from Launceston Central's EO Amanda McEvoy on the success of The Lounge, the launch of the NORTH Festival program, an update on the police sessions for business owners, and more. 

Junction Arts Festival

19 - 22 September, Princes Square

Junction is an intimate festival of extraordinary experiences in unusual places, coinciding with the spring Equinox each year. Celebrating the incredible talent of Tasmanian artists, Junction is a festival in which contemporary art and music break out of theatres and galleries into the streets, public spaces and extraordinary buildings that make Launceston so unique.

NORTH Festival

9 - 23 October, Launceston Central

NORTH celebrates our region's outstanding produce, food culture & community with a series of bite-sized events taking place over two weeks. We invite you to eat, drink and experience Northern Tasmania with good produce and good times. Food, drink, fun experiences, workshops, live music, meet the maker events – you name it, we've got it. So go on, Launceston, eat your heart out!

These events will bring extra people into the city.

• Women's 5km Walk/Run (8 Sep)
• Tamar Valley Peace Festival (16 - 20 Sep)
• Junction Arts Festival (19 - 22 Sep)
• Jazz Under the Stars (28 Sep)
• AFLW: North Melbourne v Richmond (29 Sep)
• International Bowls Classic (4 - 6 Oct)
• NORTH Festival (9 - 23 Oct)
• Kinky Boots (11 - 26 Oct)
• Bill Bailey | Thoughtifier (9 Nov)

Building a thriving business

Join us for an insightful evening dedicated to building a thriving business in Launceston, hosted by Launceston Central, City of Launceston council and Business Tasmania. Discover current consumer trends from Dr Louise Grimmer, gain access to valuable business advice, and network with local support organisations. This event is part of our the City of Launceston's commitment to becoming a 'Business friendly council,' focusing on empowering our small business sector. 

Upcoming Road Closures

This year's Women's 5km walk/run event will be held on Sunday, 10 September 2024 with a number of road closures in place from 8.30am to 12.30pm. Please see here for all the locations and times. 

Enabling Business Grant Program

The Enabling Business Grant Program supports Tasmanian businesses in growth, adaptation, and innovation. Grants ranging from $2,500 to $10,000 are available for capital purchases that align with enabling business and technology themes, such as CCTV investments. Please see here for more information.