To: Jeremy Rockliff, Premier
Stop TasTAFE cuts!
Dear Premier Rockliff,
I’m writing to call on your government to stop the cuts to TasTAFE and properly fund the public training system that Tasmania relies on.
TAFE is essential to our state’s future. It provides pathways into secure jobs, supports regional communities, and ensures Tasmania has the skilled workers needed to keep services running and our economy strong.
Cutting courses, reducing staff, or shifting resources away from public provision will only deepen skills shortages and limit opportunities for Tasmanians—especially young people, career changers, and those in regional areas.
Instead of cuts, we need:
- Stable, long-term funding for TasTAFE
- Investment in teachers, facilities, and course delivery
- A strong, public TAFE system that puts students and communities first.
Tasmanians deserve a training system that works for everyone — not one weakened by cuts and uncertainty.
I urge you to reverse the cuts and commit to properly funding TasTAFE.
Why is this important?
TasTAFE is where thousands of Tasmanians build the skills they need for work and for life. But right now, it’s being cut back—just when people need it most.
With tens of millions in savings demanded and more job and course cuts on the way, students are losing the support they rely on to succeed.
With tens of millions in savings demanded and more job and course cuts on the way, students are losing the support they rely on to succeed.
These cuts mean fewer teachers, fewer courses, and fewer services—especially for those who already face the biggest barriers.
Students in regional areas, migrants learning English, creatives, and those retraining for new careers are all being hit hardest.
Support services like counselling and libraries are already stretched, and this will only make things worse.
Students in regional areas, migrants learning English, creatives, and those retraining for new careers are all being hit hardest.
Support services like counselling and libraries are already stretched, and this will only make things worse.
This doesn’t just affect students — it affects all of us. TasTAFE trains the workers our state relies on.
By signing this petition, you’re standing up for students, staff, and Tasmania’s future.
