This report not only meets the department’s legislative reporting obligations, but also provides information for all Tasmanians with an interest in education, training and information services. For the parliamentarian, parent, senior officer, teacher, child care worker and librarian, the report provides a comprehensive overview of the operations, major initiatives and performance of the department during the 2004-05 year and information on the activities and achievements of the department that contribute to the success of education, training and information services in Tasmania.
The department’s strategic framework is built on the goals of Tasmania Together and Learning Together, and this report details the actions and achievements of the department towards realising these goals.
How the report is structured
The report is presented in sections to meet the different information needs of different readers.
1 An overview
The introductory pages provide an overall picture of the department: its services, structure, finances, clients and workforce, and the strategic framework that guides its activities. This section also describes the report card around which the reporting of the department’s performance and activities is structured, and includes information on performance against key measures from the report card.
2 Services in detail
Three sections address the department’s major service areas:
- Pre-compulsory and compulsory education;
- Post-compulsory education and training; and
- Information services.
These sections describe the services provided by the department, and highlight the activities and achievements in each area during the past year. The department's contribution to the achievement of Tasmania Together and Learning Together goals is also clearly referenced in each chapter.
3 Required reporting
The final section reports on the financial activity, administration and human resource management activities and performance of the department.
Feedback or enquiries regarding this report are welcome. They should be directed to Greg Glass, Deputy Secretary, Corporate Services at greg.glass@education.tas.gov.au. This report and further information are available on our website at www.education.tas.gov.au.
Secretary's letter