Shared Responsibility Agreements

Shared Responsibility Agreement

The community on Cape Barren Island has engaged with the Australian and Tasmanian Governments to enhance community cohesion and wellbeing.

Two closely related projects are now part of SRAs involving governments and the people of Cape Barren Island.

The Australian Government will provide funds to build and fit out a Community Wellbeing Centre, and provide training.

The Australian and Tasmanian Governments will work together with the community to provide a range of regular, community-determined activities to promote good family relationships and community harmony.

The community will contribute to the cost, amenities and building of the centre, and will develop, deliver, participate in and support the programs, including a meals program, children’s program and men’s and women’s groups.

The Tasmanian Government will also work with people on the island to establish guidelines around community safety.

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Key Facts

Aboriginal community on an island in Bass Strait in NE Tasmania

Population:

70

Focus of the SRA:

Community cohesion and wellbeing

What the SRAs Provide:

Community Wellbeing Centre; wellbeing and community harmony programs

ICC:

Hobart

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