Tasmanian Freight Equalisation Scheme

The Tasmanian Freight Equalisation Scheme (TFES) provides businesses and individuals with financial assistance to offset the costs of moving goods by sea.
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Apply at any time.

What do you get?

Reduced costs to transport eligible goods by sea.

Who is this for?

Tasmanian businesses wanting to move goods by sea.

Overview

The scheme operates under the following categories

  • Northbound goods, for goods shipped across Bass Strait from Tasmania to the Australian mainland. This includes goods staying on the mainland and goods shipped to other markets.
  • Southbound goods, for goods shipped across Bass Strait from the Australian mainland to Tasmania. This includes Australian goods and goods imported from overseas.
  • King Island and the Furneaux Group, for goods shipped in either direction between King Island or the Furneaux Group and the main island of Tasmania.
  • Sportspersons and professional entertainers, for sporting and entertainment equipment.
  • Brood mares, for brood mares shipped on a round trip.

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Eligibility criteria vary depending on the TFES category.

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