State of the City report

Our State of the City report shares timely and accurate data about Hobart. It outlines how the city is turning this into valuable insights that help inform priorities for the year ahead in a transparent way, particularly around economic development.

It is a chance to reflect on milestones achieved, articulate a clear sense of direction for the city, and is an opportunity to share Hobart's story – a story shaped by the people who live and lead here.

The report also presents us with a chance to reflect on how Hobart has evolved over recent history to where we are now. So that we can learn from these experiences as part of our planning for the future.

You can find more data on our State of the City dashboards.

State of the City report 2026(PDF, 946KB)