Goal

Open and accountable government that listens and plans for a shared future

Indicator - 8.1.1.

Proportion of people who think there are opportunities to have a real say on important issues

N.B. A progress report on this measure is not available because a progress measure beyond the baseline measurement is not yet available.

Baseline Measurement

In 2006, an estimated 36.7% of the Tasmanian population aged 18 or more said they had opportunities to have a real say on important issues either all of the time or most of the time.

Where does this information come from?

ABS Cat. 4159.6.55.001

Why do we use this Measure?

People need to believe that they can have a say in decision-making processes before effective participation will occur

Explanation of measure

The measure is an estimate derived from the General Social Survey. It is the estimate of the Tasmanian population aged 18 or more who said they had opportunities to have a real say on important issues either all of the time or most of the time. This draft benchmark is currently being developed by the Progress Board. Draft targets have been established and recommendations to complete the benchmark will be put to Parliament for approval later this year.

Tasmania Together Targets

Year	Target
2005	-
2010	40%
2015	45%
2020	50%