Who is the head of the government in the Australian state of Tasmania?
Q: Who is the head of the government in the Australian state of Tasmania?
A: The Premier of Tasmania is the head of the government in the Australian state of Tasmania.
Q: How is the Premier of Tasmania nominated?
A: The political party which has the most support in the House of Assembly will nominate its leader to be Premier.
Q: Who appoints the Premier of Tasmania?
A: The Governor of Tasmania asks the leader nominated by the political party to act as their principal adviser.
Q: Was there a political party system before the 1890s in Tasmania?
A: No, before the 1890s there was no political party system in Tasmania.
Q: Who were often appointed as Premiers before 1920?
A: Before 1920, Premiers were often appointed from the Legislative Council.
Q: Does Tasmania have a separate government from the rest of Australia?
A: No, Tasmania is a state of Australia and has a government within the Australian federation.
Q: What are the main responsibilities of the Premier of Tasmania?
A: The main responsibilities of the Premier of Tasmania are to lead the government, manage the state's affairs, and make decisions on behalf of the state.
