International engagement

City of Hobart's international engagements tap into economic opportunities particularly around our Antarctic Gateway City status, connect communities and cultures, grows our capacity to act on climate change and shows global leadership on things that matter to us.

Our International Relations Policy(PDF, 229KB) guides our international engagements and partnerships.

Strategic partnerships

City of Hobart is actively exploring strategic partnerships with cities who have expertise or experience in areas of mutual interest, are looking to solve shared problems and/ or there are untapped opportunities for social and economic growth at city-level.

Strategic partnerships are different to a sister city relationship in that they are shorter term relationships with defined goals, however they can form the basis of a strong future sister city relationship.

Networks and memberships

The City of Hobart is a member of the following global networks:

• The Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy (GCoM)
• Local2030 Islands Network
• ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability
• UNESCO Creative Cities Network – City of Literature
• Mayors for Peace

Under our 2040 Climate Ready Hobart Strategy, we're committed to impactful advocacy and through participation in city networks such as GCoM, Local2030 and ICLEI, City of Hobart can play a leading role in collaborating on climate action and enabling Hobart to be climate ready.

Our Antarctic Gateway

Hobart is one of five global Antarctic gateway cities with a unique geographic, cultural and economic connection to Antarctica.

Sister Cities

City of Hobart currently has two Sister City relationships and is looking to expand its international partnerships.

Official visits gallery

Photos from official international relations visits to the City of Hobart.

If you are interested in engaging with us, you can get in touch by calling us on 03 6238 2711 or emailing coh@hobartcity.com.au.