“ I write in support of the proposal for a Mount Wellington Cable Car [and] I wish the proponents well. ”

— Will Hodgman MP, Former Premier of Tasmania
“ The Mount Wellington Cable Car project is worthy of serious consideration [and] allowing it an opportunity to proceed on a commercial basis. ”

— Saul Eslake, Economist
“ Following a survey of our membership the Chamber is unanimously supportive of MWCC's proposal. ”

— Bob Gozzi, Chairman, Hobart Chamber of Commerce
“ This exciting proposed development could be a valuable addition to the State’s Hospitality and Tourism industries and we wish your consortium and venture the very best of luck towards realisation. ”

— Steve Old, Tasmanian Hospitality Association
“ The spectacular route presented ticks many of the boxes to become a successful if not iconic consumer offering in Australia. ”

— Mike Mahoney, Tourism Australia Awards Judge 2012-2014
“ The Project presented by MWCC can help activate the current assets (walking and biking) on kunanyi / Mount Wellington. Destination Southern Tasmania is supportive of new visitor infrastructure and new experiences in southern Tasmania and MWCC is an exciting new way to experience the mountain. ”

— Stuart Lennox, Chairman, Destination Southern Tasmania
“ The proposed improved access and facilities for visitors on the mountain are certainly needed to grow the appeal of our region. ”

— Vin Barron, Tasmanian Tourism Leader
“ MWCC's proposal strongly aligns with the key objectives of the 'National Long-Term Tourism Strategy' and 'Tourism 21': The Tasmanian Government and Tasmanian Tourism Industry's joint strategic business plan. ”

— Luke Martin, CEO, Tourism Industry Council Tasmania
“ MWCC's proposed venture with triple-bottom-line sustainable values is to be highly commended. The broader economic stimulus and symbolism for what this project represents will be significant to the entire State. ”

— Michael Bailey, CEO, Tasmanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
“ VOS would like to express our total support for MWCC's proposal and congratulate the team on the professionalism and expertise dedicated to the project. ”

— Adrian Bott, CEO, Vos Construction and Joinery
“ I am an Aboriginal Tasmanian who has happily lived 14 years of my life in Hobart. I want to see more developments which respectfully showcase this beautiful place and I think the cable car is a fabulous idea. ”

— L. Daniels, Aboriginal Tasmanian

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