Building an Environmentally Sustainable Business (From Launceston to Hobart)
Florage Tasmania is the state’s only fully accredited, award-winning sustainable florist, with stores in both Launceston and Hobart.
Co-owner Tom Miller will share how he and his partner Andre transformed a traditional neighbourhood florist into a business that challenges how flowers are grown, sold, and consumed in Tasmania.
In an industry heavily reliant on imported product and single use plastics, Florage has taken a different path, sourcing locally grown Tasmanian flowers wherever possible, eliminating plastic waste, and returning organic material back to the soil through composting.
More than a floristry story, this is about rethinking business as usual. How small businesses can lead change, influence customer behaviour, and build strong, loyal communities by making better choices.
Tom will also share insights from expanding a Launceston-based small business into Hobart, building a loyal customer community here, and why more people, including those who may only buy flowers once or twice a year, are now seeking out more thoughtful and sustainable options.
Event Details
- Location: The Waggon, 327 Argyle Street North Hobart St
- Date: Thursday 21st May 2026
- Time: 5:30pm – 7:00pm
- Ticket includes drinks and nibbles
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