Like other Australian States, Tasmania contributed its young to World War I. Labor was in government at the time, and suffered the repercussions of their conscription policy in 1916, when they were voted out of office. In 1923, under Joseph Lyons they returned once again to power. Soldier settlement schemes were started up in the wake of the war, although these proved to be quite costly to the taxpayer.

Confectionery, woollen mills and timber were amongst the most important industries at this time. By the end of the 1930s much of Tasmania was covered by hydro-electric lines.

In 1934, Labor was in power once more, and managed to remain there for quite some time. On many occasions the party only won election narrowly, or had to rely on the support of an independent member; nevertheless they continued to be voted in to power.

Unlike many other parts of Australia, Tasmania did not see quite the same level of postwar immigration, although quite a number of European immigrants were involved with the Hydro Electric Commission. Certainly, Hobart also attracted numerous young people who were attending tertiary education courses.

In the latter half of this century Tasmania has become recognised for its quality of education, local industry opportunities, tourism opportunities, and for the high standard of living that it has to offer. The population tends to be migratory, but total numbers are steadily increasing, particularly in the major commercial centres.

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