04 Jun 2026
Mental Health Integration Hub Offers Free Local Support in North Hobart
The Mental Health Integration Hub is providing free community mental health support for people who may need help finding services or working out where to start. It is open for 18+, including families, friends, and carers.
31 May 2026
Older Tasmanians Encouraged to Get Ready for Winter Health Risks
As winter approaches, Tasmania’s Director of Public Health, Dr Mark Veitch, is encouraging older people to take action now to protect themselves from serious respiratory illnesses such as influenza, COVID-19, RSV and the common cold.
20 May 2026
Tasmania Extends Public Consultation on New Mental Health Strategy
The Tasmanian Department of Health has extended the public consultation period for its next Mental Health Strategy, called Rethink and Beyond, giving more time for community feedback.
18 May 2026
Tasmania introduces IVF rebate to make fertility treatment more affordable
The Tasmanian Government has announced a new support program to help reduce the cost of fertility treatment, offering eligible residents a rebate of up to $2,000 for in vitro fertilisation (IVF) and other fertility services.
13 May 2026
New Tasmanian Breast Care Centre opens to improve cancer services
A new $15 million Breast Care Centre at the Royal Hobart Hospital’s Liverpool Clinics has been completed and is now providing services to the Tasmanian community.
12 May 2026
Nurses recognised on International Nurses Day
Today is International Nurses Day, a time to recognise the important work nurses do across healthcare services every day.
08 May 2026
Changes coming to Royal Hobart Hospital Emergency Department access
Works have started on a new Emergency Department (ED) entrance on Argyle Street as part of the Royal Hobart Hospital expansion.
05 May 2026
International Day of the Midwife: Honouring Essential Caregivers
International Day of the Midwife, observed on 5 May each year, recognises the important role midwives play in supporting women, babies and families.
21 Apr 2026
Paramedic Trainees Face High-Pressure Stadium Simulation Training
Eight Tasmanian paramedics taking part in the Intensive Care Paramedic (ICP) training program have completed a challenging simulation exercise at Ninja Stadium designed to test their leadership and clinical skills in a real-life emergency setting.
23 Mar 2026
Tasmanians Invited to Have Their Say on Next Mental Health Strategy
The Tasmanian Government is asking the community for input on the next Tasmanian Mental Health Strategy, Rethink and Beyond.