30 Jul 2026
Mental Health Hub Expands Free Community Support Throughout August
People in Southern Tasmania can access a range of free mental health and wellbeing services this August through the Mental Health Integration Hub in North Hobart, offering support without the need for a referral or appointment.
28 Jul 2026
Work Begins on Northern Tasmania's New Purpose-Built Hospice
Northern Tasmania has reached an important milestone in expanding palliative care, with construction officially starting on a new purpose-built hospice in Launceston. The project moves from planning into the building phase and is expected to welcome its first patients in late 2027.
27 Jul 2026
Hobart to Host BreastScreen Australia Conference in 2028
Tasmania will host the BreastScreen Australia Conference for the first time in 2028, bringing hundreds of healthcare professionals to Hobart to discuss the future of breast screening and cancer prevention.
14 Jul 2026
Launceston General Hospital urges community to use emergency services only when needed
The Launceston General Hospital is experiencing increased demand, with a high number of patients requiring urgent medical care. Hospital capacity is currently under pressure, affecting its ability to admit additional patients.
30 Jun 2026
Free Mental Health and Community Support Services Available This July
The Mental Health Integration Hub is offering a range of free community support services throughout July 2026, helping adults access mental health advice, practical support and connections to the right services.
30 Jun 2026
Tasmania Health Introduces New SMS Sender ID from 1 July
From 1 July 2026, all text messages sent by the Tasmania Department of Health will display "TASHEALTH" as the official SMS Sender ID, helping people identify genuine messages from the department more easily.
23 Jun 2026
New 18-Month Child Health Check Supports Early Learning for Tasmanian Families
A new child health program in Tasmania is helping families support early learning and development during a key stage of childhood.
15 Jun 2026
Men’s Health: Why Regular GP Checks Matter for Prostate Cancer Awareness
A prostate cancer specialist nurse at the Royal Hobart Hospital is urging men across Australia to make annual GP visits a normal part of their health routine, even when they feel well.
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.