22 Jan 2026

A New Cohort of Doctors Begins Their Journey in Tasmania

Tasmania’s public hospitals have welcomed a new group of medical interns as they take their first steps into clinical practice.

15 Jan 2026

Cricket, community and care come together at Royal Hobart Hospital

Royal Hobart Hospital was full of energy this week as the Ponting Foundation and Hobart Hurricanes dropped in ahead of their annual Big Bash League fundraising match, bringing smiles to young patients and their families.

07 Jan 2026

Launceston General Hospital: Access Updates

Launceston General Hospital is starting construction of a new multistorey carpark in mid-January 2026. Temporary road closures and carpark changes will affect visitor access. A shuttle service and a temporary carpark will be available during construction.

27 Nov 2025

Peacock Centre Residential Unit to Reopen Partially Following Rodent-Related Repairs

The Peacock Centre in North Hobart will reopen up to five rooms for admissions from Monday, 1 December, as repair work continues on the residential unit, Peacock House, following rodent-related damage.

21 Nov 2025

Warning: Asbestos Found in Decorative and Play Sand Products

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has issued recalls for certain decorative and coloured play sand products sold across Australia that may contain asbestos, posing a serious health risk.

10 Nov 2025

Tasmania Seeks Community Input for Next Mental Health Strategy

The Tasmanian Department of Health has launched public consultations for Rethink and Beyond, the State’s next long-term mental health strategy.

06 Nov 2025

Why Physiotherapy is a Rewarding Career

Every recovery journey is different, and being part of that process is incredibly rewarding,” says Laura Inkson, Deputy Manager of Physiotherapy at Hospitals North West.

21 Oct 2025

BUILDS Program improves stroke care access in North West Tasmania

The North West Regional Hospital (NWRH) in Tasmania is expanding access to stroke care through the BUILDS program (Bridging the Urban and regIonaL Divide in Stroke care), which has recently secured ongoing funding following a successful trial.

17 Oct 2025

Ambulance Tasmania Honoured at National Search and Rescue Awards

Ambulance Tasmania has been recognised for its exceptional efforts in high-risk rescue operations, including saving a Lithuanian kayaker from the Franklin River in November 2024.

17 Oct 2025

Launceston General Hospital Rehabilitation Ward Temporarily Relocated

Launceston General Hospital (LGH) is upgrading its heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system in older parts of the hospital to improve comfort for patients, staff, and visitors.