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The Tasmanian Government has received formal notice from Healthscope of its intention to cease providing maternity services at Hobart Private Hospital. Healthscope is required to give the Department of Health six months’ minimum notice of any o...

The Tasmanian Liberal Government welcomes the Federal Liberal Opposition’s commitment to a new Urgent Care Clinic in Sorell. Minister for Health, Jacquie Petrusma, said a new clinic would mean more people can access General Practitioner (GP) se...

The Albanese Government is working with the Tasmanian Government to ensure expectant mothers and their babies in Hobart and the surrounding region, continue to have access to essential maternity services.The Federal Government will provide $6 million...

The Tasmanian Liberal Government welcomes the announcement of three new urgent care clinics (UCC) in Tasmania, which will mean more people can access general practitioner (GP) services faster.  Minister for Health, Jacquie Petrusma, said we&rsqu...

The Tasmanian Government is delivering the critical infrastructure we need to bolster ambulance and paramedic services across the State. A development application to build the new Longford Ambulance Station has now been submitted to the Northern Mid...

The Tasmanian Liberal Government is encouraging the community to protect their hearing and get regular hearing checks this Hearing Awareness Week 2025. Minister for Health, Jacquie Petrusma, said that this week also provides an opportunity to celebra...

Hundreds of new nurses are being welcomed to the State’s health system, as part of our plan to build a workforce that meets the demand for health services now and into the future. More than 300 graduate nurses are joining roles across the Tasma...

The Tasmanian Liberal Government is continuing to progress the new Launceston Hospice, with upcoming community drop-in sessions to be held this week. The new $20 million hospice, funded by the Australian Government, will be located at the Allambi Bui...

The Tasmanian Liberal Government welcomes the Federal Liberal Opposition’s commitment to a new Urgent Care Clinic in Burnie.Minister for Health, Jacquie Petrusma, said an Urgent Care Clinic in Burnie would mean more North West and West Coasters...

The Tasmanian Government is continuing to modernise its health service with a new clinical alerts system now in effect, delivering better, faster and safer outcomes for staff and patients.The Patient Alerts Management Solution (PAMS) ensures medical ...

More GP appointments will be available for Ulverstone residents following funding from the Tasmanian Government to boost GP access across the State.The Patrick Street Clinic in Ulverstone is receiving $425,000 through the Tasmanian Government’s...

In an exciting step for Women’s and Children’s Services in the region, the North West Regional Hospital (NWRH) has officially renamed its maternity and children’s wards. The maternity ward has now been renamed niyakara (nee-ah-ka-ra...

The next stage of the redevelopment and expansion of the Midlands Multi-Purpose Health Centre in Oatlands has taken an important step forward. The planning application to deliver Stage 2 of the redevelopment has now been submitted to the Southern Mid...

The Tasmanian Government recognises Endometriosis Awareness Month and the challenges faced by Tasmanian girls and women living with endometriosis – a painful and often debilitating condition which has a significant impact on their daily lives. ...

The Tasmanian Government is continuing to deliver the infrastructure we need to support Ambulance Tasmania to deliver vital services to our community. The new Bicheno Ambulance Station has taken another important step forward, with the construction t...

The Tasmanian Liberal Government’s brand new, state-of-the-art Legana Ambulance Station is another step closer. A preferred site at Lot 23 Legana Park Drive, Legana, has been selected for the new station. Through our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasman...

The Tasmanian Liberal Government is delivering on our commitment to build a new Ambulance Station on King Island, with a preferred site selected for its location.The vacant site at 25 Edward Street, Currie, is adjacent to the King Island District Hos...

The Royal Hobart Hospital Emergency Department (ED) expansion project has reached an important milestone, with a development application for the main works submitted to the City of Hobart. Minister for Health, Jacquie Petrusma, said the $130 million ...

A new employment pathway that allows nursing and midwifery students to work in frontline settings during their studies has been introduced into the Tasmanian health system.The Registered Undergraduate Student of Nursing (RUSON) and Registered Undergr...

Tasmanians are encouraged to be aware of the right healthcare treatment options over Easter, when hospitals and health services experience an increase in demand across the State. Minister for Health, Jacquie Petrusma, urged Tasmanians to familiarise ...

The Tasmanian Liberal Government is continuing to deliver the critical infrastructure Ambulance Tasmania needs, with a preferred site now selected for the brand new Snug Ambulance Station.The site at 10 Wellbor Road, Snug, is vacant land alongside th...

Tasmanians are invited to honour the service and sacrifice of our veterans this Anzac Day, Friday 25 April, by attending a local commemorative service. Honouring those who have served, fought and given their lives for the freedoms we value today, is ...

The Tasmanian Government pays its deepest respects to Flight Lieutenant Roger Brian Winspear (Retd) AM following the sad news of his passing. Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, Jacquie Petrusma, said Mr Winspear’s name is etched in history a...

Ambulance Tasmania’s Chief Executive, Jordan Emery, has stepped down to take a position interstate.  Minister for Health, Jacquie Petrusma, congratulated Mr Emery on his new role and thanked him for his valuable contribution to Ambulance T...

On International Day of the Midwife, the Tasmanian Liberal Government recognises and gratefully thanks Tasmania's midwives for the vital work they do in caring for our mothers, babies and families right across our State. Minister for Health, Jacquie ...