Care2Serve

30/10/2026

Did you know Care2Serve have a 🌈LGBTIQA+ Carer Peer Support group.

For Carers Week celebration this year, carers participated in "Paint your Pet" session at Schola in the heart of the city. Thank you, Yvette, for your time. The carers had a great time.

Caring for someone can be rewarding, but it can also feel isolating at times. Our LGBTIQA+ Carer Peer Support Group provides a safe, inclusive, and welcoming space to connect with others who understand the unique experiences of caring within the LGBTIQA+ community.

Whether you're looking to share experiences, gain support, or simply meet others who understand your journey, we'd love to welcome you.

We're looking to grow this community and reach more carers who may benefit from connection and support. If you know an LGBTIQA+ carer who may be feeling isolated or disconnected, please help us spread the word. A simple conversation or referral could help someone find a welcoming community where they can feel seen, heard, and supported.

To know more - [email protected] | 1800 422 737(press 1 at the menu).

[LGBTIQA+ carers, Carers Tasmania, free supports available, Working It Out Inc]

22/10/2026

📣 LAUNCESTON — SAVE THE DATE!

Surgical House is excited to host:
NUTRITION WITHOUT LIMITS
Launceston Community Nutrition & Enteral Feeding Showcase
📅 Wednesday 4 November 2026 Windmill Hill Hall 18a High Street, Launceston
⏰ 11:15am registration | 11:30am–1:30pm
🎟️ FREE COMMUNITY EVENT
🥪 Light refreshments provided

We will be there too! Find more information below.

[Carers in Tasmania, Nutrition, Product Demonstrations, Challenges with nutrition]

📣 LAUNCESTON — SAVE THE DATE!

Surgical House is excited to host:
NUTRITION WITHOUT LIMITS
Launceston Community Nutrition & Enteral Feeding Showcase

📅 Wednesday 4 November 2026 Windmill Hill Hall 18a High Street, Launceston
⏰ 11:15am registration | 11:30am–1:30pm
🎟️ FREE COMMUNITY EVENT
🥪 Light refreshments provided

Register at surgicalhouse.com.au/events (link in comments below)

We’re bringing together some of our specialist nutrition and enteral feeding supplier partners for an afternoon of education, discovery and hands-on product exploration — and everyone interested is welcome.

🎤 KEYNOTE | 11:30am–12:15pm
Dr Brooke Harcourt, APD, PhD – Family Dietetics
Earlier Nutrition, Better Outcomes
Why Early Dietetic Intervention Can Change the Health Journey
Brooke will explore how recognising nutrition challenges and accessing individualised dietetic support earlier can make a meaningful difference for people living with disability and complex nutrition needs.

🔎 COMMUNITY SHOWCASE | 12:15am–1:30pm
Explore a range of specialised nutrition formulas, oral nutrition supplements, enteral feeding supplies and feeding equipment.
Clinical experts from our supporting suppliers will be on hand so you can:
• See and compare products and equipment firsthand
• Ask questions directly to the experts
• Discover different nutrition and enteral feeding options
• Learn more about what’s available to support people in the community

Whether you’re a person living with disability, an older Australian, family member, carer, support worker, support coordinator, dietitian, nurse or allied health professional — we’d love to welcome you.

🥤 Light refreshments will be available throughout the afternoon.
Come for the keynote. Stay to explore, ask questions and connect.

✨ Nutrition looks different for everyone. Everyone deserves access to the right nutrition support.

Hosted by Surgical House with the support of our valued supplier partners.

18/10/2026

💙 Every Young Carer Has a Story!

Carers Australia is sharing the stories of two remarkable young carers, Adela and Ankith, whose experiences shine a light on the realities faced by thousands of young people across Australia.

A young carer is someone under 25 who provides unpaid care and support to a family member or someone close to them.

If you’re a young carer, or know someone who might be, support is available through Carer Gateway. Reach out to find out what services and support may be available to you. 💙

[Young carers in Tassie, Under 25 years old, Free support, National Carers Week]

16/10/2026

For International Day of People with Disability and Human Rights Day this year, Disability Commissioner Tasmania is holding a competition.

Design their new mascot!

The winning entry will be developed into a plush toy.
The plush toy will be given to people living in supported accommodation, and used for education about disability rights, safeguarding, and the role of Disability Commissioner Tasmania

Entries are open until midnight on 22 November 2026. The winner will be announced at an event on 10 December 2026 (Human Rights Day).
Entries can be in any format that is accessible to you.

Carers Tasmania

Design our new mascot!

We are celebrating International Day of People with Disability and Human Rights Day with a special competition, and we want your ideas.
We are inviting Tasmanians with disability to design a new mascot that reflects safety and belonging.
The winning design will be developed with a professional designer and made into a plush toy. The plush toy will be given to Tasmanians with disability living in supported accommodation, and students attending support schools.

Our new mascot will also play an important role in helping people learn about Disability Commissioner Tasmania and our work to promote and protect the rights of people with disability.

What could you design?
Your mascot could be a character, animal, or something you have imagined. You can share your ideas as a drawing, collage, painting, digital artwork, photo, written idea, or video or audio recording.

Who can enter?
The competition is open to Tasmanians with disability.
You don’t need to be an artist.
Entries close 22 November 2026.
Find out more about the competition, including the entry guidelines and how to enter on our website:

https://www.disabilitycommissioner.tas.gov.au/news/design-our-new-mascot-competition




ID: A blue background with text that reads: Design our mascot competition. What does safety and belonging mean to you? Safety, being safe and respected, knowing your rights and having a voice. Belonging, being yourself, feeling connected, being included. Your idea could become a new plush toy.

12/10/2026

We hope you'll join us tomorrow for our CARERS FUN DAY + EXPO, a FREE community event with arts and craft activities for the whole family and lots of information about services and supports available to carers! 💙



CARERS FUN DAY + EXPO

Wednesday 14 October

10:30 am to 2:30 pm

C3 Convention Centre, Hobart

🎉 FREE COMMUNITY EVENT - CARERS FUN DAY + EXPO 🎉

Join us for a FREE community fun day for the whole family, celebrating National Carers Week!

Enjoy art and craft activities and discover local services and supports available to carers, families and communities!

In Tasmania, there are more than 87,000 people acting in a caring role for family and friends. Chances are you are one, know one or have received care yourself.

Free art and craft activities include:

⭐ Face painting – The Queen of Arts
⭐ Henna painting – Pinki – Henna Art
⭐ Eco balloon art – Sally Sunshine Balloon Art
⭐ Pottery and craft activities
⭐ Basket weaving
⭐ Bargello stitching jewellery workshop
⭐ 1000 Hearts

Exhibitors include:

⭐ Australian Red Cross
⭐ BaptistCare
⭐ Brain Injury Association of Tasmania
⭐ Care2Serve – Pre-employment Training and Support
⭐ Care2Serve and Carers Tasmania
⭐ Dementia Australia
⭐ Dress for Success Hobart
⭐ EOL Bucket List
⭐ Glenorchy Medicare Mental Health Centre
⭐ Heart Foundation
⭐ Karadi Aboriginal Corporation
⭐ Life Without Barriers
⭐ Mental Health Council of Tasmania
⭐ Mental Health Families and Friends Tasmania
⭐ Mission Australia
⭐ Nexus
⭐ Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
⭐ Open Arms – Veterans & Families Counselling
⭐ Palliative Care Tasmania
⭐ Priceline
⭐ Relationships Australia Tasmania
⭐ Services Australia
⭐ St Lukes
⭐ Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre
⭐ Volunteering Tasmania
⭐ West Moonah Neighbourhood House

This event is supported by the Tasmanian Government.

CARERS FUN DAY + EXPO
Wednesday 14 October
10:30 am to 2:30 pm
C3 Convention Centre, Hobart

12/10/2026

National Carers week is a chance to recognise, celebrate and thank, the more than 3 million Australians who provide unpaid care to a family member, friend or loved one.

If you’re an unpaid carer, remember you don’t have to do it alone. Support is available for you at Carer Gateway.

For more information, see the comments below. 👇

09/10/2026

Just a reminder, National Carers Week is next (11–17 October 2026)! During the week landmarks across Tasmania will glow BLUE, recognising the dedication of the state’s 87,000+ unpaid family and friend carers. 💙

07/10/2026

Telephone Assisted Voting is available to eligible voters for the 2026 local government elections.

Voters with a print disability can access the service early, on Thursday 8 or Friday 9 October, from 9 am to 5 pm, when call queues are expected to be less busy.

To vote by phone, call 1800 801 701 and follow the telephone voting menu option.

Telephone voting will continue to be available for all eligible voters from Monday 12 October to Friday 23 October, 9 am to 5 pm weekdays.

More information about telephone voting: tec.tas.gov.au/phone-voting

Know someone who may find this information useful? Please share it with them.

Via: Tasmanian Electoral Commission

05/10/2026

It’s currently Mental Health Week in Tasmania (3 – 11 October)! This year’s theme is 'appreciate the little things' a reminder to take a moment and recognise the joy in small, everyday things.

Throughout the week, events and activities will be happening across Tasmania. Visit www. mhct.org/mentalhealthweek to find out what’s on near you.

Mental Health Week is held each year by the Mental Health Council of Tasmania.

01/10/2026

𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲？

Join us and Dress for Success Tasmania for our upcoming workshops designed to give you the tools, confidence, and skills to land your next role! Whether you're starting fresh or updating your approach, we’ve got you covered.

Mark your calendar from 10am to 11am:

Resume Writing: Tuesday, 6 October - 10am to 11am
Job Applications: Thursday, 12 November - 10am to 11am
Interview Skills: Tuesday, 1 December - 10am to 11am

Location options to suit you: In-Person: Moonah or Online: Microsoft Teams

Attend one session or join us for all three!

How to Join: [email protected] or 1800 422 737 (Press 1 at menu)

Spaces fill up fast, so don't miss out!

[How to Dress, Resume Writing, Job Application tips, Interview skills, Free workshops, Carers Tasmania, Carers in Tassie, 1:6]