Health and Wellbeing RCUW

23/05/2026

17/05/2026

Have your say: Help shape Tasmania’s next mental health strategy

The Department of Health is developing the next Tasmanian Mental Health Strategy and is inviting community leaders to contribute their insights, experience and perspective at a series of regional forums across the state.

Join our forum to share your views and help shape future directions for mental health in Tasmania.



Who is invited

We welcome participation from community leaders, people who play an active role in supporting, representing or advocating for their communities. This may include leaders from community organisations and neighbourhood houses, health and social service providers local councils, cultural faith‑based and multicultural groups, youth, disability, LGBTIQA+ and lived‑experience networks
education, sport and community development groups
informal community connectors and advocates


If you are someone who is interested in mental health and missed our previous community forum, you are welcome to join us too.



Register

Register at a regional forum near you: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/121139461660



What to expect

Hear about the key issues, opportunities and future directions
Ask questions
Share your feedback


Prepare

To support meaningful discussion, you are encouraged to read the draft Discussion Paper or the shorter summary available on our website.

Access documents here: https://www.health.tas.gov.au/health-topics/mental-health/mental-health-projects-and-initiatives-priorities/next-tasmanian-mental-health-strategy

Why it matters

This is an opportunity to be part of a collaborative conversation and influence meaningful change across Tasmania’s mental health system.

Share the message

Download and share the poster to spread the word. [Poster%20-%20Regional%20Forum%20-%20Have%20your%20say%20-%20Tasmania's%20next%20mental%20health%20strategy.pdf]Poster - Regional Forum - Have your say - Tasmania's next mental health strategy.pdf


Contact information

Stay informed by checking our DOH consultation webpage. If you have any questions, please contact the project team at [email protected]

10/05/2026

Have your say: Disability Access and Inclusion Plan

Consultation is now open on Central Coast Council’s draft Disability Access and Inclusion Plan. This plan sets out how we will continue working towards a more inclusive and accessible community - and we want to hear from you.

There are a number of ways to get involved:

💻 Complete the online survey: https://my.centralcoast.tas.gov.au/disability-access-and-inclusion-plan

💬 Attend a drop-in session:

Penguin – 6 May (Senior Citizens Club, 2pm-7pm)
Ulverstone – 7 May (Hive, 10am-4pm)

📞 Contact us directly if you need support to participate by phoning 6429 8900 or visiting our Ulverstone Administration Centre.

If you have accessibility requirements or would like the plan in a different format, please get in touch.

👉 for more information visit: http://my.centralcoast.tas.gov.au/disability-access-and-inclusion-plan

10/05/2026

Happy Mother's Day to all Mum's, grandmother's and Mother figures.

24/04/2026

We will remember them. Lest We Forget.

05/04/2026

Our AFL Tasmania school holiday football programs are now open for registration!

Open to children from Kinder to Grade 10, we offer both mixed programs and all-girls sessions:

• Mixed programs: Focused on skill development, mini matches, and the chance to play alongside kids from other clubs in a fun and supportive environment.
• All-girls programs: Designed by girls, for girls — combining skill development and match play with plenty of fun, connection, and friendship.
• Development Program: For high school age boys and girls who are ready to take their footy to the next level. Working alongside Talent League coaches to develop and refine their skills.

All sessions run from 9:00am – 3:00pm, giving parents a full day while kids stay active and engaged.
Find out more and register here: https://play.afl/news/holiday-programs-kick-across-tassie

For any questions, please reach out to [email protected]

02/04/2026