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‘Get your estate and advance care planning ducks in a row’ community events
May 20-26 is Law Week and National Palliative Care Week. The Public Trustee, Office of the Public Guardian and Palliative Care Tasmania are urging Tasmanians…
Lets Chat About Palliative Care
It’s National Palliative Care Week from the 19th to the 25th May, Palliative Care Tasmania provide essential services in supplying Tasmanians with the professional support…
National Families Week 2024
2024 is the 30th Anniversary of the International Year of Family, with this years National Families Week theme being ‘Celebrating Family Diversity & Connections’, The…
How to protect yourself or a loved one from financial elder abuse
Financial abuse is a silent and growing tragedy in our society. It is an issue that can affect anyone, but some people, like the elderly,…
Free Seminar – Have you got all your ducks in a Row?
This Law Week, join us at one of our free state-wide seminars to learn how you can take proactive steps to ensure your financial, legal…
Discussing safeguarding vulnerable Tasmanians with Leon Compton on ABC Mornings
Listen to our CEO Todd’s recent talk on ABC Mornings with Leon Compton! He delved into the crucial role of the Public Trustee in safeguarding…
Our puppet pals on Nightly News 7 Tasmania
We are proud to sponsor the Terrapin’s Forever Young program. Puppet therapy aims to boost wellbeing in aged care homes and helps tackle challenges in…
Puppet therapy putting smiles on faces of elderly
An innovative program from Terrapin Puppet Theatre, supported by the Public Trustee, is being used to enhance wellbeing in aged care residents. The Public Trustee…
Snapshot client survey
We are conducting a quick snapshot survey among Public Trustee clients who are currently being supported through an administration order. The purpose of this survey…