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You decide who decides guide
The Australian Guardianship and Administration Council (AGAC) has published the ‘You Decide Who Decides’ guide as a helpful resource empowering you to decide whether making…

Glenn Lucas appointed Acting CEO of the Public Trustee
The Public Trustee’s Chief Financial Officer and Company Secretary, Glenn Lucas, has been officially appointed as the Public Trustee’s Acting CEO. Mr. Lucas said the…

How an administrator is appointed in Tasmania?
An administrator can be appointed by the Tasmanian Civil & Administrative Tribunal (Tribunal) to support an adult with impaired decision-making ability to make financial and…

Independent review into the Public Trustee’s practices and processes
On Thursday the 10th of June 2021 the Premier announced that an independent review will be undertaken into the operations of the Public Trustee. The…

Public Trustees’ safe custody service
Prevent your important documents getting lost or damaged by storing your Will and any other estate planning documents with us for free. It’s important to have…

Planning for your family’s future should always be accessible
We believe everyone should be able to plan for their family’s future by having access to reliable, professional and personal Will and estate planning services.…

New Devonport office
We have opened a larger office in Devonport. 18 Rooke Street, Devonport (corner Rooke & King Streets). The new Devonport office signifies our continuing investment in…

Public Trustee CEO to retire
The CEO of the Public Trustee, Mr David Benbow, has confirmed he will retire at the beginning of August, with his last day being Wednesday…

Protecting your Pet Legacy
Our pets have a special place in our hearts, yet many of us don’t consider what might happen to them if they outlive us. You…