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Season’s Greetings from the Public Trustee
Wishing you a safe and joyful holiday season! Our offices will be closed or have limited services from Tuesday, 24 December 2024, at 1 pm,…

2023-24 Annual Report is now available
Click here to view our 2023-24 Annual Report The Public Trustee has undergone unprecedented organisational change becoming a more client-focused and responsive organisation. Central to…

Have Your Say: Shape Tasmania’s 20-Year Preventive Health Strategy!
The Minister for Health is calling on all Tasmanians to contribute to shaping a healthier future through the new 20-Year Preventive Health Strategy. This is…

Public Trustee urges Tasmanians to secure their legacy during Seniors Week
As part of this year’s Council Of The Aging Seniors Week (October 14-19), the Public Trustee is encouraging Tasmanians to think beyond financial assets and…

Public Trustee Board responds to the Tasmanian Government’s restructure announcement and OTTER report.
The Public Trustee Board acknowledges the Tasmanian Government’s announcement to restructure the Public Trustee and the Structure Review Final Report. Chair Therese Taylor emphasised that…

Statement from the Public Trustee Board regarding the restructure of the Public Trustee
The Public Trustee Board notes the announcement by the Government regarding the restructure of the Public Trustee. The Chair of the Public Trustee, Therese Taylor,…

Public Trustee OTTER review response
23 September 2024 Re: Office of the Tasmanian Economic Regulator (OTTER): Inquiry to assess fees and charges for clients who are required by legislation to…

Speak Out Tasmania Disability Expos 2024
The Public Trustee is excited to attend and be part of the Speak Out Tasmania Disability Expos – Gearing up for Choice and Control in…

Unleash Your Will-Power During National Wills Week
Australia is gearing up for the second National Wills Week (NWW), set to run from Monday, 9 September to Sunday, 15 September 2024. This annual…