News and Stories
Make planning for your future your New Year’s Resolution
With the start of the New Year, many people will be thinking about the year ahead and making New Year’s Resolutions. Some of them are…
Time to talk with family this Christmas
Sometimes difficult conversations are also the most important. This Christmas, the Public Trustee is urging Tasmanian families to have an important conversation about planning ahead.…
Meet Audrey, a story about restoration and care
Audrey loved her garden, not just the plants, but the calming feeling she had when in the garden. When Audrey became unwell, her lovely garden…
Public Trustee Launches Supported Decision-Making Guidelines.
Our Supported decision-making framework, launched in October 2023, represented a significant change aimed at enhancing the lives of individuals with impaired decision-making abilities. What is…
Meet Brad, a story about getting help with money
When Brad faced challenges due to his mental health, the Public Trustee was appointed to support him make financial decisions. Brad had borrowed money to…
Transforming the Public Trustee
The Public Trustee dedicated 2023 to becoming a more client focused and responsive organisation. We have prioritised building strong and committed relationships with our clients…
Public Trustee making significant improvements to culture and delivery of services
Over the past year, the Public Trustee has undergone a period of unprecedented organisational change including implementing the recommendations of the Independent Review into the…
The important Four Documents information session
Come and join us, Palliative Care Tasmania, and the Office of the Public Guardian for a free education session. This online event will focus on…
Annual Report shows Public Trustee putting clients first
The Public Trustee CEO, Todd Kennedy, says the Public Trustee is committed to providing Tasmanians with the best possible services and has welcomed the tabling…