News and Stories
Invitation from the Department of Justice for comments on Guardianship law changes
The Department of Justice is working on a proposal to change Tasmania’s guardianship laws to make the system work better. We (the Department of Justice)…
Tasmania’s Public Trustee has used world animal day to get Tasmanians thinking about pet care planning
World Animal Day, it’s a good time to think about what might happen to your pet if you were unable to look after it. The…
The Big 3: Make you financial, medical and legal wishes known
Have you made your financial, medical and legal wishes known? In October as part of Seniors Week 2022, we held four seminars across the state…
Guardianship and Administration Amendment Bill
The Public Trustee are appointed to take on trusted roles at difficult times in people’s lives. We are appointed to provide important safety net financial administration support…
We all have a role in preventing elder abuse
The Public Trustee recently participated in the COTA Tasmania’s Walk against Elder abuse to help raise awareness to stamp out ageism and abuse. Elder abuse…
Updated Public Trustee Ministerial Charter
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…
Speak Out Tasmania Disability Expos – Gearing up for Choice and Control
The Public Trustee is excited to attend and be part of the Speak Out Tasmania Disability Expos – Gearing up for Choice and Control in…
A message from our new CEO, Todd Kennedy
Todd Kennedy has joined the Public Trustee team as the Chief Executive Officer. In his first address, he wanted to let clients and the community…
Public Trustee welcomes Government support
The Public Trustee has welcomed today’s announcement by the State Government of additional support to allow for the implementation of the findings of the Independent Review. CEO, Todd Kennedy…