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Poker machine reforms will protect Tasmanians’ mental health and save lives

The introduction of a universal poker machine card system will help to protect Tasmanians’ mental health and prevent gambling-related suicide. Read more
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Preventing harm, saving lives

The Needle and Syringe Program (NSP) is a successful public health initiative that reduces the transmission of blood-borne viruses in the community. NSP outlets are funded by government and are delivered by Anglicare in Hobart, Glenorchy and Burnie. Read more
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High demand for alcohol and other drug services

Anglicare Tasmania supports the call by the Alcohol, Tobacco and other Drugs Council (ATDC) for greater investment in local services for people seeking support related to alcohol and other drug (AOD) use. Read more

Leap into learning with HIPPY

Do you live in and around Launceston and care for a child who was born in 2021? Anglicare Tasmania is taking expressions of interest for next year's free, home-based program that will get them ready for the classroom.  Read more
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3 March is World Hearing Day

3 March is World Hearing Day. Healthy hearing is essential to maintaining quality of life. Read more

Launceston Basketball Association ‘gets into the game’

Basketball in Northern Tasmania is supporting the good health of young players by highlighting the risks of sports-betting. The Launceston Basketball Association (LBA) is the latest sign-up to the Get into the Game program run by Anglicare Tasmania. Read more

A golden opportunity

A work placement at Anglicare Tasmania can open the door to a satisfying career in social work. Ivana (pictured above right) shares her story. Read more

Financial counselling service adapts to need

Anglicare’s financial counsellors are committed to supporting Tasmanians to build the resilience they need to weather the current cost of living crisis. Read more

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