Category: News
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Seniors Mobile Phone and Computer Sessions in Ouse
COTA Tasmania is hosting 1:1 Support sessions for Seniors with a local volunteer mentor at Ash Cottage, Ouse. Book your individual session now and get the help you need with what you want to do on your mobile phone or computer (laptop, iPad, tablet). First session is 18th April 10am – 1pm Bookings and enquiries: …
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Seniors Mobile Phone and Computer Sessions – Ouse
COTA Tasmania is commencing regular 1:1 Support sessions for Seniors with a local volunteer mentor at Ash Cottage, Ouse.
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COTA and Regional Jobs hub support Mature age workers on the north west
West by North West Working Jobs Hub and COTA Tasmania are holding an expo aimed for those 45 and over, looking at navigating various aspects of their life ranging from employment, education, training, or retirement.
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COTA Tasmania and Tas Men’s Shed get Creative again for 2023!
We are very excited to announce our 2nd creative sculpture competition with the Tasmanian Men’s Shed Association! After the success of our 2022 Sculpture Competition this year we are CELEBRATING!
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COTA is hiring!
Come and work with us!!! COTA Tasmania is on the look out for a Team Leader for our Care Finder team who support older Tasmanians to navigate the aged care system.
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Our CEO Craig Chadwick’s opinion piece in today’s The Mercury Newspaper, shedding the light on Elder Abuse ahead of our annual Walk Against Elder Abuse Walks in June.
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State of the Older Nation 2023
This landmark report on the experiences and views of Older Australians is the third of the COTA Federation’s State Of The Older Nation (SOTON) reports.
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New AHRI report
The Australian Human Rights Commission is pleased to support once again the AHRI older worker survey. This year’s survey provides interesting insights into HR professionals’ attitudes and behaviours towards older workers, as employers emerge from the pandemic and face labour shortages due to limited
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UTAS Undergraduate Certificate in Community Support fee-free again for Semester 2 (July 10 start)
UTAS Undergraduate Certificate in Community Support is fee-free again for Semester 2 (July 10 start)
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Now hiring – Events and Communications Coordinator
We’re looking for a new Events and Communications Coordinator. Visit our careers page for more information.
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COTA commends Tasmanian Government on strategy addressing elder abuse
COTA Tasmania, the leading advocate for older Tasmanians has congratulated the Tasmanian Government on the launch of its strategy aimed at combating elder abuse.
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New Tasmanian elder abuse Strategy Launched at Hobart Walk Against Elder Abuse
On World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, 15 June 2023, the Tasmanian Government launched Tasmania’s third strategy addressing the abuse of older Tasmanians – Lifelong Respect: Tasmania’s Strategy to end the abuse of older people (Elder Abuse) 2023-2029. The strategy was launched by the Minister for Community Services and Development, Nic Street, at the Hobart Walk…
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Now hiring – Project Officer Elder Abuse Prevention
We’re looking for a new Elder Abuse Prevention Project Officer. Visit our Careers page for more information.
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2023 Seniors Week Guide is Live!
Events have been locked in, the dates scheduled – 2023 Seniors Week is headed your way 16-22 October!
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Seniors Week Launch Party – come and join us on 15th October!
We are hosting a party to start our Seniors Week 2023 off with a bang!
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Navigating a Journey 45+ Expo Ulverstone – creating connection and confidence!
Our second Navigating a Journey 45+ Expo with West North West Jobs Hub was a great success.
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COTA AGM welcomes new Board Directors
On 29th November we held our AGM held at The Tasmanian Hockey Centre.
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2024 – 2025 Budget Priorities Statement
We are pleased to share with you are 2024-2025 Budget Priorities Statement, submitted to the Government on 30th November 2023.
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Print Radio talks to COTA Tasmania
COTA Tasmania CEO, Sue Leitch, recently visited the Print Radio offices to speak to Elizabeth McDonald about our work and current Active Ageing Consultation project.
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Channel Men’s Shed wins Inaugural Sculpture Competition
The Tasmanian Men’s Shed Association held a sculpture competition in conjunction with COTA Tasmania’s recent Active Ageing Consultation Project. Ten entries were received showcasing the craftmanship of 6 different sheds.
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Fourth dose now available – COVID 19 Vaccinations
An additional booster, or fourth dose, is recommended for people at increased risk of severe illness, to be given 3 months after their first booster dose.
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H.E.A.R Active Ageing Consultation completed!
Below is a snapshot of where our team visited recently as part of the Active Ageing Strategy Consultation colloquially dubbed H.E.A.R (Healthy, Engaged And Resilient). The project was facilitated by COTA Tasmania over several months on behalf of the State Government, who will use the findings and
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COTA Tasmania has a new CEO
Craig Chadwick has been appointed the new Chief Executive Officer of COTA Tasmania, the peak organisation advocating for the rights of Older Tasmanians.
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Would you like to join our Board?
The Council on the Ageing (Tasmania) Inc. is seeking expressions of interest from people interested in joining our Board.
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Seniors Week 2022 Launch a hit!
Around 60 people joined us at Penguin Surf Life Saving Club yesterday to launch this year’s week of activities promoting connection and activity for Tasmania’s seniors.
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It’s Seniors Week 2022
It’s Seniors Week 2022 – our 12th year promoting connection and activities across the state.
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Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation Amendment Bill 2022 tabled in Parliament
The Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation Amendment Bill 2022 will reduce the disadvantage experienced by older Tasmanian workers injured at an older age, by doubling the time before the age-related ending of workers compensation provisions kick in.
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Older Tasmanians have their say in the next Active Ageing strategy
Over 1,500 community members had their say as part of our H.E.A.R Active Ageing Consultation and this lived experience will shape the development of a new six-year Active Ageing strategy for Tasmania 2023-2029.
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ABC Radio interview – digital literacy and ageing well
Our CEO, Craig Chadwick, spoke to Mel Bush on ABC Radio Hobart recently about the themes that came out of our recent launch of the H.E.A.R Active Ageing Strategy, including digital literacy, aged care navigation and social isolation.
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COVID-19 Risk Level in Tasmania raised to MODERATE
Tasmania has raised the official COVID-19 Risk Level to MODERATE as the State continues to experience increases in COVID-19 cases.