News and Media
We run programs, workshops, and events to empower older Tasmanians. From community sessions to informative workshops, our work connects, supports, and advocates for positive ageing across the state.
Programs and Events that Empower Older Tasmanians Across the State
At COTA Tasmania, we deliver a wide range of programs, events, and workshops designed to support and uplift older people in our communities. Whether it’s practical information sessions, digital inclusion training, or forums on health and wellbeing, our initiatives are tailored to the real needs of Tasmanians as they age.
We engage with local communities across urban and regional areas, ensuring access and inclusion for all. Through these activities, we help older people stay informed, connected, and confident in making choices that support their independence and quality of life.
Media Releases – COTA Tasmania
- Media Releases
- Opinion Pieces
- Letters to the Editor
13 October – Seniors Week
COTA Tasmania – Budget Response
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4 August – Sunday Tasmanian – Geeveston residents’ concerns over lack of support
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15 June – The Mercury – Elder Abuse Awareness Coverage
14 June – Opinion Piece, The Mercury
Day to put elder abuse in spotlight
2 June – Opinion Piece, The Mercury
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COTA Tasmania appoints Brigid Wilkinson as permanent CEO – 3rd June
The COTA Board is delighted to have someone of the calibre of Brigid who with long-time expertise in the sector, and extensive professional credentials will lead our organisation going forward. As many of you would know from direct experience, Brigid is an articulate communicator, a passionate advocate for positive ageing, and a wonderful asset to our organisation, who is liked and respected by everyone she comes across from our stakeholders both in government and in the corporate sector through to other peak NFP bodies, and our COTA team.
CEO Appointment – Brigid Wilkinson 3 June 2024
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22 May – Letter to the Editor, Housing
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19th May – Opinion piece, The Mercury
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18 April – Opinion Piece, The Mercury
New Ministries abandon needs of older people
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14th February 2024 – Joint Media Release COTA and WIO Awareness Report LGBTIQ+ Media Release
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January 2024 – Ageism Conversations – The Mercury January 2024 (collated)
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14 October – COTA column for Seniors Week (Oct 16-22)(printed in the Examiner 29 Sept)
Examiner Advertising Feature 7 October 2023
Media Release COTA Seniors Week launch 2023
Examiner & Mercury 7th October 2023:
16 June 2023