Public Sector Updates – North

Launceston General Hospital (LGH)

Emergency Department (ED)

The ANMF has issued a public media release following further catastrophic reports from LGH ED nurses overnight (Monday 2 – Tuesday 3 March 2026), confirming that the ED is operating at critical overcapacity with unsafe staffing levels and escalating risks to both staff and patients. View the latest update.

Updates are correct as of 11 March 2026.
Authorised by Emily Shepherd, ANMF Tasmanian Branch Secretary

ASSISTANCE & SUPPORT

Member Support Team: The ANMF Tasmanian Branch is 8000 plus members strong! Supporting nurses, midwives, and care workers as the only union in Tasmania employing nurses and care workers to represent members. This is why our Organisers and Member Support Team are uniquely positioned to understand your experiences, represent you in your workplace, and offer industrial advice that’s relevant to you. Please contact our Member Support Team if you need workplace support, would like to discuss any matters or raise a concern. Alternatively, you can send an email outlining your concerns to our team - membersupport@anmftas.org.au. Email is the preferred and fastest way of contacting the team, however if your matter is urgent, please phone (03) 6223 6777 or 1800 001 241 if you are outside of Hobart.

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