Public Sector Updates – South
Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH)
Members have raised ongoing concerns regarding bicycle thefts on hospital property, inadequate security measures, limited support for staff travelling to and from work outside normal business hours, and accessibility issues within the existing bicycle cage. View the latest update
Wards 7A, 2J, DCCM, IOC, Casual Pool, 3A, 2A, K10 West, K9 West, K9 East, K8 West & 6A
The ANMF received a change proposal Wednesday 22 July 2026 and attended a Medical and Cancer Services consultation meeting Wednesday 29 July 2026, regarding the proposed establishment of a dedicated Neurology and Stroke Ward on 7A at the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH). View the latest update
Wards K6E & K6W
The ANMF thanks members who attended the meeting on Thursday 30 July 2026. Members were introduced to the new ANMF organiser for the worksite and discussed ongoing concerns regarding stranded adolescent patients, including violence and aggression impacting nursing staff. View the latest update
Sub-Acute, Aged and Community Services
The ANMF has received further correspondence from the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) regarding its overdue response to the ANMF’s feedback on the proposed Sub-Acute, Aged and Community Services (SAACS) Argyle Street Move Change Proposal. View the latest update
Statewide Mental Health Service South
The ANMF has consulted with members of Statewide Mental Health Services (SMHS) regarding the change proposal for the relocation of some teams and staff from 110 Collins Street to 175 Collins Street. View the latest update
Updates are correct as of 13 August 2026.
Authorised by Emily Shepherd, ANMF Tasmanian Branch Secretary
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