Learn about recent happenings and initiatives from the Department of Justice and our Ministers.
For recent media releases go to the Premier of Tasmania's website.
In focus
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New report on local government conduct
01 September 2026
The Office of Local Government has released a new report detailing the utilisation, costs, and key trends of the Code of Conduct framework.
New report on local government conduct
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Stay scam smart this Seniors Month
21 August 2026
Learn how to protect yourself from scams, fraud and unfair practices with a free consumer awareness session.
Stay scam smart this Seniors Month
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Have your say on the review of Tasmania's coronial system
12 August 2026
The Tasmanian Law Reform Institute is reviewing the Coroners Act 1995 (Tas) and is seeking feedback from people with experience of Tasmania's coronial system
Have your say on the review of Tasmania's coronial system
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Third Party Review of Court Backlogs
12 August 2026
The final report of an independent review of backlogs in Tasmania’s court system has been released, outlining 20 recommendations aimed at reducing the backlogs
Third Party Review of Court Backlogs
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Historical Forced Adoption Redress Scheme opens
15 June 2026
The Historical Forced Adoption Redress Scheme has opened for mothers who were pressured or compelled to give up their babies for adoption.
Historical Forced Adoption Redress Scheme opens
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Future use of Ashley Youth Detention Centre
02 June 2026
Information on the Government’s intention for the future use of the Ashley Youth Detention Centre.
Future use of Ashley Youth Detention Centre
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New recruitment campaign launched to strengthen Tasmania's Corrections workforce
09 April 2026
The Tasmania Prison Service’s new Correctional Officer Recruitment Campaign has officially launched.
New recruitment campaign launched to strengthen Tasmania's Corrections workforce
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Interim Historical Forced Adoption Redress Scheme opens in Tasmania
16 March 2026
An interim redress scheme offering support for mothers affected by historical forced adoption practices is now open for applications.
Interim Historical Forced Adoption Redress Scheme opens in Tasmania
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Shape the future of children’s advocacy in Tasmania
26 February 2026
Expressions of Interest open for Tasmanians aged between 16-21 to be a member of the Commission for Children and Young People Youth Selection Panel.
Shape the future of children’s advocacy in Tasmania
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Get ready: Renewing RWVPs early
20 January 2026
Anyone who needs to renew their RWVP in 2026 is being encouraged to renew early – up to 3 months before their RWVP expires.
Get ready: Renewing RWVPs early
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Making it easier to volunteer: Fee relief for RWVP
01 January 2026
For two years starting 1 January 2026, the Tasmanian Government is providing fee relief for volunteers who need a Registration to Work with Vulnerable People.
Making it easier to volunteer: Fee relief for RWVP
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New application process for accessing private sessions information
27 November 2025
For individuals who participated in a private session with a Commission of Inquiry and wish to obtain a copy of their own information.
New application process for accessing private sessions information
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Changes to notifying reportable behaviour
12 November 2025
Another recommendation from the COI has now been fulfilled.
Changes to notifying reportable behaviour
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Department of Justice Annual Report 2024-25
04 November 2025
The Department of Justice Annual Report 2024-25 was tabled in Parliament on 4 November 2025.
Department of Justice Annual Report 2024-25
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Tasmania's Plan for Closing the Gap 2025-2028
05 September 2025
The Tasmanian Government has set out a plan to progress priority reforms.
Tasmania's Plan for Closing the Gap 2025-2028
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Replacement Burnie Courts Complex development application submitted
05 September 2025
The Department of Justice continues to progress this important project in the State's North West.
Replacement Burnie Courts Complex development application submitted
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New agreement strengthens oversight of child safety in Tasmania
03 September 2025
A new Memorandum of Understanding will enhance collaboration and information sharing between key oversight bodies to better protect children and young people.
New agreement strengthens oversight of child safety in Tasmania
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Great Balls of Fibre: Knitting change from the inside out
23 July 2025
A knitting group creating healthy habits for prisoners at the Risdon Prison Complex
Great Balls of Fibre: Knitting change from the inside out
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Law Week Tasmania 2025 program of events released
30 April 2025
Designed to help Tasmanians gain a better understanding of the law, a range of free Law Week events are open to the public in May.
Law Week Tasmania 2025 program of events released
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Apologising to victim-survivors of institutional child sexual abuse
04 March 2025
We have released a resource to support institutional representatives to deliver meaningful, trauma-informed apologies to victim-survivors of child sexual abuse.
Apologising to victim-survivors of institutional child sexual abuse
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Changes to registration to work with vulnerable people requirements coming into effect 1 April 2025
13 February 2025
Two exemptions from the registration to work with vulnerable people laws have been removed to close the gaps in child safety.
Changes to registration to work with vulnerable people requirements coming into effect 1 April 2025
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30 Lessons (and counting)
19 November 2024
We have released a new reflective resource that captures key lessons, insights, and benefits to government workers of working with people with lived experience
30 Lessons (and counting)
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Department of Justice Annual Report 2023-24
17 October 2024
The Department of Justice Annual Report 2023-24 was tabled in Parliament on 17 October 2024.
Department of Justice Annual Report 2023-24
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Proposed changes to strengthen protections for vulnerable Tasmanians
07 October 2024
A news item on the release of the RWVP Amendment Regulations 2024 for public consultation.
Proposed changes to strengthen protections for vulnerable Tasmanians
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Bicentenary of the Supreme Court
07 May 2024
A series of events are planned to recognise 200 years of Tasmania’s Supreme Court on Friday 10 May 2024
Bicentenary of the Supreme Court
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New workers compensation claim forms and medical certificates for Tasmania
08 February 2023
New workers compensation claim forms and medical certificates for Tasmania. A WorkSafe Tasmania update.
New workers compensation claim forms and medical certificates for Tasmania
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Independent Review into legal assistance provided to state servants
18 December 2023
Independent Review to consider whether there are appropriate grounds to require any Public Officers to reimburse the Crown for legal assistance provided.
Independent Review into legal assistance provided to state servants
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Review into the Commissions of Inquiry Act 1995 - Terms of Reference
05 December 2023
At the request of the Attorney-General, a review is to be undertaken by the Tasmania Law Reform Institute with regard to the Commissions of Inquiry Act 1995
Review into the Commissions of Inquiry Act 1995 - Terms of Reference
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Department of Justice Annual Report 2022-23
19 October 2023
The Department of Justice Annual Report 2022-23 was tabled in Parliament on 19 October 2023.
Department of Justice Annual Report 2022-23
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Release of the Commission of Inquiry Final Report
26 September 2023
The Final Report of the Commission of Inquiry into the Tasmanian Government’s Responses to Child Sexual Abuse in Institutional Settings was tabled in Parliament
Release of the Commission of Inquiry Final Report
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Strategic Plan for Corrections in Tasmania 2023
05 June 2023
On 5 June 2023 the Minister for Corrections and Rehabilitation released Changing lives, creating futures A Strategic Plan for Corrections in Tasmania 2023
Strategic Plan for Corrections in Tasmania 2023
