Ten community organisations across Tasmania have received funding through the Carers Small Grants Program to mark National Carers Week, which runs from 12 to 18 October 2025. The initiative aims to recognise the contribution of more than 87,000 Tasmanians who provide unpaid care for family members and friends.
Minister for Community and Multicultural Affairs, Madeleine Ogilvie, said the program reflects the value placed on carers and the importance of community connection. She noted that the grants will help create opportunities for carers to engage with one another and with local networks that understand their challenges.
“When we work together, helping Tasmanians deal with the challenges they face with compassion and commonsense, we move our state forward,” Minister Ogilvie said.
Organisations to receive funding include Kickstart Arts, Mental Health Families and Friends Tasmania, Geeveston Community Centre, Better Health 4 Dorset, Live Well Tasmania, Wellways Australia, West Moonah Community Action Group, Rokeby Neighbourhood Centre, Meals on Wheels Association of Tasmania and George Town Neighbourhood House.
Minister Ogilvie said National Carers Week provides an important moment to highlight the ongoing efforts of carers and to recognise the difference they make within households and communities across the state.
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