Launceston General Hospital has dominated the headlines in recent years in Tasmania, with a wave of horror stories. But as staff at the Royal Hobart see matters unfold publicly up north, they were fighting to be heard on the south end of the Apple Island too.
Some key people we refer to in this episode of the podcast and who they are:
Amanda Duncan - whistleblower nurse Launceston General Hospital
Gracie - whistleblower nurse Royal Hobart Hospital
Jeremy Rockliffe - Premier of Tasmania
Dr Peter Renshaw - a longtime executive of the Launceston General Hospital
Rosalie Woodruff - leader of the Tasmanian Greens Party
Will Gordon - whistleblower Launceston General Hospital
Acronyms you may hear and what they mean:
AHPRA - Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
AYDC - Ashley Youth Detention Centre
COI - Commission of Inquiry
LGH - Launceston General Hospital
RHH/ Royal Hobart - Royal Hobart Hospital
THS South - Tasmania Health System South (Hobart)
Important information for survivors:
Tasmania Police are ready to deal with reports that relate to any criminal activity, historic or ongoing, but only those that include other perpetrators. Call them on 131 444
Anyone struggling with their mental health and feelings of suicidal ideation or depression can call LIFELINE AUSTRALIA 13 11 14
Locals can reach Launceston counselling service Laurel House https://laurelhouse.org.au/
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