In light of recent announcements this information is to support anyone facing uncertainty with their employment at James Boag Brewery in Launceston. If you need to speak to someone about the impact your job situation is having on you and/or your family, reach out to a service listed in the Looking after yourself section below.
The Australian and Tasmanian Governments provide a wide range of supports and services for any worker, and their families, who lose their job through retrenchment. Further information on the Tasmanian Government supports and services can be found at Boags Brewery | Business Tasmania.
Social Supports
There are a range of services designed to support individuals facing financial hardship and urgent basic needs. These services include food assistance (such as hampers and vouchers), help with paying utility bills and rent arrears, access to clothing and essential household items, and referrals to housing support, mental health services, and financial counselling. Additional support is available for families and individuals experiencing domestic violence or homelessness.
| Centrelink – Services Australia | Access to Australian Government payments and services to support you. | Level 1/8 Boland St, Launceston, TAS, 7250 Alternatively, you can access the Find Us tool online. Enter your location and the type of service you are seeking to find a service centre near you. |
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| Northern Suburbs Community Centre – Mowbray | Offer services including community family workers, family support, support with the No Interest Loan Scheme (NILS), everyday literacy programs, community lunches and community gardens to those in the northern suburbs of Launceston including Lilydale, Rocherlea, Mayfield, Newnham, Mowbray and Invermay. | Dover Street, Mowbray, TAS 7248 Call: 03 6326 6776 9 am to 5 pm Mon-Fri |
| Northern Suburbs Community Centre – Newnham | Offer services including community family workers, family support, support with the No Interest Loan Scheme (NILS), everyday literacy programs, community lunches and community gardens to those in the northern suburbs of Launceston including Lilydale, Rocherlea, Mayfield, Newnham, Mowbray and Invermay. | 49 George Town Road, Newnham, TAS, 7248 Call: 03 6326 5506 9 am to 5 pm Mon-Fri |
| Starting Point Neighbourhood House | Offer services including Ravenswood Men’s and Community Shed, support with No Interest Loan Scheme (NILS), community garden, food access opportunities, health and wellbeing sessions, tax help, access to computers, training and information workshops and literacy support. | 6 Prossers Forest Road, Ravenswood, TAS, 7250 Call: 0457 228 331 9 am to 3 pm Mon-Thu and 9 am to 12 pm Fri |
| CatholicCare Victoria Tas | 201 York St, Launceston, TAS, 7250 | Call: 1800 819 447 Mon–Fri: 9 am to 5 pm |
| The Salvation Army (Tasmania) Property Trust | 111 Elizabeth Street, Launceston, TAS, 7250 | TSA’s Tasmanian Phone Assistance Line (PAL) Call: 03 6208 1488 Call: 03 6323 7500 Mon–Fri: 8:45 am to 4:15 pm |
| St. Vincent De Paul Society (Tasmania) Inc | 10 Boland Street, Launceston, TAS, 7250 | Call: 13 18 12 or 03 6333 0822 Mon–Fri: 9 am to 5 pm |
| Launceston Benevolent Society Incorporated | 5 Innocent Street, Launceston, TAS, 7249 | Call: 03 6344 4213 Appointments preferred Mon–Fri: 9 am to 3 pm |
| The Helping Hand Association Incorporated | 2 Marlborough, Longford, TAS, 7301 | Call: 03 6391 2484 helpinghandatlongford@gmail.com |
| The Launceston City Missions Inc. | 48 Frederick Street, Launceston, TAS, 7250 | Call: 03 6335 3000 Mon–Fri: 8:45 am to 4:30 pm |
Looking after yourself
| Health and Wellbeing | Losing your job can be a difficult time. Talk to someone about taking care of you and your family’s mental health. | Beyond Blue Lifeline Australia Launceston Medicare Mental Health Centre Access Mental Health Helpline Royal Flying Doctor Service Primary Health Support |
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| Support for young people | Mental health support for young people aged 16-25 years. | Headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation |
| Support for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders | 13YARN is the first national crisis support line for mob who are feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping. They offer a confidential one-on-one yarning opportunity with a Lifeline-trained Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Crisis Supporter who can provide crisis support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 13YARN empowers their community with the opportunity to yarn without judgement and provide a culturally safe space to speak about their needs, worries or concerns. | 13YARN – Call 13 92 76 | 24/7 Crisis support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders |
Financial assistance and advice
| Financial assistance | People older than 22 and below the pension age may be eligible for income support payments. * a copy of your Letter of Termination (or Consultation Letter) and your last payslip will be required. | Payment and Service Finder Apply online or call: 132 850 |
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| Financial Information Service | Services Australia’s free Financial Information Service is available to everyone. | Call: 132 300 (Say “Financial Information Service” when prompted). |
| Financial counselling | If you feel concerned about your financial situation, speak with a financial counsellor as soon as possible. | National Debt Helpline Mob Strong Debt Helpline, for Indigenous Australians |
Contact
For any enquiries about employment supports and programs and other services, please email the Retrenchments team at the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations at retrenchment@dewr.gov.au.
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