The magical Tasmanian lifestyle is no longer the hidden secret that it once was, with the last three years seeing an increase in attention across Australia on Tasmania not just as a holiday destination but as a place to live. With the entire state now being classified as a DPA location, we have clinics in Hobart CBD, the Eastern Shore, Sorell and Huonville that are currently open to applications from GPs. We asked our doctors why they love living and working in Tasmania and below are the key topics that kept coming up -

Lifestyle: The Tasmanian lifestyle is heralded as one of the best in Australia, with a relaxed pace and a focus on family, community, and work/life balance. With short commutes, very little traffic, the wilderness on your doorstep, and four distinct seasons, it offers a quality of life so good that those who try it don't want to leave!

Natural Beauty & Outdoor Activities: Tasmania is home to world-class activities, including hiking, mountain biking, fishing, surfing, sailing, diving, and golf. The state boasts incredible natural beauty, from alpine ranges, white sandy beaches, temperate rainforests to rugged coastlines - nearly half of the state is protected in National Parks and Reserves! This includes over 1 million ha of the Tasmanian Wilderness UNESCO World Heritage Area.

Environmentally Conscious: Tasmania has hit net zero carbon emissions for 5 years in a row and is powered by 100% renewable energy, with a target of 200% by 2040. The northwest region can also lay claim to the title of 'Cleanest Air in the World' measured at the Cape Grim Baseline Air Pollution Station.

Food: Enjoy exceptional organic produce with a paddock-to-plate focus, a choice of many local farmer's markets, world-class wineries and award-winning distilleries, plus a thriving restaurant scene which makes Tasmania a food lover's paradise.

Culture: Tasmania has seen a growth in the music, culture, festival, and arts scene, which has largely been driven by MONA, the Museum of Modern and New Art in Hobart.

If you are a General Practitioner who is interested in making the move to Tasmania then James Ower, Better Medical’s Tasmanian GP Recruitment Specialist, could be the ideal person to assist you. With over 10 years’ experience recruiting in Tasmania and assisting new arrivals to the State with every aspect of the relocation and onboarding process, he can provide unparalleled levels of support, guidance and knowledge.

To find out more about these opportunities and arrange an initial discussion, please contact James Ower at [email protected] or 0438916515.