Epilepsy Tasmania

Epilepsy Tasmania Not-for-profit organisation providing education, services and support to Tasmanians with epilepsy What is Epilepsy? Epilepsy is not contagious.

Epilepsy Tasmania has been supporting Tasmanians with epilepsy
for over 50 years.

20,000 Tasmanians have epilepsy and this impacts around 80,000 of their family members, colleagues and friends - that’s one-fifth of Tasmania’s population! Epilepsy Tasmania is a not-for-profit community organisation improving the quality of life of Tasmanians with epilepsy, and those around them, through education

, coordination and support. Even in Tasmania, epilepsy still has a stigma that causes hurt and frustration: more than half have experienced discrimination as a result of their condition. If you have been diagnosed with epilepsy, Epilepsy Tasmania can help you:
- Communicate better with your medical specialist.
- Create an Epilepsy Friendly Workplace.
- Make your school Epilepsy Smart.
- Teach your family seizure first aid and medication administration.
- Establish valuable support systems.
- Live well with epilepsy. Epilepsy is a common brain condition that takes the form of recurring seizures. Epilepsy is not due to the effects of drugs or alcohol, although some onlookers may assume this is the case. Anyone can develop epilepsy and it can develop at any age.

1 in 25 Australians will develop epilepsy during their life.

1 in 10 will experience a seizure during their life.

Every step you take and every dollar you raise makes a difference. We want to celebrate every milestone with you and her...
30/08/2026

Every step you take and every dollar you raise makes a difference.
We want to celebrate every milestone with you and here's a great incentive to encourage you and your network of supporters.
By raising $250 by 7 September 2026, you will be in the draw to win a Walk for Epilepsy t-shirt.
Go Tassie Team.
https://www.walkforepilepsy.org.au/event/tas

Are you ready to take up the challenge? 👟💜By walking, running, or riding 100km in 25 days, you will be moving and raisin...
24/08/2026

Are you ready to take up the challenge? 👟💜

By walking, running, or riding 100km in 25 days, you will be moving and raising vital awareness for the 1 in 25 Australians diagnosed with epilepsy in their lifetime.

Every single kilometre you clock supports individuals and families living with epilepsy.

Hit milestones along the way and join a community moving for moments of hope and resilience.

However you choose to take part, your journey matters. Let’s bring epilepsy out of the shadows together!

👉 Register https://www.walkforepilepsy.org.au/event/tas

20/08/2026

The 1 in 25 Challenge is back 👟
What does this mean?

By walking, running or riding 100km in 25 days (at your own pace) this challenge is designed to keep you moving and raising awareness for the 1 in 25 Australians who are diagnosed with epilepsy in their lifetime.

AND for those of you who want that extra challenge and want to take it further... we're introducing the 1 in 25 Legends Challenge 💪
1,000km in 25 days. Built for those who want to push distance, discipline and determination even further. Do you dare step it up a notch or two?

However you take part, every kilometre and every moment of your journey helps support people living with epilepsy and their families 💜

This is your challenge.
Go at your pace and create your impact.

Move for the Moments. Shop for the merch. 💜The official gear is here! Grab your t-shirts, singlets, tanks, and hoodies t...
19/08/2026

Move for the Moments. Shop for the merch. 💜
The official gear is here!
Grab your t-shirts, singlets, tanks, and hoodies today to represent the movement in style.
Hit the link below to get yours now! 👇🔗
https://www.epilepsytasmania.theprintbar.com

13/08/2026

Today we welcome Professor Mark Cook as another wonderful Walk for Epilepsy 2026 Ambassador! 💜

Professor Cook, who grew up with a father who had epilepsy, is now an internationally recognised neurologist and researcher, based in Melbourne.

👨‍⚕️His patients call him the "Rockstar of Neurology!" 🎸🧠

As well as being a leader in epilepsy management, particularly in imaging and surgical planning, he continues to drive groundbreaking research that is changing lives. 🚀🔬

In 2023 Professor Cook was awarded an Officer in the Order of Australia (AO) for his distinguished service to neurological medicine and research. 🎖️✨

Thank you Professor Cook for the incredible work you do and for "Moving for the Moments" during the 2026 Walk for Epilepsy Campaign. 🚶‍♂️

👟Every moment matters! 🕒💜

https://www.walkforepilepsy.org.au/event/tas
[email protected]
63 446881

11/08/2026

Today we want to introduce and welcome another of our wonderful Walk for Epilepsy 2026 ambassadors.

Stella Klim, model and advocate, lives with epilepsy and uses her platform to challenge stigma and show what it means to live fully, confidently, and visibly with the condition.

Thank you Stella and to all of you who this October will "Move for the Moment." 💜

Every moment matters!

https://www.walkforepilepsy.org.au/event/tas

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 63446881

06/08/2026

This year, we're proud to be supported by three incredible national ambassadors who each bring a powerful perspective to Walk for Epilepsy 2026.

Today we want to introduce and welcome Neil Balme, AFL Legend.

Neil lives with epilepsy and continues to be a powerful voice for awareness, strength, and resilience in the face of diagnosis. Neil's unwavering support has made him a staple of the Walk for Epilepsy campaign, with this being his fourth year as an ambassador. 💜

Stay tuned as next week we will introduce our other incredible ambassadors. 💜

Thank you Neil and to all of you who this October will "Move for the Moment."

https://www.walkforepilepsy.org.au/events

Today marks another important step forward for the epilepsy community in AustraliaThis afternoon, Epilepsy Tasmania is a...
04/08/2026

Today marks another important step forward for the epilepsy community in Australia

This afternoon, Epilepsy Tasmania is appearing before the Senate Committee Inquiry into Epilepsy in Australia at the Hotel Grand Chancellor, Launceston. Starting at 2:15 pm, our team, headed by Paul Quilliam, CEO, will stand alongside local Tasmanians sharing their lived experiences, to ensure our voices are heard loud and clear by decision-makers.

Epilepsy is so much more than just seizures. It impacts safety, independence, education, work, mental health, and relationships every single day

To everyone who shared their story or made a submission, Thank you for trusting us with your experiences. We are carrying your voices into the room with us today.

This hearing is a huge milestone in a much longer journey, but is a vital opportunity to ensure decision makers truly understand the support, recognition and understanding that those in our community impacted by epilepsy need. 💜

📺 Watch the hearing live on ParlView here: https://www.youtube.com/

Listen to the livestream on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7qAvrgp8fE

Australia’s biggest epilepsy event of the year is back - and registrations are officially open!This year, Walk for Epile...
31/07/2026

Australia’s biggest epilepsy event of the year is back - and registrations are officially open!

This year, Walk for Epilepsy is all about Moving for the Moments, because epilepsy is more than seizures. It’s a journey shaped by countless moments.
The challenges, uncertainty, resilience, and strength required to navigate the unknown.

With 1 in 25 Australians being diagnosed with epilepsy in their lifetime, its impact can influence daily life, choices, opportunities, and wellbeing.

How will you Move for the Moments?

🟣 Walk / Run / Ride 100km Challenge Challenge yourself to complete 100 kilometres throughout October.

🟣 NEW for 2026 — Legends Challenge Take on the incredible 1,000km Legends Challenge and become one of our Walk for Epilepsy Legends.

🟣 Move Your Way Create your own challenge. Walk, run, ride, roll or move in whatever way works for you, because every movement creates momentum.

Every moment creates impact.

Walk for Epilepsy isn’t just about individual challenges. It’s about bringing together families, workplaces, schools, sporting clubs and communities to show people living with epilepsy that they are never alone. .

All funds raised will support people living with epilepsy and their families in the moments that matter most, through information and resources, education and training, advocacy and connection services.

Register early and be rewarded!
The first 250 people to register will receive an exclusive Walk for Epilepsy 2026 cap—our first of many incentives and prizes we'll be announcing throughout the campaign.

Register Now: https://www.walkforepilepsy.org.au/register/tas

💜THANK YOU! 💜

Address

Unit 10/31 Thistle Street
Launceston, TAS
7250

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+61363446881

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Epilepsy Tasmania posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Epilepsy Tasmania:

Shortcuts

Share