BIAT is a voice for brain injury in Tasmania.

The Brain Injury Association of Tasmania is the peak body for people living with or affected by brain injury across the state.
How can BIAT assist me? →Learn more →
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Brain Injury Awareness Week 2020

The theme for BIA Week in 2020 is "Brain Injury in the Community" →

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BIAT and COVID-19

Read BIAT's statement and measures in response to the Coronavirus →

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How do I contact BIAT?

You can contact BIAT through our contact information, online form or social media →

About The Brain Injury Association of Tasmania (BIAT)

BIAT is a non-government, state-wide, not-for-profit organisation working for people with acquired brain injury (ABI), their families and other stakeholders.

A major role of BIAT is to promote community awareness and understanding of acquired brain injury, in terms of both prevention and the impact of ABI on the lives of individuals, families and the broader community.

Learn more about BIAT →

Latest News and Events

November 26, 2020

In the news: Brain injury in sport

Brain injury in sport continues to make news across sporting codes locally, nationally and internationally. Read more in these Mercury Newspaper articles.

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October 31, 2020

Concussion injuries taking a toll on young athletes, despite advances at elite level

Read this important ABC Hobart story, including interviews with Tasmanian athletes Zabreena Manjerovic, Holly Radburn and Liam Kendell; physiotherapist, Matt Jensen; and BIAT executive officer, Deborah Byrne.

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October 20, 2020

Hobart Royal Show Public Holiday

Please be advised that the Brain Injury Association of Tasmania office will be closed on Thursday 22nd and Friday 23rd of October.

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Would you like further assistance or information on brain injury?

Contact us - The Brain Injury Association of Tasmania (BIAT).

BIAT not only provides information for individuals, but also for family members, carers, service providers and the community in general, who are impacted by brain injury.

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Community Education

BIAT promotes brain injury prevention and safe behaviour through education programs and raises  community awareness around brain injury →

Brain Injury Assistance Card

BIAT can provide a Brain Injury Assistance Card if you have an acquired brain injury →

Peer Support Program

BIAT offers Peer Support Groups for people impacted by brain injury, and their families and carers →

Systemic Advocacy

BIAT looks at issues that impact on the lives of people with brain injury and their families, and lobbies government to affect change →