“On behalf of Councillors and staff, I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of the young man who tragically lost his life over the weekend,” said Huon Valley Mayor Sally Doyle.
According to Tasmania Police, “Initial inquiries indicate the 17-year-old was felling trees with his father in the local area when he was struck by a falling branch. Tragically, he died at the scene. His father received non-life-threatening injuries.”
“Support services are freely available to anyone affected by this, or any other tragedy. Council also offers The Right Place program, which provides access to a range of supportive services and resources,” said Mayor Doyle.
Help is always available if you or someone you know needs support:
- Lifeline (24-hour) 13 11 14
- A Tasmanian Lifeline (8am – 8pm) 1800 984 434
- Beyond Blue (24-hour) 1300 22 4636
- Rural Alive & Well (RAW) (6am – 8pm) 1800 729 827
- Kids Helpline (24-hour) 1800 551 800
- https://www.huonvalley.tas.gov.au/services/my-community/the-right-place/