Southern District

📞 Hobart 24‑Hour Phone Line

The 24-hour phone line is looking for volunteers to answer the AA phone. Please e-mail us on contactus@aatasmania.org to register your interest. Please provide your phone number in your email so we can contact you.

🏥 Hospitals & Institutions (H&I)

The Roster has vacancies and is looking for volunteers to visit the Creek Road Rehab Centre on Fridays at 7:00pm. Please e-mail us on Contactus@aatasmania.org to register your interest. Please provide your phone number in your email so we can contact you.

Area E Committee

🎗️ Alternate Delegate

The Alternate Delegate works closely with the Delegate, communicating with groups and participating in Area activities and service events.

The Alternate Delegate may perform some special functions of the Area Committee and serve on Area sub committees. The Alternate Area Delegate should be prepared to serve as Delegate if necessary.

This is the section from the Australian AA Service Manual on what makes a good delegate. It is suggested that an Alternate Area Delegate should have at least 5 years sobriety. 3-year term.

Vacancy now open. Nomination/election will take place at next Area Assembly on 26th September 2026.

🪑 Chairperson

The chairperson serves Area Assembly as its meeting chair. His or her leadership helps to instil in others an interest in service within Tasmania. It also helps them make sure that some action is taken on all matters coming before the meeting. The ideal Chairperson has considerable planning ability and will be able to conduct meetings in an orderly manner.

It is suggested that the Area Chair should have at least 3 years sobriety. 2-year term. Vacancy on 8 November 2026.

🗂️ Secretary

A good Secretary can add great vitality and drive to the Area Committee. He or she is responsible for preparing emails and agendas which will bring people to Area Assemblies. The Secretary is also responsible for taking minutes of meetings, keeping mailing lists up to date and for getting out mailings. The job demands considerable time and needs to be carried out on schedule; this takes commitment. Computer skills are essential.

It is suggested that the Area Secretary should have at least 2 years sobriety.  2 Year Term. Vacancy on 8 November 2026.

Service Opportunities

Area E Committee continued

💰 Treasurer

The Area Treasurer should be a responsible person who can keep good records and handle money with integrity. The Treasurer is responsible for receiving and keeping a record of contributions into the Area E bank account to ensure the Area’s finances are accurately reported to members and are managed prudently and in line with the AA Traditions.

The Treasurer pays all area expenses including Conference levies, committee members approved expenses, Area initiatives, mailing costs etc and provides a treasurer report at each Area Assembly detailing income and expenditure. 

The Treasurer also makes recommendations on expenditure bearing in mind our prudent reserve, which is the minimum the Area keeps on hand to cover annual expenses.

It is suggested that Area Treasurer should have at least 2 years sobriety.  2-year term.

Vacancy on 8 November 2026.

🌐 Website & Online Services Coordinator

The Website Coordinator is responsible for maintaining and developing the AA website and online services to ensure that accurate, up-to-date, and accessible information is available to members of Alcoholics Anonymous, those seeking help with a drinking problem, professionals, and the public.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Performing website administration tasks and ensuring website availability

  • Ensuring key online services are available, including Zoom administration, as required.

  • Maintaining website content and ensuring information is current and accurate

  • Updating event and announcements as requested by relevant AA service bodies.

  • Monitoring website functionality and coordinating IT technical support when required.

  • Ensuring the website reflects AA Traditions, Concepts, and guidelines for public information and anonymity.

  • Working collaboratively with AEC website committee members to publish approved information.

  • Assisting with the development of new website features and improvements that enhance accessibility and usability.

  • Maintaining appropriate security, privacy, and data protection practices.

  • Monitoring website enquiries and ensuring they are directed to the appropriate Area E service contacts.

  • Providing periodic reports on website activity, maintenance needs, and development opportunities.

Desired qualities:

  • Reliability and commitment to AA service.

  • Understanding of website management and online communications including Zoom administration

  • Respect for AA Traditions, particularly those relating to anonymity and public information.

  • Ability to work cooperatively with committees and service structures.

  • Attention to detail and good organisational skills.

    It is suggested that the Website and Online Services Coordinator should have at least 2 years sobriety. 
    2-year term. Vacancy on 8 November 2026