A bushwalker who suffered a head injury was transported to the Launceston General Hospital for treatment on Saturday by the Westpac Police Rescue Helicopter.
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Tasmania Police was notified of an Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon activation in the Leven Canyon vicinity by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority at 11.45am on Saturday. The Westpac helicopter was deployed to the scene to collect the injured man. He was part of a group of eight experienced bushwalkers from Victoria, Tasmania Police said.
The group was completing the Penguin to Cradle Trail via Leven Canyon when the man was injured. Tasmania Police said the bushwalkers were experienced and well equipped. Police praised the group for carrying the locator beacon, and reminded others of their importance when undertaking similar activities.
