A man has been arrested following what is believed to have been a nearly 5-hour standoff with police in the state’s north. Police were called to Rutherglen Road near Hadspen, south-west of Launceston, around 6:45pm on Thursday following reports of a “man walking on the road”. Shortly after 8pm, police confirmed that Rutherglen Road had […]
Thu Jan 18, 2024 - 11:35pmA pedestrian has been injured after they were struck by a car on a greater Hobart road tonight, police say. South Arm Road is currently closed between Rokeby and Lauderdale, from the intersection of Acton Road and Oakdowns Parade, following the incident that was reported around 10pm on Thursday. Police are diverting traffic away from […]
Thu Jan 18, 2024 - 10:40pmPremier Jeremy Rockliff has been quick to shut down the idea that Tasmania may be heading towards an early state election following recent speculation. Speaking in the state’s north on Thursday, Premier Rockliff confirmed that the Liberal Party is gearing up for an election but denied any plans for an early one. “We’re three quarters […]
Thu Jan 18, 2024 - 3:55pmTwo lanes heading towards the eastern shore on Hobart’s Tasman Bridge have been closed by emergency services this afternoon. Police are asking motorists to avoid the area and to anticipate delays while officers respond to an “isolated incident” on the bridge. City-bound traffic is also being impacted by the lane closures and a reduced speed […]
Thu Jan 18, 2024 - 2:20pmThe JackJumpers have announced Head Coach Scott Roth ‘will finish his career in Tasmania’, inking a contract extension to remain at the club until the end of the 2026-27 season. “We’re pleased to announce Scott’s commitment to the club for the next 3 seasons and to continue to build sustained success for the club both […]
Thu Jan 18, 2024 - 2:13pmAntique firearms manufactured prior to 1900 will now need to be licensed and registered in Tasmania. Previously, antique firearms were exempt from licence, registration and storage requirements under the Firearms Act 1996. Tasmania Police Commissioner Donna Adams recently cancelled the exemption clause following a review that revealed its inconsistency with the intent of the Firearms Act. […]
Thu Jan 18, 2024 - 1:45pmThe decline in the population of Tasmanian devils has had significant genetic effects on the spotted-tailed quoll, according to researchers at the University of Tasmania (UTAS). The study published in Nature Ecology & Evolution found that a reduced competition for prey due to the decline in devil numbers has led to increased activity in quolls. […]
Thu Jan 18, 2024 - 12:00pmA warning has been issued by the Clarence City Council after a resident spotted a snake slithering along a popular beach in the municipality. The council are urging people to exercise caution during the warmer months after the snake was seen on Seven Mile Beach. “Snakes love summer too,” the council said, alongside a video […]
Thu Jan 18, 2024 - 11:55amA young motorcyclist, who had only held a learner’s licence for just six months, has been fined after he was caught speeding down the East Tamar Highway at 140km/h. Highway Patrol detected the 17-year-old travelling along the Launceston highway between Mowbray and Newnham around 7pm on Wednesday. Senior Constable Christopher Rockliff said the rider was […]
Thu Jan 18, 2024 - 11:30amThe narrow pathways on Hobart’s Tasman Bridge have highlighted the need for upgrades to pedestrian and cycling infrastructure. An elderly man on a mobility scooter was recently forced to reverse for 15 minutes to let a cargo bike pass on the bridge’s narrow pathway. The incident involved other cyclists having to lift their bikes around […]
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