A house in Tasmania’s rural north has been completely destroyed after a deliberately lit fire tore through the property. Police say emergency services were called to the home on Nettlefolds Road at Holwell, south of Beauty Point, around 5am on Saturday morning. Firefighters found the house “fully engulfed” upon arrival, with investigators later determining the […]
Sun Jan 14, 2024 - 11:00amA $10,000 donation in honour of Crown Princess Mary will be handed over to a Tasmanian Devil conservation group as the Hobart-born royal becomes the Queen of Denmark. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the Australian government will provide a $10,700 donation to Wildcare Tasmania to support efforts in ensuring the survival of the iconic creature. […]
Sun Jan 14, 2024 - 10:25amA single-vehicle crash in Geeveston has caused powerlines to fall, blocking a road intersection. Police and emergency services are currently at the scene near the intersection of Huon Highway and Scotts Road at Geeveston and are working to clear the area. The road will be partially blocked for larger vehicles until the fallen powerlines are […]
Sun Jan 14, 2024 - 8:50amKing Islanders will head to the polls next month to elect a new member for their local council after a councillor failed to attend three consecutive meetings. Councillor Sarina Laidler has not been seen at the past three King Island Council’s monthly meetings, meaning a by-election or recount must be called under the Local Government […]
Sun Jan 14, 2024 - 5:00amThe Tasmania Fire Service have issued an ‘avoid smoke’ warning as a late-night bushfire burns in Burnie. The blaze on Curraghmore Avenue in Shorewell Park was reported around 9:30pm on Saturday. The TFS say the smoke alert applies to people in the View Road, Park Grove, Montello and north to Burnie CBD areas. “There is a […]
Sat Jan 13, 2024 - 10:20pmAmerican tennis player Emma Navarro has won the 2024 Hobart International, going up against Elise Mertens this afternoon. The 22-year-old world number 31 won 6-1, 4-6, 7-5 in a three-set across 2 hours and 48 minutes in front of a record Hobart finals crowd of 2232. In the process Navarro joined the likes of Kim […]
Sat Jan 13, 2024 - 4:29pmThe state will officially celebrate the coronation of Tasmanian-born Crown Princess Mary of Denmark, the state government have confirmed. Public buildings including the Tasman Bridge, Launceston Town Hall and Devonport’s Paranaple Convention Centre will all be lit up in the colours of the Danish flag come Sunday night. Acting Premier Michael Ferguson said Crown Princess […]
Sat Jan 13, 2024 - 11:30amResidents at a Launceston aged care home have taken on staff in a wet water fight, all for a bit of fun. The Uniting AgeWell Newnham residents reportedly launched more than 1,300 water balloons at carers, nurses and staff in the gardens to kick off the year. A trophy was on offer for the resident […]
Sat Jan 13, 2024 - 7:00amA log truck that tipped over and lost its load has caused significant damage to a former church property in Glengarry. The truck was traveling down Frankford Road when it failed to negotiate a right-hand turn, ripping into a power pole from the ground and causing wires to fall onto dry grass, igniting a fire […]
Sat Jan 13, 2024 - 5:00amFree Surf Life Saving Tasmania safety lessons are up for grabs at beaches across the state in a bid to boost confidence and skills in the water. During January, volunteers will run classes in lifesaving and water safety for kids between the ages of five and 12. Water safety sessions will also be open to […]
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