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AFL Premiership Cup coming to Tasmania for the first time

The AFL Premiership cup will visit Tasmania for the very first time ahead of grand final. As part of a three-week tour, the cup will stop in Hobart from September 5-6 before heading to Devonport on September 7 and Launceston on September 8 and 9. The AFL’s Kylie Rogers said it was great to have […]

Mon Sep 4, 2023 - 6:00am
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Launceston set to get DAB+ Digital Radio after 14 years

Launceston is set to become the 11th Australian city to get DAB+ Digital Radio, if a new proposal by the the federal communications regulator is approved. DAB+ Digital Radio was first introduced to Australia in 2009, promising greater choice with a number of additional channels for listeners. Plans for digital radio services were first hoped […]

Mon Sep 4, 2023 - 5:00am
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Glebe Hill growing as prime new retail land hits the market

As Howrah continues to expand and thrive, new and untapped commercial space has hit the market. Located next to the popular Glebe Hill Village Shopping Centre and alongside Coles and McDonald’s, Knight Frank is offering four lots alongside the busy complex. With the potential for anything from a fuel or fast food outlet to childcare […]

Mon Sep 4, 2023 - 4:00am
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Glenorchy bus mall wounding leaves teenager injured

An investigation has been launched after a teenager was allegedly wounded in the Glenorchy bus mall this afternoon. Police say an 18-year-old was injured around 3pm on Sunday following a disturbance between two groups. The teenager was provided medical treatment at the scene before being transported to the Royal Hobart Hospital by paramedics. The 28-year-old […]

Sun Sep 3, 2023 - 7:57pm
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Police investigating after pedestrian hit by car in Geeveston

A person has been left with serious injuries after being hit by a car in Tasmania’s south overnight. Police say the crash saw the pedestrian hit on View Street in Geeveston around 11:30pm on Friday. It is believed the driver of the vehicle was known to the victim that was allegedly hit. They were taken […]

Sun Sep 3, 2023 - 12:50pm
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Retro Hobart cinema hit by bold heist, loses $9,500 in tech and memories

A beloved retro cinema in New Town has had ‘everything’ stolen from them after a devastating break-in. Rewind Cinema saw thieves steal over $9,500 worth of technology, memorabilia, food and alcohol after entering through an ajar window and avoiding the security alarm sensors. Owner Graziano Di Martino said he was was most upset about the […]

Sun Sep 3, 2023 - 11:00am
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Push for public transport to be made free across Tasmania

The Tasmanian Greens are pushing for public transport on Metro buses to be made free for all, for good. The party plan to introduce a Bill for permanent, free bus travel across the state in Parliament this week. READ MORE: Metro crime spree: Police deployed to escort Gagebrook buses Greens Transport spokesperson Vica Bayley called the 2022 free-travel […]

Sun Sep 3, 2023 - 10:30am
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Revived plans for Marinus Link project ‘without crossing line in the sand’

Tasmania has reached a new agreement with the Commonwealth on the Marinus Link project, reducing the financial burden on Tasmanian taxpayers. Premier Jeremy Rockliff and Energy Minister Guy Barnett will announce the revised agreement, which comes after Rockliff expressed concerns about the significant cost increase of the project, this morning. Under the new deal, the […]

Sun Sep 3, 2023 - 9:30am
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Fuel burn targets Proctors Road, Mount Nelson, The Lea bushfire risk

A fuel-reduction burn to reduce the bushfire risk to communities in Mount Nelson, Taroona and The Lea will be undertaken on Sunday and Monday. The Tasmania Fire Service say the burn will be lit on private land on Proctors Road, between Hobart and Kingston. Acting Director of Community Fire Safety, Chris Collins said the fuel […]

Sun Sep 3, 2023 - 9:00am
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First place win and $600K raised: Tasmanian firefighters conquer 28 floors

A group of Tasmanian firefighters have taken up the challenge of climbing 28 floors of Melbourne’s Crown Metropol in an effort to raise vital funds for cancer research and crisis support. Around 27 firies from Seven Mile Beach to Bridgewater and Devonport completed the event, alongside Police, Fire and Emergency Minister Felix Ellis, on Saturday. […]

Sun Sep 3, 2023 - 7:00am