Author: <span>Pulse Tasmania</span>


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Radio ratings: Hobart’s new number one station revealed

7HOFM is the new number one station in Hobart, with a share of 22.2%, up 1.2% according to the latest Xtra Insights by Commercial Radio Australia. The previous chart-topper, Hit 100.9, experienced a significant decline, dropping 3.8% to 17.4% and falling from its coveted first-place position. Meanwhile, ABC Radio Hobart has managed to maintain its […]

Thu Jun 8, 2023 - 11:12am
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Rex Airlines to take on major carriers with Hobart to Melbourne route

Rex Airlines is set to shake up the Tasmanian travel market, with daily flights between Melbourne and Hobart to launch in just a few months. The service, which will begin on August 17, marks Rex’s expansion into its fourth Tasmanian destination and will see one-way fares offered for as low as $79. The move comes […]

Thu Jun 8, 2023 - 7:50am
Courts and Crime

Teenagers arrested after ‘back-to-back’ armed Moonah robberies

Two teenage boys aged 14 and 16 have been taken into custody after allegedly carrying out one armed robbery and attempting another at separate businesses in Moonah tonight. The incidents, which occurred within five-minutes of each other, triggered a police search and foot chase around the Albert Road area shortly after 7:45pm on Wednesday. According […]

Wed Jun 7, 2023 - 10:16pm
Macquarie Point

‘Unauthorised’ anti-stadium Gas Works banner to be removed

An ‘unauthorised’ anti-stadium banner attached to the chimney of Hobart’s iconic Gas Works was not approved and will be taken down, Pulse understands. The removal, which will happen ‘as soon as possible’, comes after concerns were raised over the impact of the ‘No Stadium’ sign on the heritage-listed building. Messages obtained by Pulse from a […]

Wed Jun 7, 2023 - 5:46pm
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Hobart school mourns loss of “lovely lady” Leesa Baker

The school community of Dominic College are remembering their beloved teacher assistant Leesa Baker, who passed away surrounded by loved ones last night. Dozens of school students and parents have taken to social media this afternoon to share their memories of “a truly beautiful person” who made a positive impact “on so many lives”. “This […]

Wed Jun 7, 2023 - 4:34pm
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Search underway for ‘large truck’ after 40km Hobart oil spill

A ‘large truck’ that caused Hobart commuters to ‘slip and slide’ on roads across the city yesterday is now the target of a police search. Inspector John Toohey told ABC Radio that, so far, Police have been unable to identify the truck which is only described as being ‘large’. He said the spill ‘doesn’t appear […]

Wed Jun 7, 2023 - 10:41am
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Tasmanian man escapes jail for $24k+ fuel card fraud

A Tasmanian man who used his employer’s fuel card to illegally buy more than $24,000 worth of fuel has narrowly escaped imprisonment. Damian John Barrett, 38, admitted to six counts of fraud in the Burnie Supreme Court after it was uncovered he had unlawfully purchased a whopping 15,231.50 litres of fuel across a six month period. According […]

Wed Jun 7, 2023 - 8:08am
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Hobart man wins $200K in lotto, buys tractor

A Hobart man’s ‘tractor dream’ has come true, with a $200,000 win in the lotto this week. The Tasmanian, who said he hasn’t yet told his wife, plans to upgrade his planned holiday and finally get the tractor he’s been saving three years for. “I’ve wanted a tractor for ages and my wife always says […]

Wed Jun 7, 2023 - 7:00am
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Multi-vehicle pile up blocking Hobart’s Southern Outlet

A crash between multiple cars and a bus is currently blocking the southbound lane of Hobart’s Southern Outlet this evening. Traffic is backed up to Davey Street and as far away as the Tasman Bridge, with peak hour motorists asked to avoid the area and to expect delays. Police say injuries are not known at […]

Tue Jun 6, 2023 - 4:58pm
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Bus shakeup: Tasmanians to be able to pay for public transport using phones

The Tasmanian Government has announced the implementation of a ‘contemporary, integrated ticketing system’ for public transport in Tasmania. In a move aimed at enhancing the public transport experience for Tasmanians, the new system will reportedly ‘revolutionise the way commuters pay for their journeys’ and provide ‘seamless travel’ across the entire state. The State Government has […]

Tue Jun 6, 2023 - 3:05pm