Transit officers kitted out with body-cameras will soon be placed on Metro buses across Tasmania in a bid to tackle increasing anti-social and aggressive behaviour, Transport Minister Michael Ferguson says. The State Government has unveiled new measures to protect bus drivers and passengers with the pilot use of transit officers on public transport services to […]
Tue Mar 21, 2023 - 10:00amA little penguin that survived a brutal attack in Northern Tasmania last week has undergone surgery to save his leg that was left broken and “dangling”. Sharing an update online, the team at the Forth Valley Vet clinic say the ‘curious and cheeky’ little penguin has been given the nickname ‘Tib’. “Tib came in with […]
Tue Mar 21, 2023 - 7:00amTasmanians caught up in a recent Latitude data breach are now entitled to receive a free replacement driver’s license or personal information card. This comes after the non-bank lender confirmed that the data of around 330,000 customers has been stolen, including driver’s licenses, passports and Medicare numbers. Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Michael Ferguson, announced […]
Mon Mar 20, 2023 - 10:55pmSouthern Tasmania is set to experience freezing temperatures as a high pressure system moves over the state! The Bureau of Meteorology has warned of icy conditions and near-zero temperatures, with frost expected on Tuesday morning. The City of Hobart has issued a pre-emptive closure of Pinnacle Road at the Springs due to forecast ice overnight. […]
Mon Mar 20, 2023 - 3:23pmA shark that has been spotted swimming on the Hobart Waterfront has prompted a warning from authorities this morning. Police are warning swimmers and water-users to be aware of the shark, which is thought to be around 1-2m long and was spotted swimming around the Franklin Wharf area shortly before 10 AM. People are advised to […]
Mon Mar 20, 2023 - 10:52amAfter six years of serving plant-based food in North Hobart, Veg Bar has announced that it will be shutting down next month. The owners of the popular vegan restaurant say they are nearing the end of their lease and will be taking some time to find a new, suitable location for the restaurant, while continuing […]
Mon Mar 20, 2023 - 9:15amA bill to outlaw the public display of Nazi symbols in Tasmania is set to be introduced to Parliament when it resumes sitting on Tuesday. The proposed legislation would make it an offence for any person to knowingly exhibit a Nazi symbol in a public place, as well as on private property that is visible […]
Mon Mar 20, 2023 - 8:36amTasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff has announced on Facebook today that he had passed his motorcycle Ps! Rockliff, who is 53 years old, shared on his Facebook account that he hadn’t felt this excited since he was 17. The Premier’s post quickly went viral, with many congratulating him on his achievement. The state leader has been […]
Sun Mar 19, 2023 - 9:00pmLaunceston city officials are set to consider a proposal to lower speed limits across the city’s urban areas, with a view to reducing the likelihood of accidents and serious injuries. The proposed changes come as part of a wider review of the existing speed limits on arterial roads and main suburban shopping centers with higher […]
Sun Mar 19, 2023 - 3:10pmPolice are appealing to the public for any information about the whereabouts of 69-year-old Maureen Bode, who left her home in Bellerive two days ago and was last seen in the Huonville area yesterday. Concerns are mounting for her welfare, and police are urging anyone who has seen her or knows of her whereabouts to […]
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