A man is on the run after leading Police on a high-speed chase through the Sandy Bay area this afternoon. Police say the vehicle, a white Holden Rodeo with registration A44PB, failed to stop for a routine police interception. They say the vehicle has been located, however enquiries are ongoing to locate the man who […]
Mon Feb 6, 2023 - 5:18pmBeachgoers at a popular beach south of Hobart are being warned to be cautious after ‘undetectable strong currents and quicksand’ were reported in the area. Kingborough Council say the quicksand is in the waters of Kingston Beach north, at the junction of Browns River and the River Derwent. They say several people have already had […]
Mon Feb 6, 2023 - 4:59pmA fire has broken out at a premise in the Brighton industrial estate, north of Hobart this afternoon. TasALERT say the fire started shortly after 3pm, with witnesses telling Pulse thick black smoke can be seen billowing into the air. Fire crews say the fire is believed to have started after an old vehicle that was […]
Mon Feb 6, 2023 - 3:24pm86 Jet-Ski riders have taken to the waters of Tasmania’s East Coast over the weekend to raise money for Archie’s 100 in support of the Royal Hobart Hospital Children’s Ward. Jet Ski Tasmania organized the Archie’s 100 charity event for the ten-year anniversary of its Maria Island circumnavigation ride. The loss of 7-year-old Archie “Bear” […]
Mon Feb 6, 2023 - 2:45pmTasmanian teachers may soon be taking stop-work action in the upcoming term 1, as they demand better working conditions and pay. Despite the fact that over 5000 teachers are set to receive a pay increase on March 1, they have not received a final offer from the government. The Tasmanian education sector is facing challenges, […]
Mon Feb 6, 2023 - 2:12pmTwo people from South Launceston have been caught and charged with drug trafficking after a Police raid last week. The bust went down on Friday during a police search, which uncovered a haul of drugs including ecstasy, amphetamine, cocaine and cash. Inspector Craig Fox from Launceston Police said removing these drugs from the street was […]
Mon Feb 6, 2023 - 1:32pmA two-bedroom property in the United Kingdom has caused a stir online after pictures of its unique interior were shared on social media. The £79,950 Liverpool home includes a room filled with Tasmanian Devil merchandise from the Looney Toons cartoons, inspired by the real-life Tasmanian devils. Twitter users were taken aback by the impressive collection, […]
Mon Feb 6, 2023 - 12:50pmThe Hobart Ironman 70.3 event attracted over 3,000 visitors and generated more than $4.5 million in economic activity over the weekend. The inaugural 113 km race, held on Sunday, saw over 1,200 athletes gather along the Hobart waterfront, with 70% of the participants coming from outside Tasmania. Minister of Hospitality and Events, Nic Street, said […]
Mon Feb 6, 2023 - 11:30amTasmania’s popular Hastings Caves tourist destination has been forced to partially close due to equipment failure this month. The closure, which took effect on Friday, includes the pool, barbecues and short walks near the visitor center. According to a statement released by the Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service, the repairs are expected to be completed […]
Mon Feb 6, 2023 - 9:35amOatlands Police are searching for two individuals on a white motorcycle who fled from authorities after being caught driving at excessive speeds on the Midland Highway. The incident occurred at 5:45 PM on the highway between Campbell Town and Ross. Police attempted to intercept the motorcycle at Oatlands, however, the rider was able to evade […]
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