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Metro lifts ban on buses entering Gagebrook after rock attacks

Metro have lifted a ban that prevented buses from entering certain parts of a Hobart suburb. The restriction was put in place last week, with drivers warned not to pass the Gage Road roundabout in Gagebrook without a police escort, due to rock attacks. “Following the police investigation and escort support, since Friday 1 September […]

Tue Sep 5, 2023 - 5:00am
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Smoke alert issued for Kingston and surrounds

The Tasmania Fire Service have issued a smoke alert for Kingston and surrounding areas, south of Hobart. A Fuel Reduction Burn at The Lea (off the Southern Outlet) is pushing smoke over the Kingston township. The TFS say while there is no threat to communities, people with medical conditions are advised to avoid the smoke […]

Mon Sep 4, 2023 - 6:10pm
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Glenorchy pool given potential lifeline

The Glenorchy Memorial Pool has been thrown a $200,000 lifeline by the State Government. The 60-year-old pool was forced shut due to due to various issues, including a leak and structural problems, earlier this year. With an estimated total restoration cost of around $30m – $40m, the State Government grant will allow the council to […]

Mon Sep 4, 2023 - 1:02pm
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Hobart’s Lord Mayor ‘pro team and pro stadium’

Hobart’s Lord Mayor has hit back at claims she is just “looking for a fight” over an AFL High Performance training facility, while revealing she is ‘for an AFL team and stadium’. Anna Reynolds made the announcement while speaking to Brent Costelloe and Tim Paine on SEN Tassie this morning. “I am pro team as […]

Mon Sep 4, 2023 - 9:14am
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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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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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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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Antarctic rescue: Icebreaker en-route for sick Australian expeditioner

The Australia Antarctic Division’s icebreaker is en-route to rescue an expeditioner from Casey Station in Antarctica who has a developing medical condition. The RSV Nuyina left Hobart last week and is traveling over 3000km to reach Casey Station. The ship is nearly at Casey Station, but the arrival time is uncertain due to winter conditions in the […]

Sat Sep 2, 2023 - 11:33am
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Motorcyclist hit by car at Shoreline roundabout

A motorcyclist has been injured after being hit by a vehicle at the Shoreline roundabout in Howrah. Police say a number of units are currently at the scene of the crash on Shoreline Drive and ask motorists to avoid the area.

Sat Sep 2, 2023 - 10:28am