Hobart has emerged as the leader in hotel occupancy rates among Australian capital cities in recent years, according to new data. The figures from Ray White reveal that Hobart recorded a hotel occupancy rate of over 80% in 2022, the highest among all capital cities. Even this year, Hobart continues to maintain its lead, with […]
Wed Jun 28, 2023 - 4:00pmIn the ongoing debate over the future of public transport in Hobart, Greens Leader Cassy O’Connor has voiced her support for a light rail system, arguing that it is the high-quality public transport solution that the city deserves. Transport Minister Michael Ferguson, however, maintains that the northern suburbs bus proposal is a more economically viable option. […]
Wed Jun 28, 2023 - 2:18pmHobart landlords are offering tenants a week or two of free rent to entice them into renting their properties. A three bedroom, one bathroom property in Lindisfarne is being advertised for rent for $550/week – with the first two weeks free. “The owner is happy to offer 2 weeks rent free to the successful applicant […]
Wed Jun 28, 2023 - 10:00amMetal levels in Hobart’s River Derwent have declined, according to the latest report card. The Derwent Estuary program report says the improvement is the result of groundwater being captured at the zinc works. Despite the good news, several species of fish still have levels which remain well above the national Food Safety standards. On Tuesday, […]
Wed Jun 28, 2023 - 8:30amClarence City Councilor Jade Darko has welcomed the adoption of a motion to condemn an incident of transphobic vandalism as a hate based targeted attack on a minority group. The motion was put presented to address the vandalism of a memorial for trans woman Marjorie Harwood, which was defaced with graffiti last month. Marjorie died […]
Wed Jun 28, 2023 - 6:00amThousands of Tasmanians have thrown their support for the new AFL team and multi-purpose stadium at local games around the state over the last few days. SEE OUR FREE 80+ PHOTO MEGA GALLERY HERE:
Tue Jun 27, 2023 - 3:57pmAs anticipation continues to build ahead of the state double-header between Tasmania and Queensland at North Hobart Oval this Saturday, two young guns are gearing up to get the show on the road. The AFLW umpiring panel has a new addition with Hobart teenager Emily Best, who has been promoted for the upcoming season after […]
Tue Jun 27, 2023 - 3:02pmAlderman Kelly Sims has been removed from her position on the Glenorchy City Council after failing to attend three consecutive council meetings. Council General Manager Tony McMullen confirmed that the seat is now vacant and has notified the Tasmanian Electoral Commissioner accordingly as required by the Local Government Act 1993. “The legislation stipulates that the office […]
Tue Jun 27, 2023 - 1:49pmTasmanians in need of critical care will soon benefit from an expanded and state-of-the-art Intensive Care Unit at the Royal Hobart Hospital. The recent redevelopment has substantially increased the capacity of the ICU, adding 12 new intensive care beds and bringing the total number of beds to 33. Premier and Minister for Health, Jeremy Rockliff, […]
Tue Jun 27, 2023 - 1:36pmHobart parking officers have allegedly been instructed to issue tickets “without checking if the parking has been paid for online via the Easy Park app” according to one councillor – but the council say the system is working correctly. Councillor Louise Elliot says hundreds of “unfair and borderline fraudulent tickets” may have been issued, with […]
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