A man is evading the police in what is believed to be a stolen boat on Launceston’s Tamar River this afternoon. Police say officers are currently responding to the “isolated incident” on the river, which involves a man and a “stolen vessel”. “Police are working to safely take the man into custody,” a spokesperson said. […]
Mon Nov 20, 2023 - 2:15pmA talented 15-year-old swimmer from Launceston has been awarded the inaugural Ariarne Titmus Scholarship. Abbie King, a member of the South Esk Swimming Club, enjoyed a highly successful year participating in various championships and setting numerous records across Australia and New Zealand. Most recently, she secured the second position in the 100-metre freestyle at the […]
Fri Nov 17, 2023 - 2:10pmThe lineup for the 2024 Party in the Paddock Tasmanian music festival has been announced this morning. Featuring global superstars Rudimental, Milky Chance and Lime Cordiale as the “phenomenal” headline acts, organisers at Vibestown say the ‘state’s favourite music festival’ will showcase ‘iconic performers’ and a ‘diverse mix of international sensations and local talents’. “For […]
Tue Nov 14, 2023 - 8:10amTasmania’s JackJumpers have won tonights NBL Indigenous round in Launceston by just 2 points. The Jackies beat the Brisbane Bullets 87-85 and will be back at the Silverdome for their next home game on the 16th against the New Zealand Breakers. Milton Doyle’s outstanding performance in the third quarter guided the Tasmania JackJumpers to the crucial win, […]
Sat Nov 4, 2023 - 7:33pmThe Launceston General Hospital is back on lockdown following a suspected gastroenteritis outbreak, the third outbreak in just three months. Patients on Ward 5A have developed gastro-like symptoms, prompting the closure of the ward to new admissions and visitors. The Department of Health is working with staff and locked down patients to provide support and […]
Sat Nov 4, 2023 - 3:00amTougher parking restrictions for e-scooters will soon be implemented across Launceston as the city council takes action against people who leave them scattered around town. The City of Launceston will introduce 38 dedicated e-scooter parking bays in the CBD following an analysis of data from the 2022 e-scooter trial in the city. Once the parking […]
Thu Nov 2, 2023 - 12:45pmAfter an “extensive and highly-competitive national recruitment process”, the new Hobart City Council Chief Executive Officer has been found – just up the road. Michael Stretton, the current CEO and a “highly experienced local government executive” at the Launceston City Council since 2017, will make the move south next year. Lord Mayor Anna Reynolds said […]
Wed Nov 1, 2023 - 12:20pmA Launceston real-estate office has had its front windows ‘completely smashed’ by an alleged offender today. Police responded to reports of damage at The Agency – Team Bushby on Cimitiere Street around 4:30pm on Monday afternoon. Eyewitness reports seen by Pulse suggest a man was allegedly wielding what is believed to be a hammer while […]
Mon Oct 30, 2023 - 6:52pmA woman has died and her two children, including a 1-year-old, have been injured after an incident in Launceston this morning. Police say officers were called to a residence in Riverside, northwest of the Launceston CBD, shortly after 10am on Monday morning where the woman was pronounced deceased a short time later. While the circumstances surrounding […]
Mon Oct 30, 2023 - 1:21pmAn international visitor in Tasmania from the UK has been praised for helping an elderly neighbour escape her smoke-filled home in Launceston. Charlotte Fink was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation and a Launceston Fire Brigade commemorative medallion for pulling the sleeping 98-year-old resident from her Youngtown house by the Tasmania Fire Service. Fink noticed smoke […]
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