A Launceston cafe owner has been forced to hire full-time security at a cost of $1000 per day after allegedly being assaulted by a group of youths demanding vaping products from customers. Coffee Republic Owner Robin Smith said the ‘vile attack’ has left both his staff and customers shaken. “They started to smash cafe furniture […]
Sat Sep 16, 2023 - 8:00amThe Roulettes Air Force aerobatics team will take to the skies of Launceston today in preparation for their aerial displays at the Battle of Britain Commemorations in Hobart this weekend. Up to six Pilatus PC-21 aircraft will engage in practice flights over Launceston Airport from 3:30pm, with the training scheduled to last for just under […]
Fri Sep 15, 2023 - 5:30amA young driver has been slapped with a fine after he was caught driving at almost double the speed limit in Dodges Ferry. The 20-year-old man was caught speeding through the towns ‘busy shopping precinct’ at 91km/h – 41km/h over the 50km/h speed limit – at around 1pm on Wednesday. Police say the young driver has been […]
Thu Sep 7, 2023 - 1:00pmPolice have launched an investigation after a Launceston home was shot at overnight. The incident at Norwood saw shots reportedly fired through the window of a residence just after midnight on Thursday. Police say nobody was physically injured in the shooting, which they believe was ‘targeted’. Anyone with information is asked to contact police on […]
Thu Sep 7, 2023 - 10:14amLaunceston is set to become the 11th Australian city to get DAB+ Digital Radio, if a new proposal by the the federal communications regulator is approved. DAB+ Digital Radio was first introduced to Australia in 2009, promising greater choice with a number of additional channels for listeners. Plans for digital radio services were first hoped […]
Mon Sep 4, 2023 - 5:00amThe City of Launceston has received confirmation from the State’s Transport Commissioner to lower speed limits on certain roads in the city. The changes, which were unanimously approved by the Council in June, aim to ‘improve road safety, enhance roadside culture and achieve consistency in travel speeds’. Public consultation earlier this year showed that while […]
Sat Sep 2, 2023 - 4:00amThree men have been arrested after ram-raiding a tool store with a stolen ute in Launceston’s north overnight. After allegedly stealing the red Mazda from a Prospect address, Acting Detective Inspector Andrew Hanson said the trio then committed a series of burglaries – targeting brand new power tools – across the city. Hanson said the […]
Fri Sep 1, 2023 - 9:30pmOver 200 students from Launceston’s St. Patrick’s College have embarked on a demanding 24-hour challenge, all for a good cause. The Year 12 students joined hands yesterday to push their limits while raising funds for charity. Now in its 15th year at the school, ‘Lap It Up’ not only tests participants physically but ‘unites them […]
Fri Sep 1, 2023 - 7:00amA man who died in a serious crash in Ravenswood was not wearing a seatbelt, Police have confirmed. The 36-year-old was ejected from the car after it collided with a power pole on Faraday Street at around 3:30am on Monday morning. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The 36-year-old woman who was driving the vehicle at the […]
Mon Aug 28, 2023 - 5:15pmLaunceston Airport has unveiled its new multi-million dollar gateway, heralding a new era for the Northern tourism and transport hub. Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Michael Ferguson, described the revamped Launceston Airport check-in hall as a ‘game-changer’ not only for the city but for the entire state “The completion of this project marks a significant […]
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