Launceston city officials are set to consider a proposal to lower speed limits across the city’s urban areas, with a view to reducing the likelihood of accidents and serious injuries. The proposed changes come as part of a wider review of the existing speed limits on arterial roads and main suburban shopping centers with higher […]
Sun Mar 19, 2023 - 3:10pmLaunceston Airport is mourning the loss of former CEO Chris Woodruff, who passed away recently. Woodruff had served as CEO of Melbourne and Launceston Airports from August 2007 to June 2015, and was “instrumental” in leading numerous infrastructure improvements and developments across the airport precinct during his tenure. One of his major achievements was the […]
Sat Mar 18, 2023 - 8:45amA gold processing plant in Beaconsfield in Northern Tasmania was the target of an overnight break-in, resulting in around $1.5 million worth of damages. The incident was reported to the police at around 7:15AM on Sunday morning, with the culprit(s) using a front-end loader stolen from a nearby business to enter the property with the intent […]
Sun Mar 12, 2023 - 2:26pmA new Virgin Australia cargo facility is set to be built at Launceston Airport, providing a much needed boost to local Tasmanian businesses who rely on airfreight to get their products to market. The $4 million project, which is expected to be completed by September 2023, will be the hub for all Northern Tasmania cargo […]
Thu Feb 9, 2023 - 12:27pmA woman has been arrested at a high-visibility random breath testing operation on the East Tamar Highway this week after she was found to be driving while disqualified. The operation, which took place at the intersection of the Bridport Highway, saw 110 drivers undergo breath tests. North East Division Inspector Ruth Orr said police were […]
Wed Feb 8, 2023 - 4:45pmMaxwell John Ralph Baillie Cameron was drunk and asleep at the wheel when he drove on the wrong side of the road, causing a crash that severed one of his fingers – a court has heard. On August 7, 2022, Cameron was driving a white Toyota Landcruiser in Meander Valley when he was stopped by […]
Wed Feb 8, 2023 - 7:45amTwo 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 - 1:32pmFour horses have died and five people have been injured after a serious crash on Tasmania’s Batman Highway this morning. Police were notified of the crash at about 1.45am via a Triple Zero iPhone Crash Function and were the first service on scene within 8 minutes. The crash, which happened in Rowella shortly before 2am, […]
Mon Jan 30, 2023 - 8:45amLaunceston’s James Boag’s Brewery Tours and Visitor Centre has been saved from closure thanks to a last-minute deal struck between the State Government and brewery owner Lion. The in-principle agreement for $1 million in funding secures jobs and expands the tourist attraction, making it bigger and better than ever. Premier Jeremy Rockliff visited the Centre […]
Thu Jan 26, 2023 - 1:28amTasmania Police are investigating a suspicious fire that occurred overnight at Hobart Road in Kings Meadows. The incident occurred at 2:50 am, and when emergency services arrived, the premises was already fully engulfed in flames. The property sustained an estimated $400,000 in damages, and two caravans located at the property next door were also damaged […]
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