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Top CEO’s ‘quiet resignation’ sparks transparency concerns within Tasmanian government

The Chief Commissioner of Tasmania’s Integrity Commission has addressed what he says is ‘unwarranted speculation’ following the departure of a top executive. Commission CEO Michael Easton quietly resigned recently, leading opposition leader Rebecca White to accuse the state government of not being transparent and not prioritising integrity. “It is highly unusual for no statement to […]

Sat Jan 20, 2024 - 10:25pm
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53,000 more Tasmanians now in work since 2014, unemployment down to 3.9%

Tasmania’s unemployment rate has reached a historic low for the second month in a row, with recent data indicating a rate of just 3.9% in December. The latest figure shows a significant decline from a decade ago when the rate was at 7.8% in November 2013. 288,000 people are currently employed across Tasmania, with over […]

Sat Jan 20, 2024 - 4:00am
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Tasmanian Premier confirms election ‘won’t be held next week’ amid early poll speculation

Premier Jeremy Rockliff has been quick to shut down the idea that Tasmania may be heading towards an early state election following recent speculation. Speaking in the state’s north on Thursday, Premier Rockliff confirmed that the Liberal Party is gearing up for an election but denied any plans for an early one. “We’re three quarters […]

Thu Jan 18, 2024 - 3:55pm
Basketball

JackJumpers Coach Scott Roth to stay in role for another 3 years

The JackJumpers have announced Head Coach Scott Roth ‘will finish his career in Tasmania’, inking a contract extension to remain at the club until the end of the 2026-27 season. “We’re pleased to announce Scott’s commitment to the club for the next 3 seasons and to continue to build sustained success for the club both […]

Thu Jan 18, 2024 - 2:13pm
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Tasmania tightens gun laws: Antique firearms now need to be licensed and registered

Antique firearms manufactured prior to 1900 will now need to be licensed and registered in Tasmania. Previously, antique firearms were exempt from licence, registration and storage requirements under the Firearms Act 1996. Tasmania Police Commissioner Donna Adams recently cancelled the exemption clause following a review that revealed its inconsistency with the intent of the Firearms Act. […]

Thu Jan 18, 2024 - 1:45pm
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Tasmanian devil population decline sparks genetic shift in spotted-tailed quolls

The decline in the population of Tasmanian devils has had significant genetic effects on the spotted-tailed quoll, according to researchers at the University of Tasmania (UTAS). The study published in Nature Ecology & Evolution found that a reduced competition for prey due to the decline in devil numbers has led to increased activity in quolls. […]

Thu Jan 18, 2024 - 12:00pm
Politics

Protesters demand attention as PM Albanese pledges support for Tasmanian salmon industry

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has declared his strong support for the Tasmanian salmon industry during a visit to a Tassal plant in the state’s south. Albanese made the unexpected trip to the Baretta facility, located south of Hobart, on Wednesday afternoon, where he promised to protect jobs in the industry. “We support jobs, but we […]

Thu Jan 18, 2024 - 5:00am
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Waterspout forms over southern Tasmanian town as storm crosses state

A cloud-form, believed to be a waterspout, has appeared over Snug south of Hobart tonight. Waterspouts form when winds blowing in 2 different directions run into each other, sucking up water from the ground. The BOM say they are unusual but not rare in Tasmania. Rain and isolated thunderstorms are expected to gradually clear across […]

Wed Jan 17, 2024 - 9:20pm
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“Very dangerous thunderstorms” move across Tasmania as heavy rain buckets state

“Very dangerous thunderstorms” are moving across Tasmania this morning, with severe weather warnings now in place for the North-Western, Midlands and Southern areas. The Bureau of Meteorology are warning people across Devonport, Burnie, Launceston, Strahan, New Norfolk and Hobart to prepare for potential flash flooding as a result of the stormy weather. “A warm and […]

Wed Jan 17, 2024 - 11:00am
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Hottest day of the year recorded in Tasmania today as temps soar past 30°C

The state has recorded its hottest day of the year so far, with temperatures soaring above the 30°C mark. On Tuesday, Hobart reached a peak of 31.2°C at 3:05pm, while Launceston recorded 26.5°C at 3:55pm. Scotts Peak Dam, the warmest location in the state, has now claimed the record for the highest temperature of the […]

Tue Jan 16, 2024 - 7:50pm
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