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$1 million injected into Tasmanian NILS for interest-free back-to-school loans

Eligible Tasmanian families facing increasing back-to-school costs can now apply for interest-free loans of up to $2,000. The No Interest Loan Scheme (NILS) is a government-supported initiative aimed at helping families with upfront costs including school uniforms, textbooks, laptops and computers. Minister for Education, Children and Youth Roger Jaensch said $1 million is being added […]

Tue Jan 16, 2024 - 10:30am
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Temperatures across Tasmania set to soar to 30°C+ today ahead of wet weather

Temperatures are expected to climb past 30°C around much of Tasmania today ahead of potential thunderstorms and flash flooding later in the week. The Bureau of Meteorology are forecasting temperatures in the mid to high 20s, with some areas reaching over 30°C. New Norfolk is in for a top of 32°C on Tuesday, with Huonville, […]

Tue Jan 16, 2024 - 10:10am
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‘Fit for a queen’: Tourism Tasmania’s clever new campaign celebrates Hobart-born Queen Mary

A light-hearted new advertising campaign, launched off the back of Sunday’s proclamation that saw Tasmanian-born Princess Mary become the Queen of Denmark, is expected to boost the number of Danish tourists visiting the state. Tourism Tasmania secured the full-page ads in both Melbourne’s The Age and the prominent Danish newspaper Politiken, cleverly showcasing Tasmania’s scenic […]

Mon Jan 15, 2024 - 2:45pm
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Tasmanian landmarks light up red and white for Queen Mary

Landmarks across Tasmania have lit up in the red & white colours of Denmark’s flag, honouring Hobart-born Princess Mary as she officially becomes Queen of Denmark. The Tasman Bridge in Hobart, the Launceston Town Hall and Devonport’s paranaple convention centre all lit up as the sun set on Sunday. Other buildings, including Wrest Point in […]

Sun Jan 14, 2024 - 10:54pm
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Rural home completely destroyed by deliberately lit fire in Tasmania’s north

A house in Tasmania’s rural north has been completely destroyed after a deliberately lit fire tore through the property. Police say emergency services were called to the home on Nettlefolds Road at Holwell, south of Beauty Point, around 5am on Saturday morning. Firefighters found the house “fully engulfed” upon arrival, with investigators later determining the […]

Sun Jan 14, 2024 - 11:00am
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Wildcare Tasmania receives $10,000 boost for endangered devils in honour of Princess Mary

A $10,000 donation in honour of Crown Princess Mary will be handed over to a Tasmanian Devil conservation group as the Hobart-born royal becomes the Queen of Denmark. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the Australian government will provide a $10,700 donation to Wildcare Tasmania to support efforts in ensuring the survival of the iconic creature. […]

Sun Jan 14, 2024 - 10:25am
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What Tasmania will gift to Hobart-born Crown Princess Mary of Denmark

The state will officially celebrate the coronation of Tasmanian-born Crown Princess Mary of Denmark, the state government have confirmed. Public buildings including the Tasman Bridge, Launceston Town Hall and Devonport’s Paranaple Convention Centre will all be lit up in the colours of the Danish flag come Sunday night. Acting Premier Michael Ferguson said Crown Princess […]

Sat Jan 13, 2024 - 11:30am
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Free Surf Life Saving confidence-building lessons available at Tasmanian beaches

Free Surf Life Saving Tasmania safety lessons are up for grabs at beaches across the state in a bid to boost confidence and skills in the water. During January, volunteers will run classes in lifesaving and water safety for kids between the ages of five and 12. Water safety sessions will also be open to […]

Sat Jan 13, 2024 - 4:00am
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TasRail frees up Tasmanian highways of 260,000 tonnes of logs with six weekly trains

Tasmanian log transport is currently undergoing a “quiet but major transformation”, with TasRail now handling up to six log services every week, each loaded with up to 30 wagons. The “10-fold increase” is, according to Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Michael Ferguson, making the forestry sector more efficient when it comes to transporting logs and […]

Fri Jan 12, 2024 - 11:25am
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