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Tasmanian parliament recalled to decide fate of Supreme Court Judge Gregory Geason

The Tasmanian Parliament will be recalled next week for MPs to decide on the future of Supreme Court Judge Gregory Geason. In a statement released on Tuesday afternoon, Attorney-General Guy Barnett announced that Parliament would “consider legislation to establish an inquiry into Justice Gregory Geason” when parliament is recalled on Tuesday, December 12. Justice Geason faces […]

Tue Dec 5, 2023 - 5:05pm
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Tasmania’s Attorney-General to make statement on future of charged Supreme Court Judge

Tasmania’s Attorney-General is expected to issue a statement about the future of a Supreme Court Justice who is facing charges of assault and emotional abuse. Gregory Geason, who has been on leave since early November, appeared in the Hobart Magistrates Court on Friday shortly after being charged and pleased not guilty to both offences. Minister […]

Tue Dec 5, 2023 - 4:30am
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Dogs’ Homes of Tasmania say they are ‘not at risk of shutting down’, but do need help

The Dogs’ Homes of Tasmania have confirmed that they are “not on the verge of closure” and have ‘no plans’ to go anywhere after recent “misrepresented” reports. Instead, the organisation has come forward to stress their reliance on the generosity of the dog-loving community and the ongoing challenges they face in securing funding, a struggle shared […]

Mon Dec 4, 2023 - 6:30pm
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‘Gone to sh*t’: Tasmanian country music star blasts Virgin over tour flight chaos

Tasmanian country music star Casey Barnes has blasted Virgin Australia after his band’s flights were abruptly canceled during their tour, leaving them scheduled to arrive ‘after the next show would have ended’. Barnes took to TikTok on the first day of December to share the ordeal, which ultimately forced them to spend $2,000 each on […]

Mon Dec 4, 2023 - 4:00am
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Spectacular aurora australis lights up sky across Tasmania on first night of Summer

Tasmanians were treated to a spectacular display of the Aurora Australis last night, marking the arrival of the 2023-24 summer season. The natural light show, often referred to as the Southern Lights, was visible right across the state from around 10pm on Friday and into the early hours of Saturday morning. Social media lit up […]

Sat Dec 2, 2023 - 11:52am
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Lifesavers on high alert as Tasmania braces for sweltering hot summer

The Bureau of Meteorology is warning Tasmanians of an ‘unusually hot summer’ ahead, with factors like El Niño contributing to an increase in extreme heat and heatwave conditions. The Bureau’s announcement has prompted health services and lifesavers to prepare early. The BOM say there is a more than 50% chance of the state experiencing these […]

Sat Dec 2, 2023 - 7:00am
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Ariarne Titmus crowned Tasmanian Athlete of the Year for third time

Ariarne Titmus has been crowned the Tasmanian Athlete of the Year for the third time at an awards ceremony in Hobart tonight. The Launceston-born 23-year-old is regarded as one the world’s ‘greatest ever female middle-distance swimmers’. This year, Ariarne picked up two gold, a silver and a bronze medal at the 2023 World Aquatic Championships […]

Thu Nov 30, 2023 - 8:35pm
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Chocolatier puts Tasmania on the map with ‘best chocolate book in the world’ title

A Tasmanian chocolatier and the brainchild behind the states very own House of Anvers chocolate museum has officially been awarded as having the world’s best chocolate book. Igor Van Gerwen has this week secured the ‘Best Chocolate Book in the World’ title at the 29th annual Gourmand International Cookbook Awards for ‘Chocolatier’. “It is a […]

Thu Nov 30, 2023 - 6:15pm
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Healthcare and cost of living top concerns for Tasmanian voters, according to new poll

The latest Tasmanian opinion polling shows increased support for the Liberal government and a decline in support for Labor, with voters favouring independent candidates instead. The week-long EMRS state voting intentions report, which started last Monday, indicates that the government’s support has risen by one percentage point to 39%, while Labor’s has dropped from 32% to […]

Thu Nov 30, 2023 - 2:25pm
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100+ Tasmanian wines & sparkling to go on show at 2024 Tas Wine Fest

The Tasmanian Wine Festival is gearing up for its fifth annual celebration at the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens in Hobart next February. More than 25 Tasmanian vineyards and winemakers are set to return for the garden party on February 10 and 11, accompanied by a selection of curated food and a lineup of local entertainment. […]

Wed Nov 29, 2023 - 5:00pm
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