The man accused of murdering Tasmanian teenager Shyanne-Lee Tatnell has made his second court appearance in Launceston this morning. 36-year-old Scottsdale man Christopher Jordan appeared before the magistrates court via video link where he did not enter a plea. He has been remanded in custody at Risdon Prison and is set to face court again on […]
Wed Aug 16, 2023 - 11:00amA mystery Tasmanian is now $30 million richer after winning a massive Lotto jackpot overnight. The multi-million dollar ticket, which was purchased at an undisclosed outlet somewhere in the state, is yet to be claimed. The Lott say the winner held the only division one winning entry in the draw, but officials cannot contact them as […]
Wed Aug 16, 2023 - 9:03amA former Tasmanian beauty queen and Labor MP has been accused of punching her partner in the face and verbally abusing him for over a decade. Kathryn Isobel Hay appeared in court on charges of allegedly emotionally abusing and intimidating her ex-husband across an 11-year period on Tuesday. Hay pleaded not guilty to the charge and instead […]
Wed Aug 16, 2023 - 4:00amHobart’s own Hugo Allison is set to take the national stage tonight as he makes his debut on the hit television singing contest “The Voice” at 7:30. The 18-year-old student from The Hutchins School, who is already an accomplished competitive sailor, will now try to win the hearts of Australia with his voice. Having taken […]
Tue Aug 15, 2023 - 5:28pmAfter rumours swirled earlier today, Tassie footy great Jack Riewoldt has officially confirmed he will be retiring. The Hobart-born Tigers champion has been in the AFL for 17 years. 34-year-old Riewoldt follows the lead of Trent Cotchin, who hung up his boots last week. Since debuting in 2007, Jack has played 346 games and scored […]
Tue Aug 15, 2023 - 2:36pmTasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff has jokingly shared a screenshot of his daughters slamming him in the family group chat, after he confirmed he won’t support a public holiday should the Matildas secure a victory in the FIFA Women’s World Cup. One of Premier Rockliff’s 3 daughters sent a screenshot of the earlier Pulse story covering […]
Tue Aug 15, 2023 - 2:02pmThe Tasmanian Government “won’t support” a public holiday should the Matildas secure a victory in the FIFA Women’s World Cup, Premier Rockliff has announced. Football fever has swept the country after the Matildas defeated France on Saturday, earning a spot in the semi-finals. Around 49,000 people watched the highly tense 120-minute game at Brisbane Stadium, […]
Tue Aug 15, 2023 - 10:20amLiberal member for Franklin Nic Street has announced he will be stepping down as Leader of the House when Parliament resumes on Tuesday. Street cited his “own health and wellbeing” as the reason behind the “difficult decision”. “I haven’t made this decision lightly, nor have I made it quickly. For my own health and wellbeing […]
Mon Aug 14, 2023 - 6:24pmFormer Tasmanian Governor General Sir Phillip Bennett has passed away at the age of 94. Born on December 27 1928, Sir Phillip’s “life of public service touched the lives of many,” his funeral notice reads. “His memory will be forever cherished by those who knew and loved him.” Sir Phillip had an impressive military career, […]
Mon Aug 14, 2023 - 8:00amA large search is currently underway in Tasmania’s North after two men, one reportedly armed with a firearm, stole a vehicle from Devonport this afternoon. Police say officers and the Westpac Rescue Helicopter have been deployed in the search for the stolen vehicle with Victorian number plates. The black 2003 Mazda MX5 with white wheels was last seen […]
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