A new study by the company behind Snapchat has revealed ‘Trout’ is one of the most common nicknames in Tasmania. ‘Johnno’ took the crown for Tassie’s favourite nickname. The research shows 67% of Tasmanians enjoy their nicknames – which is the lowest percentage amongst all states in Australia. 5% of Tasmanians have given themselves a […]
Wed Jun 21, 2023 - 7:00amBoth Canterbury hockey teams are brimming with confidence as they believe their best performances are yet to come. The men’s side recently got their Premiership defense back on track with a crucial 4-3 victory against Derwent, putting them just one point outside the top four. On the other hand, the women’s team is determined to […]
Wed Jun 21, 2023 - 5:00amThe Tasmania JackJumpers have confirmed the news that American-born Vice Captain Josh Magette will be finishing up his time at the club. Josh was an integral part of the Tassie basketball team, serving as one of the JJ’s foundation players and helping them make the grand final in the first season (2021-22). A broken cheekbone […]
Tue Jun 20, 2023 - 8:45pmNearly $600,000 has been raised for Variety Tasmania with the completion of a new charity house in Kingston. The project, which showcases the efforts of many Tasmanian businesses, has resulted in the construction of a purpose-built, three-bedroom home designed to accommodate a family with significant disability requirements. Minister Guy Barnett expressed gratitude for the goodwill […]
Tue Jun 20, 2023 - 6:43pmDevonport has been named Tasmania’s TOP Tourist Town for 2023. Eight towns from Richmond to Glenorchy went head-to-head for the top spot, which was judged by tourism experts and over 3,000 public votes. Tourism Industry Council Tasmania CEO Luke Martin said the entrants included some of Tasmania’s much loved and well-known destinations, along with some […]
Tue Jun 20, 2023 - 1:52pmTasmanian-born Love Island UK star Jessie Wynter has been taken to hospital with an unknown illness while on holiday with her boyfriend, Farmer Will Young, in Chicago. The reality star, who is 26 years old, was about to return home to Australia with Will when she fell unexpectedly ill. Despite not revealing the cause of […]
Tue Jun 20, 2023 - 12:39pmThe mobile speed cameras on Tasmanian roads are reportedly having an “encouraging” effect on reducing road fatalities, but the RACT is calling for more action. The fleet of cameras is set to grow from 10 to 16 in the coming months, with four more expected to arrive in June and two more in September. According […]
Tue Jun 20, 2023 - 12:33pmThe food delivery market in North-West Tasmania just got a little more crowded with the arrival of Uber Eats. The global ride-sharing giant has officially launched its food delivery service in Devonport, Burnie and Somerset – joining the likes of Menulog and DoorDash in the coastal market. Dozens of Devonport cafe’s and restaurants are already […]
Tue Jun 20, 2023 - 8:47amTwo of Tasmania’s most famous wilderness walks are set to become more expensive from July 1st. The fees for the popular Overland and Three Capes tracks will increase for adults from $200 to $285 and $495 to $595 respectively. Parks and wildlife say the “carefully considered” price hike is needed to ensure both tracks are […]
Tue Jun 20, 2023 - 7:00amA 22-year-old who died after a single vehicle crash on Middle Tree Road in Richmond was recording himself driving his hilux for Snapchat while drunk, a Coroner has found. As originally reported by The Mercury, Coroner Robert Webster found Adam Grant Oates had been out with friends drinking before getting behind the wheel of his […]
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