The Tasmanian Greens have pulled their support for the state’s AFL licence bid due to the state’s ‘inability to afford a new stadium’. The bid to join the national league requires the construction of a stadium that the state “doesn’t need and can’t afford,” according to Greens leader Cassy O’Connor. The Greens say they still […]
Sat Apr 22, 2023 - 12:29pmTesting of new phone and seatbelt detection cameras has begun across Tasmania this week as the State Government beings the roll out of the ‘life saving technology’. The technology, which is capable of detecting drivers who are not wearing their seatbelts correctly or using their phones while driving, will soon be integrated with the existing […]
Fri Apr 21, 2023 - 4:30pmA Tasmanian man who allegedly stole multiple vans, trucks, excavators and white goods with a combined value of $300,000 has been charged after his ‘mega crime spree’. Police say the 35-year-old man from East Devonport has been charged with close to 40 offences after a ‘significant amount of stolen property’ was found at an Acacia […]
Wed Apr 19, 2023 - 11:49am‘Clarence’ the tiny forest bat was recently found stuck in a sticky flypaper trap, struggling to stay alive, in Tasmania’s Huon Valley. The bat from Franklin was covered in glue and taken to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary’s clinic where it was washed multiple times to remove the glue. Clarence is now being taken care of by […]
Wed Apr 19, 2023 - 10:54amA number of sheep are understood to have been killed and others injured after a truck rolled on a northern Tasmanian road this afternoon. Police say the crash on Meander Valley Road between Exton and Westbury has left the driver of the truck with minor injuries, while some injured sheep are receiving veterinary treatment at […]
Mon Apr 17, 2023 - 3:23pmA Hobart man who defrauded investors out of close to $2 million has been sentenced to prison after an ASIC investigation. A former ‘Gold Coast property scheme promoter’, Anthony Keith Silver, also known as Tony Silver was today sentenced to eight years and six months imprisonment for fraud totalling $1.815 million. The sentence follows an investigation by […]
Mon Apr 17, 2023 - 12:55pmAmbulance Tasmania paramedic Harrison has just completed an incredible test of endurance, finishing third in the Indian Pacific Wheel Race, a gruelling solo, unsupported ride from ocean to ocean across Australia! Riding his bike over 5,475 kilometers from Perth to Sydney, Harrison competed against 24 other riders and completed the race in a remarkable 21 […]
Mon Apr 17, 2023 - 11:48amA pair of walkers who ‘became disoriented’ after embarking on what was meant to be a day walk near Deloraine in Tasmania’s north have been found today. The husband and wife set off on Syd’s Track on Thursday and spent two nights in the wilderness before the alarm was raised. Police say the couple were […]
Sat Apr 15, 2023 - 6:59pmA Tassie teenager has set a ‘new under 16 state record’ at the Australian Junior Championships this week! Jack Woodberry stole the 3000m win from a Victorian teen in the final 200m, closing a ‘significant gap’ to win the gold with a time of 8:32.17. Athletics Tasmania say Woodberry smashed the state under 16 record […]
Fri Apr 14, 2023 - 10:11amThe Danish royal family have announced Princess Mary of Denmark, who was born and raised in Hobart, will be attending the coronation of King Charles in London on May 6. Alongside her will be Tasmania’s Governor, Barbara Baker, making the event even more special for Tasmanians. Princess Mary, who was born Mary Elizabeth Donaldson, moved […]
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