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Tasmanian teachers threaten stop-work action

Tasmanian teachers may soon be taking stop-work action in the upcoming term 1, as they demand better working conditions and pay. Despite the fact that over 5000 teachers are set to receive a pay increase on March 1, they have not received a final offer from the government. The Tasmanian education sector is facing challenges, […]

Mon Feb 6, 2023 - 2:12pm
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Tasmanian Devil-Filled Home in the UK Goes Viral

A two-bedroom property in the United Kingdom has caused a stir online after pictures of its unique interior were shared on social media. The £79,950 Liverpool home includes a room filled with Tasmanian Devil merchandise from the Looney Toons cartoons, inspired by the real-life Tasmanian devils. Twitter users were taken aback by the impressive collection, […]

Mon Feb 6, 2023 - 12:50pm
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Hastings Caves popular thermal pool forced shut

Tasmania’s popular Hastings Caves tourist destination has been forced to partially close due to equipment failure this month. The closure, which took effect on Friday, includes the pool, barbecues and short walks near the visitor center. According to a statement released by the Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service, the repairs are expected to be completed […]

Mon Feb 6, 2023 - 9:35am
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High speed motorcyclist on the run in Tasmania’s Midlands

Oatlands Police are searching for two individuals on a white motorcycle who fled from authorities after being caught driving at excessive speeds on the Midland Highway. The incident occurred at 5:45 PM on the highway between Campbell Town and Ross. Police attempted to intercept the motorcycle at Oatlands, however, the rider was able to evade […]

Sun Feb 5, 2023 - 8:58pm
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Tassie Community Rallies Behind Teenage Drummer After Neighborhood Complaint

14-year-old Charlie, a talented drummer from Kingston, has been showered with support from the Tasmanian music community after they heard about a recent complaint made against him by a neighbor. The anonymous letter, sent to Charlie’s parents, accused the teenager of creating “intrusive and offensively loud” noise and demanded they invest in soundproofing for their […]

Sun Feb 5, 2023 - 6:39pm
Sport

JackJumpers star hit with suspected broken cheekbone

Josh Magette, the star point guard for the Tasmania JackJumpers, is likely to miss the NBL playoffs due to a suspected broken cheekbone. The injury was picked up during the third quarter of the team’s 87-63 win over Illawarra during the final regular season game on Saturday night. Magette was hit while defending a fast-break […]

Sat Feb 4, 2023 - 11:36pm
Road Incidents

Tassie man seriously injured after crashing ATV into wall

A Tasmanian man has been left with serious internal injuries after crashing a quadbike into a wall on Saturday afternoon. The 36-year-old Burnie man reportedly lost control of the ATV, which was unregistered, on Terrylands Street around 4:40pm. Police say the man collided with a cement retaining wall and was transported to the North West Regional […]

Sat Feb 4, 2023 - 11:22pm
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Fully loaded milk tanker rolls in Tasmania’s north

A fully loaded milk tanker that rolled in Northern Tasmania has left a main road blocked this afternoon.  The rollover, which happened at the intersection of Bridport Road and Aitkins Road near George Town, involved a tanker that was ‘fully laden’ with milk. Police say there were no reports of any spillage or injuries as […]

Sat Feb 4, 2023 - 6:49pm
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Residents want ‘confusing’ speed bump at Tassie hotspot changed

Residents of Bridport are calling for action to be taken at the junction of Main Street and Henry Street, which has become a source of confusion for both pedestrians and motorists. The town’s deputy mayor, Dale Jessup, reignited the call to turn the confusing speed bump into a pedestrian crossing at the council’s January meeting. […]

Thu Feb 2, 2023 - 5:30pm
Road Incidents

GoFundMe Launched For Young Tasmanians Injured In Horse Crash

In a heart-wrenching tragedy that has shaken Tasmania, five young lives have been shattered in a brutal car crash that claimed the lives of four innocent horses. In the early hours of Monday morning, the group of teenagers and young adults were returning from a harness meeting in Hobart when their white Ford Ranger veered […]

Thu Feb 2, 2023 - 1:44pm