Tasmanian Public Health Services have launched an investigation after it was discovered vaccines administered by a medical clinic in Hobart’s East over the last 20 years were incorrectly stored. Patients who received vaccinations between July 2003 and 22 March 2023 at Dodges Ferry Medical Clinic are advised to seek advice ‘due to the lack of […]
Wed Jun 14, 2023 - 10:25amThe Australian Government is investigating a data breach affecting HWL Ebsworth, one of the nation’s leading commercial law firms, to establish whether any Tasmanian information has been compromised. State Science and Technology Minister, Madeleine Ogilvie said federal authorities had contacted the Tasmanian Government to notify them of the attack, which may include state information. “While […]
Fri Jun 9, 2023 - 4:10pmTasmania’s Treasurer, Michael Ferguson, has presented the state’s budget for 2023/24, which reveals a postponed surplus, rising debt and potential cost increases for the Macquarie Point stadium project. The projected surplus of $19 million has been replaced by a deficit of $298 million and it is expected to reach $148 million in 2024/25 before a […]
Thu May 25, 2023 - 5:32pmUPDATED: Tasmania’s Liberal Party has been thrown into minority after two backbenchers quit to sit as independents. The announcement was made this morning by Member for Lyons John Tucker and Member for Bass Lara Alexander. Speaking in Launceston, the pair confirmed they would be leaving the party over concerns surrounding a new $715m stadium to be […]
Fri May 12, 2023 - 9:58amThe Federal Government is set to approve funding for a new multi-purpose stadium in Hobart, according to Government insiders. The $240 million shortfall will be filled by the Albanese government, clearing the final hurdle for Tasmania to be awarded the 19th AFL licence. The stadium, which is expected to cost around $750 million, will have […]
Tue Apr 25, 2023 - 9:00pmUPDATE 2:30 PM: During a press conference held this afternoon, Ms. Ogilvie announced the establishment of a helpline number for individuals who suspect that their data may have been compromised. The announcement comes in response to the recent release of personal data belonging to Tasmanian parents and students, which was reportedly stolen from the Department […]
Fri Apr 7, 2023 - 10:08amThe Tasmanian Government will announce a ban on the use of TikTok on all government devices, a government source has revealed. Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff has been forced to shut down his new TikTok account, @jrocktock, which he had created less than two weeks ago. This move comes after the Federal Government implemented a similar […]
Thu Apr 6, 2023 - 10:35amTasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff has announced on Facebook today that he had passed his motorcycle Ps! Rockliff, who is 53 years old, shared on his Facebook account that he hadn’t felt this excited since he was 17. The Premier’s post quickly went viral, with many congratulating him on his achievement. The state leader has been […]
Sun Mar 19, 2023 - 9:00pmThe Tasmanian Government is stepping in to ‘ensure’ that a major housing development on Hobart’s eastern shore, known as Skylands, can move forward despite facing opposition from the local council. The development has faced opposition from the Clarence City Council, which refused to endorse the proposed Skylands Master Plan at a meeting this week. A […]
Fri Mar 10, 2023 - 5:00amThe kunanyi/Mt Wellington Cable Car could still be going ahead, according to Premier Jeremy Rockliff and his ‘State of the State’ address today. Rockliff said cableways exist in iconic locations around the globe with “sensitive environmental conditions”, adding Tasmania “must move in this direction.” “We do nature tourism well and we can continue to do […]
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