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Healthcare and cost of living top concerns for Tasmanian voters, according to new poll

The latest Tasmanian opinion polling shows increased support for the Liberal government and a decline in support for Labor, with voters favouring independent candidates instead. The week-long EMRS state voting intentions report, which started last Monday, indicates that the government’s support has risen by one percentage point to 39%, while Labor’s has dropped from 32% to […]

Thu Nov 30, 2023 - 2:25pm

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Major makeover in the works for Hobart’s iconic Elizabeth Street Pier

Plans for a refurbishment project that would transform the Elizabeth Street Pier on Hobart’s waterfront, including adding more accommodation and constructing a new restaurant, have been submitted to the city council. The proposed changes, drawn up by Jaws Architects, include the creation of 42 new rooms by converting what is currently a function centre into accommodation and […]

Thu Nov 30, 2023 - 12:05pm

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Helicopter called for driver seriously injured in Lake Leake highway crash

A person has been seriously injured in a crash on the Lake Leake Highway this morning. The Rescue Helicopter is currently heading to the scene near Big Peppermint Hill to transport the injured person to hospital. While the road remains open, motorists should anticipate some delays when passing through the area. 2:30pm, Thursday 30 November: […]

Thu Nov 30, 2023 - 8:35am

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Hobart’s Friday night Street Eats @ Franko back for summer season

Hobart’s favourite Friday night street food event is set to make a highly-anticipated return to the city for its eighth season running this Friday. Street Eats @ Franko will kick off on December 1 with a wide array of 18 rotating street food vendors, all ready to help you bid farewell to the workweek with […]

Thu Nov 30, 2023 - 6:00am

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Bold vision pays off for Du Cane with ‘new brewery of the year’ win

Du Cane Brewery and Dining Hall in Launceston has been named Australia’s ‘New Brewery of the Year’. The award was presented by Beer & Brewer Magazine and was selected by a panel of industry leaders and experts, as well as being voted on by the public. Du Cane co-owners Sam Reid and Will Horan were […]

Thu Nov 30, 2023 - 4:00am

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Tasmanian councillor kicked out of meeting for standing firm on ‘racist garbage’ remarks

A mayor has kicked a Tasmanian councillor out of a tense council meeting after he told another councillor they needed to ‘research racism’. Burnie councillor Trent Aitken was removed from a meeting on Tuesday night following comments he made directed at his fellow councillor, Amina Keygan. Keygan had requested that Aitken retract and apologise for […]

Thu Nov 30, 2023 - 12:05am

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More drama for P&O ‘cruise from hell’ as ship now unable to dock in Port Arthur

Cruisers who were ‘forced’ to visit Hobart after their ship was denied entry to New Zealand have been dealt another blow, with plans to dock in Port Arthur tomorrow now scrapped due to bad weather. P&O have arranged free shuttle buses to Port Arthur so passengers ‘won’t miss out’, while others have already disembarked in […]

Wed Nov 29, 2023 - 6:34pm

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100+ Tasmanian wines & sparkling to go on show at 2024 Tas Wine Fest

The Tasmanian Wine Festival is gearing up for its fifth annual celebration at the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens in Hobart next February. More than 25 Tasmanian vineyards and winemakers are set to return for the garden party on February 10 and 11, accompanied by a selection of curated food and a lineup of local entertainment. […]

Wed Nov 29, 2023 - 5:00pm

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Tragic discovery as 34 pilot whales found dead on Tasmania’s Bryans Beach

34 pilot whales, including some calves, have been found dead on Bryans Beach on the Freycinet Peninsula on the East Coast of Tasmania. Local guide, photographer and conservationist Chris Theobald described the discovery as “confronting” and said he had ‘never seen’ a mass stranding like this in his 17 years of work. “Confronting scenes today […]

Wed Nov 29, 2023 - 2:40pm

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Spectacular image of Tasmanian sunset makes top weather calendar

The Bureau of Meteorology’s Australian Weather Calendar is celebrating its 40th edition this year, showcasing 13 stunning images including a spectacular Tasmanian sunset. The winning image for the calendar month of July was taken by photographer Nick Fitzgerald in late December just after the summer solstice from Mount Massif in the Cradle Mountain/Lake St Clair National […]

Wed Nov 29, 2023 - 2:05pm