A sick Australian expeditioner is heading back to Hobart after being airlifted to the icebreaker RSV Nuyina from Antarctica’s Casey research station. The Nuyina left Hobart last week to rescue the expeditioner, who was suffering from a ‘developing medical condition’. Two helicopters and a medical retrieval team made the nearly hour-long flight to reach the station […]
Mon Sep 4, 2023 - 7:00pmThe Tasmania Fire Service have issued a smoke alert for Kingston and surrounding areas, south of Hobart. A Fuel Reduction Burn at The Lea (off the Southern Outlet) is pushing smoke over the Kingston township. The TFS say while there is no threat to communities, people with medical conditions are advised to avoid the smoke […]
Mon Sep 4, 2023 - 6:10pmThe Glenorchy Memorial Pool has been thrown a $200,000 lifeline by the State Government. The 60-year-old pool was forced shut due to due to various issues, including a leak and structural problems, earlier this year. With an estimated total restoration cost of around $30m – $40m, the State Government grant will allow the council to […]
Mon Sep 4, 2023 - 1:02pmHobart’s Lord Mayor has hit back at claims she is just “looking for a fight” over an AFL High Performance training facility, while revealing she is ‘for an AFL team and stadium’. Anna Reynolds made the announcement while speaking to Brent Costelloe and Tim Paine on SEN Tassie this morning. “I am pro team as […]
Mon Sep 4, 2023 - 9:14amLaunceston is set to become the 11th Australian city to get DAB+ Digital Radio, if a new proposal by the the federal communications regulator is approved. DAB+ Digital Radio was first introduced to Australia in 2009, promising greater choice with a number of additional channels for listeners. Plans for digital radio services were first hoped […]
Mon Sep 4, 2023 - 5:00amAs Howrah continues to expand and thrive, new and untapped commercial space has hit the market. Located next to the popular Glebe Hill Village Shopping Centre and alongside Coles and McDonald’s, Knight Frank is offering four lots alongside the busy complex. With the potential for anything from a fuel or fast food outlet to childcare […]
Mon Sep 4, 2023 - 4:00amAn investigation has been launched after a teenager was allegedly wounded in the Glenorchy bus mall this afternoon. Police say an 18-year-old was injured around 3pm on Sunday following a disturbance between two groups. The teenager was provided medical treatment at the scene before being transported to the Royal Hobart Hospital by paramedics. The 28-year-old […]
Sun Sep 3, 2023 - 7:57pmA person has been left with serious injuries after being hit by a car in Tasmania’s south overnight. Police say the crash saw the pedestrian hit on View Street in Geeveston around 11:30pm on Friday. It is believed the driver of the vehicle was known to the victim that was allegedly hit. They were taken […]
Sun Sep 3, 2023 - 12:50pmA beloved retro cinema in New Town has had ‘everything’ stolen from them after a devastating break-in. Rewind Cinema saw thieves steal over $9,500 worth of technology, memorabilia, food and alcohol after entering through an ajar window and avoiding the security alarm sensors. Owner Graziano Di Martino said he was was most upset about the […]
Sun Sep 3, 2023 - 11:00amThe Tasmanian Greens are pushing for public transport on Metro buses to be made free for all, for good. The party plan to introduce a Bill for permanent, free bus travel across the state in Parliament this week. READ MORE: Metro crime spree: Police deployed to escort Gagebrook buses Greens Transport spokesperson Vica Bayley called the 2022 free-travel […]
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