The AFL have already attempted to take it down once, but the duo behind the Tasmanian Turbo Chooks are back with their ‘dream-team’ merch – which is raising money for Tasmanian charities. Dan Taylor – co-host of Hit 100.9 Hobart Breakfast, and his Northern mate Ash Wayling, have gone to market with the tongue-in-cheek brand […]
Tue May 23, 2023 - 6:15pmThe iconic McDonald’s storefront in Hobart’s Cat and Fiddle Arcade has permanently closed its doors this week. In a statement to Pulse Hobart, McDonald’s Australia confirmed the closure, citing the approaching end of lease as the primary reason for the shutdown. The fast-food giant expressed its gratitude to the loyal customers who frequented the Hobart […]
Tue May 23, 2023 - 4:30pmA crash between a motorbike and a car on Elizabeth Street near Warwick Street in Hobart has resulted in traffic delays this afternoon. Police are advising motorists to expect congestion and avoid the area if possible. They say no serious injuries have been reported at this time. Authorities are investigating the incident.
Tue May 23, 2023 - 3:32pmThe director of Dark Mofo is backing a roofed stadium at Macquarie Point – but he says it needs light rail to the northern suburbs, visitor facilities and an integrated and central Truth and Reconciliation park. In an opinion piece for The Mercury, Leigh Carmichael said he believes the stadium location is ideal, with easy […]
Tue May 23, 2023 - 2:56pmMotorists who use the Channel Highway south of Kingston are being warned to prepare for ‘lengthy delays’ of around 30 minutes tomorrow as rock blasting is undertaken for the construction of a new roundabout. RoadTas say the Channel Highway at Huntingfield between Rays Court and Maddocks Road will be closed to all traffic in both directions between 1:30pm […]
Tue May 23, 2023 - 1:52pmDozens of union activists are protesting outside of the Hobart Executive Building, calling on the State Government to ensure Tasmania doesn’t lose the 39 mental health beds when St Helens Private Hospital closes in June. They are demanding more is done to support vulnerable Tasmanians who will be affected by the hospital’s closure. “The private […]
Tue May 23, 2023 - 12:32pmPolice are appealing for help in identifying three vehicles as part of their ongoing investigation into the disappearance of 14-year-old Shyanne-Lee Tatnell. She was last seen on April 30 near Henry Street in Launceston and despite an extensive search, there have been no traces of Shyanne-Lee found. Authorities are particularly interested in a silver sedan, […]
Tue May 23, 2023 - 11:46amThe Cradle Mountain Cable Car project is now effectively ‘dead’, after federal funding was withdrawn this week. Construction costs for the project have soured to $190m, since the initial estimate of $60 million to be jointly pledged by the state and federal governments. Greens Senator Nick McKim, a vocal opponent of the cable car development, […]
Tue May 23, 2023 - 7:00amSalamanca Market stallholders are celebrating a “huge victory” after the City of Hobart tonight reached a new agreement – which clears up weeks of concerns over stallholder fees. The Council has reached an agreement which will see an annual CPI increase for stall fees for the life of the agreement, capped at 10%. In addition, […]
Mon May 22, 2023 - 8:21pmIn his red tutu, cape and hair, Cystic Fibrosis warrior Jack Dyson effortlessly crossed the finish line at Sunday morning’s City to Casino race – raising over $2,300 for the disease. “At 11 days old I was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, a genetic condition that affects the lungs and the pancreas as well as all […]
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