Launceston Mayor Danny Gibson has resigned after seven months in the top job and will be leaving council tomorrow. In a statement, Gibson said ‘relentless attacks’ and speculation surrounding his Working with Vulnerable People Registration are the primary reason for his departure. “I have loved being Mayor and I’ve given my all – more than […]
Mon May 15, 2023 - 12:56pmA South Hobart cafe owned by councillor Mike Dutta and his daughter Zelinda has been vandalised for the second time this year, in what has been described as a ‘racial attack’. Customers were served on Saturday morning while the racist graffiti remained on the front wall of the popular café. Ms Sherlock took to Facebook […]
Mon May 15, 2023 - 7:00amNearly 1000 Tasmanians gathered at Bellerive Beach this morning for the annual Mother’s Day Classic, raising money for Breast Cancer research. The event was proudly sponsored by Pulse Hobart. SEE OUR 60+ PHOTO MEGA GALLERY:
Sun May 14, 2023 - 5:03pmThree warships have arrived in Hobart after weeks at sea on official maritime duty. The visit serves as a chance for the crew to rest and recover while also providing educational opportunities for Tasmania’s next generation. HMAS Sydney, making its first-ever visit to Hobart, joins HMAS Brisbane, returning to Hobart after a seven-month absence. Accompanying […]
Sat May 13, 2023 - 7:20pmThousands of anti-stadium protestors have filled Hobart’s parliament lawns this afternoon in a bid to ‘stop the stadium’. The crowd argue that funds set aside for a $750 million stadium at Macquarie Point should instead be directed towards housing, health and education. The anti-stadium rally was chaired by the author Richard Flanagan, with other speakers […]
Sat May 13, 2023 - 1:22pmTwo talented young skateboarders are taking Hobart by storm while raising funds for cystic fibrosis! 13-year-old Charlotte Leppard, who has Cystic Fibrosis, has taken to the streets alongside her best friend Zailee Jackson, showcasing their slick moves on skateboards around town to raise awareness and vital funds for Cystic Fibrosis Tasmania. Their project, ‘Shredding for […]
Sat May 13, 2023 - 10:50amPolice have revealed several mobile phones were recovered from the North Esk River yesterday as the search for a missing 14-year-old Burnie teenager continues. Forensic testing is currently being undertaken to confirm whether on not the phones are linked to the missing teenager. Shyanne-Lee Tatnell was last seen on April 30 while crossing the Henry […]
Fri May 12, 2023 - 11:11amUPDATED: 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 - 9:58amA man has died after a serious, three vehicle head-on crash on the Bass Highway in Northern Tasmania tonight. The man was pronounced dead at the scene near Camp Clayton shortly after 8pm on Thursday night. Police say a silver Mazda BT50 Ute and a silver Holden Commodore collided head on in the Devonport-bound lanes, with […]
Thu May 11, 2023 - 10:21pmA man has died after a serious, three vehicle head-on crash on the Bass Highway in Northern Tasmania tonight. The man was pronounced dead at the scene near Camp Clayton shortly after 8pm on Thursday night. Police say a silver Mazda BT50 Ute and a silver Holden Commodore collided head on in the Devonport-bound lanes, with […]
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