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Tasmanian cancer advocate Jo Harris loses her battle with disease

Jo Harris, an ovarian cancer warrior who fought for respite services for local Tasmanians with cancer, has sadly passed away. Harris was the inspiration behind the JackJumpers’ partnership with the SHE Foundation, the Club’s official charity partner. Harris’ fight against ovarian cancer was nothing short of inspirational, and her impact on the lives of Tasmanians […]

Sun Apr 23, 2023 - 12:55pm
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Chris Hemsworth goes mountain biking in Maydena on Tassie trip

Aussie actor Chris Hemsworth has just wrapped up an ‘amazing trip’ in Tasmania, taking his family on a thrilling bike ride through a popular park. The Hollywood star kicked off the weekend with some go-karting in Kingston, followed by a thrilling bike ride through a popular park in Tasmania. Hemsworth shared his excitement and pride […]

Sun Apr 23, 2023 - 11:38am
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Chris Hemsworth visits Kingston karting track

Australian actor Chris Hemsworth, famous for his role as Thor, surprised families at a local karting track in Kingston on Saturday morning. Hemsworth’s son raced against local children and even won a race, while his father spent time taking selfies with excited Tassie locals. Chris Hemsworth reportedly holidaying in Hobart Chris Hemsworth, AKA Thor himself, […]

Sat Apr 22, 2023 - 4:01pm
Macquarie Point

Tasmanian Greens withdraw support for state’s AFL licence bid

The Tasmanian Greens have pulled their support for the state’s AFL licence bid due to the state’s ‘inability to afford a new stadium’. The bid to join the national league requires the construction of a stadium that the state “doesn’t need and can’t afford,” according to Greens leader Cassy O’Connor. The Greens say they still […]

Sat Apr 22, 2023 - 12:29pm
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Chris Hemsworth reportedly holidaying in Hobart

Chris Hemsworth, AKA Thor himself, has reportedly been spotted in Hobart this weekend!   The Hollywood superstar was reportedly seen dining in Salamanca with his family last night, and is understood to be staying in Hobart.   One Pulse follower said Hemsworth visited the Peppina restaurant behind Parliament House for dinner on Friday night, before […]

Sat Apr 22, 2023 - 7:00am
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Phone, seatbelt camera testing goes live across Tasmania

Testing of new phone and seatbelt detection cameras has begun across Tasmania this week as the State Government beings the roll out of the ‘life saving technology’. The technology, which is capable of detecting drivers who are not wearing their seatbelts correctly or using their phones while driving, will soon be integrated with the existing […]

Fri Apr 21, 2023 - 4:30pm
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Man fined after urinating in Hobart McDonald’s store

An apprentice carpenter has copped a $300 fine for causing chaos in the North Hobart McDonald’s during a wild night out on the town. As reported by The Mercury, the incident happened in the early hours of Sunday March 5th when the young man was caught urinating inside the restaurant. According to police prosecutor Melanie […]

Fri Apr 21, 2023 - 11:14am
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‘Major search operation’ for missing man underway in Tasmania’s north

LATEST: After an extensive search operation overnight, Police say the man was ‘safely located’ early this morning. “Police would like to thank members of the public for their information and assistance in relation to the matter.” EARLIER: Tasmania Police have launched a “major search operation” for a missing elderly man in Tasmania’s north this afternoon. Police […]

Thu Apr 20, 2023 - 10:40pm
Macquarie Point

$300 million housing development and Indigenous centre proposed for Macquarie Point

Former governor of Tasmania Kate Warner launched an ambitious vision for Macquarie Point, proposing a $300 million housing development of 1000 new homes for 2000-3000 Tasmanians as an alternative to the State Government’s proposed $750 million stadium. The proposal includes a Truth and Reconciliation Park and a $100 million Indigenous Cultural Centre. The vision also […]

Thu Apr 20, 2023 - 1:09pm
Road Incidents

‘Very close call:’ Tasmanian driver survives after wood crashes through windscreen

A Tasmanian driver has survived a ‘very close call’ after a piece of wood from a passing log truck crashed through their windscreen in the state’s north yesterday afternoon. Police say the incident occurred at around 2:30pm on Bridport Road near the Pipers River shop as the driver of the white SUV was travelling eastbound. […]

Thu Apr 20, 2023 - 12:37pm