An elderly woman has been hospitalised after a teen allegedly threw a soft drink can off the top floor of a car park building in Hobart CBD this afternoon. Police say the 13-year-old was part of a group that allegedly threw objects from height off the Argyle Street Carpark into Wellington Walk, leaving the 76-year-old […]
Wed Apr 19, 2023 - 5:35pm‘Clarence’ the tiny forest bat was recently found stuck in a sticky flypaper trap, struggling to stay alive, in Tasmania’s Huon Valley. The bat from Franklin was covered in glue and taken to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary’s clinic where it was washed multiple times to remove the glue. Clarence is now being taken care of by […]
Wed Apr 19, 2023 - 10:54amA number of sheep are understood to have been killed and others injured after a truck rolled on a northern Tasmanian road this afternoon. Police say the crash on Meander Valley Road between Exton and Westbury has left the driver of the truck with minor injuries, while some injured sheep are receiving veterinary treatment at […]
Mon Apr 17, 2023 - 3:23pmA Hobart man who defrauded investors out of close to $2 million has been sentenced to prison after an ASIC investigation. A former ‘Gold Coast property scheme promoter’, Anthony Keith Silver, also known as Tony Silver was today sentenced to eight years and six months imprisonment for fraud totalling $1.815 million. The sentence follows an investigation by […]
Mon Apr 17, 2023 - 12:55pmAmbulance Tasmania paramedic Harrison has just completed an incredible test of endurance, finishing third in the Indian Pacific Wheel Race, a gruelling solo, unsupported ride from ocean to ocean across Australia! Riding his bike over 5,475 kilometers from Perth to Sydney, Harrison competed against 24 other riders and completed the race in a remarkable 21 […]
Mon Apr 17, 2023 - 11:48amA pair of walkers who ‘became disoriented’ after embarking on what was meant to be a day walk near Deloraine in Tasmania’s north have been found today. The husband and wife set off on Syd’s Track on Thursday and spent two nights in the wilderness before the alarm was raised. Police say the couple were […]
Sat Apr 15, 2023 - 6:59pmIt’s been announced some of Australia’s biggest dance artists are heading to Hobart for the return of Revel Warehouse Party, and now is your LAST chance to grab tix at a heavily discounted price! Human Movement, James Pepper, Luen and Bella Claxton are just some of the signature acts set to hit The Goods Shed on May […]
Fri Apr 14, 2023 - 2:45pmTributes are flowing for 15-year-old Hobart student Ella James, who passed away overnight after losing her ‘long battle’ with cancer. Ella has been described as an “incredible” and “beautiful” young lady, with her family sharing the news with “broken hearts”. “Her fight is finally over, She now rests in peace,” they said.
Fri Apr 14, 2023 - 1:06pmThe Danish royal family have announced Princess Mary of Denmark, who was born and raised in Hobart, will be attending the coronation of King Charles in London on May 6. Alongside her will be Tasmania’s Governor, Barbara Baker, making the event even more special for Tasmanians. Princess Mary, who was born Mary Elizabeth Donaldson, moved […]
Thu Apr 13, 2023 - 1:26pmThe Tasmanian potato industry has been dealt another blow as the Potato Virus Y tuber necrosis strain (PVYNTN) has been found on multiple properties across the state. The virus can cause significant damage to potato yields, reducing them by up to 80%. Although the virus does not pose a danger to humans, it is known […]
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