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Free replacement licenses for Tasmanians impacted by Latitude data breach

Tasmanians caught up in a recent Latitude data breach are now entitled to receive a free replacement driver’s license or personal information card. This comes after the non-bank lender confirmed that the data of around 330,000 customers has been stolen, including driver’s licenses, passports and Medicare numbers. Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Michael Ferguson, announced […]

Mon Mar 20, 2023 - 10:55pm
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Freezing temperatures forecast for Tasmania as icy conditions loom

Southern Tasmania is set to experience freezing temperatures as a high pressure system moves over the state! The Bureau of Meteorology has warned of icy conditions and near-zero temperatures, with frost expected on Tuesday morning. The City of Hobart has issued a pre-emptive closure of Pinnacle Road at the Springs due to forecast ice overnight. […]

Mon Mar 20, 2023 - 3:23pm
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Warning after shark spotted on Hobart waterfront

A shark that has been spotted swimming on the Hobart Waterfront has prompted a warning from authorities this morning. Police are warning swimmers and water-users to be aware of the shark, which is thought to be around 1-2m long and was spotted swimming around the Franklin Wharf area shortly before 10 AM. People are advised to […]

Mon Mar 20, 2023 - 10:52am
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Iconic Hobart ‘Veg Bar’ restaurant to close down

After six years of serving plant-based food in North Hobart, Veg Bar has announced that it will be shutting down next month. The owners of the popular vegan restaurant say they are nearing the end of their lease and will be taking some time to find a new, suitable location for the restaurant, while continuing […]

Mon Mar 20, 2023 - 9:15am
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Tasmania set to ban Nazi symbols in new legislation

A bill to outlaw the public display of Nazi symbols in Tasmania is set to be introduced to Parliament when it resumes sitting on Tuesday. The proposed legislation would make it an offence for any person to knowingly exhibit a Nazi symbol in a public place, as well as on private property that is visible […]

Mon Mar 20, 2023 - 8:36am
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‘Should we lower city speed limits?’: Launceston council

Launceston city officials are set to consider a proposal to lower speed limits across the city’s urban areas, with a view to reducing the likelihood of accidents and serious injuries. The proposed changes come as part of a wider review of the existing speed limits on arterial roads and main suburban shopping centers with higher […]

Sun Mar 19, 2023 - 3:10pm
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Concerns grow for welfare of missing woman Maureen Bode last seen in Huonville

Police are appealing to the public for any information about the whereabouts of 69-year-old Maureen Bode, who left her home in Bellerive two days ago and was last seen in the Huonville area yesterday. Concerns are mounting for her welfare, and police are urging anyone who has seen her or knows of her whereabouts to […]

Sun Mar 19, 2023 - 2:24pm
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Tasmanian motorcyclist killed in crash on Victorian road, Elderly driver charged

A Tasmanian man has tragically lost his life in a collision between a 4WD and a motorcycle on Rushworth-Tatura Road in Northern Victoria on Friday afternoon. The incident occurred at around 3pm, in Waranga Shores near Shepparton and resulted in the death of the 61-year-old male rider from Lutana. Victoria Police’s Major Collision Investigation Unit […]

Sun Mar 19, 2023 - 12:50pm
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New Kingston town cafe forced to close due to vandalism

Smokey 7, a beloved new, small cafe in Kingston town, has been forced to close it’s doors today following an act of vandalism overnight. The cafe posted a message to their Facebook page late last night, explaining the closure was necessary for further investigation and repair after broken glass, a flipped table and smashed window […]

Sat Mar 18, 2023 - 9:05am
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Former Launceston Airport CEO Chris Woodruff’s passing mourned by community

Launceston Airport is mourning the loss of former CEO Chris Woodruff, who passed away recently. Woodruff had served as CEO of Melbourne and Launceston Airports from August 2007 to June 2015, and was “instrumental” in leading numerous infrastructure improvements and developments across the airport precinct during his tenure. One of his major achievements was the […]

Sat Mar 18, 2023 - 8:45am
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