Final day of Festivale filled to capacity
The team behind Festivale believe the event’s success comes down to its ability to evolve as City Park in Launceston is filled to capacity for this year’s iteration. Full wrap of the final day.
Tasmania
Excitement multiplied for first day of school
There are few occasions in parenthood to rival the significance of a child’s first day at school – but the milestone is particularly meaningful for those with twins and triplets.
Notorious bushranger’s old home could be converted into museum
The former home of Tasmania’s most infamous bushranger, Martin Cash, is being lovingly restored by its current owner, who says she hopes to turn part of it into a boutique museum.
Is this ‘lazy Pom’ Tassie’s most rescued bushwalker?
Self-described ‘lazy Pom’ and former high school teacher Bill Tomalin has been rescued more times than many while exploring Tasmania’s bush. Here’s why.
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Teen kept in cell with no mattress, but conditions improving: report
A teenage prisoner was kept in a cell without a mattress or any personal items under an unsanctioned “hostile management regime” at the Risdon Prison Complex, a report has found.
UTAS inner-city move complete, marking new era for regions
A move expected to boost student numbers by 10,000 by 2032 is complete after the final piece of a $304m move has been completed. Here’s a look at the new UTAS campus.
Should Tasmania change its floral emblem?
Since 1962, the Tasmanian blue gum has been the state’s floral emblem. But an alternative plant species has been proposed to represent the state.
New cabinet incoming after second minister in a week quits
Nic Street has resigned from cabinet because of mental health issues, saying it’s ‘probably the most selfish decision I’ve made in eight years in politics’. What his resignation means for govt.
‘Stars aligned’: Elyse Villani’s Tassie cricket success
She’s been described as one of the most damaging batters in international cricket but Elyse Villani still has plenty she wants to achieve and Tasmania is proving to be the perfect base for success
Palawa children choose names for Tasmania’s ambassadors
The two Tasmanian devil sisters sent to a New Zealand zoo have finally been christened. What names palawa children chose for the devil ambassadors.
‘A great waste of money’: Cheaper options pitched for ferry issue
The head of a freight shipping company that works out of Devonport has expressed concerns about a proposed temporary solution for the Spirits. His alternative solutions.
Iconic Tasmanian lavender farm on the market
‘Bittersweet’ decision has been made to put the world-class tourism destination up for sale. Here’s why.
Million dollar paydays for ferry fiasco chiefs
REVEALED: The salary packages of two government business CEOs who presided over the Spirit of Tasmania fiasco have both earned more than the Premier. Here’s how much.
Lambie MP maintains budget rage with rare move
Jacqui Lambie Network MP Andrew Jenner has maintained his one-man opposition to the state budget in a rare move as it passed through the House of Assembly.
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