Future of century-old zinc works ‘uncertain’, union fears
After Nyrstar announced that it would be reducing production at the Hobart zinc works, a powerful trade union has warned that the future of the iconic smelter is under a cloud.
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Party time: Labor slams $100k spend on bridge launch
At a time when the Rockliff government has placed privatisation on the table, Labor claims they’re throwing a $100k party to open the Bridgewater Bridge. The government breaks down the spend.
‘You animal’: Former St Virgil’s student lashes out in abuse trial
A former Catholic college student alleging historic sexual and physical abuse at the school has lashed out at counsel in court, calling him an ‘animal’. What the court heard.
Arsonist gets sentencing date after admitting perverting justice
A Tasmanian sexual offender, who served 19 years in a NSW jail for causing the deaths of six backpackers in a Kings Cross fire in the 1980s, will be sentenced next month for perverting justice.
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‘Losing my mind’: Aussie star reveals crippling battle
A leading GP says there’s no need for women to suffer in silence these days about a taboo topic.
Protesters crash PM’s press conference
Protesters have crashed the Primer MInister’s press conference, to send a message about the Maugean Skate.
PM’s $28m boost for Maugean skate
Despite delaying a decision on the expansion of a salmon farm on the West Coast, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has promised to spend big to improve conditions in Macquarie Harbour.
Embezzlement repeat offender learns fate after $270k fraud
A 39-year-old accounts clerk, who stole $270,000 from a Tasmanian family business after failing to disclose an embezzlement conviction, has been sentenced in court.
Chainsaw attack appeal delayed as lawyers raise ‘fresh evidence’
The appeal of a woman jailed after a jury found she played a role in a chainsaw attack on a neighbour has been delayed, after defence lawyers claimed they had “fresh evidence” in the case.
Hillcrest trial: Day five wrap up
Pegs used to hold down the jumping castle that became airborne at Hillcrest Primary School in 2021 were ‘not up to standard’, according to an expert. Here’s a wrap up of day five of the trial.
Greens flag animal welfare action
Opposition, minor party and independent MPs in state parliament could combine to force improvements to Tasmania’s animal welfare laws, Greens MLC Cassy O’Connor says.
Targa Tasmania to enter new chapter
Targa Tasmania unveils major “reboot” for 2025, with new dates, route, and future secured. What we know.
Remembrance Day marked in Hobart
More than a century after the guns fell silent on the “war to end all wars” — humanity remains blighted by the misery of armed conflict, Hobart’s Remembrance Day service has heard.
Life-size statue of Edward ‘Teddy’ Sheean VC unveiled at Latrobe
More than 80 years after he made the ultimate sacrifice, Edward ‘Teddy’ Sheean’s has been honoured with a statue.
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