TikToker fined for Neil the Seal encounter
He is the loveable larrikin of Tasmania’s marine and coastal areas. But one fan’s close encounters with southern elephant seal Neil has had a hefty hidden price tag. Find out what happened.
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Protesters rage against carriage rides in Hobart
Police attended a protest by animal welfare activists on Hobart waterfront who called for an end to one of Hobart’s decade-long tourist attractions.
‘Foist it on people’: Gruen author on lack of community support
The author of a report into the Macquarie Point stadium has some views on politicians and their ability to sell the project to the community. Read his views.
Popular chef opens hip new venue
The new Sandy Bay joint — Six Russell — already has people lining up outside its doors, and it’s only the start of what’s planned for the venue.
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$1.4bn vision for pair of major Tasmanian hospitals revealed
For the next 20 years, an estimated $1.4bn will be spent on major upgrades at two of Tasmania’s hospitals. Find out what’s planned.
‘Sometimes I think this is the sh*ttiest thing, why me?’
An Aussie man has opened up on his trauma and how he has been able to bounce back.
What’s in a name: Big brands line up to sponsor Mac Point stadium
“Blue chip” companies are expressing strong interest in securing the naming rights to the proposed Macquarie Point stadium, with the value of the potential partnership expected to be “significant”.
Scientists to review population projections for Maugean skate
A team of scientists will review population projections for the endangered Maugean skate after questions were raised over key data. Latest.
Family of George McNees confirm his ‘peaceful passing’
Tassie’s bravest little battler George McNees passed away after an eight-year battle with cancer, family have confirmed. His family’s touching tribute >
Vietnamese gallery breathes new life into old Glenorchy Ice Rink
The old Glenorchy Ice Rink had been repurposed and turned into a new gallery, proudly displaying the work of three generations of a family of artists. See their stunning work.
Residents, businesses count the costs as storms clean up continues
Residents are counting the cost as the damage assessment begins across the state following almost a week of wild weather. What’s to come:
Flashy new apartments planned for Hobart suburb
Newly released images show what a flashy new development in a semirural suburb in the state’s south could look like. But there could be a problem with the building height. See the pictures.
Tassie ocean scientists clinch prestigious Eureka Prize
A group of Tasmanian researchers, whose work has been used in defence and maritime warfare, climate change research, and shipwreck hunts, have won a prestigious Eureka Science Prize.
Budget to target jobs, cost of living, says Treasurer Ferguson
Next week’s state budget will focus on jobs, easing cost of living pressures and delivering the government’s election promises, Treasurer Michael Ferguson says.
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