Woman used different names to score scripts from 50+ doctors
A woman has been convicted of orchestrating an elaborate fraud, impersonating several people to obtain 129 illegal prescriptions from dozens of doctors across Tasmania. HER SENTENCE >>
Tasmania
Rate hike approved as council grapples with budget woes
Ratepayers in a sprawling Southern Tasmanian community will be hit with significantly higher bills in the coming financial year as their local council attempts to return its budget to surplus.
Police constable killed in line of duty was ‘one of the best of us’
Tributes flow after Tasmania Police reveal the identity of the veteran police officer who was shot and killed at a rural Tasmanian property.
Floods, snow and sun: A week in Tasmanian weather
The weather is keeping Tasmanians on its toes with a few changes on the way, including promising signs for a slightly warmer weekend before another wintry blast brings snow. FORECAST >>
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Clarence mayor rules out running in ‘unnecessary’ election
While candidates are coming forward to run in the state election, one high profile mayor has decided not to stand. Read his thoughts.
‘More of same’: Liberals share Labor message with passcodes
The state election has only just begun but already each side is trying to get one-up on the other. Read the latest.
Doctor loses appeal against $755k botched haemorrhoid surgery
A Hobart Private Hospital surgeon will need to pay a patient thousands after a haemorrhoid surgery went wrong.
Former Salmon Tasmania boss Luke Martin pitch for parliament
Luke Martin was inspired by late Labor Premier Jim Bacon’s vision for Tasmania. Now he wants to follow his mentor into politics.
‘Fix this fiasco’: Former Attorney-General to run
A former Attorney-General is making an independent bid in the upcoming state election, frustrated with Tasmania’s current government. What her run could mean for the political landscape.
Burning of giant Maugean skate to draw Dark Mofo to close
Last chance to commit fears to Maugean skate before it is burned to prepare the community for a clean and sacred year.
Pentland heralds indy era
Bass independent Rebekah Pentland says she’s going to launch herself headfirst into a campaign for an election nobody wanted. Her view of the stadium’s effect on the polls.
Ex Lambie seeks preselection for Tasmanian National Party
‘Just arrogance’: An ex-Jacqui Lambie Network MP the slams Liberals as he announces his run for a party that’s been on hiatus in the state for several years. Behind his move.
Loving tribute to those who helped after police dad’s death
When her police officer father died suddenly, Cleo Darke, was just 16. How Police Legacy helped her through the darkest days.
Liberals commit to pharmacy push but face backlash from doctors
The state’s Premier has promised a plan to expand pharmacy scope of practice is re-elected. But, medical bodies argue this could put people at risk.
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