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Craig WarhurstQueensland Regional Editor

Craig Warhurst has been a journalist for more than 25 years starting his career as a photographer at The Gympie Times. He then went on to lead that newspaper as editor before moving on to be the editor of the Bundaberg News Mail, Sunshine Coast Daily, Townsville Bulletin and the Hobart Mercury.

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Automated enforcement cameras get ready to roll, Road Safety Advisory Council chair Scott Tilyard and Assistant Commissioner Jonathan Higgins at Hobart. Picture: Chris Kidd

Slow down on the road so road toll slows too

Drivers still have much to learn if the state is going to reduce the road toll, the new chair of the Road Safety Council says as a trauma counsellor gives insights into how a fatal accident affects those left behind.

WATCH: Tassie drivers dicing with death

WATCH: Tassie drivers dicing with death

Tasmania’s highest ranking police officer is warning there’ll be “no second chances” for fatal five offences as a series of near-misses show the dangerous driving on our roads. VIDEO >>

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AFL goes full-tilt on stadium: Gill’s promise to grassroots clubs

AFL goes full-tilt on stadium: Gill’s promise to grassroots clubs

AFL chief Gill McLachlan has ramped up his push for a stadium at Mac Point, sending a letter to all grassroots footy clubs to tell them how they’ll benefit. READ THE LETTER >>

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SUN TAS. Gavin and Leanne Wakerell parents of Logan Braunack who died in a single vehicle accident. They are holding a drawing of Logan done by a friend. Picture: Nikki Davis-Jones

‘Love your kids’: Parents’ message after losing son

Still reeling from the shock of losing their son in a car crash, a Tassie couple were confronted with what to do next as they balanced grief, legal woes, living each day and honouring Logan’s legacy.

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The 2014 Macquarie Point masterplan, featuring an AFL stadium, by The Office for Collective Design.

‘If you’re for an AFL team, get on board a new stadium’

If you are against a new stadium in Hobart you are against Tasmania being part of Australia’s premier national competition — there are no ifs or buts. EDITOR’S VIEW >>

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Heatwave: Fire alert for Tassie as temps to soar

Heatwave: Fire alert for Tassie as temps to soar

High temperatures, the risk of lightning and possible gusty conditions has the Tasmania Fire Service on high alert as a low-intensity heatwave brings sweltering conditions. FORECAST >>

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Jocelyn Daguman, 14, who tragically died in a 4x4 accident. Picture: Supplied.

“Beautiful girl”: 14yo remembered after long weekend tragedy

The Tasmanian community is in mourning today following the tragic death of a 14-year-old girl in a 4×4 accident on a private property yesterday evening. See the touching tribute.

Staff’s ‘bravery and quick thinking’ saves worker’s life

Staff’s ‘bravery and quick thinking’ saves worker’s life

A shopper has described how towels were soaked in blood as Harris Scarfe Moonah workers tried to save the life of one of their young colleagues stabbed during an alleged shoplifting gone wrong.

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CAIRNS, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 20: Sean Macdonald of the JackJumpers in action during the round 16 NBL match between Cairns Taipans and Tasmania Jackjumpers at Cairns Convention Centre, on January 20, 2023, in Cairns, Australia. (Photo by Emily Barker/Getty Images)

‘Champion inclusion’: JackJumpers make call on controversial jersey

The JackJumpers have taken a stand for the LGBTQIA community as they head into the Pride Round at MyState Bank Arena.

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Thumbnail for Anthony Albanese talking Macquarie Point Stadium

‘AFL needs to do its bit’: PM makes stadium hopes clear

Laying out his thoughts on the $715m multipurpose stadium at Mac Point, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called on the AFL to “do its bit”.>

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