Police are now scouring the banks of the River Derwent for the missing owner of a boat, which ran aground at Kingston Beach. But concerns are growing the longer he’s unaccounted for.
Another opponent has emerged who is voicing their concerns over the proposed Macquarie Point stadium. Here’s why.
The butcher from Smithton affectionately known as Pezza is using his recent success to help his much loved Saints. Watch the video >>
Masterchef’s Josh ‘Pezza’ Perry using his star power to help his local footy club, the Circular Head Saints, find a new coach. Video: Instagram…
A man in his 70s believed to have boarded the vessel alone yesterday morning and has now been reported missing by the family. Here’s the latest.
A Hobart father has warned others to be vigilant after his home was targeted by thieves. Watch the CCTV.
Pressure is building after the Racing Minister demands complete industry ‘integrity’. This comes as the findings of the independent Stewards Panel report were revealed.
Police have issued a stern warning after catching a young P-plater speeding more than 40km/h on a rural road near Fingal. The latest
Critically endangered parrots which only breed in Tasmania have begun flying back to Melaleuca. Here’s why things could be looking up for the birds.
A mystery boat has washed up at Kingston Beach. Video: Molly Appleton.
The son of infamous standover man Chopper Read was sentenced following a police chase that ended with him hiding in a ditch with a sawn-off shotgun.
The UTAS campus at Newnham will soon be empty following its inner-city move, however plans to turn the space into a residential and commercial precinct have stalled. Here’s what’s happening.
While some are manufactured in Tasmania, most illicit drugs like meth are smuggled into Tasmania via air, sea and mail. What the public can do to help the crackdown on drug trafficking.
A second bid for the proposed Kangaroo Bay Hotel to be assessed as a major project should be put on hold, the Clarence Council mayor says. Here’s why.
A large subdivision is set to be built in a major Tasmanian city as the future of a nearby shopping centre is in serious doubt.
Road deaths are “heading in the wrong direction” the road safety experts say and we could be going back to statistics last seen in the ‘80s. Here’s why speed limit changes could be key.
A grandfather has defended his wife in an abuse case alleging depraved punishments of her four grandchildren. Here’s what he said.
Upgrades to the Bruny Island ferry loading facilities are expected to open soon at more than double their original cost, and 3.5 years late. Here’s how it happened.
A family-run vineyard that’s expanded to Tasmania has announced plans to transform the wine and food experience at the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens. See what’s in store.
Vulnerable residents at aged care homes are having to fight for control of their lives, as homes make unnecessary guardianship applications on their behalf. Here are some ‘invalid’ reasons given.
A ‘terrifying’ road rage incident left a family traumatised, including a five-year-old child needing therapy. The road rager has been sentenced.
CCTV captures the moment thieves target a home at Dynnyrne.
Sisu Wines owner Jake Sheedy says plans to expand the business have been put on hold until there is further certainty around the cost of water. Here’s what’s holding things up.
Hundreds more Tasmanians will be able to study for work in the construction trades without paying TAFE fees following a $1.8m joint funding announcement by the state and federal governments.
AFL Masters Tasmania legend Donny Dykes reckons it’s the first mark he’s dropped in over a decade, it just might be the most important one too. Find out why Dykes was made a Legend on Monday night.
Tasmania’s Parks Minister has denied going slow on building a $40m flagship tourism development on the state’s West Coast to save money.
Parolees have been removing ankle bracelets intended to track their whereabouts, a parliamentary committee has heard. Here’s how often it’s happening.
The North-West council turned to one of its neighbours to find the man to replace former general manager Simon Overland. Here’s what the new GM had to say.
A Hobart court has heard how a woman defended herself as Tasmanian Olympic rowing medallist Simon Burgess struck her over the head multiple times. Here’s the latest from court.
Chris Fagan may be an outlier in AFL coaching ranks due to his age, but there’ll be one 86-year-old at the MCG on Saturday who’ll be cheering even louder than the Brisbane mentor should the Lions win.
Looking to get into the Airbnb market and wondering where you could make the most money in Tasmania? New data has given an insight into the potential highest-earning areas.
The use of TasNetworks computers to display messages urging staff to accept a pay offer was reminiscent of George Orwell’s book 1984, independent MP David O’Byrne says.
The controversial use of deterrents to keep animals away from salmon pens was discussed during a parliamentary committee. It revealed how many animals were killed last year.
Steve Kons has quit the Burnie Council – months after the council’s general manager resigned – with both parties signalling a “moment of change”. Here’s what he had to say.
An increase in the number of juvenile Maugean skates is a hopeful sign for the survival of the endangered species, scientists say.
The co-driver of the veteran driver who died in a 2021 Targa Tasmania crash has told a Hobart court of the frightening moments prior to the rollover at day one of an inquest.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is in Tasmania today to announce more funding for schools. Here’s what’s been promised.
The RSPCA-ordered shutdown of a Midlands labradoodle breeding operation in July is fuelling a push to outlaw puppy farming in the state. Here’s how it could happen.
Tasmanian Suki Paddington has fought for better funding for ovarian cancer since losing her mother Margy in 2023. Now she will feature as part…
Suki Paddington has been fighting for funding for ovarian cancer research and testing ever since the loss of her mother in 2023. Now a global brand will feature her as the face of their campaign.
Four traumatised siblings who came into the care of their affluent Hobart grandparents have painted a picture of horror within the home.
Tasmania’s Australian Services Union will lodge a dispute with the Fair Work Commission over negotiations with Metro. Find out why.
Fossil fuel multinational likely to breach environmental law again the offshore petroleum regulator has found after a 21,000 litre diesel leak on an offshore facility in the Bass Strait.
Longstanding plans to significantly upgrade the pedestrian and cycling paths on the Tasman Bridge are not feasible and have been abandoned, the government says.
Treasurer Michael Ferguson and his Labor shadow Josh Willie have clashed over the accuracy of the Liberal minority government’s budget forecasts.
A plan for a new 5-star hotel in Launceston has been revealed, and it’s been hailed as a game-changer for the city’s tourism. See the pictures.
The $775m estimate for the stadium does not include costs for the car park, bus interchange, access road or relocating a historic railway Goods Shed, a parliamentary committee has heard.
Five years late and four times over its original budget, the new bus ticketing system will be here soon, the Transport Minister says.
An affluent Hobart grandmother has pleaded guilty to ill-treatment of a child after forcing her teenage grandson to wear nappies, depriving him of sleep and filming him naked.
Damaging winds have already begun to sweep the state, with gusts making it too dangerous for the Bruny ferry to set sail. Latest.
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