Tearful owner describes heartbreaking moment boat sank
A couple sailing their historic 20 metre 1958 Pilot Cutter struck danger in the D’Entrecasteaux Channel south of Woodbridge, igniting a rescue as the boat sank. What the owner said:
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Hobart ‘cheap-eats’ venues targeted by fair work
More than 30 ‘cheap-eats’ Hobart venues will be visited by the Ombudsman, who are on the ground protecting vulnerable workers. Where inspectors will be looking for non-compliance >>
Grammy nomination for Tassie-founded metal band
A Tasmanian-made metal band and its Burnie-born guitarist have been honoured with a Grammy-nomination at this year’s prestigious awards. What they had to say about the musical nod.
Why the Jackies are turning teal this week
The Tasmanian JackJumpers will be donning a different shade of green for an upcoming match, with the change in support of a great cause.
Sun’s out, tongues out: Tasmanian heatwave prompts RSPCA warning
Tasmania is sweltering through a heatwave and with temperatures expected to hit 12 degrees above average the RSPCA was warning people about the risk to their pets. What to do if you see a pet in heat distress:
Authorities responding to ‘heartbreaking’ sick devil
Heartbreaking footage of a visibly sick Tasmanian devil proves the animals plight is falling on “deaf ears” according to locals who say citizens are stepping up to pick up the pieces. Watch here >>
Watch out for roadkill as baby devils make their first move
Juvenile Tasmanian devils are leaving their mother’s pouches and venturing out into the world and onto our roads — prompting a warning. Where the devil roadkill hotspots are >>
Dedicated oiled wildlife spotter deployed, lake clean up continues
Lake Rosebery will remain closed for two more weeks while the clean up crew undertakes trials to determine the best method for removing up to 4,500 litres of oil. The latest:
Dam works chance to rewrite a “historic wrong”, activists say
More than 50 years on, activists continue to call for the decommissioning of the “high-risk” dam that flooded Lake Pedder. Why they are ramping up their efforts ahead of planned dam works.
Major tweak to proceedings at this year’s Invasion Day Hobart rally
Those who attended the Invasion Day rally in Hobart on Sunday would have noticed a key difference compared to the events of previous years.
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