‘Mercy’ sentence for medicinal cannabis warrior
A Tasmanian pensioner who honoured his dying wife’s wish to help people by giving them medicinal cannabis says a court fine has ruined his life. How it unfolded.
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‘Drug corner of Hobart’: Plans for Brisbane Hotel amid safety fears
Hobart’s Brisbane Hotel was once a mecca for live music. Read how it has fallen into disrepair and take a peek at plans for a revamp which have hit a snag.
Young man dead after fatal early morning crash
A passenger of a vehicle involved in a serious crash in the state’s north-east has tragically died in the early hours of the morning, while another has been taken to hospital.
Ranked: how safe is your aged care home?
Aged care residents in almost one in 10 Tasmanian aged care homes feel unsafe, a new survey reveals. See how safe your aged care home is in our online table.
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Marine-climate research could be wasted if no oversight, study shows
With the explosion in marine-climate research globally and in Tassie waters, a UTAS professor says changes need to be made to ensure findings aren’t wasted. The global gap in research.
‘Both can’t be right’: prosecutor calls on jury in alleged partner theft trial
A Crown prosecutor in the case of a Tasmanian woman accused of fleecing her former partner of $100K has delivered his closing arguments to a Hobart court, calling on them to make a decision on the ‘nine separate trials’.
New political gig for departing salmon industry leader
After the surprise announcement Luke Martin was leaving Salmon Tasmania the big question was where is he going. Read about his new job.
‘Fair game’: Metro bus drivers get security screens after attacks
In recent months, Metro bus drivers have been subjected to assaults and robberies. Read why that could be about to change.
Young voters turn on Dutton
Exclusive polling shows female voters are backing Prime Minister Anthony Albanese over Peter Dutton. Two young Tasmanian female voters explain why.
How Coalition’s planned public sector job cuts could impact Tassie
The national public sector union has warned that the Coalition’s proposed public sector cuts could see hundreds of Tasmanians sacked and the local economy damaged.
Greens name candidate for Legislative Council seat
The Greens are hoping their Legislative candidate for the seat of Pembroke will be elected, giving them a second member in the powerful Upper House.
Salmon Tasmania boss steps aside
The salmon industry, embroiled in controversy in recent weeks, will have a new leader. Read about the changing of the guard.
Smoke alarms tick for clocks tock back
Daylight saving is set to end on Sunday, with Tasmanian homes to wind back their clocks one hour for a sleep-in. The state’s fire service is also asking for families to check one other feature in their homes.
‘She made a mistake’: Teesdale’s backflip on native logging position
In the space of an hour, Federal Labor Candidate for Bass Jess Teesdale went from wanting to see native forestry logging end in Tasmania to supporting the industry. What went down.
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