Kings and Queens in Hobart lockup
Kings and Queens are proving the most popular for Hobart thieves, with the council calling checkmate on missing outdoor game pieces setting them back in the hundreds.
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‘Totally unacceptable’: Parts of hospital without proper cooling
Two health unions say handing out icy poles to patients is an inadequate response to the lack of adequate airconditioning in parts of a major public hospital.
Hobart hotel furniture given second life
Women at risk of homelessness will benefit from a donation of $500k worth of furniture from a hotel in the midst of a significant refurbishment.
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.
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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:
Lease explain: Government tight-lipped on Spirit negotiations
Labor says the public ‘have a right to know’ where the Spirits might be leased to while also reiterating calls for the new ship to be moved to Tasmania from Scotland.
Final day of Festivale filled to capacity
The team behind Festivale believe the event’s success comes down to its ability to evolve as City Park in Launceston is filled to capacity for this year’s iteration. Full wrap of the final day.
Excitement multiplied for first day of school
There are few occasions in parenthood to rival the significance of a child’s first day at school – but the milestone is particularly meaningful for those with twins and triplets.
Notorious bushranger’s old home could be converted into museum
The former home of Tasmania’s most infamous bushranger, Martin Cash, is being lovingly restored by its current owner, who says she hopes to turn part of it into a boutique museum.
Is this ‘lazy Pom’ Tassie’s most rescued bushwalker?
Self-described ‘lazy Pom’ and former high school teacher Bill Tomalin has been rescued more times than many while exploring Tasmania’s bush. Here’s why.
Where 10,000 homes could be built under new plans
The Tasmanian government is proposing to pave the way for property developers to build almost 10,000 new homes in the outlying suburbs of Greater Hobart. Here’s where it could go.
Bookies reveal favourite in critical federal battle for Lyons
Bookmakers have backed an early favourite to win the pivotal seat of Lyons as Liberal candidate Susie Bower and her high-profile Labor opponent Rebecca White are set to face-off.
100 photos: Colourful Pride Parade roars through Hobart’s CBD
MEGA GALLERY: Flags, rainbows and even Star Wars, Hobart turned into a rainbow to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community during TasPride’s annual parade. PHOTOS >>
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