Plans to fast-track Ashley replacement hits roadblock
Government plans to open a replacement to the troubled Ashley Youth Detention Centre have hit a roadblock after the Legislative Council voted down a bill to fast-track the process.
Tasmania
Rockliff not resigning likened to Trump behaviour: Forrest
The Premier’s decision to send Tasmanians to the polls instead of resigning has been compared to “Trump-like behaviour” by a respected MP. Here’s why she says ‘egos must be put aside’.
GALLERY: City purged after lighting of Ogoh ogoh
Crowds flocked to watch the giant ogoh ogoh shaped as an endangered Maugean skate for the finale of Dark Mofo. 30+ images from the midwinter festival.
How women’s health service is bursting the bubble on taboo
The Bubble is a much loved women’s health clinic in Launceston, but it’s struggling to meet the demand of Tasmanian women. How funding pledge could help them do more.
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“Dark arts” operator to run for parliament
Why the political ‘dark arts’ operator best known for his ties to Bruce Lehrmann wants to turn Tasmania into the “cannabis cultivation capital” of Australia.
WATCH: Bonorong’s wild new attraction
In some Asian countries, 3D billboards are marking the next wave of advertising, drawing eyes to lifelike depictions of animals or products. Where Australia’s first 3D billboard is bringing an iconic animal to life.
Footy fanatic arrested following Crows v Hawks game
A footy fanatic has been arrested following last night’s Hawks v Crows match at UTAS stadium after his allegedly rowdy behaviour. What police say occurred >>
Meningococcal cases spark warning on symptoms
The potentially fatal meningococcal disease is back on the radar in Tasmania with two new cases detected. What doctors want you to look out for.
Union leader Jessica Munday to run in state election
One of Tasmania’s most respected union leaders has received the nod to run at the state election. Why she has sought preselection.
Analysis: not much time to sway voters
The election nobody wanted is shaping up as a win-or-die clash between Liberal leader Jeremy Rockliff and Labor’s Dean Winter. The Mercury’s political editor David Killick gives his analysis.
Labor pledges to bring Spirits home
Labor has pledged to bring both Spirit of Tasmania ferries to Tasmanian waters by Christmas if he wins the July state election. How he plans to do it.
More flights to Melbourne from Hobart ahead
Hobart Airport is set to takeoff with 50,000 more seats between Hobart and Melbourne announced on Friday. When you can get onboard:
Coffin Rides and more in week two of Dark Mofo
Coffin Rides, a Sex and Death day spa and a burning Maugean Skate, the Mercury has compiled a list of ultimate events for week two of Dark Mofo. The full rundown>>>>
‘A friend to so many’: Tassie footy mourns junior coach
The Tasmanian sporting community is mourning the loss of a beloved coach and father-of-three who is being remembered for his impact on and off the field.
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