O’Byrne breaks silence in talks with ALP
Re-elected independent David O’Byrne says he’s spoken to Labor leader Dean Winter for the first time in four years as discussions continue on who will form Tasmania’s next government.
Labor leader Dean Winter has refused to concede defeat in Saturday’s election and says he’s in talks with the crossbench to form government if the Liberals can’t. The latest from politics.
A former Hobart high school drama teacher exploited his position of trust to commit sexual offences against multiple teenage students dating back to the 1970s, the Supreme Court has heard.
Tasmanian’s newest Senator has pledged to bring an “economist’s eye and a Tasmanian heart” to the job, as he was sworn into Australian Parliament on Wednesday. His commitments.
Locky and Irena fell in love on The Bachelor, but as their love story was airing things weren’t running so smoothly behind the scenes.
The number of people Australians feel they can open up to about their mental health has been revealed.
One moment he was trimming his toenails and the next he was in ICU fighting for life before undergoing lifesaving surgery to remove his leg.
A young single mum was getting ready for a date when her heart suddenly stopped beating. What happened next was nothing short of a miracle.
He was a standout in Tasmania’s stirring under-16 championships campaign, and it’s only added fuel to the fire for a draft hope chasing his dream.
How the state academy series prepared Tasmania’s top-tier women’s players for the Devils VFLW campaign in 2026. What coach Jodie Clifford said.
South Hobart might have gone down in the Australia Cup but Kobe Kemp has gone viral after scoring one of the greatest goals seen in the competition. WATCH IT HERE.
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Major developers inspired by the proposed Macquarie Point stadium and state’s footy future are planning $138m in development in key centres around Tasmania. Inside their plans.
A man has been charged with multiple serious family violence offences following a police operation. Earlier, a woman was charged in relation to Wednesday’s Ravenswood unit fire. The latest.
Tassie, get your brollys ready. Rain is forecast in the next few days kicking off a wetter-than-average spring season. The full forecast.
A courageous new parliament needs a plan for budget repair — and should also look to scrap the disruptive impact of early elections by introducing fixed four-year terms, says MEG WEBB.
Tasmanian shipbuilder Incat has secured the state’s largest ever export contract for a manufactured product, with a deal to build two cutting-edge battery-electric ferries for Danish operator Molslinjen.
The crew of a helicopter who made a big splash with their aircraft when they accidentally hit a Tasmanian lake failed to communicate properly, the Australian Transport Safety Bureau says.
Should Australia change its voting age to 16? Some think so, others aren’t so sure. HAVE YOUR SAY
The next Tasmanian government faces ferry blowout and political reckoning, writes Charles Wooley
Part 1900s cottage, part modern marvel, this family home has got it all.
A stalwart of the Launceston Golf Club will celebrate her 100th birthday this weekend as she reveals what keeps her going and one of her favourite memories.
A leading SFL club’s coach is hopping mad about again being booted from its home ground on the eve of the finals to make way for cricket. Read the details.
With the August 2 deadline looming, Tasmanian electoral staff face a complex final count. Inside the record number of pre-polls and the postal vote scrutiny system >>
Got a sweet tooth? Love a home-made cookie? Read why one Tasmanian baker’s cookies sell out every Sunday.
An alarming number of Tassie motorists refuse to use their vehicle’s lifesaving safety features such as lane assist technology — and there is a very straightforward reason why.
Seventeen years have passed since Burnie mother Helen Munnings vanished, yet the truth of what police suspect was murder remains locked in silence. Where her case stands.
Here is a list of people appearing at Hobart Magistrates Court on July 24.
Here is a list of people appearing at Hobart Magistrates Court on July 23.
A family of six, including three children, has been rescued from Tasmania’s Mount Field National Park after being stranded by heavy snow overnight.
One state has again taken out the top spot for the most division one Lotto prizes in Australia, claiming 152 wins worth $312.8 million. See if you live in a lucky postcode.
Aussie jobseekers trying to land top jobs, but it’s backfiring badly. See where the top salaries are by state and how you can make your CV stand out.
Australian shoppers spent an astonishing amount online, with end of financial year sales and rate cut hopes driving customer demand.
Australians have been given a bizarre warning with police urging people to stop renting out their bank accounts to criminals.
The very same microscopic threat currently ravaging South Australian waters already lurks in Tasmanian waters. A Tassie expert warns our island state is could be one ‘perfect storm’ away from marine devastation.
Kingborough Council has unveiled its masterplan for Twin Ovals sporting precinct which will become home to the Tasmania Devils and JackJumpers. Get your first look and see how you can get involved.
Premier Jeremy Rockliff has presented those likely to form the crossbench in Tasmania’s next parliament with a “draft stability agreement” intended to shore up the Liberal’s grip on the leadership reins.
German tourist Carolina Wilga, who disappeared for 12 days in the remote outback, has had a major development after returning home.
The chief suspect in the murder of an Aussie woman was found by a hotel maid, whose shock discovery also revealed new details about his final act before he died. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST.
Harrowing claims have emerged about the battle to save rock legend Ozzy Osbourne’s life in the moments before his tragic death.
Ukraine has made a direct proposal to Russia, after Moscow agreed to the latest in a series of prisoner exchanges.
Australia’s earliest and most rare coins and colonial currency – including our first-ever half sovereign and an 1813 Holey Dollar with a $90,000 price tag – are up for auction this week.
From free coffees to mega perks, Aussie retailers’ loyalty programs have evolved into sophisticated powerhouses in an $8bn battle to lure customers. The best rewards programs ranked >>
Aussie and international brands have rushed to piggyback the Coldplay kiss-cam scandal, creating a flood of memes riffing off the viral moment – but can this sort of marketing backfire? Read what the experts say and take our poll
Sick of sky-high electricity bills? Bunnings is taking aim at power companies with a game-changing subscription service.
King Charles’ camp has responded to claims of a toxic workplace environment at his royal estate.
This Aussie town is benefiting from The Block, with the reno series injecting almost $8 million into the area.
Forget the ‘bank of mum and dad’, this unreal deal for homebuyers gives residents of some states not just a leg up but the upper hand. Andrew Winter explains.
The niece of A-lister Nicole Kidman is job hunting after making the “totally stupid” move to leave her Aussie TV presenting gig to chase her dreams abroad.
The Pirates of the Caribbean star has shared a family photo with his ex Katy Perry and their children during their vacay in Italy.
Bianca Censori has shared a new collection of near-naked pictures, photographed by the Australian’s on-again, off-again husband, Kanye West.
Just days after confirming their split, Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom have been spotted together again on a luxury yacht with newlyweds Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez. See the photos.
Cygnet will look to remain perfect while Dodges Ferry is determined to show it’s a true premiership contender. Watch the SFL Community League top of the table clash LIVE on Saturday.
The Tasmania Devils look set be to part-timers when the club enters the VFL next season. Here’s a run down of what to expect and who they could face.
Tasmania’s post-election Game of Thrones has cast more doubt over the future of Macquarie Point Stadium and the AFL Devils. What the key players said.
Steven May didn’t line Francis Evans up when he collided with the Blues forward, but he still got him high – and in today’s footy that’s enough, writes Josh Barnes.
There was plenty of action in the State Rep footy games between Tasmania and Sydney/Canberra at North Hobart Oval. Check out the gallery here.
The first week of Tasmanian Netball League finals produced plenty of highlights, with one clash set to be remembered as an all-time classic. Watch all four REPLAYS here.
There was plenty of talent throughout both games at North Hobart with former AFL players showcasing the skills as Sydney/Canberra claimed the double against Tasmania. Find out who the best players were here.
Versatile, economical and easy to prepare, beef mince is a great ingredient to have on hand at all times. Whether it’s meatballs, stir-fries, pasta bakes or burgers, the options are endless. So make dinner the easiest thing you do all day with these 65 easy mince recipes.
Can’t get your hands on flour? No problem. These fudgy flour-free cakes will do the job.
It’s Ken’s last ever Showdown…
Footy’s national draft already seems botched even without clubs attempting to rort it with free agency moves. Jon Ralph reveals, that could all soon be a thing of the past.
Elon Musk’s many problems have just been compounded with some very unwelcome news out of his pet tech company.
This six-seat luxury express has the world’s top luxury brands in its sights.
In a world often dominated by consumerism and mass-production, these four talented Tasmanians are finding creative success in traditional arts while also showcasing Tasmania to the world
Thousands of Aussies are primed to take off for the European summer but with an unpredictable and volatile situation unfolding in the Middle East, is it really safe to fly over the region?
The Premier has already engaged with key crossbenchers, but not the Greens leader, as he walks back divisive comments about independents and looks to recommission his government.
As the count continues, the process to decide who holds power through the term of the next parliament — however long that is — will play out slowly, and largely out of the public eye, writes DAVID KILLICK
Check out the over 3000 people who bared it all as part of this year’s 2025 Dark Mofo Nude Solstice Swim. PHOTOS>>>
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.
This tiny Aussie town is straight out of the Himalayas, and the story behind it is utterly wild.
Just when we thought we’d seen the back of the raw-dogging trend, a new trend called “naked flying” takes plane travel to a whole new level.
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