‘I’m not my mother … I’m far more diplomatic’: Pauline Hanson’s daughter
With a ‘polarising’ political figure as a mother, Tasmania’s One Nation senate hopeful never planned to enter politics but now feels compelled to do so.
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Ferries, UTAS, and the bridge: Mayors outline election priorities
The four Greater Hobart mayors have joined forces to put their top priorities for the city in the spotlight. See what they will be asking of the next federal government.
Bruny Island ferry’s future in limbo after SeaLink shifts focus
The company behind the Bruny Island passenger ferry, SeaLink, has indicated a change in focus. Here’s what it means for Tasmanians.
Tasmania punches above its weight in tech
“There’s not a government agency, private entity or business that’s of scale in Tasmania that we’re not involved with in some way”: Tech giants will converge in Hobart for TasICT Tech Fest.
Salmon giant’s certification revoked by RSPCA
Two weeks after revoking its certification for a salmon giant’s products, the RSPCA has stood firm on their removal. Why community groups are now concerned about new federal law changes.
Is this the world’s loneliest echidna?
Echidnas hadn’t been seen on this remote Tasmanian island since a devastating wildfire ripped through more than a decade ago. Now rangers celebrating a monumental win are hoping for more.
Skull to be brought home after 170 years in uni collection
“It would be unacceptable for these ancestral remains to be used for research, teaching or exhibitions purposes:” A Tasmanian Aboriginal murder victim’s skull held in Scotland for 170 years is coming home.
Another festival hits pause, this time for the environment
A Tasmanian festival is making a big call by slamming the breaks on their 2026 event for an environmental reason.
Two butchers behind Tassie’s newest independent supermarket
More options for shoppers as two butchers prepare to open an independent, gourmet and local supermarket on a busy shopping strip. And they’re offering a traditional grocer experience.
Tourism at risk if skate goes extinct, premier warned
Tourism and aquaculture are at risk if the Maugean skate goes extinct, the premier was warned in 2023 with documents revealing the federal environment department’s reasons for reconsidering the EPBC decision.
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