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Judy Augustine is a general news reporter for the Mercury. She has previously worked as a journalist for WIN News in Hobart and assistant producer at Southern Cross News in Launceston.

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Tasmania

Activities at the Glenorchy Golden Years Club.

Much loved senior’s club will go into retirement

A much loved club for those over 50 is about to fold after falling on hard times. Here’s why the club is closing.

Tasmania

Brett Torossi Heritage Council chairperson with Minister for Heritage Madeleine Ogilvie at Kelly's Steps in Hobart. Picture: Nikki Davis-Jones

Heritage council’s concerns over stadium aesthetic

The Tasmanian Heritage Council wants more pictures showing how the stadium will look against Hobart’s heritage sites. Here’s what they’re concerned about.

Tasmania

WM8042 Sardine Run in Moalboal, Cebu, PhilippinesPhoto - AlamyEscape 1 Sept 2024

Fishy business: Tasmania’s latest aquaculture opportunity

Move over salmon: There could soon be a new fish Tasmania is known for producing. Learn about the state’s latest venture.

Tasmania

Faith Tkalac and her son Jari Wise, who died when he was struck by a car driven by his on-off girlfriend, Melissa Oates. Picture: Supplied

‘I didn’t give up’: Jari’s Law passes final hurdle

The wait is over for a grieving mother who never gave up on her push for news laws after her son was killed. Here’s what the new laws mean.

Police & Courts

Workers compensation claim for injured thumb

Park ranger’s compo claim for injured thumb

A ranger who injured her thumb while working on the remote Macquarie Island has gone to a tribunal after a claim for workers’ comp was rejected. The details.

Tasmania

Hobart Remote Control Car Club spokesperson Greg Gard at the site of the new JackJumpers high performance centre in Kingston.Picture: Linda Higginson

‘Heartbreaking’: Radio control car club left with nowhere to go

The JackJumpers are preparing to build a new base in Kingston, but for another club it means being kicked out of their home of around 50 years. Here’s why it could spell the end for them.

Tasmania

The skills shortage which could impact man’s best friend

Tasmanian veterinary clinics are dealing with a shortage of animal doctors as more leave the sometimes ‘emotionally draining’ profession. Here are some of the things causing it.

Tasmania

Group of dancing young people enjoying night in club. Picture: istock

Hobart nightclub’s bid for late nights

After a rocky start, new ownership and a rebrand, a Hobart nightclub and cafe could soon be open for late nights. Details.

Tasmania

People on the pontoon at Bellerive Beach on a Summer day. Picture: Nikki Davis-Jones

LIST: Best and worst Derwent swim spots this summer

The results are in and we can reveal the best and worst sites along the Derwent to swim, based on water quality. Here’s how beaches along the Derwent Estuary rated.

Tasmania

Vanessa Pigrum CEO Theare Royal with Feathers the ferret from the show Feathers by Terrapin that will form part of the Theatre Royal season for 2025. Picture: Nikki Davis-Jones

LIST: What’s on at Theatre Royal in 2025

A busy schedule of unique performances has been locked in for Theatre Royal’s 2025 season. See the full list of what’s on.

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