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Party crasher: Why Kristie can’t be bought
Labor came knocking, the Liberals too – but popular Glenorchy Mayor Kristie Johnston has rejected the party machine to reveal she is running for the seat of Clark in the next state election without any party ties. READ OUR EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW >>
Tradie’s dream job years in the making
Kyle Atkinson has been on a mission to secure an electrical apprenticeship for more than a decade – and now his studies, determination and strong work ethic have finally paid off.
‘We need more than just protests, we need a plan for the future’
Criminologist and eco-justice expert Rob White’s message to the students who are leading climate rallies in Hobart and around the world is to get politically active — and to bring their parents along for the ride.
Beaconsfield mine survivor still wrestles with unwanted fame
Beaconsfield mine rockfall survivor Todd Russell describes the ongoing impact of his lost anonymity in a new podcast by a Tasmanian journalist and academic.
Iconic festival ditches corporate sponsorship for 2021
Tasmania’s winter tourism drawcard Dark Mofo will return this year without its corporate sponsorship deals that organisers say were “slowly killing” the festival.
Seismic testing on hold in rock lobster catchment
Controversial seismic testing off one of Tasmania’s most pristine locations has been put on hold while a gas company drums up science to back its probe for reserves. LATEST >>
Learning support cuts leave parents ‘begging for help’
“I didn’t realise it would be such a fight for my son to get a basic education.” Tasmanian parents have hit out at the struggles they face to get the learning support their children need.
Dark Mofo organisers commit to 2021 event
The hugely popular Dark Mofo festival is set to bounce back after last year’s cancellation, with organisers “very, very committed” to the festival taking place this year.
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