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Stephanie Dalton is a reporter for The Mercury in Launceston. She has previously worked for the Advocate and the Examiner newspapers. Stephanie is a Launceston-local who is passionate about telling Tasmanian stories.

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Stephanie Dalton

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Cute cottage offers a charming country getaway

Whether you’re in search of history, great food, or a relaxing weekend this accommodation is the perfect place to base yourself while exploring delightful Evandale, writes Stephanie Dalton

Tasmania

Zara Appleby, playing coach Brieanna Barwick, Jess Owen. They are some of the players of the Glenorchy Football Club women's team who will play against Tonga in at the Pacific Nations Cup with some members of the Tongan team previously playing with Glenorchy Football Club women's team. Picture: Nikki Davis-Jones

What lessons Tassie footballers have already gained from Tonga

It will be a special occasion when Glenorchy footballers share the field with Tonga at the AFL Pacific Cup, and they’ve already learned a thing or two from the tiny island nation.

Tasmania

Steph French and Sarah Picken who are truck drivers for Veolia. Women in wheels program being rolled out nationally. Picture: Nikki Davis-Jones

‘Female drivers are some of the best drivers we have’

Women are bucking tradition and becoming garbage truck drivers to boost lagging driver numbers. Here’s why Tasmanians are leading the nation.

Tasmania

Launceston Deputy Mayor Danny Gibson will run for mayor at the 2022 local government elections. Picture: Facebook

Demand to probe former mayor’s PR, legal fees

Launceston council discussed the use of ratepayer funds to cover legal and PR fees of Danny Gibson while the former mayor remained absent from Thursday’s meeting.

Tasmania

Ladies Lounge creator takes home esteemed media award

The vigilante curator and artist behind the lavish Ladies Lounge at MONA, Kirsha Kaechele, has taken home a top media gong for her creative work.

Business

Owners Matteo Diedhiou and Juliana Monachetti at Hampden Bar and Bistro which has opened this week in Battery Point.Picture: Linda Higginson.

Husband and wife behind Zero81 open new bistro

Despite already running a pizza restaurant at Kingston Beach, the duo have opened a new bistro believing there is a gap in the market. Here’s how.

Tasmania

Christmas tree farmers Rohan and Jade Polanowski with daughter Zoe 9 months will celebrate their first Christmas as the owners of Richmond Christmas Tree Farm. Picture: Nikki Davis-Jones

Tree change: Family’s dream to grow Christmas cheer

When Jade and Rohan Polanowski made the tree change to Richmond, they took the phrase “putting down roots” quite literally – embarking on a new chapter as the newly minted owners of the Richmond Christmas Tree Farm.

Tasmania

Life-size statue of Edward ‘Teddy’ Sheean VC unveiled at Latrobe

More than 80 years after he made the ultimate sacrifice, Edward ‘Teddy’ Sheean’s has been honoured with a statue.

Tasmania

Best of country living on show at Brighton

The Brighton Show is back and ready to celebrate its roots by bringing “a little bit of country” to the Pontville Recreation Grounds this Sunday. What’s on offer.

Tasmania

The 2024 State Firefighter Championships held at Invermay. Picture: Stephanie Dalton

Heat is on at annual Firefighter Championships

The competition is heating up as more than 200 firefighters take part in the annual State Firefighter Championships, putting their stamina, attention to detail, and co-operation to the test.

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