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Sue Bailey is one of Tasmania’s most experienced journalists. She has worked in print, radio, television and as a media adviser. Sue works part-time for the Sunday Tasmanian.

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Battery point residents Harrison Scarf, Alita Lederwasch, Sachita Shakya, Ian Broinowski, Marilyn Jones, and Chanel Parrat at Arthur circus. Picture: Linda Higginson

‘A recipe for disaster’: Anger over Battery Point development

An inner-city community waiting on a decision on a major apartment development is “horrified” at the prospect it could generate toxic dust, concerned residents say.

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Labor leader Josh Willie. Several schools in southern Tasmania have closed as a precautionary measure in relation to a re-call of sand products used in some schools. Picture: Nikki Davis-Jones

‘I believe in Josh’: Why a sector veteran took top job

Labor leader Josh Willie has appointed a respected community sector veteran as his new chief of staff as the party builds towards the next election.

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New owners orthopaedic surgeon Josh Petterwood and his wife Emma Petterwood founder and designe r of fashion label Romy at Gattonside. Picture: Caroline Tan

Historic Hobart home’s new life: From surgery to runways

A surgeon and fashion designer have bought historic Gattonside in Battery Point. Read what they are planning.

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Prince of Wales Hotel set for demolition

‘An eyesore’: Vote looms on Hobart pub demolition plan

A Hobart City Council officer has recommend the approval to demolish the Prince of Wales Hotel for apartments despite 54 objections citing heritage concerns and safety risks.

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Noblesville - Circa March 2018: Volkswagen Cars and SUV Dealership. VW is Among the World's Largest Car Manufacturers V

‘Severe harm’: Car industry blasts Hobart new car yard ban

The automotive industry has warned a proposed ban on new car dealerships would cause “severe harm” to businesses and consumers. The council will vote on it on Monday night.

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Tasmanian Labor state conference and leader Josh Willie

Tasmanian Labor to hold first state conference in seven years

Tasmania Labor has announced its first state conference in seven years will be held next April, marking a major step in the party’s transition from federal control.

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DrGerard Gaskin retires from Catholic education in Tasmania.

‘Few will be sorry’: Catholic schools head retires

Dr Gerard Gaskin has retired as head of Catholic Education Tasmania after school principals allegedly told the Archbishop they had lost confidence in him. What we know.

Deputy Kingborough mayor Clare Glade-Wright to stand for the Legislative Council seat of Huon in 2026. Picture: Supplied.

Deputy mayor joins state race — with one big target

A deputy mayor has declared war on government stadium spending by announcing her bid for Tasmania’s Upper House, warning taxpayers face cost blow-outs without independent scrutiny.

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Senator Richard Colbeck keeps raffle car

‘Gobsmacked’: Upset as senator keeps raffle car

Tasmanian Liberal Senator Richard Colbeck has upset some party members after winning a $24,000 car in a fundraising raffle. Read the details.

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Graduation hat with degree paper on a stack of book against blurred background

How uni hub plan aims to close Tasmania’s skills gap

Less than 28 per cent of Sorell residents have university degrees, but a groundbreaking new study hub aims to revolutionise tertiary education in the region.

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