The occupations Tassie landlords won’t rent to
An explosive survey on landlords’ attitudes after the pandemic, and how they feel about eviction, arrears and investments has uncovered startling results. SEE WHAT JOBS LANDLORDS WON’T LEASE TO >>
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A family falls in love with a humble seaside town in the state’s North-East.
Locals only deal for bougie iconic island walk
For a short time only a multi award-winning tourist attraction is offering Tasmanians a special travel offer with an outdoor guide and someone to cook all your meals. HOW TO BOOK >>
Centre gearing up for influx of cats
The state’s largest cat shelter is preparing for a surge in residents as the warmer months arrive, and the very small but very bothersome problem they bring.
PHOTOS: Talent on display at sold-out city dance off
The more than 240 emerging dancers competed in both jazz solos, and song and dance solos before a sold-out audience in a year where the pandemic has forced the closure of other dance eisteddfods. SEE THE FULL GALLERY >>
Rent relief a lifesaver for Tasmanian students
“We’ve been so lucky”: $100 a fortnight has helped students through the toughest months of the coronavirus pandemic.
Lobby group for ‘emotionally exhausted’ landlords
Hundreds of Tasmanian landlords who are frustrated with being unable to recoup rental payments throughout the COVID-19 pandemic have formed a new lobby group. SEE HOW TO JOIN >>
Farming frenzy over fish poo
There’s no poo-pooing a new compost initiative where salmon by-product is used to enrich a premium cherry crop.
Landlords out $10k, can’t evict tenant
Heartbroken landlords – who are out of pocket thousands of dollars – have issued a heartfelt plea after tenants in their rental property have refused to pay rent under pandemic relief rules.
Weird and obscure Tassie laws that can land you in jail
Did you know that in Tassie a tryst with a royal could have you locked away for good – or that leaving books in public could send you to jail? There are some weird and wonderful laws that still exist in this state. SEE THE FULL LIST >>
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