Over 500 people given false Covid results in notification error
Over 500 people have been notified of incorrect Covid results after taking a PCR test in the second error in less than a week. LATEST >>
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Premier Peter Gutwein walks out of parliament over Covid scare
Peter Gutwein made a hasty exit out of parliament this afternoon after being identified as a close contact. LATEST >>
Kids and Covid: Your questions answered
From what to do if your child develops symptoms to uncertainty around outbreaks in classrooms – all your questions about kids and Covid have been answered. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW >>
Covid cases double in one week as BA.2 variant runs rampant
Tasmania is now grappling with the highest number of active Covid-19 cases seen since the beginning of the pandemic. LATEST + WARNINGS >>
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Hectic queues subside as Tassie relaxes airport rules
The hectic queues have subsided somewhat at Hobart Airport, as Tasmania relaxed its Covid-19 flight rules. Do you agree with the change? HAVE YOUR SAY + LATEST >>
‘Managed outbreak’: Covid spreads through NW hospital
Health authorities admit staffing levels at a North West hospital have taken a hit, as more patients test positive for coronavirus. LATEST COVID NEWS >>
Libs spruik Covid-care package, opposition slams RAT rollout
Salvos is welcoming the state’s new Covid-care funding for people in need, but government detractors say vulnerable locals are still struggling amid RAT shortages.
School closure fears amid Covid spread
There are fears school staff shortages that existed before the borders reopened a month ago will worsen with Covid, with some vulnerable teachers not returning to classes.
First Tassie patient in ICU with Covid
Tasmania has recorded its first patient in intensive care with Covid, with more than 1100 new cases detected in the state. LATEST DETAILS >>
More industries given close Covid contact exemptions
The Premier has announced more essential worker exemptions, allowing close contact workers in several sectors to return to work. THE CHANGES EXPLAINED >>
Tassie business leader says relaxed isolation rules needed
The state’s top business body says isolation rules should be relaxed to stop staff absenteeism crippling more sectors of the economy. HAVE YOUR SAY >>
Trials and triumphs of a Hobart homeschooling through Covid
Homeschooling has been a “nightmare” at times for a local mother-of-nine, but she says it also comes with its fair share of heartwarming experiences.
New business steps up amid Covid closures
Many hospitality and retail venues have shut their doors, but one new business has picked now to open shop.
New data shows a third of aged care homes impacted by Covid
Twenty-three aged care homes that recorded positive Covid cases among staff and/or residents are in lockdown with no visitors allowed.
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