MP dodges community on ‘fast-tracked’ $19M development
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Coronavirus
120 Tassie organisations receive sport and rec COVID-19 funding
Clubs cash in! The second stage of the program opened for applications this month, with sporting clubs and organisations able to apply for up to $3000 until August 31.
74,000 Tasmanians tested for COVID-19
Hi-tech lab equipment has been brought in to speed up coronavirus testing in Tasmania.
Fears for charity services after COVID-19 survey results
A group of social purpose industry experts say charities, their services and their economic contribution are being crippled by COVID-19 and the societal implications may be long lasting.
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Self-isolation reprieve for FIFO workers
The Premier’s tough border measures have raised job fears among the state’s fly-in, fly-out workers.
Victims showed symptoms before returning to state
All three new cases of coronavirus were contracted overseas, with the victims showing symptoms before arriving in the country.
Premier announces ‘toughest border measures’ in the country
UPDATED: Premier Peter Gutwein has announced strict new border measures to control the spread of coronavirus.
Qantas overhauls Tasmanian flights
Qantas has announced major changes to its Tasmanian flights schedule following the state’s strict border control restrictions.
The rise of the coronavirus meme
With coronavirus dominating public discourse, the rise of the coronavirus meme in our social media feeds comes as no surprise.
Politicians unite for Team Tasmania
Political adversary was pushed to the side in Question Time as politicians united to discuss measures to protect Tasmanians from coronavirus.
Council plans care and recovery package
Businesses affected by coronavirus could receive financial relief and support under a care plan being developed by a local council.
Isolated community’s airport remains open
The lifeline of a small Tasmanian island – its airport – will stay open because airlines are vital to its survival.
Government commits to keeping schools open
The Government has no immediate plans to close schools in the state, saying for many families schools “will be the safest place” for their children.
Victims showed symptoms before returning to state
UPDATED: All three new cases of coronavirus were contracted overseas, with the victims showing symptoms before arriving in the country.
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