Tassie bike trails on right track
Mountain biking lovers have their wheels spinning over the launch of close to $1m in new trails – bound to impress beginners and even the most diehard enthusiasts. Details
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Cops on footy final crackdown: ‘More than your life on the line’
Police have issued a stern warning for Tasmanians celebrating Grand Final weekend, saying they will be cracking down on rowdy revellers – urging them to think twice before getting behind the wheel.
‘One shot’: Leading Yes campaigner on Voice vote
One shot. That is how Yes campaigner and signatory of the Uluru Statement from the Heart, Thomas Mayo, sees the Voice referendum, describing it as a once in a lifetime opportunity.
FIRST LOOK: Mammoth plans for heritage listed monument
A major redevelopment could take place on the main street of Swansea, with new plans revealed for the Morris’ General Store. See the designs.
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MEGA LIST: What to do in Tasmania this winter
Regardless of whether you want to traipse through Tasmania’s wilderness, attend festivals, or stay tucked up at home in your Ugg boots, here’s an extensive collection of activities for your Tassie winter calendar. THINGS TO DO >>
Tassie’s newest destination dining hot spot worth the drive
Overlooking the ocean on Tasmania’s picturesque East Coast this inn, formerly a classic pub, is now serving delicious, simple, and seasonal food, writes TasWeekend food reviewer Alix Davis.
How talented Tasmanian chef cooked her way to the top
More than a decade after she began her career in hospitality, a Tasmanian chef says she’s finally able to fully unlock her creativity in the kitchen. This is how she did it.
The new distilleries thriving in Tassie’s gin boom
“Obviously it’s great to support local distilleries. But it’s actually also just outstanding quality. It’s some of the best in the world.”As the state prepares to celebrate World Gin Day, we take a look at the local distilleries booming. SEE WHAT’S NEW >>
BIG TUNA: Swansea fisherman reels in a monster
Swansea fisherman Ashley Hallam knew he had a big fish on the line, but even he was surprised when he finally landed a monster bluefin tuna. >>> See the photo
Children frolicking in faeces due to sewage scarcity, group claims
Two groups are at loggerheads over a sewerage system at a popular Tasmanian tourist destination, with claims children are swimming in faeces-contaminated water. DETAILS >>
Environmentalists slam sale of Crown Land at Binalong
A state government program to sell off “surplus” Crown Land is causing friction at a Tasmanian coastal town, angering environmentalists who claim the land is home to native wildlife.
PICTURE SPECIAL: How much your suburb has changed in a decade
Stunning aerial photos have revealed the explosive growth of some of Tasmania’s most populated suburbs. See if your neighbourhood is on the list + upcoming developments >>
Council considers DA as eagle concerns raised
A council has considered a DA after allegations that a tree on a development was burned down with an eagle’s nest in it. LATEST. >>
Aged care, shops, 100-lot residential estate: East Coast plan
A developer has revealed he will be applying to the Planning Commission to get a massive East Coast residential estate off the ground, with future plans to also develop an aged care facility.
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