Hospital plagued by gastro outbreak
One of the state’s busiest hospitals has been hit by a significant gastro outbreak, Tasmania’s health department say.
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Music and art worlds combine for breathtaking new instrument
A new addition to a Tasmanian chamber orchestra’s line-up has been given a unique makeover ahead of a set of concerts. See why this instrument is turning heads.
YouTubers caught breaching PWS rules want ‘outdated’ system changed
Two YouTubers who have been fined for filming videos without proper permits in the state’s Central Plateau feel laws relating to online content creation are outdated. What they say should be changed.
On Tasmania’s East Coast, a new industry is being built from scratch
FREE READ: Sea Forest is one of the nation’s most exciting new companies – and it’s already providing 55 local jobs. But while the business is thriving, it isn’t without teething problems.
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Community joins forces to save local church
A local community has banded together to buy their local church, which has served the community for 175 years – now they just need the money to pay for it. HOW YOU CAN HELP >>
Bluebottles invade Tassie beaches
Beachgoers have discovered streaks of blue on the pure white sands of an East Coast beach this weekend. TOP TIPS TO DEAL WITH BLUEBOTTLES >>
Polling shows voters back Liberals’ actions on Covid
The latest polling shows voters’ intentions are virtually unchanged since the May state election, but the reopening of the state’s borders may change that result. DETAILS >>
‘Totally false’: Government hits back in water fight
TasWater and the state government have hit back at Labor’s claims around proposed price rises for water and sewerage services, but Labor is standing by its figures.
The five minutes that could save your family’s lives
Tasmanians are being urged to act now and spend the time to make a plan for what they will do if a bushfire threatens their home. SEE THE ADVICE >>
Hollywood hunk becomes Tassie glamping site’s new ‘neighbour’
The owners of Tasmania’s newest glamping experience were excited to learn their new neighbour could be Hollywood royalty, as they reveal what plans the Thor actor could have for the beachside mansion >>
Elderly couple sentenced over ‘rare’ crime
A man did not know failing to report a death was an offence, with his lawyer telling the court he had “never seen anyone charged with this”. SEE SENTENCE >>
Trophy home bonanza: $1m+ benchmark pushed higher
Luxury homes sales have spiked in Tasmania and obliterated past records for properties worth $1 million or more – often, much more. SEE THE BIG SALES >>
Bank customers urged to vent their anger
Tasmanians angry at the loss of banking services in their town are being urged to voice their feelings to the federal government. HOW TO HAVE YOUR SAY >>
Couple admit failing to report woman’s death
A couple have pleaded guilty to failing to report the death of an illegal immigrant at their property, as they recall the woman’s suffering from a “fungus-like” growth in her mouth.
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