A Tasmanian motorsports legend has purchased a shuttered East Coast tourism icon, swayed by the “emotional” bond he feels with it from his childhood. He’s now looking for the perfect partner.
One of the senior policemen who oversaw Eden Westbrook’s death investigation subsequently died by suicide amid allegations he was a notorious paedophile.
New evidence has come to light that could prove a 15-year-old St Helens girl did not die by suicide – as long held by Tasmanian authorities – but in fact was murdered. VIDEO >
Two friends of a Northern Midlands man shot to death has told a murder trial they both heard the deceased say he was giving his ex-wife’s hunting run a wide berth over fears he would be shot.
From tiny homes to a converted barn, hidden garden cabin and even a revamped school bus with a private meditation cave — we’ve uncovered the best unique Airbnb stays across Tasmania >>
A Tasmanian woman has pleaded for a man to come forward and “tell the truth” about the disappearance of German tourist Nancy Grunwaldt 28 years ago.
For anyone that has stayed at Rocky Hills Retreat and daydreamed about never leaving, now is your chance. TAKE A LOOK INSIDE >>
A Tassie free diver describes his up close and personal experience with a curious Southern right whale on the state’s East Coast.
It’s looking to be a wet and windy weekend across the state, with the weather bureau warning rainfall may lead to flash flooding. LATEST FORECAST >>
Both lanes of the Tasman Highway at Paradise Gorge will reopen earlier than anticipated with the repairs and the removal of rocks finally complete. LATEST >>
A Tasmanian oyster producer which has survived both bushfire and a devastating disease breakout has become part of one of Australia’s leading shellfish companies.
A Tasmanian travel agent says he is doing “three times the work for nothing” as he attempts to get travellers to their destination amid continued flight cancellations. LATEST >>
The RACT is asking drivers for their input on the organisation’s submission to a parliamentary inquiry in a bid to lower Tasmania’s road toll. HAVE YOUR SAY >>
A number of roads are closed across the state due to icy conditions, after yesterday’s snow fall saw motorists stranded and roads cut. LATEST ROAD CONDITIONS + FORECAST >>
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