Top cop who oversaw teen’s death investigation a notorious predator
One of the senior policemen who oversaw Eden Westbrook’s death investigation subsequently died by suicide amid allegations he was a notorious paedophile.
East Coast
Cover-up claim as new recording casts doubt over teen suicide finding
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 >
Alleged murder victim joked ex-wife would shoot him, trial hears
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.
Blood in lungs, urine: Shane Barker’s final moments
The murder trial of a Tasmanian couple alleged to have shot their ex son-in-law four times is underway. The Crown says the killing came in the wake of an atmosphere of resentment. UPDATED >
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‘It’s not too late’: Plea for man to tell the truth over Nancy’s death
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.
Dreamy East Coast retreat hits the market
For anyone that has stayed at Rocky Hills Retreat and daydreamed about never leaving, now is your chance. TAKE A LOOK INSIDE >>
“A real buzz”: Diver’s epic close encounter of the whale kind
A Tassie free diver describes his up close and personal experience with a curious Southern right whale on the state’s East Coast.
Flash flood warnings for Tassie with wet weekend ahead
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 >>
Tasman Hwy at Paradise Gorge reopens earlier than expected
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 >>
Local oyster farmer becomes part of shellfish giant
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.
Tassie travel agents in crisis mode amid influx of flight cancellations
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 >>
RACT seeks feedback in bid to lower road toll
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 >>
ICY ROADS: Police issue alerts for Tassie roads
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 >>
Anger grows over Council’s rates rises
Commercial fishers have joined the chorus of complaints about a local council’s sudden and unexpected rates hikes, as marina fees surge “but with no improvement to services”.
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