Threatened bird’s impromptu Hobart holiday after crash landing
Bonorong helped one unusual animal head home for Christmas – the first of its kind ever seen at the sanctuary. Watch.
East Coast
Sealing road link to East Coast ‘wouldn’t be value for money’
The state government has released a feasibility study into sealing a key road link between Hobart and the state’s East Coast, with the report pouring a bucket of cold water on the idea.
Hobart on the big screen – Sunrise visits the Apple Isle
Beloved Sunrise weatherman Sam ‘Mac’ McMillan and his trusty TV crew made an impromptu visit to the Hobart waterfront early Wednesday morning, bringing a ‘taste’ of Tasmania to national viewers. What he said about Tasmania.
Doco honours the lasting impact a popular school teacher made
A new documentary has paid tribute to a Tassie teacher credited for developing an ‘amazing culture’ and his lasting impact after dying from cancer six years ago. Watch >>
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‘Lean 2023’: Winemakers devastated after dismal season
Tasmanian winemakers on the East Coast are praying to the weather gods after a dismal season which left many producers with only half as much yield.
Tributes for dentist who became a Tasmanian wine icon
“He was instrumental in pioneering the wine industry”: A dentist and community champion who pivoted to plant some of the East Coast’s first grapes has been remembered as a gentleman.
Revealed: Critical upgrades needed for Maria Island
As visitors flock to Maria Island year on year, it’s created pressure on the infrastructure of the popular tourist destination, pressure that could come with “unacceptable” risks.
‘In the dark’: Mayor says amalgamation data missing
Some councils were relieved they wouldn’t be forced to merge with other councils, but one mayor says a lack of information is making it tough to form a stance on the idea. Here’s why.
Remains confirmed to be that of missing teenager Shyanne-Lee
Police have confirmed that remains found near a walking track last week are those of teenager Shyanne-Lee Tatnell.
Man charged with the murder of Shyanne-Lee Tatnell
A 36-year-old Scottsdale man has been charged with the murder of missing teenager Shyanne-Lee Tatnell, whose remains were discovered on Wednesday evening. Here’s when he will appear in court.
Tasmania’s cutest toddler: Cheekiest little devil, sassiest tots | WINNERS
The poll results are IN. Hundreds of parents have submitted their favourite snapshots of their sassy, cheeky toddlers and as voted by our readers, the winners have been announced. PICS + RESULTS
Bodies, bravery and the badge: Former top cop’s life on the front line
A former Tasmanian top cop has opened up on the notorious cases that kept him awake at night, his inspiration behind joining the force and how policing evolved over his four-decade career, Sam Stolz writes
Revealed: Tasmania’s richest and poorest schools
The results are in. The Mercury has revealed the full round up of Tasmania’s richest and poorest schools, with the state’s most cashed-up institution raking in more than $158m in five years. INTERACTIVE LIST >
An old-fashioned pub crawl through Hobart … I’ll drink to that
Once found on nearly every Hobart street corner, many old English-style pubs are now just a fond memory, writes Charles Wooley
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