Global success for unlikely Tassie painter
She’s been declared a “name you need to know in Australian art”, landing a major award, multiple exhibitions and a Paris residency. But Tassie’s Marion Abraham never expected to become a painter.
Hobart & South
New-look waste centre unveiled after $9m upgrade
It is hoped a newly redeveloped facility in Hobart will ‘mark a turning point for more sustainable waste management in Tasmania’.
Cancer survivor’s sense of humour driving force behind relay team
Being diagnosed with a rare cancer would be anything but a laugh for most, but survivor Catherine Hevey shares why she brought her sense of humour to Hobart’s Relay for Life.
New Hobart bistro is effortlessly stylish
Dinner at this new Sandy Bay eatery is a casual but chic affair with a cohesive menu and friendly staff, writes Alix Davis.
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Cancer survivor’s wild new book odyssey
After being given a second chance at life, Tasmanian author and cancer survivor Andrew Darby decided to venture deep into the wilderness to write a book about Tassie’s ancient trees.
Beloved, historic ship successfully refloated after sinking
The MV Cartela is floating on the Huon River again after sinking back in February. It is now hoped the ship can be fully restored and become a tourist drawcard again. Inside its rescue mission.
Goodbye for now, but not forever to New Zealand flights
Flights between Hobart and Auckland will pause, but it won’t be for long with a timeline already revealing its return.
First look at new fine diner reveals delight in every bite
Meals at this new Marion Bay eatery are a combo of Tasmanian produce, French culinary techniques and Scottish heritage. And yes it’s fancy, but with a relaxed vibe, writes Alix Davis
Meet the adventurous new Tassie star of Alone Australia
“I’m not your typical survival specialist’’: Tasmania’s Corinne Ooms is bringing grit, creativity and a positive outlook to the new season of Alone Australia, filmed in Tassie’s remote wilderness
Call to act now after Huon Valley teen comes out of coma
Jake Kirkpatrick, who is a triplet from Mountain River, has come out of an induced coma after being struck by a car weeks ago. Now, his family don’t want anyone else to suffer the same heartache.
‘A lot of heartbreak’: Rally cry for action to stop gendered violence
The Red Heart Campaign slogan was a simple one: “stop killing women”. A Hobart rally was one of 14 across Australia and here’s what Tassie women had to say.
Long Covid: Tassie’s hidden epidemic
Covid lockdowns may be a distant memory for many, but for Tasmanians living with the often-debilitating symptoms of long Covid, the pandemic has left a lasting impact.
Million-dollar funding deal a ‘catch-up’ for state
An increase in education funding aims to ensure Tasmanian students ‘keep up, catch up’. Why the education union believes the extra millions will be ‘life changing’.
More than ‘just bad periods’: Tassie’s diagnosis challenge
Tassie women are facing even more hurdles when trying to get a diagnosis for endometriosis. How women in health are tackling this issue.
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