LIST: Best and worst Derwent swim spots this summer
The results are in and we can reveal the best and worst sites along the Derwent to swim, based on water quality. Here’s how beaches along the Derwent Estuary rated.
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LIST: What’s on at Theatre Royal in 2025
A busy schedule of unique performances has been locked in for Theatre Royal’s 2025 season. See the full list of what’s on.
Ladies Lounge creator takes home esteemed media award
The vigilante curator and artist behind the lavish Ladies Lounge at MONA, Kirsha Kaechele, has taken home a top media gong for her creative work.
Husband and wife behind Zero81 open new bistro
Despite already running a pizza restaurant at Kingston Beach, the duo have opened a new bistro believing there is a gap in the market. Here’s how.
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Vietnamese gallery breathes new life into old Glenorchy Ice Rink
The old Glenorchy Ice Rink had been repurposed and turned into a new gallery, proudly displaying the work of three generations of a family of artists. See their stunning work.
Flashy new apartments planned for Hobart suburb
Newly released images show what a flashy new development in a semirural suburb in the state’s south could look like. But there could be a problem with the building height. See the pictures.
Inside the dangerous mountain rescue of 18 people
Setting out to rescue trapped bushwalkers at the summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington in blizzard-like conditions was no easy task, just ask Greg Milne. Here’s how the rescue unfolded.
‘Rain is a blessing’: Farmer optimistic during flooding
Waterlogged paddocks may have isolated a Macquarie Plains’ farm, however the farm’s owner is looking to the bright side. Here’s why.
Hobart house prices on the rise
Hobart home prices are rising for the first time since January, according to a new report.
Developer wants another shot at Kangaroo Bay approval
The developer behind a controversial hotel project wants another shot to have it assessed away from the council. Details
Constable ‘accepted responsibility’ of double fatal: Judge’s findings
A young police constable charged over the deaths of a mother and son after a 2022 road crash was disqualified from driving at the time of the incident, a magistrate has found. The full findings.
Taster of our favourite food at Tassie’s No.1 tourist mecca
There’s so much great food at Salamanca Market to choose from that it’s hard to know what to tuck into first. So we’ve compiled a short list to help whet your appetite and encourage you to take a stroll and find your own favourites, writes Alix Davis
Tassie fashion designer takes on the world
Her creations are stocked by heavyweights David Jones and The Iconic. Now designer Emma Petterwood will showcase her brand at the Tasmanian Fashion Festival before launching overseas.
Former Hobart councillor convicted for evading police
A former Hobart City councillor who pleaded guilty to evading police has had their licence disqualified for six months. Here’s how the situation unfolded.
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