Psychologist grilled over report on man responsible for death of baby
A psychologist has been forced to take the stand to defend a forensic report she wrote about a man who pleaded guilty to the manslaughter death of a 10-month-old baby.
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Tassie shopping centre sells for more than $50m
It has only been open for two years, but a company with ambitions to build more shopping centres across the state has sold its Tasmanian firstborn for more than $50m.
Showground upgrade approval triggers ‘mad scramble’
It is full steam ahead for the Hobart Showground redevelopment after the Glenorchy City Council approved the project which has been hailed as ‘an exciting new chapter for the site’.
World’s largest chocolate fountain closer to reality
The Cadbury Factory’s plans to turn into a tourist mecca has received key backing, but the project’s mastermind says there is still ‘an enormous amount of approval process to go through’.
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Tassie lobster back on China’s menu after live export ban lifted
Tasmanian lobster fishers have welcomed the move to resume exporting to the lucrative Chinese market by the end of the year. Here’s what it’ll mean for Christmas seafood prices.
Should Hobart get red light cameras?
Two Hobart councillors say some Hobart intersections are becoming more dangerous, as impatient drivers race through orange and red lights. Should Hobart get red light cameras? POLL INSIDE >>
Council attitude to Hobart homeless “hostile”, activists say
A group of activists say the City of Hobart has been “hostile” towards homeless people, at a time when many are doing it tough. Here’s why they removed fencing around heritage trees.
Peking Duk announce surprise Hobart show
It is a bit of a risk announcing a show only a few weeks out, but that does not matter when you are Peking Duk. Where and when the electronic duo are playing.
Changes planned for Hobart Vibe Hotel
Big changes could be on the way for the Vibe Hotel in Hobart. Here’s what developer wants to do.
Four mayors take aim at abandoned Tasman Bridge plans
The four Greater Hobart mayors have taken aim at the state government’s track record on public transport infrastructure, after one particular project was scrapped. What they said.
Council tried to sting developer with $900k condition
A Southern Tasmanian council tried to make it a condition for a developer to pay $900k to approve a major subdivision project. Here’s why that was considered unreasonable.
Nearly 100 spectacular Hobart homes open for inspection
Here’s your chance to take a sticky beak inside some of the most striking homes in and around Hobart. Full list >>
‘Don’t believe everything you hear’: Future of Mona’s Ladies’ Lounge revealed
Mona’s Kirsha Kaechele was quick to pour water on rumours her controversial Ladies’ Lounge would close. Here’s what’s next for the exclusive exhibit.
Like father, like son: The inside story on Little Chop Chop
The criminal notoriety of his dad, ‘Chopper’, has made life difficult for Charlie Read. Those close to him hope the young man can turn his life around
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