A $2m redevelopment of a former surfwear shop into a health and wellbeing hub is finally open to members and the wider community. Here are the services, both free and paid, that will be offered.
Upgrades to Cosgrove High School are a step closer, as the Education Department seeks approval from the Glenorchy Council. But there could be delays to construction. See the designs.
Bridgewater is known for two things: the iconic bridge and a Maccas stop along the Midlands. But it’s hoped the build of the new Bridgewater Bridge will bring opportunity for a new precinct. Here is what is included in the masterplan.
A health department spokesperson has addressed chaos in the Royal Hobart Hospital’s emergency department at the weekend, saying there has been “high levels of community demand”. LATEST
The dates for the Derwent Valley Council by-election has been revealed as a stalwart reclaims his seat on council after his former colleague was dismissed. LATEST >>
A homegrown heavyweight and a raft of local talent have joined the line-up for Tasmania’s much anticipated Day on the Lawn music festival. FULL LINEUP + TICKETS >>
In the shadow of the news Tasmania will be hosting its first ever Ashes Test, a small but significant step has been taken in the state’s push for its own AFL team. LATEST >>
A woman who pays $530 a week to rent a weatherboard house has detailed her struggles under Hobart’s housing crisis, including going without food and medicine. HER STORY >>
Hundreds of people have converged on Parliament Lawns for a Reclaim the Line rally protesting against mandatory Covid vaccinations. SEE THE VIDEO >>
Josh Willie has been unanimously endorsed as Labor’s Elwick candidate at next year’s election and believes the party’s internal turmoil this year will not dent his chances.
As the new culinary curator of Peacock and Jones, celebrity chef Ben Milbourne has been helping create a menu that’s full of Tasmanian flavour, says TasWeekend food writer Alix Davis.
Hobart councillors have agreed to start talks with the Health Department over the possible sale of spaces in one of its multi-storey carparks. DETAILS >>
Concerns are mounting that young Tasmanians could overindulge in illicit drugs this summer festival season, prompting renewed calls for pill testing services to be introduced.
Bruce Scott feels a special connection to the UTAS Sandy Bay campus having worked there from the very beginning, and he despairs at plans to relocate to the city. LATEST >>
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