WATCH: Whale of a time for curious juvenile at Hobart wharf
A curious humpback whale was captured frolicking in Hobart waters on Tuesday. The sight was a delight for onlookers, but it comes with a serious warning. Watch the video.
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WANTED: Police hunt 54 repeat offenders in Taskforce Saturate
Police are on the hunt for 54 repeat offenders they want to haul before the courts, and with the bolstering of a specialist taskforce, they’re putting Hobart’s wanted on notice. DETAILS.
New funding to investigate Glenorchy pool future
The Glenorchy community has been asking for a lifeline for its much loved pool, and now there’s new funding to find a solution. Latest.
Why the council cancelled nearly 2000 parking fines
The City of Hobart cancelled nearly 2000 parking fines last financial year, something a small business advocate says has led to a loss in confidence. Was your fine in error?
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Fly to the mainland for less than the cost of an Uber
A budget airline has just dropped a ‘Christmas Sale’ with fares starting from just $29. SEE WHERE YOU CAN FLY TO >>
Hobart doctors achieve medical breakthrough
A medical breakthrough has been named in honour of Hobart, where doctors have pioneered a life-changing treatment for babies born prematurely. FULL STORY + VIDEO >>
Spelling of Hobart landmark butchered in new board game
Local residents were excited to get their hands on the Hobart edition of an iconic board game only to discover an embarrassing error that has left its manufacturer mortified. THE ERROR >>
New special ferry service to launch for the Ashes Test
Boatloads of cricket fans will soon be sailing across the River Derwent, with another new ferry service launching specially for the fifth Ashes Test. DETAILS >>
Residents call for brakes to be pulled on Outlet expansion
A community group has labeled a transit lane proposed for the Southern Outlet as an ‘expensive white elephant’ as they urge the Premier to stop the ‘misguided’ expansion from going ahead.
REVEALED: Tasmania’s best cake maker
A Hobart mum has been crowned Tasmania’s best cake maker for her epic 3D creations that have captured the attention of thousands. MEET THE WINNER + FINALISTS >>
Dates for Derwent Valley Council by-election revealed
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 >>
Tassie heavyweight returns to Hobart for epic summer festival
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 >>
Tassie AFL team push presses on in wake of Ashes cheers
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 >>
‘I Afterpay my groceries because of Hobart’s rental crisis’
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 >>
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