From preparing to die to pageant princess: Model’s terrifying cancer fight
Hobart-based model Tirah Ciampa is preparing to walk on stage for the Miss World Australia national finals next month – but earlier this year she was preparing to die.
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‘Stop finger pointing’: Pool stays closed while council seeks funding
Council will seek funding to save a swimming pool rife with issues, with an Alderman saying “finger pointing” in the community is not helping.
Hog’s eyes on Hollywood: Meet Tasmania’s very own celebrity pig
A lovable Tassie pig has become a celebrity on the farm after managing to score roles in not one, but two local TV hits. See what’s so special about his snout.
Chippie trades saws for steam wands with Hobart cafe pivot
After having twin girls with his partner, a Hobart-born carpenter moved back home from Northern Rivers NSW and decided to trade his career in for a shot at the cafe big-time.
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‘Crisis point’ as bus mall becomes crime hot spot
Drug dealing and physical assaults are on the rise at a suburban bus mall and skate park, with teenagers “randomly targeting defenceless and innocent victims”, an alderman says.
‘Spectacular sight’ as runners tackle the mountain
More than 3000 people have tackled the world’s toughest half marathon up the slopes of kunanyi/Mt Wellington. See the video and find yourself in our bumper gallery >>
‘What are we meant to do?’ Residents fear for their future
An elderly resident fears she will be forced to live in her car when a national rental affordability scheme comes to an end.
Point to Pinnacle fun run and walk
It was a sea of colour as more than 3000 runners and walkers streamed out of Sandy Bay towards the summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington for the 2021 Point to Pinnacle.
Anti-vaxxers rally against ‘medical apartheid’
Australia is now “a police state” where “brain washing and thuggery is the order of the day”, a rally in Hobart has been told. SEE THE VIDEO >>
Bank customers urged to vent their anger
Tasmanians angry at the loss of banking services in their town are being urged to voice their feelings to the federal government. HOW TO HAVE YOUR SAY >>
Water woes looming despite drenching rains
The city has been drenched with heavy rainfalls for many weeks but water restrictions are likely for Hobart this summer. FIND OUT WHY >>
Anything is possible, says champion Tassie runner
She’s been bullied, suffered anxiety and an eating disorder, but that hasn’t stopped a Hobart oncology nurse from becoming one of the state’s finest distance runners – and now she’s using her ability to overcome adversity to help others.
Classic pub fare cuts the mustard
There’s good eating to be had at the refurbished Moonah Hotel & Cellars – the meals are generously portioned, well-priced and served by friendly and staff. What more could one want from a pub meal, asks TasWeekend food writer Alix Davis.
Nothing can hold Jack back from an adventure
Jack Duffy may be confined to a wheelchair, but he is not letting that stop him from hitting the road as part of a gruelling 250km trek to raise money for children with disabilities.
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