Councillor sanctioned for social media activity again
A Hobart City Councillor has once again been reprimanded for her social media activity. Here’s what she did.
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Challenge to irrigation pipeline to water golf course dismissed
Plans will go ahead to deliver recycled water across a 7km pipeline for agricultural use and to water the grass of a golf course, despite objections from neighbours.
New Glenorchy councillor elected to fill Harry Quick vacancy
After the passing of Glenorchy Alderman Harry Quick, a new member has been elected to take his spot, and he’s no stranger to the council. Latest.
Protesters rally to end native forest logging
Tasmanian protesters flocked to Hobart’s Parliament Lawns, as part of nationwide action to put an end to native forest logging.
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Fake $100 notes saying ‘this is not legal tender’ circulating
Counterfeit notes that police say are easily identifiable as fake and have the words ‘for motion picture use only’ are making their way around Southern Tasmania.
Huon land clearing attracts hefty fine over rare butterfly
A developer has copped a hefty fine after clearing five hectares of land, home to a rare butterfly only found in Tasmania.
Glamorous spot to dine on a city mini-break
The notes of Moonlight Serenade may have faded but the glamour and style of Hobart’s one-time favourite dance hall are still alive and well at this inner-city hotel’s restaurant, writes Alix Davis
Work on new lane for the Southern Outlet begins
Over the next six to eight weeks, crews will work mostly 22-hour days as part of the first stage of a project to alleviate some of the traffic congestion on the Southern Outlet.
‘Swimming against the tide’: The rural GP clinic bucking the trend
Despite a shortage of GPs and closure of some practices, a Tasmanian medical centre is expanding to make room for more GPs. Find out why they are bucking the trend.
Questions over future of High Performance Centre after elector poll
Questions are being asked about the future of a polarising proposal to build an AFL High Performance Centre at Rosny after local residents had their say about the development.
‘Our concerns were valid’: Risdon Vale residents’ relief at EPA warning for waste processor
Risdon Vale residents say they finally feel heard after a nearby waste processor was issued a stern warning by Tasmania’s environmental watchdog. Here’s why they’re still watching closely.
Retired Tassie vet making a difference in the South Pacific
“We were not infrequently paid in mangoes or bananas or paw paws”: Meet the retired Tassie vet enjoying winter escapes, and new cultural customs, as a volunteer at a Cook Islands vet clinic
UTAS raised ‘legal concerns’ about Libs’ plan to restrict campus move
Labor has hit out at the state government for not obtaining advice from a number of departments on potential implications of proposed legislation to restrict the UTAS CBD campus relocation.
Science week patron calls for return of Tassie science minister
There have been calls for Tasmania to once again have a dedicated science minister, during the launch of the Beaker Street festival. Here’s why + A list of what’s on.
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