What’s new for summer: your go-to events guide
There’s a lot to love about summer in our beautiful island state so make the most of long days ahead with our bumper guide of new and exciting activities guaranteed to get you pumped for summer
Hobart & South
Glow-up breathes new life into local hotel
It’s been a long time between drinks at the Kingston Hotel for me. A quick visit a while ago hadn’t inspired a return. But that’s all changed following a stylish, slick revamp, writes Alix Davis
South Hobart FC pitches new ‘sports centre’ for Darcy St
The soccer club claims Darcy St facilities aren’t ‘fit for purpose’ and they want to change it. See what’s planned.
Bus drivers strike action imminent: expect peak hour disruption
After going on strike earlier this week in the north of the state, Hobartians should expect disruptions to bus services as drivers take stop-work action.
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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.
Revealed: Full results from Clarence elector poll on AFL High Performance Centre
The full results from the elector poll of Clarence residents regarding the proposed AFL High Performance Centre at Rosny have been revealed. Here’s how the community voted.
‘Buoyed’: Change of heart on Lindisfarne ferry terminal
As the Bellerive to Hobart ferry service marks its third year, the Clarence City Council will consider the location of a new ferry terminal at Lindisfarne. Read the latest.
Taste of Summer call-out for stallholders
The hunt is on for the best of Tasmania’s producers, performers and providores as organisers begin planning the Taste of Summer.
Environmental watchdog cracks down on Risdon Vale waste processor
A Tasmanian waste processor has been told to pull its socks up or risk a hefty fine over activities at a site in Risdon Vale. Here’s what its been called out for.
Land for JackJumpers new training hub secured
Land has been secured to build the new JackJumpers high performance centre. But there are still hoops to jump through, including finding a new home for another club.
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