New Sandy Bay site chosen for ferry terminal
The preferred site for a new Derwent Ferry terminal at Sandy Bay has been abandoned after opposition from Federal Group, forcing Hobart City Council to select an alternative location.
Hobart & South
Nice slice of suburbia is still delivering
I’m a little envious of the West Hobart residents who have this popular eatery as their local, writes TasWeekend food writer Alix Davis
Hanging Garden’s next chapter in CBD gains approval
A nine-storey building to join the Hanging Garden precinct has received the green light to forge ahead on the corner of an empty CBD intersection. What’s planned >>
Discovering SoHo: Tassie suburb celebrated in new book
Tasmanian writer and photographer Paul County has published 17 books – with his newest release unearthing fascinating stories about the people who inhabit one of Hobart’s oldest suburbs
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GALLERY: Rosny College leavers celebrate
Graduating Rosny College students left exam stress well and truly in the dust as they celebrated the end of year in style. Check out all the 40+ photos >>
‘I didn’t give up’: Jari’s Law passes final hurdle
The wait is over for a grieving mother who never gave up on her push for news laws after her son was killed. Here’s what the new laws mean.
‘Heartbreaking’: Radio control car club left with nowhere to go
The JackJumpers are preparing to build a new base in Kingston, but for another club it means being kicked out of their home of around 50 years. Here’s why it could spell the end for them.
Crowther plinth cleaned of graffiti
The box covering the plinth of the controversial Crowther statue — that was toppled earlier this year — was tagged by graffiti.
Neil the seal back ashore after months at sea
He attracts attention wherever he goes but authorities are warning Tasmanians to leave Neil the seal alone. Read why.
Piano man’s mammoth Point to Pinnacle push
Getting to the summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington is a challenge for most people, but try doing it while pushing a 240kg piano. Here’s why Kelvin Smith did exactly that.
What lessons Tassie footballers have already gained from Tonga
It will be a special occasion when Glenorchy footballers share the field with Tonga at the AFL Pacific Cup, and they’ve already learned a thing or two from the tiny island nation.
Hobart nightclub’s bid for late nights
After a rocky start, new ownership and a rebrand, a Hobart nightclub and cafe could soon be open for late nights. Details.
Flavours at this Hobart cafe will transport you down the Silk Road
Persian food doesn’t have a high profile in Hobart, but a visit to this hidden gem of an eatery for a casual lunch or dinner is highly recommended, writes Alix Davis
‘Female drivers are some of the best drivers we have’
Women are bucking tradition and becoming garbage truck drivers to boost lagging driver numbers. Here’s why Tasmanians are leading the nation.
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