‘A lot of heartbreak’: Rally cry for action to stop gendered violence
The Red Heart Campaign slogan was a simple one: “stop killing women”. A Hobart rally was one of 14 across Australia and here’s what Tassie women had to say.
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Long Covid: Tassie’s hidden epidemic
Covid lockdowns may be a distant memory for many, but for Tasmanians living with the often-debilitating symptoms of long Covid, the pandemic has left a lasting impact.
Million-dollar funding deal a ‘catch-up’ for state
An increase in education funding aims to ensure Tasmanian students ‘keep up, catch up’. Why the education union believes the extra millions will be ‘life changing’.
More than ‘just bad periods’: Tassie’s diagnosis challenge
Tassie women are facing even more hurdles when trying to get a diagnosis for endometriosis. How women in health are tackling this issue.
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World’s largest chocolate fountain closer to reality
The Cadbury Factory’s plans to turn into a tourist mecca has received key backing, but the project’s mastermind says there is still ‘an enormous amount of approval process to go through’.
NoHo’s newest eatery will help you spice up your life
This latest addition to the North Hobart restaurant scene, a sibling to Sawak in the CBD, offers diners a taste of the magical fusion of flavours known as ‘Nyonya’ cuisine, writes Alix Davis
Meet the Tassie painter making art for global superstars
From public murals and commissions for global popstars to live wedding portraits and advocating for Indigenous rights, artist Brandi Salmon is putting Tassie creativity firmly in the spotlight
Young sailors ready to take on world after winning top gong
These young Tasmanian sailors have achieved the top spots at a South Australian race, taking home a prestigious prize. Their next step is to take on the world.
Heavenly Huon Hideaway beckons
Nestled on the edge of the Huon River, this idyllic haven is the ideal place to relax, unwind and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Southern Edge, writes Elise Kaine
Seemingly abandoned $100m development no longer dormant
The project has long lay dormant, however the people behind a housing and community development at an old school site in Hobart’s northern suburbs say ‘they’ve been working very hard’.
Renowned muso showcases Tassie with release of his 13th album
His school mates loved Nirvana and Metallica but Pete Cornelius had more unusual musical tastes, leading the talented Tasmanian to forge an international career – now launching his 13th album
Cost of living the focus of Peter Dutton’s snap visit to Tasmania
A day after the Prime Minister was in Tasmania, the Opposition Leader visits an electorate that is up for grabs for both major parties. What Peter Dutton did during his time in Tasmania.
Feds back mega-housing precinct at site of new southern school
The Prime Minister is set to announce $10m towards a 600 home development at the site of a newly completed southern high school. Here’s the details.
Man hangs 9m from the air during logging protest
An environmental group has gone to drastic lengths to stop logging at a coupe in the state’s south. Pictures from the protest at the coupe.
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