Tasmania’s premier snow sports destination has unveiled one of the biggest new investments in its history, with the possibility that future seasons could be up to triple the length. SEE THE PLANS
A battling Tasmanian dad has endured a hellish year: The death of two beloved siblings, nerve damage to his neck and a car crash that’s left him trapped inside his inaccessible home. His story >>
A manufacturer and an agribusiness have both revealed plans to move into a bustling 350ha Tasmanian industrial precinct home to 100 businesses. The site may eventually link to rail and gas. DETAILS >
Fresh out of a stint in jail, a prolific domestic violence offender began harassing, abusing, and in one case assaulting, his ex-girlfriend, including by sending her sexualised videos. DETAILS >
Tributes are flowing for two much-loved pastors as their three children recover in hospital from the car crash that killed both their parents in Tasmania’s north. SEE THE TRIBUTES >>
Dozens of Tasmanians have come forward to talk about allegations of abuse in schools as a high-profile law firm probes a number of educational institutions across the state. INVESTIGATION >>
Three siblings involved in the weekend’s tragic double fatality are continuing to recover in hospital, as health authorities provide an update of the woman and four-week-old baby also involved in the crash. LATEST >>
The recent clear, cold and frosty days will make way for “a little bit” warmer weather this week – but just keep the umbrella handy. FORECAST + WARNINGS >>
Public Health has released a list of places a health worker visited in Tasmania before flying to London and testing positive to Covid. If you have been at any of these premises at these listed times, you must immediately self isolate and book a test. LIST >>
More than 700 Tasmanians have been tested for Covid-19 in the wake of news a Launceston hospital worker tested positive in London. LATEST >>
Animal activists have expressed anger at the huge number of native animals being shot, trapped or poisoned on Tasmanian golf courses.
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