What should Monopoly include in second Tassie edition?
Boardmakers will put an end to any sibling angst between Tasmania’s two largest cities, with a second bespoke Monopoly game in the making. COMMENT WHERE SHOULD BE INCLUDED >>
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First state budget announcement revealed
Government minister Felix Ellis has announced that the state government will make a $500m investment into “building an even better Tasmania”.
Airport boss resigns for new role across the ditch
The CEO of one of Tasmania’s major airports has resigned after leading the organisation through some of the toughest challenges in its history. WHAT’S NEXT FOR THE HIGH-FLYER >>>
Iconic bridge scrubbed up in major restoration project
Considered the ‘soul of our city’ — the loved iconic suspension bridge has reopened after being off limits to visitors since January. Here’s what’s changed.
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Tasmanian candidates’ pledge on gendered violence
After four deaths in a week, major party candidates were asked how their party would tackle the crisis of gendered violence. Read their responses
Oasis support act kicking off national tour with two Tassie gigs
Popular indie rockers Ball Park Music is kicking off it’s Australia tour with a couple of stops in the Apple Isle — and they’re bringing a new sound with them.
Launceston divide over mayor’s leadership creeps into council meeting
The photo debacle for Launceston’s Mayor Matthew Garwood continues on, with two fiery speakers at the latest council meeting adding fuel to the fire of those calling for his resignation.
UTAS upgrade is between a tree and a hard place
Between a $130 million stadium and a 100-year-old tree – council had a hard choice to make. Here’s what unfolded.
LIST: Where to find the best hot cross buns in Tasmania
While supermarkets have had hot cross buns on the shelves since Boxing Day, many small local bakeries hold the special baked goods dear, only making them for a few weeks a year. Where to find the best.
Beloved bike centre reopens in the north
After a landslip shut this children’s learning centre’s doors in 2019, its mini-roadways are back and better than ever. Inside its new build.
Brace for more weather whiplash set to hit Tassie
Put away the woolly jumpers from last weekend and break out the summer dresses — hot weather is on the way with temperatures threatening April records.
Dutton’s response to young women comparing him to Trump
During a visit to Tasmania, Peter Dutton tackled key policies the Liberals are backing at the federal election while answering a question on being compared to US President Donald Trump.
Leadership slammed amid Garwood controversy
Legal expert demands a Tasmanian council to do better after American musician Ronnie Radke posted a violent rant aimed at two female councillors.
‘She made a mistake’: Teesdale’s backflip on native logging position
In the space of an hour, Federal Labor Candidate for Bass Jess Teesdale went from wanting to see native forestry logging end in Tasmania to supporting the industry. What went down.
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