More Tasmanian drivers and pedestrians are making dangerous choices at level crossings, with terrifying new footage showing just how close some motorists come to colliding with trains. WATCH THE VIDEO >>
A full list of gun crimes in Tasmania’s North and North West reveals the suburbs fast becoming firearm hotspots. FULL LIST >>
Tourism operators hope the next round of the government’s travel voucher scheme — which opens today — will see Tasmanians spending up as they explore their state. HOW TO REGISTER FOR YOUR VOUCHER >>
From cafes to pubs, bakeries and burger joints to renowned seafood and wine dynasties here are 50 of Tasmania’s most powerful hospo heads >>
Council is attempting to quell community concerns ahead of e-scooter trials in Hobart and Launceston that are expected to kick off in coming months. LATEST >>
The face of Launceston could be changing with multiple modern hotel developments approved for the city over the last few months. PLANS + DESIGNS >>
A senior Tasmanian union official has been banned from attending building sites by the Fair Work Commission. LATEST HERE >>
A year ago today Launceston residents woke to a winter wonderland. The Mercury takes a look back at how locals took advantage of the special weather event. PHOTOS >>
A Tassie teenage donut king is expanding his delicious empire to another city to fill a hole in the market. STORE DETAILS >>
Six premises in Western Australia, including Perth Airport, and one in Victoria have been designated high-risk for people wishing to enter Tasmania. LATEST COVID-19 UPDATES >>
A Launceston kitten who captured hearts across the state after getting stuck in bitumen has died after suffering breathing difficulties.
A Launceston councillor has addressed public fears that popular local park will close permanently. LATEST HERE >>
The popular giftware shop of the Premier’s wife was snapped up in a matter of hours by an interstate buyer seeking a Tasmanian lifestyle.
A retired Tassie man says he plans to party like he’s in his 20s to celebrate scoring a TattsLotto division one win. SEE WHERE HE BOUGHT THE WINNING TICKET >>
Hawthorn’s president has called the Premier in a bid to have as many fans as possible at the club’s blockbuster clash with Collingwood next weekend. CATS v ROOS MATCH REPORT >>
It’s looking to be a wet and windy weekend across the state, with the weather bureau warning rainfall may lead to flash flooding. LATEST FORECAST >>
A drop in air traffic at Launceston and Hobart airports has led to 38 workers being stood down due to mainland lockdowns. LATEST >>
Footy Fever will hit Tasmania this weekend with another AFL double header set to bring out thousands of mask wearing fans in Hobart and Launceston. LATEST >>
A magistrate made his decision from the options of having a Great Dane destroyed, declared dangerous or muzzled after a deadly attack. LATEST >>
A six-storey hotel development featuring 134 rooms, a gym and a restaurant has been approved in central Launceston. DESIGN + PLANS >>
A professional Tassie darts player who hit an uninvited party guest in the head with a full stubbie of beer has been sentenced after pleading guilty to wounding. FULL COURT REPORT >>
A Tasmanian nurse who works in the same hospital where her sister was allegedly raped by a doctor as a little girl is launching a trauma foundation to help survivors of child sexual abuse. HER MESSAGE >>
A man reportedly armed with a knife has peacefully surrendered to police following a siege at a Penguin home. LATEST BREAKING NEWS >>
Community feedback is currently being sought on proposed upgrades to the West Tamar Highway, following the completion of three of four current upgrade projects. LATEST >>
A Tasmanian travel agent says he is doing “three times the work for nothing” as he attempts to get travellers to their destination amid continued flight cancellations. LATEST >>
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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