Metal recycling site proposed next-door to football club
Documents from a development application show a metal recycling plant is proposed for Rocherlea, not far from a where another metal recycling site was ordered to shut operations in 2024.
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This program was working for at-risk youth, but it has been put on hold
‘Abandoning the basics’: The community sector union is flummoxed over youth crime prevention announcements when a program supporting at-risk youth has been placed on hold for months.
How a teacher won Bass to become Tassie’s newest MP
A Labor landslide in Tasmania has flipped the seat of Bass to newcomer Jess Teesdale, teacher for 14 years and Launceston native. Meet the teacher who took the seat from Bridget Archer.
Why a sheep shearer arrived to Tasmania on a bike
A sheep shearer from King Island opens up on the ‘devastating’ reasons he is cycling Australia on his low-rider, three wheeler to raise a big sum of money for mental health research.
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Tasmania’s second biggest council reveals major rates increase
The biggest council in northern Tasmania has released their draft budget full of big plans, but it’s set to come at a cost for ratepayers. See how much more you’re paying.
Revealed: Private messages between ranting US rocker, under-fire mayor
An Instagram conversation between a controversial US rocker and Launceston’s under-fire mayor has revealed further legal woes may be ahead, with council flagging threats towards councillors with the American Embassy. SEE THE MESSAGES
Infected, inbred and sterile – the life of a Launceston monkey
Turns out keeping a troop of Japanese macaques can be quite expensive and the bill has been tallied by the local council.
$20 million hospice plans for heritage site revealed
A long-awaited ‘sanctuary’ for end-of-life care is ready to start building this year. See how this $20 million facility will care for patients and families.
Tassie chorus heading to Westminster Abbey
It’s a thrill’ for TSO Chorus as they prepare for performance at Westminster Abbey. They will be performing ahead of the UK tour at one of Tasmania’s most well-known churches.
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.
Young Hobart artist wins prestigious Glover Prize
At just 24-year-old Aisha Sherman-Noth has won one of Australia’s most prestigious landscape awards. Read more about her work.
Complainant allegedly offered $100 to keep quiet after assault
Launceston Magistrate Court watched interview footage of a man accused of indecent assault, and heard how he allegedly punched complainant in the face. Read more about the interview.
Council commits extra $4m on Albert Hall ‘behind closed doors’
Launceston council adds costly additional works to Albert Hall — having already paid $5 million. It was a decision that one resident demanded answers for.
First look: The upgrades at UTAS Stadium
Further details of the $130m upgrade of UTAS Stadium have been revealed as the northern ground prepares for the Tasmania Devils’ entry into the AFL. Check out the newest images >>
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