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Fourth teen charged with shopping centre rooftop stabbing
Tasmania Police has charged a fourth teen, aged 16, with multiple offences after a 50-year-old man was allegedly stabbed multiple times on a shopping centre rooftop. Latest update.
Goat could be heard for up to two hours as it was abused
A young Tasmanian man who abused two goats in the state’s North-East will remain in the community. A judge said a “fair and just society” would not lock up someone so disadvantaged in life.
‘You did not learn your lesson’: Drug trafficker back in the game
A young Tasmanian painter and club footballer was busted with a shopping bag containing nearly $20,000 cash and cocaine worth $30,000, a court has heard. Damningly, it was not his first drug trafficking foray.
Young driver in horror horse float crash faces court on five charges
A young employee of Yole Harness Racing Stables who was involved in a serious accident that killed four horses and left three passengers injured has fronted court charged with five offences.
First details emerge on planned 10,136 sqkm Bass Strait wind zone
The Commonwealth has made a major announcement regarding a proposed Bass Strait offshore wind zone which, when unlocked and fully developed, could power 20 million homes. Details.
Faulty facts: ‘Updated’ data shows ramping is worse – way worse
Two documents tabled in parliament by the state government have given wildly divergent versions of Tasmania’s ambulance ramping woes, with statistics differing by hundreds of percentage points.
18 months later, CBD mega-precinct takes crucial step forward
More than a year after a Tasmanian developer revealed his $65–$70m hotel precinct plans for a disused, heritage-listed TasTAFE, the matter is formally progressing. See the latest update.
Retiring at 85: Meet the legendary horticulturalist who greened Tassie
For 59 years, councils, gardeners and developers across Tasmania have turned to one of the most trusted names in horticulture, who is now retiring after being unable to find a buyer for his business.
Watch: Why Tassie champ has jumped on ‘crazy’ 4000km ride
Tassie marine scientist Annie Ford’s interstate leg of her 4000km grand bike journey has begun – and with each pedal, she hopes to inspire others to walk a greener path. Watch the video.
Highway bites: Two new cafes slated for Midlands town
There is now an even better reason to take a pit stop while traversing the state, with two significant Tasmanian hospitality players unveiling expansion plans. Here’s what hungry travellers can expect.
‘It doesn’t seem real’: Pedestrian struck after collision identified
“My heart is hurting so badly”: A young Tasmanian man who was killed by an out of control vehicle involved in a collision has been identified. Devastated friends have penned moving tributes.
Council employee’s confidential medical records found dumped
A Tasmanian council has been found to have breached the Personal Information Protection Act after confidential worker’s compensation documents, including medical records, were found.
Typical Tasmanians: What robots think we really look like
From Burnie to Bicheno – and beyond. We asked an AI tool to generate what it thinks typical folks look like from key Tassie towns and suburbs – here’s the results.
Timeless classic keeps delivering
For 15 years, this Northern Tasmanian steakhouse has stood as a beacon of gastronomic excellence. A trio of experienced employees bought it out last year, and they’re making their mark, writes Alex Treacy.
Sports heaven: First look at long-promised $43m recreation hub
It’s been a rocky road paved with cost overruns and delays, but a new Tasmanian complex featuring nine courts, a 198-seat grandstand, rock climbing and gymnastics has taken a big step forward.
Two-day hearing for ex-employee charged with stealing $15K
A former employee of a popular Tasmanian wedding reception and events centre charged with 94 offences relating to allegedly dishonest refunds he processed to himself will appear in court next year for a two-day hearing.
School social worker bought gun in breach of DV order: Court
A Tasmanian school social worker purchased an unregistered gun and silencer from an unknown source, despite knowing it would breach his police family violence order, a court has heard.
‘Man in dark clothing’ seen fleeing from tattoo studio arson: Police
A Tasmanian tattoo studio has been vandalised and attacked by a suspected arsonist, with police revealing a suspect was seen allegedly running from the scene. What we know so far.
Unloved CBD mega-hotel plan returns with slimmed-down design
A global hospitality group has resubmitted plans for a controversial five-star hotel development in a Tasmanian city’s CBD, featuring fewer rooms and less height. See the designs.
Homes Tasmania acquires Crown land for 100 new dwellings
The statutory authority leading the charge in the state government’s quest to build 10,000 new social and affordable homes by 2032 has made a significant move. What they are planning.
‘Inattention, alcohol consumption’ behind dancer’s highway death
A popular Tasmanian grandfather heavily involved in bowling and square dancing pulled out in front of a learner driver on a busy highway, telling his daughter from his death bed he never saw the car.
More woes for hospital’s troubled helipad as timeline blows out
Despite knowing since November 2022 a public hospital’s helipad would be ruled non-compliant, its replacement won’t be ready until mid-2024, the Health Department says. The reason for the delay.
The new heart & Seoul of the North
It is an Asian cuisine that has previously been unable to gain a toehold in Tasmania’s North – yet for the past 10 months, Korean food bursting with authenticity has been delivered via this charming little restaurant, writes ALEX TREACY
Man, 42, extradited to face child sex charges
A man has been extradited from NSW to front the Hobart Magistrates Court accused of historic child sex crimes. Latest details.
Hospital plagued by gastro outbreak
One of the state’s busiest hospitals has been hit by a significant gastro outbreak, Tasmania’s health department say.
Defendant admits to bashing man but denies ‘throwing’ woman
A young Tasmanian mine worker has admitted to bashing a man by punching him to the head and body multiple times, but denied a related family violence assault on a woman by throwing her into a wall. Latest from court.
‘Costing us $2000/day’: Company says state gov’t sold it a pup
A significant Tasmanian manufacturer for the construction industry says the Coordinator General assured them their new site had sufficient connection to power. It didn’t – and they say it’s costing them bigtime.
Named: Alleged airport traffickers with meth strapped to legs
A Tasmanian duo who police allege imported meth worth $150,000 via packages strapped to their legs on an interstate flight have faced court for the first time. Their identities revealed.
Music and art worlds combine for breathtaking new instrument
A new addition to a Tasmanian chamber orchestra’s line-up has been given a unique makeover ahead of a set of concerts. See why this instrument is turning heads.
‘Drugs had a hold on you’: Why young jailed mum was set free
A Tasmanian woman who pleaded guilty to 29 offences including multiple burglaries and motor vehicle thefts has walked free after spending approximately six weeks behind bars. What happened in court.
Woman who allegedly smashed 37 shops, cars may plead insanity
A Tasmanian woman has pleaded not guilty to causing hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of damage to dozens of CBD shops by allegedly smashing their windows with a hammer.
Police end fresh search over Italian tourist cold case murder
Police have wrapped up a fresh search on the East Coast for the murder weapon used to kill Victoria Cafasso in 1995. UPDATE
How our Tassie girls are travelling in Miss World Australia finals
Tassie’s own Tirah Ciampa and Cleo Pedley are going toe to toe – or rather stiletto to stiletto – against 30 interstate finalists for the Miss World Australia 2023 title on the sunny Gold Coast. See how they’re travelling.
Man accused of Shyanne-Lee’s murder faces new charges: Court
A North-East Tasmanian man charged last month with the murder of missing 14-year-old Shyanne-Lee Tatnell is facing new charges stemming from a search of his property, it can be revealed.
Lawyer for ex-MP charged with husband abuse goes on the attack
The barrister for a former Labor politician and beauty queen charged with abusing her husband for 11 years has raised allegations in court of reciprocal domestic violence.
Jailed accountant: ‘I stole most from those that trusted me most’
A Tasmanian accountant jailed for gambling away $1.4m in client and ATO funds admitted to saving his most rapacious offending for those closest to him, a court has heard. What happened in court.
Grand theft auto: Car stolen by armed thieves, chopper search underway
A car has been stolen by two men, one armed with a gun, as a chopper search is launched to find the perpetrators. LATEST
An incomplete life: The funeral that broke Tasmania’s heart
The funeral of Shyanne-Lee Tatnell, hosted by her former principal at Montello Primary School, has seen moving pictures of the life of the girl with a passion for singing and a love of mischief.
Footy coach sentenced for role in brutal home invasion bashing
A Tasmanian man, allegedly alongside three others, one of whom has also been charged, let themselves into a man’s house and bashed him over an alleged tool theft, a court has heard.
Tradie fined $40K for unlicensed work had history of malfeasance
A Tasmanian tradie who variously performed unlicensed work, entered into defective contracts and demanded deposits of greater than 10 per cent had a history of noncompliance, a court has heard.
Absent handyman facing 20 building charges hands himself in
A Tasmanian handyman charged with 20 offences by the state’s building regulator, including performing work unlicensed and asking for illegal deposits, has fronted court after missing last week’s date.
Ditch planned $270m prison on Ashley site, heavy hitters tell gov’t
A former governor, chief magistrate, premier and party leader are among those to have labelled a proposed Tasmanian prison a “monumental backstep,” as the state’s incarceration rate continues to climb.
‘Most amazing thing I’ve seen’: Space junk breaks up over Tassie
Tasmanians were treated to a window-rattling display last night, as space junk spectacularly broke up in the night sky before travelling on to Victoria. We now know exactly what the junk was – see the video.
Fabricator mourns ‘dying trade’ as apprenticeship stats in focus
Tasmanian Labor says the latest vocational education and training statistics for the state are “diabolical,” but the state government has countered that the opposition is “cherry picking” its numbers.
‘Handful of anti-council residents’ behind investigation, mayor says
The mayor of Dorset Council, which was suspended this week for the duration of an ongoing inquiry, claims the process was started by a few disgruntled locals “you’d expect to be unhappy”.
Six-year contract dispute ends with judgment for princely sum of $6K
A contractual dispute over a Hobart subdivision has finally been resolved after six years and two court cases, with an earthmoving company losing its long-running Supreme Court action.
A golf mecca to rival Barnbougle: $5m driving range, minigolf plans
The management of a Tasmanian golf, gaming and lifestyle resort has unveiled the latest stage of its plan to rival Barnbougle in the minds of avid golfers. See the stunning renders here.
Revealed: Huge Tassie music festival back in 2024
Calling all festival fanatics. One of Tassie’s most popular live music and arts events is back for 2024, and organisers say it will be the biggest extravaganza yet. Have you got your outfit ready for the gram?
‘I haven’t stopped crying’: Tasmanian killed on interstate road
A 45-year-old who moved interstate for work has been killed in a possible hit-and-run, with his town’s crestfallen Tasmanian expat community printing bumper stickers to publicise the case. Details.
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