Kirby hits her ‘Second Stride’ at Agfest
Leather maker Kirby Gibson breathed new life into a 40-year-old saddle that was gathering dust, and has gone on to save many more. Here’s what’s taking her to Agfest.
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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.
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Final day of Festivale filled to capacity
The team behind Festivale believe the event’s success comes down to its ability to evolve as City Park in Launceston is filled to capacity for this year’s iteration. Full wrap of the final day.
A foggy brain blamed for car tagging frenzy
‘Too high’. Ravenswood man claims he couldn’t remember causing thousands of dollars in damage in tagging cars.
Drug addiction spirals out of control for 32-year-old man
A “significant” addiction to meth brought on a three-month long crime spree in an effort to fund the habit, a Launceston magistrate heard. Here’s what the court heard.
Handing out icy poles won’t help lick this hospital issue
Icy poles used to cool down patients as staff are desperate to bring some chill to sweltering hospital wards in Launceston. Read about the concerns.
The art of finger painting – finding beauty in a simple art form
The art of finger painting isn’t for the under 5’s, it’s a messy, freeing way to make art. Learn from this Tassie artist.
Man’s burnout at Cooee was to ‘see his friend off’ after funeral
A young man’s ‘unusual’ stunt in his commodore was performed with his dead friend’s brother in the passenger seat.
Neighbourly dispute over trees goes to tribunal
A neighbour’s complaint about trees obstructing his ‘view and enjoyment’ has been heard by TASCAT, with a tribunal member concerned about one party’s bald assertions. The finding.
$2m land to be divided into 20 residential lots
A suburb that only has 10 properties for sale could be in line for a boom with a major subdivision proposed. Here’s what’s planned.
Pill testing in Tasmania “long overdue” says Tassie GP
Tasmanians mostly support pill and drug testing, evidence shows it can saves lives but here’s how likely it’ll happen.
Wad of cash pulled out to pay fine for obscene gesture
A man who was charged for giving a Nazi salute outside a club in Ravenswood has pleaded “guilty with good reason”. Read more about the unusual hearing.
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