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”.
Launceston
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.
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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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.
Accused child strangler makes plea in Magistrates court
A 29-year-old Mayfield man who allegedly strangled a child late last year made a plea in the Launceston Magistrates Court.
How 24-year-old tradie could afford his first home
Carpenter Josh Thomson is one of 1700 Tasmanians who were able to purchase their first home. Here’s how.
Could ticketing be the solution to parking woes at popular spot?
Tasmania’s hot spots are being swamped by keen nature lovers, resulting in parking chaos at one much-loved site. But adding a bigger car park might not be the solution >>
70+ faces: Our best photos from the Devonport Cup
The Devonport Cup has been run and won with a huge day of action. Catch up on all the big moments from throughout the day including our photo gallery.
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