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.
Launceston
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.
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Tree removal delay could uproot stadium budget
A Tasmanian council has failed to reach a decision on whether a “significant” elm tree should be removed to make way for a major stadium redevelopment.
‘Unbelievable’: Roof flies off into the backyard of Tassie home
Five people and their pets were inside their home when the roof flew off and into their backyard during the night. Here’s what happened.
‘Everyone’s holding their breath’: Northern Tasmania on high alert
Several rivers in the north have burst their banks and many are without power as the government warns that the worst of the wild weather is still yet to come. Why there’s cause for relief so far.
Government backflip: Prison plan axed
For years the state government has boasted the benefits of a prison in the state’s north, but late on Friday it was revealed the option was off the table. Here’s why.
Modern Day mums: How tech is empowering rural mothers
Rural mothers in Australia face unique social, emotional, and physical challenges, but television journalist turned women’s advocate Stephanie Trethewey is using digital connectivity to address them.
Tassie’s rising AFLW star gears up for new season
She didn’t start playing footy until she was 15, but Tassie’s Mia King, 23, is making up for lost time as a rising star of the AFLW – with her sights firmly set on winning the 2024 premiership.
Tasmanian singer blasting his voice on Australian TV screens
Cody Gunton was ‘singing ever since he could talk’, busking at the age of 10, started playing gigs in primary school, and is about to appear on the new season of The Voice. Meet the Tassie talent.
Data shows Launceston as the crime capital of Tasmania
Soaring crime numbers in Launceston have prompted an outcry of frustration and criticism, with some residents afraid to go to work. What police and the government are doing about it.
Multimillion dollar overhaul for Tasmanian airport check-in hall
A Tasmanian food chain is one of multiple new additions planned for the revamped check-in hall at a Tasmanian airport. Here’s what it will have.
Richardson’s Harley-Davidson owner loses licence after drink drive
The owner of a renown Launceston business has lost his driver’s licence after being busted drink driving on his Harley-Davidson. What the court heard.
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