‘She believed she might die’: Man jailed for domestic abuse
A Supreme Court justice has detailed the violent and brutal abuse a woman was subjected to by her ex-boyfriend.
North West Coast
Ghost towns coming back to life? Tourism attraction idea floated
A council and an author who wrote a book about abandoned settlements believe that the roughly 69 ghost towns in the municipality could become tourist attractions. FULL LIST HERE.
Another RSL sub-branch shuts doors to its club headquarters
Rising costs and a lack of volunteers have resulted in an RSL sub-branch closing the doors of its well-loved watering hole.
‘We deserve a doctors surgery’: Merger divides town’s GP access
The mayor of a community that is about to lose its medical centre has described the situation as a “significant blow” as work is being done to provide transport for patients at the facility.
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‘I’m shaking!’: Mystery lotto winner’s sweet surprise
More than 48 hours later, following numerous attempts to track down Tasmania’s mystery lotto winner, the lucky local has been named. THE WINNER >>
Hot offer: Digital access, weekend delivery
Looking for a great value offer? New Mercury subscribers can get full digital access plus the paper home delivered every weekend for less than a latte. Here’s how.
WATCH: Huge tiger snake hitches ride to popular Tassie holiday spot
Shocked bystanders at a popular northwest holiday spot have captured video of a massive tiger snake hitching a ride to the popular urban area.
Dirt cheap rentals and properties in Tasmania
From one-bedroom iron shacks to ‘repulsive’ rusty dorms with shared bathrooms, the Mercury has tracked down the cheapest properties out there. FULL LIST >>
Lake Burbury search finds boat belonging to deceased fisherman
A missing fisherman has been found dead on Tasmania’s West Coast after what police describe as a fatal boating accident – but the boat has not been found. LATEST HERE >>
How to get hundreds off a King Island trip
A $300 travel incentive for accommodation and tourism experiences will be offered to try to lure visitors to King Island. HOW TO APPLY >>
Injured rock climber rescued from iconic climb
An injured rock climber has been rescued from one of Tasmania’s most infamous climbing routes. LATEST >>
The secrets behind Tassie’s pub barons
The faces behind the state’s most iconic pubs have unveiled their secrets to pouring beers mid-pandemic and their exciting plans for 2022. MEET THE PUBLICANS >>
NAMED: Tassie’s nightclub brawlers, bashers and shooters
From a powerlifter who fired a rifle inside a venue to a jawbreaking bashing in Hobart – Tasmania’s clubs are no stranger to violence. FULL LIST OF CRIMES >>
Where to get your child vaccinated in Tasmania
Parents are being urged to get their kids vaccinated if they haven’t already, as the rush continues before students return to school next week. LATEST + CLINIC DETAILS >>
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