Neighbouring councils could merge
Merging some of Tasmania’s 29 councils isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but two North West councils could be open to it. Find out why.
North West Coast
Time to walk the walk: Lambie fires up over island’s neglect
While saying King Island is in need of a new port, Senator Jacqui Lambie has lashed out at the state government and accused it of neglecting and ignoring the residents of the small community.
Push to heritage list Stanley icon
Locals reflect on what makes makes The Nut at Stanley so special as the location is being considered for inclusion on the National Heritage List. Why it’s being considered.
Further delays in sentencing of mine operator over worker death
The family of a man who died while working in a Tasmanian mine will have to wait longer for the sentencing of the operator, who pleaded guilty. The details.
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Libs spruik Covid-care package, opposition slams RAT rollout
Salvos is welcoming the state’s new Covid-care funding for people in need, but government detractors say vulnerable locals are still struggling amid RAT shortages.
Horrific dog mauling kills 17 penguins in North West Tasmania
Tasmanian rangers are attempting to track down a dog following a horrific series of penguin maulings on New Year’s Eve.
Dead devil carnage on Tasmanian road labelled a ‘disgrace’
GRAPHIC CONTENT WARNING: After just 10 days into the new year, 11 Tasmanian devils have turned up dead on a single stretch of road in the state’s far North West, horrifying locals.
Customer’s abuse was ‘like a kid spitting his dummy’
One of the state’s most popular restaurants has hit out at a Victorian customer who sent the business a barrage of abusive messages after being informed of its temporary closure.
Heavy rains leave Eastern Shore washed out
Wild weather that lashed the state left numerous businesses in need of drying out – and there are warnings the big wet might not be over yet. LATEST >>
Claim driver aimed car at Covid site traffic controller
Traffic controllers have called for calm at Covid-19 testing sites after an angry motorist allegedly drove at a traffic controller in an “absolutely terrifying” incident.
Gutwein reveals major changes to Covid testing regime
Rapid antigen tests will soon become the primary tool to detect cases of Covid, as nurses warn they are at breaking point as the health service battles staff shortages. LATEST DETAILS >>
Planes, helicopters to boost firefighters’ arsenal
Twelve new aircraft have landed in Tasmania as the state’s fire service ramps up its capabilities ahead of the bushfire season. SEE THE AIRCRAFT >>
Footy club honours Hillcrest survivor’s ‘strength and bravery’
A survivor from the Hillcrest jumping castle tragedy has arrived home from hospital, with his local footy club paying tribute.
Premier announces massive overhaul to tests for Tasmania
Tasmanians will undergo a swift overhaul of testing proceedures, contact classification and booster vaccine delivery in the coming days. LATEST COVID UPDATES >>
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