Centre closure to leave half of Tasmanian city without GP
Some residents of a northern Tasmanian city will be forced to travel after its medical centre closes in February. How the state government responded.
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Massive budget blowout for TasNetworks’ energy game changer
A vital, once-in-a-generation upgrade of Tasmania’s energy network is facing ballooning costs of nearly 90 per cent, figures released by TasNetworks show.
Hillcrest tragedy: Lawyers vow to bring families closure
Nearly two years on from the Hillcrest tragedy, which claimed the lives of six children, lawyers say they’ll be pursuing civil lawsuits to bring “justice and answers” for the victims.
Battle lines: Debate rages over staging of key Tassie energy project
Labor continues to attack the Liberal state government over a TasNetworks decision, Burnie Mayor Teeny Brumby is in disbelief, but a UTAS expert says the decision holds water. Inside the brewing stoush.
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Young Hobart mum’s years-long battle to find a home
A young Hobart mother says she is running out of options in a years-long quest to secure a long-term home, as one of about 4000 Tasmanians languishing on the public housing waiting list. HER STORY >>
Bulldozers should be removed from tailings dam site, the Greens say
The state government needs to monitor mine lease to ensure machines are removed in the wake of Canberra’s tailings dam project ruling, the Greens say. LATEST >>
Should wood heaters be banned from Tassie homes?
Wood heaters should be banned from new build homes and removed when houses change hands according to new calls from an Asthma advocacy group. READ THEIR CONCERNS >>
Dozens come forward over abuse allegations at Tasmanian schools
Dozens of Tasmanians have come forward to talk about allegations of abuse in schools as a high-profile law firm probes a number of educational institutions across the state. INVESTIGATION >>
Grey skies to replace clear, blue days
The recent clear, cold and frosty days will make way for “a little bit” warmer weather this week – but just keep the umbrella handy. FORECAST + WARNINGS >>
LIST: The places Covid-positive health worker visited in Tassie
Public Health has released a list of places a health worker visited in Tasmania before flying to London and testing positive to Covid. If you have been at any of these premises at these listed times, you must immediately self isolate and book a test. LIST >>
Hundreds tested in wake of infection
More than 700 Tasmanians have been tested for Covid-19 in the wake of news a Launceston hospital worker tested positive in London. LATEST >>
Outcry as golf clubs cull thousands of animals
Animal activists have expressed anger at the huge number of native animals being shot, trapped or poisoned on Tasmanian golf courses.
Calls to put famous dairy in Aussie hands
After years of animal welfare, workplace and environmental complaints, there are rising calls for a Tasmanian-based dairy farm operation to become Australian owned.
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