Uni staff ‘fear’ speaking out: Report finds laws need revamp
The laws governing the University of Tasmania need reviewing to address a drift away from its core role as an educational institution, a parliamentary committee has found.
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Tasmanian inmates complain of ‘smelly’ shoes issued in prison
The Tasmania Prison Service is refusing improve the substandard, smelly and uncomfortable footwear it issues to prisoners, ignoring repeated complaints and recommendations, a report has found.
‘Disconnected’: Health union anger over nursing shortages
The nurses union has taken the government to the state Industrial Commission over what it described as an ongoing short staffing across the state’s major hospitals.
How you can track your bus or ferry in real time
Hobartians can now access real-time tracking information for buses and ferries, allowing public transport users to see how far away their ride is from arriving at a given stop.
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Public urged to think before they call for an ambulance
Tasmanians who need medical attention over the holiday break have been urged to consider their options and not simply call for an ambulance. Who you can call instead >>
‘Incredible strain’: 24 hour wait in hospital emergency departments
As Labor highlights waiting times in emergency departments, the government says it is on a recruitment blitz. Find out what the dashboard figures show.
The forgotten cableway: Abetz demands Feds hand over funding
The state government has not given up on a much-delayed project that had its estimated cost blowout by triple despite the feds saying last year they wouldn’t fund it.
Happy, healthy and somewhat wealthy: Have your say
The Mercury’s Big Issues Survey is already revealing we’re happy, healthy and somewhat wealthy — but being buffeted by cost of living rises. There’s still time to have your say.
Hobart Airport upgrades milestone opens direct flights to Asia
Upgrades to the northern end of the runway of Hobart airport are now complete, marking a major milestone for the $130 million project. What this will mean for exports
Tourism developer fell behind on wilderness island rent
The proponent of a controversial tourism development inside the World Heritage area had leases renewed despite running up thousands of dollars in arrears on missed lease payments.
Review needed: Tassie pays price of ‘clunky’ freight scheme, Tyrell
The federal government has been urged to review the Tasmanian Freight Equalisation scheme and to consider whether if is still suitable. Why the scheme has been criticised.
Marinus link cable price hike, but how much will it save households
The first stage of the Marinus Link project is set to be more expensive than first estimated — however it’s becoming clearer how much it could save Tassie households.
Ferry to nowhere’s $380k wages bill
The new Spirit of Tasmania ferry caught in limbo has a growing wage bill for six crew members to keep things ship shape while tied to a Scottish dock. Here’s why the govt isn’t concerned.
Expert casts doubt on Tasmania’s financial outlook
‘There is more chance of spotting a thylacine on my front lawn’: A leading economist is concerned about Tasmania’s rising debt.
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