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‘Huge degree of anxiety’: Fears for future of century-old school
Teachers at an inner-city Hobart school are worried about the future of their workplace as the state government considers a report that could recommend drastic changes.
Green groups slam salmon company’s plan to scare off seals
A Tasmanian aquaculture giant has drawn the ire of environmental groups after seeking permission to conduct seal bombing. Why Salmon Tasmania boss is backing the practice.
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