‘Get on with the job’: Libs’ minority rule
It is a likely return to a hung parliament for Tasmania, as the first day of vote counting concluded in the 2025 State Election. Where to next for the state.
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Blame game for election won by Libs: analyst
A political analyst said early votes suggest Tasmanians have blamed Labor for sending them back to the polls, just a year after the last election. The full analysis.
Explainer: Likely winners and losers, FAQs and how we got here
As the votes are being counted, the Mercury’s David Killick and Bridget Clarke explain the layout of Tasmania’s House of Assembly, the current state of play and how we got here.
Winter’s gamble on dethroning Premier backfires
Dean Winter’s gamble on toppling Jeremy Rockliff has backfired for the Labor Party, as the premier told the tally room he would ask the Governor to ‘recommission the government’.
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TasInsure a reality in 100 days, says Ellis
The Liberals have released a legislation timeline for TasInsure, with one MP saying the scheme will then face public scrutiny. What we know.
‘Out of their depth’: Jim Chalmers lambasts Liberals in Tasmania
Labor Party faithfuls will gather to hear the keynote address from federal treasurer Jim Chalmers at its campaign launch. What he will say.
Police roster reform backed by both parties
A significant shake-up is on the cards for Tasmania’s police force, with both major parties pledging to transform rosters. The police union’s response.
Libs pledge perinatal mental health expansion
As election day approaches, the Liberal Party has announced a major commitment to Tassie families, promising a significant boost aimed at supporting mums and bubs across the state.
Former racing minister wants end to greyhound racing
Polling has shown Tasmanians are opposed to public funding of the greyhound industry. The former racing minister who wants funding phased out and why.
Hobart clinic promise will ease three hour trip to visit doctor
Getting to visit the GP is often difficult but for some eastern shore residents it can involve a three hour round-trip. Labor plans to make it easier for people at Risdon Vale.
Liberals banking on iron future
The critical mining industry is at the heart of the Liberals’ new economic strategy, which promises to streamline approvals and cut red tape to back traditional industries and regional jobs.
‘Horrifying’: Family violence rates spark Greens committee plan
ABS data on the incidence of family violence has revealed alarming findings for Tasmania. The Greens’ plan to tackle it.
Search and rescue’s future up in the air
A 25-year-old search and rescue operator hangs in the balance as its expiring contract could soon be handed to a mainland business. What Labor’s leader is proposing.
Pull Lennon into line, says Premier to Labor leader
Cheaper, fairer, but not quite ours?: The Liberals’ plan for TasInsure, a state-owned insurance company has hit a snag. The latest.
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