Where to find Tasmania’s riskiest roads
Whether it be a dramatic four car pileup or a minor fender bender, here’s Tasmania’s top 10 most dangerous roads for crashes. Check out the interactive map >>
Future Tasmania
School’s out: Now what?
Stuck for ideas on how to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? We’ve put together a bumper list of fun things to do around the state. See the list.
‘Unfair’: Why operator says following rules is hurting business
A long-term Tassie tourism operator is calling for more to be done to license and regulate nature-based tourism businesses in the state – after claiming he’s losing thousands by doing the right thing.
Shock GP closure: Mums, bubs among 8000 left without a doctor
Melissa Tyrrell and her daughter Bailey are among thousands of Tasmanians who will be affected by the closure of their Bridgewater GP after the announcement of its shock closure.
Bright minds: Next gen get keen on robotics jobs of future
The hi-tech world of robotics is breaking new ground in Tasmania. See how a career in STEM has already inspired our young Tasmanians.
Untapped gold mine: Stadium will rival MONA, rake in billions
An explosive report on the economic benefits of the Mac Pt Stadium says it would be a gold mine and rival MONA as a landmark attraction. Read why it’s going to make waves for the ‘no’ camp.
‘Get back to teaching’: Tassie educator launches AI program
A Northern Tasmanian teacher has launched a new software program for educators that aims to streamline their workload so they can get “back to teaching”. What inspired him to develop the program.
Revealed: Luxury apartments latest project on ice amid time, cost blowouts
2023 is turning out to be an annus horribilis for major building projects. See our special report on the growing list of Tasmanian builds cancelled or significantly over budget. FULL LIST
Why lithium find is promising for Tassie’s future: Expert
Finding lithium in a Tasmanian mine could prove “critical” for the state’s renewable energy future. Find out why from the state’s mining expert.
Back to square one: Delay for $40m shopping centre
Objections to a $40m shopping precinct development in the state’s North-West have put a six-month hamper on completion of the project, with its developers heading back to the Planning Commission. Details
Renewable power plant project crucial step toward greener Tassie
A proposal to redevelop the decommissioned Bell Bay Power Station into a $1.2bn green methanol and hydrogen plant has been lauded by the state government. DETAILS >
Tassie’s ‘insane’ offshore wind farm potential
A Tassie pair who helped bring to life the world’s first underwater restaurant in Norway now have their sights set on offshore wind farms back in their home state.
Energy link is about more than power
The peak industry body representing Tasmania’s energy, minerals and manufacturing sectors has offered its “conditional” support for Marinus Link, after initially expressing reservations about the $3b project.
‘If not now, when?’: Tassie can take on the world
Tasmania’s further investment in renewable energy projects and infrastructure like the Marinus Link will deliver not just greater sustainability but economic opportunity as well, Bernard Salt says >>
Climate insight hope in ice cores
A globally important scientific expedition has been hailed a massive success after ancient ice cores were extracted from one of the most remote parts of East Antarctica.
Gateway to the deep south
Hobart needs to upgrade its port infrastructure, co-locate its scientific facilities and promote opportunities for young people if it is to consolidate its position as the world’s premier gateway to East Antarctica, the chair of the Tasmanian Polar Network says.
Original URL: https://www.themercury.com.au/news/tasmania/future-tasmania