Music and art worlds combine for breathtaking new instrument
A new addition to a Tasmanian chamber orchestra’s line-up has been given a unique makeover ahead of a set of concerts. See why this instrument is turning heads.
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West Coast mayor wants a big slice of $35m in mining royalties
Shane Pitt says his people live in the most “disadvantaged local government area in Tasmania,” calling for a greater share in profits generated from mining, aquaculture and renewable energy.
YouTubers caught breaching PWS rules want ‘outdated’ system changed
Two YouTubers who have been fined for filming videos without proper permits in the state’s Central Plateau feel laws relating to online content creation are outdated. What they say should be changed.
Ravaged and ravishing: Why Tasmania needs strong West Coast
In terms of population, it’s a mouse – but economically, Tasmania’s remote West Coast is a roaring lion. It’s a region poised for success and bedevilled by unique problems. We take an in-depth look at the road ahead.
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LAST CHANCE: Vote now for Tassie’s best dentist
The search is on to find Tasmania’s best dentist and the practices whose hardworking staff go the extra mile to make sure their clients leave with the brightest pearly whites. CAST YOUR VOTE >>
Alarm at shortage of relief teachers across Tassie
Tasmanian urban and rural schools and colleges are regularly struggling to find enough relief teachers to cover absent staff, the Australian Education Union has warned.
Deadline looms in council mayor races
There are less than three days until polls close in the local government by-elections brought on by the resignation of three mayors, but fewer than half of the ratepayers have cast a vote.
Morning Briefing: Today’s top Tassie headlines
Get what you need to know to start your day. Here’s your morning briefing of today’s top stories, overnight news, today’s weather and court lists. FULL BRIEFING >>
Decision to abandon reopening of North West 4WD ‘welcomed’
The Tasmanian Aboriginal community has cautiously welcomed the government’s decision to walk away from contentious plans to reopen 4WD tracks in the state’s North West. LATEST >>
Named and shamed: Tassie’s North West Drug Criminals
Over the years the North West of Tasmania has gained a notorious association with drug use and drug crime with countless residents found carrying, using and dealing on our streets. CRIMINALS >>
Almost half of Tassie is ‘functionally illiterate’
Only 52.8 per cent of Tasmanian men and 46.9 per cent of Tasmanian women read at a functional level. Why is this the case?
Guide Dogs Tasmania desperately seeking carers for four pups
Guide Dogs Tasmania has put a call out to dog lovers to help raise four Labrador puppies due to arrive in the state in August. HOW YOU CAN HELP >>
Cheaper to pay mortgage than rent in Tasmania
It is cheaper to pay mortgage repayments then pay rent for over 70 per cent of properties in regional Tasmania and 50 per cent of those in the capital. FIGURES >>
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 >>
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