She was pipped by less than two seconds, but up and coming cycling star Felicity Wilson-Haffenden was one of two Tasmanians to grace the podium on the opening day of the Road Nationals. Stay up to date here.
The Devonport Cup has been run and won with a huge day of action. Catch up on all the big moments from throughout the day including our photo gallery.
A Tasmanian football competition has hit out at player and club official behaviour after seeing a “significant number” of defamatory and derogatory social posts last season.
A history making cricket coach making a huge call on his future and the Tassie sporting association set for a 12-year first. It’s all in The Mercury’s Sport Shorts.
On Friday night Alex Vincent was enjoying a pub meal in Sydney with Beau Webster after watching his Kingborough teammate make his Test debut. But it was his turn to be the hero 24 hours later after taking nine wickets against Glenorchy. Read his reaction here.
Elise Mertens won her first WTA title in Hobart, and young Aussie Maya Joint enjoyed her career breakthrough at Burnie. Read why both are primed to continue their Tassie love affair at next week’s Hobart International.
A JackJumpers assistant coach reckons it’s no fluke Sean Macdonald’s injury return almost coincided with the start of their hot streak. Get the latest before Sunday’s home clash with the Phoenix.
An Aussie woman has created history not once but twice, on a penny farthing.
Tasmania’s former Test captain Tim Paine has backed Beau Webster to seize his Test opportunity, adamant he’s got his chance while at the top of his game. Read what the Adelaide Strikers coach had to say before Sunday’s clash with the Hurricanes.
Hobart’s junior world champion Felicity Wilson-Haffenden is targeting becoming the next Tasmanian to enjoy future success on the road and track as she prepares for Road Nationals and the Tour Down Under.
The proud parents of Australian Test debutant Beau Webster made a mad dash to Sydney on Thursday night, intent on being on the SCG turf to see their son handed his baggy green.
Tasmania will compete at the Australian Country Cricket Championships for the first time from Friday, with coach Harry Nichols confident of success. Here’s why.
When Beau Webster makes his Test debut for Australia on Friday, the loveable larrikin from a small Tasmanian town is set to have the backing of an entire state. Here’s why those closest to him aren’t shocked by his selection.
Logan James backed up his Hobart Bikes and Spikes win with another triumph in the Burnie Gift. Get all the main results and highlights from this year’s TasCarnivals action here.
We’re at the halfway point of the Cricket North season and we’ve broken down the numbers to see where every player compares against one another. See where you come in.
After a false start, Lizanne Wilmot finally has her penny farthing world record — but celebrations were only short lived with her eyes shifting to a new prize.
It has been another massive year for sport in Tasmania and we’ve selected the best athletes, teams and clubs of the year, those who have raised the bar for excellence. See our selections here.
Fresh off two straight wins, the Hobart Hurricanes are hoping to bolster their line-up with a major return on New Year’s Day.
We’re at the halfway point of the Cricket Tasmania Premier League season and we’ve broken down the numbers to see where every player compares against one another. See where you come in.
The two sailors who died during the Sydney to Hobart were honoured by Launceston to Hobart crews on Friday, as the race was delayed due to challenging conditions. Read the latest here.
She’s well known for her bodacious booty and powerful frame but this Sydney to Hobart glamour girl has been kept on a strict diet for the 79th race south for good reason.
It could be the most schizophrenic yacht in the Sydney to Hobart with this dark horse for a major win starting life as different boat with a different name and even a different length.
The JackJumpers added to their great record on Melbourne United’s court on Monday, prompting a lighthearted dig from a Tassie star. Read how the Jackies won the latest edition of the rivalry.
What was dubbed an ‘experiment’ to move Mitch Owen to the top of the order for the Hurricanes has already proven successful after a maiden century. The 23-year-old reveals why he jumped at the chance.
One of the Hobart International’s stalwarts and a former winner will grace the tournament again next month after accepting a wildcard.
They are the odd bod group of yachts that could well win the Sydney to Hobart including one named after a party loving Roman god and another after a waste management company.
Tasmania AFLW draftee Sophie Strong thought her dream was over after injury wiped out her season. But switching from gymnastics to footy has paid off after the young gun vaulted onto Essendon’s list. Read Strong’s reaction here.
Two flag-winning stars are off to mainland leagues, but North Launceston expects most of their premiership core to remain and lead them into a new era.
A desire to push his boundaries as a player compelled North Launceston premiership star Blade Sulzberger to become the latest Bomber to join a mainland state league team.
Motorcycle racing in Australia is still in doubt for next year but there could be hope after national and state bodies met to determine a new constitution. Here is what we know.
While he may have battled a host of injuries across the past few seasons, a Hobart Hurricanes fast bowler is confident he can play a role this summer. Here’s why.
A Tasmania Devils talent’s AFLW dreams have come true after she was picked up in Monday’s Draft. See the details here.
Multiple Melbourne Cup winner Mark Zahra and leading female hoop Jamie Kah are among a big-name jockey quartet set to race in Tasmania’s two biggest race days. Read who will be saddling up here.
Despite his AFL dream coming to an end after just two seasons, Tom McCallum is choosing to focus on the positives after signing with a SANFL powerhouse for next season.
Ian Hummer has been introduced as a member of the Tasmania JackJumpers for the first time and he might just emerge as a fan favourite in a short time. Here’s why.
While he admits missing Tasmania’s start to the Sheffield Shield season came with ‘a mix of emotions’, a reflective Tim Ward admits he can now look back with a positive mindset. Here’s why.
Sam Clifford continues to enhance his reputation with another strong result at the Zatopek 10, while Jacob Despard also enjoyed success in the sprint events.
He dominated the TSL, and Harvey Griffiths wants to use his SANFL stint to continue chasing his AFL dream.
One of two BBL franchises yet to hold silverware, Hobart Hurricanes captain Nathan Ellis is confident they can be genuine contenders this summer. Here’s why.
The Melbourne Mavericks are intent on building their footprint in Tasmania, including giving more pathways for local talent, as they look to build their fan base during their pre-season visit.
A number of records were shattered at the Tasmanian High Schools State Athletics Carnival at Launceston on Thursday. See who set new benchmarks here.
He’s won world championship and Paralympic medals, but helping set the standard for athletes with cerebral palsy is a legacy retiring Tasmanian Deon Kenzie is most proud of.
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