Tasmania Introduces New Booking System for Popular National Park Campsites
Around 30 campsites across 10 Tasmanian national parks and conservation areas will move to a new online booking system from 3 November.
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Cyclist Seriously Injured in Crash Near Hobart
A man in his 60s is in critical condition after a white Mazda collided with his bicycle outside Cambridge Airport near Hobart.
At Least 80 Tasmanian Public Service Jobs Face Abolition
At least 80 positions have been identified for abolition as Tasmania restructures parts of its public service and works toward a broader reduction in go...
15,000 Kingfish Arrive in Tasmania for Bass Strait Aquaculture Trial
Fifteen thousand juvenile yellowtail kingfish have arrived in Tasmania from Western Australia as part of a three-year research project testing offshore...
Tasmania Identifies Sites for New Aged Care Facilities Including Hobart Region
The Tasmanian Government has identified potential sites for new aged care facilities, including locations at Taroona, Bellerive and Rokeby.
Tasmania Braces for Cold Front as Snow Could Fall to 400 Metres
A major cold change is expected to bring showers, possible hail and snow to low elevations, with Hobart temperatures forecast to fall sharply.
Royal Hobart Hospital Emergency Department Wait Times Under Scrutiny
New figures have renewed concerns about emergency department delays at Royal Hobart Hospital, with the health system facing questions over patient waiti...
Hobart-Built Electric Ship Completes Major Journey to South America
The world’s largest battery-electric ship, built in Hobart, has arrived in South America after travelling thousands of kilometres across the ocean.
Tasmania Labor Vows to Keep Pushing for Gun Ownership Caps
Proposed limits on firearm numbers were rejected in the lower house, but Labor says it will pursue the changes in the upper house
Charles Wooley Announces Bid for Hobart Lord Mayor
Veteran journalist enters the October election race, promising a less partisan approach to housing, transport, tourism and the Macquarie Point stadium.
Spotlight Employee Injured in Alleged Glenorchy Stabbing
A retail worker was treated for a small knife wound after allegedly being assaulted when he confronted two men at a Spotlight store in Glenorchy.
Woman Killed in Head-On Crash at Old Beach
One woman has died and two people are critically injured after a head-on collision on the East Derwent Highway at Old Beach, north of Hobart.
Hobart Chef Christian Ryan Wins Australia’s Chef of the Year
The Hobart chef, who has spent 22 years working in professional kitchens, has been named Australia’s Chef of the Year.
Tasmania Devils Keep VFL Finals Hopes Alive With Win Over Werribee
The Tasmania Devils defeated second-placed Werribee 98–86 at North Hobart Oval, keeping their push for the VFL finals alive.
Man Found Dead in Hobart’s Franklin Square, Police Investigation Underway
Police are investigating after a man was found deceased in Franklin Square, with the death currently being treated as non-suspicious.
Hobart Community Campaign Builds Support for Macquarie Point Stadium Project
Local hospitality supporters launch initiative to promote future stadium development
World’s largest electric ship begins journey from Hobart after major loading operation
Hobart-based shipbuilder Incat has completed the loading of its giant battery-electric vessel Hull 096 onto a heavy-lift ship, marking a major milestone...
Tasmanian Government Announces Major Housing Package to Boost Affordable Homes in Hobart
The Tasmanian Government has announced a new housing initiative aimed at increasing the supply of social and affordable homes across Greater Hobart, as demand for housing contin...
Hobart deputy lord mayor Zelinda Sherlock faces renewed pressure over ‘Snackgate’ saga
A political dispute over council-provided snacks and drinks has escalated, with calls for further investigation into Hobart Deputy Lord Mayor Zelinda Sh...
Work begins on Hobart’s Macquarie Point AFL stadium project
Preparatory works have started at Macquarie Point in Hobart, marking a major milestone for Tasmania’s new AFL stadium planned as the future home of the...