Council Southern Tasmanian Councils Launch Biodiversity Showdown This September
Seven southern Tasmanian councils are challenging residents to record local plant, animal, and fungi species in a two-week BioBlitz.
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Weather & Marine Eastern Shore forecast: rain likely, 6–18°
Rain likely across Hobart's Eastern Shore today, with a high near 18° — plus the days ahead.
Tasmania Hobart Mother-Baby Unit Closure Raises Alarm Over Vulnerable Mums
Staff worry vulnerable mothers with complex mental health needs will be left without vital support as a new service introduces stricter eligibility criteria.
Council Battery Point Walkway Proposal Remains on Hobart Council Agenda
A long-debated public walkway around Battery Point's foreshore will proceed to further investigation, despite a recommendation for its abandonment.
Tasmania Orange-Bellied Parrot Vaccination Underway as Bird Flu Spreads Across Tasmania
Critically endangered orange-bellied parrots are now receiving vaccinations against H5 bird flu, as the virus is detected in new areas across Tasmania.
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Tasmania Uncertainty Surrounds TMAG Job Losses Amid Broader Public Sector Cuts
The Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery faces staff reductions, with the state government refuting claims of a 30 per cent workforce cut.
Weather & Marine Eastern Shore forecast: mostly dry, 7–18°
Mostly dry across Hobart's Eastern Shore today, with a high near 18° — plus the days ahead.
Council Clarence City Council Launches New Recycle Wall for Hard-to-Dispose Items
Clarence City Council has introduced a new Resource Recovery HUB, known as the Recycle Wall, at its Rosny Park chambers.
Crime & Safety Four Vehicles Impounded After North Hobart Hooning Incidents
Tasmania Police have seized two vehicles and clamped two others for 28 days following a series of hooning incidents in North Hobart on Friday afternoon.
Tasmania Tasmanian Tiger's Unique Hunting Method Revealed in Groundbreaking Study
New research from Australian universities challenges long-held beliefs about how the extinct thylacine subdued its prey.
Council Fairbrother to Build Tasmania Devils' High Performance Centre at Kingborough Sports Precinct
Fairbrother Construction has been appointed to build the Tasmania Devils' High Performance Centre, marking a major milestone for the Kingborough Sports Precinct.
Weather & Marine Eastern Shore forecast: mostly dry, 10–17°
Mostly dry across Hobart's Eastern Shore today, with a high near 17° — plus the days ahead.
Crime & SafetyPolice Investigate Suspicious Death in Huonville
Tasmania Police are investigating the suspicious death of a woman found deceased inside her Huonville home in the early hours of Sunday.
Transport P-Plater Fined After Being Caught Speeding Near Ulverstone
A 20-year-old Hellyer woman faces a fine and demerit points after being detected driving 27km/h over her provisional speed limit on the Bass Highway.
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Council Southern Tasmanian Councils Launch Biodiversity Showdown This September
Seven southern Tasmanian councils are challenging residents to record local plant, animal, and fungi species in a two-week BioBlitz.
Council Battery Point Walkway Proposal Remains on Hobart Council Agenda
A long-debated public walkway around Battery Point's foreshore will proceed to further investigation, despite a recommendation for its abandonment.
Council Clarence City Council Launches New Recycle Wall for Hard-to-Dispose Items
Clarence City Council has introduced a new Resource Recovery HUB, known as the Recycle Wall, at its Rosny Park chambers.
Community More Community →
Community Clarence Honours Community Champions at 2026 Citizen of the Year Awards
Clarence City Council has celebrated five outstanding individuals and one organisation for their significant contributions to the Eastern Shore community.
Community Tasmanian Gun Reform Debate Intensifies as Consultation Closes
Proposed changes to Tasmania's firearms legislation have sparked a heated debate, with the government citing community safety and critics alleging a "betrayal" of public interest.
CommunityVale Sam Neill, who brought his 'Brilliant Career' to Tasmania
Following the death of actor Sam Neill, Tasmanians are remembering his 2019 visit to Launceston's Breath of Fresh Air Film Festival.
Crime & Safety More Crime & Safety →
Crime & Safety Four Vehicles Impounded After North Hobart Hooning Incidents
Tasmania Police have seized two vehicles and clamped two others for 28 days following a series of hooning incidents in North Hobart on Friday afternoon.
Crime & SafetyPolice Investigate Suspicious Death in Huonville
Tasmania Police are investigating the suspicious death of a woman found deceased inside her Huonville home in the early hours of Sunday.
Crime & SafetyHuonville Man Charged with Murder Following Woman's Death
A 55-year-old Huonville man has been charged with murder after an 85-year-old woman was found deceased at a Stride Street residence this morning.
Transport More Transport →
Transport P-Plater Fined After Being Caught Speeding Near Ulverstone
A 20-year-old Hellyer woman faces a fine and demerit points after being detected driving 27km/h over her provisional speed limit on the Bass Highway.
Transport Motorbike Seized, Man Questioned After Serious Evade Incident in Prospect
Tasmania Police are considering charges after a motorbike was seized and a Summerhill man questioned following a serious evade incident in Prospect on August 15.
TransportFatal Crash Claims One Life on Huon Highway at Lower Longley
A serious two-vehicle collision on the Huon Highway at Lower Longley has tragically resulted in one fatality.
Weather & Marine More Weather & Marine →
Weather & Marine Eastern Shore forecast: rain likely, 6–18°
Rain likely across Hobart's Eastern Shore today, with a high near 18° — plus the days ahead.
Weather & Marine Eastern Shore forecast: mostly dry, 7–18°
Mostly dry across Hobart's Eastern Shore today, with a high near 18° — plus the days ahead.
Weather & Marine Eastern Shore forecast: mostly dry, 10–17°
Mostly dry across Hobart's Eastern Shore today, with a high near 17° — plus the days ahead.
Sport More Sport →
Sport Richmond Denies Mad Monday Antics Referenced Swans Scandal
Richmond Football Club has denied its players were referencing recent serious allegations during their post-season celebrations.
Sport Tasmanian Forced Adoption Redress Scheme Open for Mothers, Calls Grow for Adoptee Inclusion
Tasmania's Historical Forced Adoption Redress Scheme is now accepting applications from eligible mothers, while advocates continue to push for its expansion to include adopted individuals.
Sport AFL Round 23 Delivers Triple Treat of Matches, Including Hawthorn Blockbuster
Football fans across Tasmania are set for a massive Saturday of AFL action, with three key matches headlining Round 23.
Business More Business →
Business
Hope for Bell Bay Smelter Site Following Liquidation
The Tasmanian Government says there is third-party interest in the future of the Liberty Bell Bay manganese smelter site, days after it was placed into liquidation.
BusinessNew Rushy Lagoon Owner Confirms Forestry, Grazing and Cropping Plans
The new owner of Tasmania's largest farm, a UK-based investment manager, says it will maintain cattle grazing and potentially cropping alongside a major pine plantation.
BusinessAuthorities Seize Millions of Cigarettes and Vapes in Statewide Crackdown
The Tasmanian government has announced that nearly 5.5 million illegal cigarettes and almost 30,000 vapes were seized in the last financial year, alongside new powers to shut down offending stores.
Energy More Energy →
Tasmania More Tasmania →
Tasmania Hobart Mother-Baby Unit Closure Raises Alarm Over Vulnerable Mums
Staff worry vulnerable mothers with complex mental health needs will be left without vital support as a new service introduces stricter eligibility criteria.
Tasmania Orange-Bellied Parrot Vaccination Underway as Bird Flu Spreads Across Tasmania
Critically endangered orange-bellied parrots are now receiving vaccinations against H5 bird flu, as the virus is detected in new areas across Tasmania.
Tasmania Uncertainty Surrounds TMAG Job Losses Amid Broader Public Sector Cuts
The Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery faces staff reductions, with the state government refuting claims of a 30 per cent workforce cut.