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๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

Former National Trust boss charged with stealing $140k of goods

The former managing director of the National Trust in Tasmania has been charged with stealing over $140,000 worth of goods from the heritage organization.

Mar 23 โ€ข 07:40 UTC
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National & Local

Nurses' union claims government policy has led to patient deaths

The Tasmanian Nurses' union alleges that a government policy has resulted in patient deaths in Launceston General Hospital's emergency department due to delayed transfers from paramedics.

Mar 23 โ€ข 06:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Body found in search for 36yo man who went missing after boat capsized

A body believed to be that of a missing 36-year-old man has been found after a boating accident in Tasmania.

Mar 23 โ€ข 03:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Liberty Bell Bay enters voluntary administration after ASIC intervention

Liberty Bell Bay, the owner of a manganese smelter in Tasmania, has entered voluntary administration after intervention by the ASIC, with efforts now focused on restructuring and finding a new owner.

Mar 23 โ€ข 02:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Teacher strikes to go ahead in Tasmania, despite deal 'getting closer'

Public school teachers in Tasmania will strike this week, causing school closures across the state after rejecting the latest pay offer from the government.

Mar 22 โ€ข 23:44 UTC
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National & Local

Cattle ships have an hour to navigate this channel or run aground

A shipping owner is advocating for a new deep-water channel at Bridport to prevent cattle ships from running aground due to shallow waters.

Mar 22 โ€ข 18:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Search underway for four people off Tasmania's north-west coast

A search operation has commenced for four individuals whose fishing vessel has gone missing off the north-west coast of Tasmania.

Mar 22 โ€ข 01:11 UTC
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National & Local

Search underway for missing man after three rescued at sea

Search efforts are ongoing for a missing adult after three individuals were rescued from the waters of Tasmania's north-west coast following a fishing boat incident.

Mar 22 โ€ข 01:11 UTC
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National & Local

Tasmania Devils fans get first taste of victory at VFL clash with Coburg

The Tasmania Devils achieved a 17-point victory over Coburg in their first VFL game in 18 years, celebrated by a crowd of 11,000 at North Hobart Oval.

Mar 21 โ€ข 21:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Guardian Australia
National & Local

Tasmania's Mount Arthur: a place awash with the true sort of quiet that soaks into your skin

The article reflects on the author's transformation from an urban-centric perspective to embracing the tranquility and beauty of nature, specifically at Mount Arthur in Tasmania.

Mar 21 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
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Sports

Live: Richmond face Hardwick reunion, as Tassie makes VFL history

Richmond reunites with its former coach as they face Gold Coast, while Tasmania marks its historical entry into the VFL.

Mar 21 โ€ข 01:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Live possum discovered hiding among plush toys in an Australian airport gift shop

A live brushtail possum was found hiding among plush toys in a gift shop at Hobart Airport, Tasmania, prompting a humorous response from airport staff.

Mar 21 โ€ข 01:48 UTC
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National & Local

It's not as exciting as a royal visit, but something else happened in Tassie this week

Tasmania has taken steps towards enhancing government transparency through the formation of a new parliamentary group focused on public integrity.

Mar 20 โ€ข 21:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Quarter of police family violence orders issued against women in Tasmania

Tasmania Police have issued a significant number of family violence orders against women, raising concerns about potential misidentification of victims and aggressors.

Mar 20 โ€ข 21:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

New rules for pets now in effect for Tasmanian renters

New legislation in Tasmania aims to make it easier for renters with pets to secure housing by limiting the grounds on which landlords can refuse pet requests.

Mar 20 โ€ข 03:46 UTC
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National & Local

'That's not very lady-like': Teen adds to family's wood-chopping legacy

A teenager named Kallie is breaking gender stereotypes by becoming the first female in her family to compete in woodchopping, a sport dominated by men, as participation among women in the sport increases.

Mar 19 โ€ข 18:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

LOOK โŸฉ Did a toy start moving on the shelf? A strange discovery was made in the airport gift shop

An opossum was discovered sitting among plush toys in the gift shop of Hobart Airport in Tasmania on Wednesday, March 18.

Mar 19 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Opossum found 'disguised' among stuffed animals in Australia

An opossum was discovered at Hobart Airport in Tasmania, Australia, hiding among stuffed animals in a convenience store.

Mar 19 โ€ข 16:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Airport in Tasmania: Possum Hides in Souvenir Shop Among Stuffed Animals

A live possum was discovered hiding among plush souvenirs at a souvenir shop in Hobart Airport, Tasmania.

Mar 19 โ€ข 13:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Possum found nestled in with plush toys at airport gift shop in Tasmania

A brushtail possum was discovered among plush toys in a Hobart airport gift shop, delighting passengers and staff.

Mar 19 โ€ข 04:22 UTC
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National & Local

Homecoming Queen Mary set to thrill Tasmanians

Danish royals King Frederik and Queen Mary are visiting Tasmania, with plans for a public meet-and-greet in Hobart as part of their official tour of Australia.

Mar 18 โ€ข 21:34 UTC
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National & Local

Transparency motions pass parliament without government support

Tasmania's parliament has passed transparency motions without support from the minority government, increasing pressure on it to release cabinet documents sooner.

Mar 18 โ€ข 18:40 UTC
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National & Local

Daily heart surgeries cut back to twice a week due to strikes

Heart surgeries in Tasmania have been significantly reduced due to ongoing strikes by clinical perfusionists, impacting patient care.

Mar 18 โ€ข 18:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Body found after boating mishap in Tasmania's south-east

A body was recovered following a boating accident near Marion Bay, Tasmania, where a recreational boat capsized.

Mar 18 โ€ข 04:47 UTC
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National & Local

The traditional granny flat is changing, and Tasmania is leading the way

Tasmania plans to increase the permissible size of granny flats to improve housing affordability and facilitate multi-generational living.

Mar 18 โ€ข 03:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Report finds 'significant and sustained shift' in support for salmon industry

A recent report indicates a sharp decline in community support for the Tasmanian salmon farming industry, according to a CSIRO survey.

Mar 17 โ€ข 19:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Tasmanian government responds to scathing transparency review

The Tasmanian government, led by Premier Jeremy Rockliff, plans to release cabinet documents after 20 years, responding to a critical review of the state's transparency laws.

Mar 17 โ€ข 02:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Man's body found after search on Hobart's waterfront

A man's body was discovered on Hobart's waterfront after a search following reports of him falling overboard from a docked vessel.

Mar 16 โ€ข 22:26 UTC
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National & Local

Duck hunters blame protesters for burning shooting shelters

Tasmanian duck hunters allege that protesters are responsible for arson attacks on their shooting shelters at Moulting Lagoon, a key hunting area.

Mar 16 โ€ข 18:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

'A confronting case': Woman pleads guilty to 21 animal cruelty charges

A Tasmanian woman, Karen Maree Blake, has pleaded guilty to 21 charges of animal cruelty involving over 70 animals found in deplorable conditions.

Mar 16 โ€ข 03:56 UTC
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National & Local

Tasmanians to get chance to meet Queen Mary, King Frederik on Thursday

Tasmanians will have the opportunity to meet Danish King Frederik and Queen Mary during the couple's official visit to Australia, concluding in Hobart.

Mar 16 โ€ข 02:49 UTC
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National & Local

Police commissioner's plea no match for political realities

Tasmania's Police Commissioner Donna Adams is advocating for stricter limits on gun ownership in light of public safety concerns, but her plea is overshadowed by the government's focus on other reforms.

Mar 15 โ€ข 20:47 UTC
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National & Local

Tasmanian government went against advice from police chief on gun limits

The Tasmanian government has rejected the Police Commissioner's call for limits on firearm ownership, despite recent calls for stricter gun laws in light of past tragedies.

Mar 15 โ€ข 00:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Message in a bottle leads to 25-year intercontinental friendship

A message in a bottle discovered on a Tasmanian beach has sparked a 25-year friendship between two individuals from different continents, culminating in their first in-person meeting.

Mar 14 โ€ข 21:26 UTC
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National & Local

Once Choked in Weeds, Locals Celebrate 'Mud Coming Back' to Wetland

Tasmanian locals celebrate the recovery of their wetlands as invasive rice grass is nearly eradicated, allowing native vegetation and fish species to thrive again.

Mar 13 โ€ข 21:15 UTC
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National & Local

Court hears teacher preyed on 'unworldly, naive' Hobart school student

The Supreme Court in Hobart is hearing a case where a former student accuses a teacher of sexual abuse in the 1980s, with closing arguments presented and a decision pending.

Mar 12 โ€ข 21:03 UTC
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National & Local

Race on to find smelter buyer as job losses loom

Stakeholders are urgently seeking a buyer for the Liberty Bell Bay manganese smelter as court proceedings could lead to significant job losses.

Mar 12 โ€ข 18:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Major Tasmanian food company goes into voluntary administration

TasFoods, a prominent Tasmanian food company, has gone into voluntary administration due to ongoing financial struggles exacerbated by an oversupply of chicken meat.

Mar 12 โ€ข 05:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
Sports

Captain Patterson guides NSW to One Day Cup win in rain-hit final

NSW triumphed over Tasmania by four wickets to claim the One Day Cup in a rain-affected final.

Mar 11 โ€ข 22:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

TasTAFE to review courses in bid to find $45m in savings

TasTAFE is set to review its courses as it seeks to achieve $45 million in savings amid financial challenges following the removal of government subsidies for some programs.

Mar 11 โ€ข 21:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

'Continuous rumbling': Huge quarry expansion green-lit despite local concerns

A quarry in Tasmania has received approval to significantly expand its production despite concerns from local residents over noise and traffic issues.

Mar 11 โ€ข 18:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Chance find reunites former cop with the protester he arrested

A former Tasmanian police officer reconnects with a protester he arrested during the significant Franklin River blockade four decades ago.

Mar 11 โ€ข 07:52 UTC
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National & Local

The Devils won't play AFL at Macquarie Point before 2031. Are we surprised?

The Tasmania Devils will not play AFL at the new Macquarie Point stadium before 2031, pushing back expectations for their home games.

Mar 11 โ€ข 06:28 UTC
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National & Local

Hobart stadium not expected to be ready for AFL Devils games until 2031

Hobart's new stadium is projected to be completed in time for the 2031 AFL season, pushing back expectations for the Tasmania Devils' debut.

Mar 10 โ€ข 07:12 UTC
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National & Local

Calls for wild deer to be labelled a pest as population grows

Farmers and community groups in Tasmania are urging the government to classify wild deer as pests due to their rapidly increasing population and the resulting agricultural impacts.

Mar 9 โ€ข 18:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

A Bird Set a World Record for a 13,560 KM Flight

A bar-tailed godwit has set a world record by flying non-stop from Alaska to Tasmania over a distance of 13,560 km.

Mar 9 โ€ข 05:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

'Good character' references for serious offenders to be scrapped in Tasmania

Tasmania plans to ban 'good character' references as a factor in sentencing for serious offenders, according to Attorney-General Guy Barnett.

Mar 9 โ€ข 01:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

It took one email from the ABC to get action on Sharryn's housing 'mess'

Sharryn Johns, a public housing tenant in Tasmania, has struggled for over two years to access her backyard due to an improperly designed ramp, but action was prompted after inquiries from ABC News.

Mar 8 โ€ข 18:19 UTC
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National & Local

Second Spirit of Tasmania ferry departs Scotland for Melbourne

The second new Spirit of Tasmania ferry has commenced its journey from Scotland to Australia, with scheduled sailings to begin in October.

Mar 7 โ€ข 23:44 UTC
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National & Local

Tasmania's largest farm could be sold to UK forestry investors

There is an impending decision regarding the sale of Tasmania's largest farm, Rushy Lagoon, to a British forestry investment firm.

Mar 6 โ€ข 21:35 UTC

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