Traffic congestion No road chaos holiday for city motorists
A WAR of words has erupted between the State Government and the Hobart City Council over traffic congestion in the CBD as school holidays provide little respite for motorists.
RHH modular units Expert speaks out on mould danger
A RESPIRATORY physician has highlighted health risks posed by mould as the fallout from Hobart’s mouldy hospital modules continues
Energy crisis Generator costs on way
TASMANIANS may soon get a running tally on the financial cost of the state’s energy crisis.
Kayak adventurer It’s over – Laurie sets it Strait
WHAT do you do to challenge yourself when you are 76 and have already crossed Bass Strait in a kayak four times — you go again.
Wilderness Tourism body welcomes plan response
THE tourism lobby has welcomed the director of National Parks and Wildlife’s response to concerns about a management plan for Tasmania’s wilderness.
Education Teacher quality key, says Hutchinson
TEACHER quality and parental engagement are bigger drivers of educational outcomes than Federal funding, says Tasmanian MP Eric Hutchinson.
TasWeekend: In Focus Total recall
A FEW simple tricks can not only improve your memory, but also enhance your ability to plan for the future
Investigation Hackett ‘out of control’ in ‘nasty’ plane row
OLYMPIC legend Grant Hackett has been questioned by Federal Police over an incident on a flight home from the Australian swimming championships this morning.
Stranding Beached whale dies despite rescue efforts
A WHALE has died on a remote North East Tasmanian beach despite the efforts of wildlife experts, police and a band of volunteers.
Talking Point Job seekers demonised by Dickensian law
GREG BARNS: Cheap headlines and callous labels fall short of reality for the unemployed.
Talking Point Job seekers demonised by Dickensian law
GREG BARNS: Cheap headlines and callous labels fall short of reality for the unemployed.
Talking Point Give more power to the people
KEN KEFFORD and RICHARD ECCLESTON: The Nation as a whole should look to adopt Tasmania’s Hare-Clark voting system.
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Headbangers Axl Rose to join AC/DC
GUNS’N’ROSES lead singer Axl Rose has been announced as the surprise replacement for Brian Johnson to head up Aussie rockers AC/DC.
Leaders Canadian PM’s genius answer
A SMART-ALEC reporter jokingly asked Justin Trudeau about quantum computing. The PM’s answer was priceless.
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Jack Hale claims silver
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How to impress a venture capitalist
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Basketball Weekend road trip a winner
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Match Centre Re-live: Dees win highlights Sunday action
MELBOURNE heaped more pressure on Collingwood coach Nathan Buckley to highlight Sunday’s action, with GWS and North also getting crucial wins.
Investigation Hackett ‘out of control’ in ‘nasty’ plane row
OLYMPIC legend Grant Hackett has been questioned by Federal Police over an incident on a flight home from the Australian swimming championships this morning.
Tarmac rally Targa victory at last for Close
A MASSIVE scare on the final day almost ended Matt Close’s bid for a maiden Targa Tasmania title, but that just made the champagne so much sweeter.
TSL round four Lauderdale makes accuracy count
IN a battle of the Bombers, it was Lauderdale’s attacking arsenal that was too accurate and powerful as it blitzed North Launceston.
Kayak adventurer It’s over – Laurie sets it Strait
WHAT do you do to challenge yourself when you are 76 and have already crossed Bass Strait in a kayak four times — you go again.
TasWeekend: In Focus Total recall
A FEW simple tricks can not only improve your memory, but also enhance your ability to plan for the future
TasWeekend: Indulge Flower Drum a distant beat
FOR decades, Melbourne’s Flower Drum was recognised as one of the best Cantonese/Chinese restaurants in Australia. Four months ago, master chef Domini Tang and BBQ chef Calvin Liu moved to Hobart and bought Written on Tea at Sandy Bay.
Investment $1b foreign funds bonanza
FOREIGN interest in Tasmanian real estate has skyrocketed with a record $1 billion worth of proposed investment.
Luxury resort revealed ‘Saffire’s sister’ plan for Port Arthur
FEDERAL Group has announced a $25 million luxury resort at Port Arthur will go ahead regardless of whether the company is granted a new monopoly poker machine licence.
Headbangers Axl Rose to join AC/DC
GUNS’N’ROSES lead singer Axl Rose has been announced as the surprise replacement for Brian Johnson to head up Aussie rockers AC/DC.
Horror film festival When you’re a Stranger
A DARK and horrifying weekend is on the horizon with the Stranger With My Face International Film Festival taking over Hobart’s Salamanca Arts Centre.
Film review The Boss gets sacked
IN the latest Melissa McCarthy movie, The Boss, something has certainly gone wrong. Not a big something, but definitely something.
Light up the Lane Bright sparks make light of hard work
YOUNG artists will have their work splashed across city laneways as part of tonight’s Light up the Lane festival.
That’ll do, pig Maestro brings Babe to la la life
COMPOSER Nigel Westlake is more used to wrangling orchestras than livestock, but that didn’t stop him and Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra tuba player Tim Jones from hamming it up.
Security breach Criminals on cameras
Hardened criminals, including convicted murderers, are using a phone smuggling racket to share selfies with the outside world.
Law change Lawyers revolt over checks
The state’s lawyers are up in arms over a new requirement that they undergo criminal record checks if they act for children.
Politics
Revelation Hospital mould photo
SERIOUS issues with mould infesting a building central to the redevelopment of the Royal Hobart Hospital were discovered six weeks ago, a damning new picture shows.
Upper House elections Legislative Council shootout hots up
LABOR’S strong support in Glenorchy will make the Legislative Council election in Elwick an interesting contest, a polling analyst says.
Opinion
Talking Point Job seekers demonised by Dickensian law
GREG BARNS: Cheap headlines and callous labels fall short of reality for the unemployed.
Talking Point Give more power to the people
KEN KEFFORD and RICHARD ECCLESTON: The Nation as a whole should look to adopt Tasmania’s Hare-Clark voting system.
Tasmania
Kayak adventurer It’s over – Laurie sets it Strait
WHAT do you do to challenge yourself when you are 76 and have already crossed Bass Strait in a kayak four times — you go again.
Traffic congestion No road chaos holiday for city motorists
A WAR of words has erupted between the State Government and the Hobart City Council over traffic congestion in the CBD as school holidays provide little respite for motorists.
National
Legal action Aussie families sue over MH17 crash
MONTHS shy of the two-year anniversary of the MH17 tragedy, seven Australian families are taking legal action against Malaysia Airlines.
Hot wheels Get a Ford Mustang V8 for $150
WANT to jump the 18-month queue to drive a new Ford Mustang? You can rent one thanks to a landmark deal between Ford Australia and Hertz.
World
Damage done Hundreds killed in Ecuador quake
ECUADOR was hit by one of its most powerful earthquakes in decades, leaving at least 233 dead, as rescue workers rush to free those trapped.
Brekkie Wrap Why woman jumped in tiger’s cage
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