Part 4
WITH no Tasmanian picked up in the AFL’s draft for the first time, we take a look back at the top 40 footballers the state has produced since World War II. CHECK OUT THE TOP 10.
Serious wounds Two stabbed in dogs’ home fight
AN attempt to free a dog locked up in a Burnie pound escalated to a violent confrontation which has left two 24-year-old men in hospital with serious stab wounds.
Man in custody Murder charge over Launceston death
A 35-YEAR-OLD Prospect man has been charged with the murder of a 56-year-old man from the Launceston suburb of Summerhill.
Lollies lopped Backlash at school candy cane ban
A PRIMARY school has banned students giving candy canes and other treats with Christmas cards this year and is putting an end to birthday treats.
EXCLUSIVE Uber hits the road in Hobart
HOBART’S transport landscape is set for a shake-up with the launch of ride-sharing service Uber tomorrow — and it’s looking for drivers keen to earn extra income.
Difficult relationships Holden knocked back for other jobs
FORMER senior bureaucrat Jane Holden offered herself for two other jobs in the Tasmanian health system in the wake of her 2014 sacking, but was considered unsuitable.
Centre cut Rural health dealt a blow
THE Kentish community has been shocked by news it will lose its federally funded health centre and patient transport bus by the end of the month.
Court appearance Man on murder charge after body found
A 51-YEAR-OLD man from East Devonport has been charged with the murder of Noel Joseph Ingham, whose body was found in scrubland near Railton.
Verdict Jury finds man guilty of blackmail
A 36-YEAR-OLD Tranmere man charged with extorting $30,000 cash from a former relative has been found guilty of blackmail by a Supreme Court jury.
Federal politics Backpacker tax passes the Senate
THE 15 per cent backpacker tax has cleared its final hurdle in an 11th hour deal, passing the Senate after the Greens agreed to support the hotly debated bill.
Winter wonder Tassie nation’s cosiest tourism destination
TASMANIA was nominated in 10 categories in the 2016 Australian Traveller People’s Choice Awards – cementing its reputation as one of the nation’s premier tourism destinations.
Talking Point Lady Luck works for the house
PAT CAPLICE: The numbers tell a disturbing story about the destructive and unfair nature of poker machines.
Talking Point Big banks fuelling pokie addiction
MICHAEL WALSH: It’s time to take concerns about the ethics of the major banks to Canberra.
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Hobart International Defending champ Cornet chasing history
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Grand Final North chief supports twilight decider
NORTH Melbourne has added its name to the growing list of clubs urging the AFL to stage a twilight Grand Final next year.
Sheffield Shield Webster’s knock shows Tigers have ticker
IT was not his prettiest or most free-flowing knock but Beau Webster’s stonewalling effort to help Tasmania escape with a Sheffield Shield draw is no doubt his gutsiest.
Silverware Seagulls, F-bombs and FFA Cup glory
MELBOURNE City has claimed its first piece of football silverware after a Tim Cahill special buried Sydney FC in a memorable FFA Cup final at AAMI Park.
The Score Hird, Lyon double act ‘too risky’ for SEN
JAMES Hird’s return from exile isn’t going to be with SEN. The station’s management decided it was “too risky” to pair him with Garry Lyon.
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Christmas cheer for public service
THOUSANDS of Tasmanian public sector workers are in line for a pre-Christmas pay rise after unions and the Government reached an agreement over wages.
Holden call made early, court told
FORMER top health bureaucrat Jane Holden was experiencing deteriorating relationships with senior staff at the time she was sacked, the Supreme Court has heard.
Salmon farmer vents Harbour anger
HUON Aquaculture says it has lost confidence in the Environment Protection Authority and the State Government’s ability to regulate fish farming at Macquarie Harbour.
State cops a kick in the face
IT was a slap in the face for a proud football state that no Tasmanian was selected in last Friday’s AFL Draft – the first time that has ever happened.
Shhh, council spend is hush, hush
REX GARDNER: Local government is meant to serve ratepayers, not keep secrets from them
Call to condemn church on abuse
A FAR-REACHING paedophile ring, involving victims and predators from Tasmania, was active within an offshoot of the Anglican Church, Royal Commission lawyers have alleged.
Row over childcare probe
THE State Government is remaining tight-lipped on a review of its arrangement with a private out-of-home care provider.
Suspended sentence for welfare fraud
“GREED rather than need” motivated a Mt Nelson woman to fraudulently claim $140,000 in welfare payments over a period of 14 years, a court has heard.
Lollies lopped Backlash at school candy cane ban
A PRIMARY school has banned students giving candy canes and other treats with Christmas cards this year and is putting an end to birthday treats.
Winter wonder Tassie nation’s cosiest tourism destination
TASMANIA was nominated in 10 categories in the 2016 Australian Traveller People’s Choice Awards – cementing its reputation as one of the nation’s premier tourism destinations.
Taste Tips to tempt fussy tots
ELAINE REEVES: A new cookbook by three mums offers strategies to help turn fussy toddlers into tiny foodies.
For sale Former theatre on the market
ORIGINALLY built as a theatre, 52 Melville Street in Hobart retains many of its grand period features.
UTas development Green light for $95m arts hub
A MAJOR Australian philanthropic organisation has chipped in additional funding for the University of Tasmania’s long-awaited creative and performing arts development.
National music prize Dark Mofo takes awards by storm
HOBART’S iconic winter festival Dark Mofo has been named best live music event in the country at the National Live Music Awards last night.
RendezView Paleo Pete Evans must be pulled into line
Pete Evans is a mediocre celebrity chef with no medical qualifications. How can Channel Seven continue to spruik him on My Kitchen Rules?
Paul and Woody He said/she said: Who has skills to pay the bills?
HIT 100.9 breakfast team Paul and Woody explore another big issue, who should pay the bill?
Keep on truckin’ Country star joins monster mayhem
HE might be best known as a multi-award winning country music star, but Adam Brand is in Hobart for one of his other not-so-well-known passions.
Movie review Billy Bob still a claus for concern
EXPECTING lightning to strike in the same spot twice was possibly a bit cynical or even greedy on the part of the studio for greenlighting Bad Santa 2.
Serious wounds Two stabbed in dogs’ home fight
AN attempt to free a dog locked up in a Burnie pound escalated to a violent confrontation which has left two 24-year-old men in hospital with serious stab wounds.
Difficult relationships Holden knocked back for other jobs
FORMER senior bureaucrat Jane Holden offered herself for two other jobs in the Tasmanian health system in the wake of her 2014 sacking, but was considered unsuitable.
Politics
New deal Coalition eyes backpacker tax victory
THE Federal Government looks set to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat with a last-minute deal on the backpacker tax.
Child protection Premier won’t rush child protection review
TASMANIA’S Premier has resisted pressure for the Government to immediately intervene over concerns about a private out-of-home care provider.
Opinion
Talking Point Lady Luck works for the house
PAT CAPLICE: The numbers tell a disturbing story about the destructive and unfair nature of poker machines.
Talking Point Big banks fuelling pokie addiction
MICHAEL WALSH: It’s time to take concerns about the ethics of the major banks to Canberra.
Tasmania
Lollies lopped Backlash at school candy cane ban
A PRIMARY school has banned students giving candy canes and other treats with Christmas cards this year and is putting an end to birthday treats.
Part 4 Tassie’s top 40 footballers: 10-1
WITH no Tasmanian picked up in the AFL’s draft for the first time, we take a look back at the top 40 footballers the state has produced since World War II. CHECK OUT THE TOP 10.
National
Tourism boom Why Australia has Korea starstruck
KOREA is beating China as Australia’s fastest growing visitor market thanks to a marketing strategy tapping into the country’s love of celebrity.
Revolving door Odds Shorten on a new Lib leader
BILL Shorten has told ABC’S 7.30 the Coalition will likely ditch Malcolm Turnbull before the next election just hours after a feel-good Christmas message to the PM.
World
Humanitarian crisis Mosul now a ‘smoke-filled hell’
WATCH: Incredible drone footage shows toxic smoke billowing from oil wells set ablaze by ISIS militants as ‘unbearable’ living conditions worsen in Mosul.
’Horrific crime’ Parents cut son off — he cut them up
WHEN Joel Michael Guy Jr learned that his parents were going to cut him off financially, he allegedly decided he would cut them up instead.
