TasWeekend
TAKING a break from their hectic schedules, some of Tasmania’s busiest people reveal their well-earned plans for a festive and fun-filled Christmas Day.
Acquitted Accused Primrose arsonist not guilty
A TEENAGER has been found not guilty of arson in relation to a house fire at Primrose Sands last year.
Funny moments Best Aussie viral videos of 2016
FROM Chris Gayle’s jawdropping attempt to pick up Mel McLaughlin live on air, to a man punching a kangaroo in the face, here’s what Aussies shared in 2016.
Turn off Horror injuries prompt burner ban
AN interim ban has been slapped on portable decorative ethanol burners in Tasmania.
TasWeekend Full circle for a star
THE Kettering Incident actress Katie Robertson loves her home state, but she didn’t expect it to kickstart her career when she returned here to live three years ago.
Police blitz Encouraging signs on state’s roads
TASMANIA Police has been encouraged by a drop in traffic offences on the first day of the statewide road blitz Operation Crossroads.
Star Wars shock Movie star’s massive heart attack
STAR Wars actress Carrie Fisher is in a stable condition after going into cardiac arrest during a mid-air flight from London to LA.
Festive warmth Cracker weather forecast for weekend
GET the paddle pool and the barbecue out and make sure Santa surfs between the flags, Tasmania is in for a cracker Christmas Day before the skies open on Boxing Day.
Political Brownlow Hodgman on top in expert vote
THREE years in and the shine hasn’t come off the Premier, but he faced strong competition from two ambitious women in the Mercury’s best-performing state politician of 2016.
Claremont killings Claremont killings: Another home searched
POLICE are searching a second property that could be linked to the Claremont serial killings following the arrest of Bradley Robert Edwards.
Crackdown Booze probe at raided bikie clubhouse
TASMANIA Police will investigate possible liquor law breaches at a bikie clubhouse raided in Glenorchy.
Talking Point Propping up a failed industry
PETER HENNING: Keeping clearfell and burn practices going has drained public coffers of hundreds of millions of dollars.
Talking Point Bushfires a time of terror and heartbreak
ED SIANSKI recounts facing the devastation wrought on Tasmania by the terrible bushfires of February 1967.
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Drink up A Christmas Day wine list you can’t miss
YOUR drinks list for Christmas Day needs to cover all bases if you’re serving seafood, big birds, barbecue meats and desserts.
Court ruling Culleton turns on ‘judge Pauline’
SENATOR Rod Culleton has fired up over Pauline Hanson’s reaction to a Federal Court judge who declared him bankrupt today in dramatic scenes.
Debut Ponting: ‘We’re seeing something special here’
BIG Bash debutant D’Arcy Short had Ricky Ponting screaming to the heavens with an incredible performance against the Sydney Sixers.
Brett Geeves Mistakes Hurricanes can’t afford to make
THE Hurricanes kicked off BBL06 against the Sydney Sixers last night in an away fixture at the SCG.
Sydney to Hobart Family shares the love of yacht racing
WITH 22 Sydney-Hobarts under his belt, including a line honours victory, Tasmanian sailor Stephen “Rowdy” McCullum has plenty of moments on his highlights reel.
WBBL02 Women out to lift tempo in title chase
IF Hobart wants to be a serious contender for the WBBL crown it must iron out a few glaring deficiencies, coach Julia Price has warned.
BBL opener Broad thrives on a bit of banter
STAR paceman Stuart Broad may have left Australia as public enemy No.1 on his last visit Down Under, but the English quick had no hesitation in accepting an offer to showcase his talents in the Big Bash.
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Five of the best craft beers
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Plan to ease RHH emergency crush
SOUTHERN Tasmania will soon have paramedics on the road who can deliver extended care to patients who would otherwise be taken to hospital.
Police announce road blitz
The hardest part of being a police officer is telling family that a loved one won’t be coming home.
Family shares the love of yacht racing
WITH 22 Sydney-Hobarts under his belt, including a line honours victory, Tasmanian sailor Stephen “Rowdy” McCullum has plenty of moments on his highlights reel.
Xmas fare can be fatal for furry friends
PET owners have been warned to not share too much festive fare with their furry friends this Christmas or risk a veterinary emergency.
Teachers’ faith edict
ALL employees at four Christian schools in southern Tasmania will be required to be actively involved with a church and face being sacked if they lose their faith.
‘They are not all so lucky’
RAPTOR rescuer Craig Webb is calling for measures to better protect wild birds from powerlines after setting free yet another rehabilitated wedge-tailed eagle. WATCH THE VIDEO
‘People want to protect the ducks’
THE death of a family of ducks in Ulverstone has prompted a call for warning signs to be erected and humps installed to give them a better chance of survival.
TasWeekend Full circle for a star
THE Kettering Incident actress Katie Robertson loves her home state, but she didn’t expect it to kickstart her career when she returned here to live three years ago.
TasWeekend Big plans for a day of cheer
TAKING a break from their hectic schedules, some of Tasmania’s busiest people reveal their well-earned plans for a festive and fun-filled Christmas Day.
Festive warmth Cracker weather forecast for weekend
GET the paddle pool and the barbecue out and make sure Santa surfs between the flags, Tasmania is in for a cracker Christmas Day before the skies open on Boxing Day.
Classic ‘40s This home ticks all the boxes
A spacious family home, in an enviable position, on a huge block — what more is there to ask for?
Land and views Own a country retreat
FOR anyone who has enjoyed a daydream about owning a country retreat, in Tasmania that dream may not be so far out of reach.
Marion Bay Falls to rock with its own big bash
SUMMER in Australia just wouldn't seem right without two things: cricket and the Falls Festival.
Favourite plays Best and worst albums of 2016
THINKING of buying music for Christmas? Our music writers nominate the very best and very worst of music in 2016. Have your say.
Charity screening Lion team roars into Hobart
HOBART has rolled out the red carpet for the team behind Lion with the State Cinema hosting a sold-out charity screening of the award-winning Hollywood hit.
Life story The story behind Hollywood blockbuster Lion
HOLLYWOOD blockbuster Lion makes its long-awaited Hobart debut tonight. Among the crowd will be reporter EMMA HOPE, who takes us back to where it all began ...
Doctor dilemma Capaldi’s hint on Dr Who future
WILL he or won’t he? That is the question Doctor Who fans are asking as Peter Capaldi weighs up his future on the hit British sci-fi show.
Acquitted Accused Primrose arsonist not guilty
A TEENAGER has been found not guilty of arson in relation to a house fire at Primrose Sands last year.
Police blitz Encouraging signs on state’s roads
TASMANIA Police has been encouraged by a drop in traffic offences on the first day of the statewide road blitz Operation Crossroads.
Politics
Political Brownlow Hodgman on top in expert vote
THREE years in and the shine hasn’t come off the Premier, but he faced strong competition from two ambitious women in the Mercury’s best-performing state politician of 2016.
Paramedic move Plan to ease RHH emergency crush
SOUTHERN Tasmania will soon have paramedics on the road who can deliver extended care to patients who would otherwise be taken to hospital.
Opinion
Talking Point Propping up a failed industry
PETER HENNING: Keeping clearfell and burn practices going has drained public coffers of hundreds of millions of dollars.
Talking Point Bushfires a time of terror and heartbreak
ED SIANSKI recounts facing the devastation wrought on Tasmania by the terrible bushfires of February 1967.
Tasmania
TasWeekend Full circle for a star
THE Kettering Incident actress Katie Robertson loves her home state, but she didn’t expect it to kickstart her career when she returned here to live three years ago.
Turn off Horror injuries prompt burner ban
AN interim ban has been slapped on portable decorative ethanol burners in Tasmania.
National
Funny moments Best Aussie viral videos of 2016
FROM Chris Gayle’s jawdropping attempt to pick up Mel McLaughlin live on air, to a man punching a kangaroo in the face, here’s what Aussies shared in 2016.
Claremont killings Claremont killings: Another home searched
POLICE are searching a second property that could be linked to the Claremont serial killings following the arrest of Bradley Robert Edwards.
World
Love-in Trump releases bromance letter
THE details of a letter sent by Russian President Vladimir Putin to Donald Trump reveals the mutual admiration society they have created.
Star Wars shock Movie star’s massive heart attack
STAR Wars actress Carrie Fisher is in a stable condition after going into cardiac arrest during a mid-air flight from London to LA.
