Dark Mofo
VIDEOS, INTERACTIVE: IT’S never easy getting up early in the dark winter months, but Dark Mofo’s traffic-stopping audio centrepiece is a good reason to rise with the sun.
‘Getting balance right’ Mercury Passage fish farming ban
PRIMARY Industries Minister Jeremy Rockliff has banned fish farming beyond Okehampton Bay, where Tassal has a licence to grow salmon.
Budget estimates Ferguson under fire over answers
AN Upper House MP has labelled Health Minister Michael Ferguson’s lack of detailed answers to questions on notice an insult and disgrace during a budget estimates hearing this morning.
Security push Bring back the feds
THE Prime Minister must use the COAG meeting in Hobart tomorrow to justify or reverse the controversial decision to pull Australian Federal Police officers from Hobart International Airport, Labor says.
Car graveyard clean-up ‘The worst example of dumping I have seen’
AN automotive graveyard on Hobart’s Eastern Shore where stolen and clapped-out cars have been dumped en masse is finally being cleaned up.
Weapons, cigs and phones More contraband found at Risdon
THE amount of contraband intercepted at Risdon Prison continues to rise, with the Government citing a concerted effort to detect items such as phones, weapons and drugs.
Suspended council Glenorchy report delay
Glenorchy aldermen and staff have been given more time to respond to the board of inquiry report — despite the deadline passing last week.
Candlelight memorial Community’s tribute to tattoo artist
FRIENDS of suspected murder victim Dwayne “Doc” Davies are organising a candlelight memorial so grieving communities can farewell the well-known Hobart tattoo artist.
Infrastructure Space for more wind farms in Tassie
TASMANIA has the capacity to support two or three more wind farms before it needs to invest in its electricity transmission infrastructure, energy analysts say.
International visitors Tassie tourism reaches new peaks
More international tourists than the population of Hobart - the city’s popularity continues to rise.
Push for testing Asbestos concern remains for resident
THE HCC and an asbestos consultant will meet with a concerned Mt Stuart resident after legal action was launched against a property owner who conducted unauthorised demolition works in the area.
Talking Point Predators who feed on loneliness
LUCY O’FLAHERTY: If we are to be serious about protecting our elders, we need to know what eldery abuse looks like — and what we can do to help.
Talking Point Sooner councils out of TasWater the better
MERVIN C. REED: Tasmanian councils should forget about the tethered goat that is TasWater and get on with business.
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City swept up in Mofo mania
VIDEOS, INTERACTIVE: A FIERY festival designed to coax Tasmanians out of their mid-year slumber has exploded into a juggernaut, with flights and accommodation almost booked out.
Pressure on Petrusma over RTI requests
HUMAN Services Minister Jacquie Petrusma has faced a barrage of questions over her office’s involvement in right-to-information requests while fronting a Budget estimates committee hearing.
Fresh milk price blow for dairy farmers
TASMANIA’S Murray Goulburn milk suppliers have been dealt another blow after the company announced a low season opening price, leaving many dairy farmers shocked and disappointed.
Salmon producers face off in court
Huon Aquaculture to take Tassal to court over Macquarie Harbour breach.
Murder convictions ‘unsafe’, court told
GUILTY verdicts in the 2015 murder trial of Marco Daniel Rusterholz were unsafe and unsatisfactory, a defence lawyer has told the Court of Criminal Appeal.
Legal action starts over house demolition
HOBART City Council has begun legal proceedings against the owner of a Mt Stuart property after unauthorised demolition was carried out earlier this year.
Locum bill tipped to surpass $27m
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Wind farm to boost state’s green power
TASMANIA is taking steps to become the nation’s green power battery with a massive wind farm project in the Central Highlands given a green light.
Vote, have your say Is Schache the right fit for your club?
BRISBANE forward Josh Schache is still considering his future and rivals are lining up for his services. If he decides to return to Victoria, which clubs would be a suitable fit?
‘English or Libba? It’s a no-brainer’
AFL DAILY: Tim Watson and Garry Lyon question Luke Beveridge’s Tom Liberatore snub while co-captain Jack Viney has a tongue-in-cheek swipe at his own teammates.
Sledging season Good omen? Daisy’s classic comeback
GEELONG tagger Scott Selwood looked to have settled an old sledging score with Dale Thomas. The Carlton star has responded in kind.
Port Adelaide Defence the key to Port’s success — Hinkley
PORT Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley says the club is reaping the rewards of having a fully fit and cohesive defensive unit.
Round 12 team Swans send battling Tippett to reserves
JOHN Longmire’s patience with the man dubbed the most overpaid player in the AFL has run out with the Swans dropping Kurt Tippett for the first time.
‘Getting balance right’ Mercury Passage fish farming ban
PRIMARY Industries Minister Jeremy Rockliff has banned fish farming beyond Okehampton Bay, where Tassal has a licence to grow salmon.
International visitors Tassie tourism reaches new peaks
More international tourists than the population of Hobart - the city’s popularity continues to rise.
Infrastructure Space for more wind farms in Tassie
TASMANIA has the capacity to support two or three more wind farms before it needs to invest in its electricity transmission infrastructure, energy analysts say.
Winter festival City swept up in Mofo mania
VIDEOS, INTERACTIVE: A FIERY festival designed to coax Tasmanians out of their mid-year slumber has exploded into a juggernaut, with flights and accommodation almost booked out.
Low price Fresh milk price blow for dairy farmers
TASMANIA’S Murray Goulburn milk suppliers have been dealt another blow after the company announced a low season opening price, leaving many dairy farmers shocked and disappointed.
Taste Be patient with your nutrition
ELAINE REEVES: One young chef has come to the kitchen aid of those who need to keep up their strength through extended medical treatment.
Opening date Excitement builds for Agrarian eatery
THE highly-anticipated Agrarian Kitchen Eatery and Store at Willow Court finally has an opening date — June 17.
Melanoma mission Steele shows her mettle
THE month of August will mark 10 years since schoolteacher Anne Steele became the first Tasmanian to swim the English Channel. Now she’s set herself another challenge ...
Real estate Tassie homes still in high demand
TASMANIA has maintained its position at the top of the table when it comes to demand for homes, figures from digital property advertising company REA Group show.
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Dark Mofo Siren Song ready to wake the city
VIDEOS, INTERACTIVE: IT’S never easy getting up early in the dark winter months, but Dark Mofo’s traffic-stopping audio centrepiece is a good reason to rise with the sun.
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AUSTRALIAN U2 fans are furious the band have extended their Joshua Tree 30th anniversary tour — without adding a leg Down Under.
Winter festival City swept up in Mofo mania
VIDEOS, INTERACTIVE: A FIERY festival designed to coax Tasmanians out of their mid-year slumber has exploded into a juggernaut, with flights and accommodation almost booked out.
TasWeekend State of art
THIS year’s Dark Mofo winter festival boasts an assortment of experiences that range from conventional to downright odd, challenging the public to broaden their horizons once again.
Weapons, cigs and phones More contraband found at Risdon
THE amount of contraband intercepted at Risdon Prison continues to rise, with the Government citing a concerted effort to detect items such as phones, weapons and drugs.
Deliberations Rape appeal focuses on judge’s comments
A JUDGE’S final directions to a jury — which subsequently found a man guilty of rape — resulted in a miscarriage of justice, the Court of Criminal Appeal has been told.
Politics
Budget estimates Ferguson under fire over answers
AN Upper House MP has labelled Health Minister Michael Ferguson’s lack of detailed answers to questions on notice an insult and disgrace during a budget estimates hearing this morning.
‘Getting balance right’ Mercury Passage fish farming ban
PRIMARY Industries Minister Jeremy Rockliff has banned fish farming beyond Okehampton Bay, where Tassal has a licence to grow salmon.
Opinion
Talking Point Predators who feed on loneliness
LUCY O’FLAHERTY: If we are to be serious about protecting our elders, we need to know what eldery abuse looks like — and what we can do to help.
Talking Point Sooner councils out of TasWater the better
MERVIN C. REED: Tasmanian councils should forget about the tethered goat that is TasWater and get on with business.
Tasmania
Budget estimates Ferguson under fire over answers
AN Upper House MP has labelled Health Minister Michael Ferguson’s lack of detailed answers to questions on notice an insult and disgrace during a budget estimates hearing this morning.
‘Getting balance right’ Mercury Passage fish farming ban
PRIMARY Industries Minister Jeremy Rockliff has banned fish farming beyond Okehampton Bay, where Tassal has a licence to grow salmon.
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