Editor’s picks
EDITOR Matt Deighton gives readers an all-access pass to the newsroom, giving a rundown of the six biggest issues of the week.
Majority support Cable car polls strongly
A MAJORITY of Tasmanians support a cable car to kunanyi/Mt Wellington, exclusive polling reveals.
US tragedy Friends rally in wake of crash
HOBART’S James Thorp faces a long road to recovery as he also mourns the death of his wife after a crash in the US.
TasWeeekend Glass almost full
THE Glass House calls itself a bar first and a restaurant second. But it’s clear on this cold Friday evening that many punters are arriving with an expectation of a restaurant experience.
Big hearts Tassie charities in award race
FIVE Tasmanian-based charities are among those vying for this year’s Telstra Business Awards.
Coveted scholarship Hobart student scores ANU honour
HOBART’S Tom Dunbabin will join a group of some of Australia’s brightest scholars when he begins his university studies next year in Canberra.
‘Very concerned’ Hodgman fears hung parliament
PREMIER Will Hodgman says new polling showing that Tasmania is on track for another hung parliament has left him “very concerned”.
Burst main Water restored in Margate
WATER has been restored to 300 properties in Margate, south of Hobart, after a water main burst late this morning.
Draft Bill released Government moves to seize TasWater
THE State Government has released the draft legislation it will use to attempt to take over ownership of TasWater.
National Pain Week Experts focus on sufferer’s burden
SEAN Tims has lived in chronic pain for six years and firmly believes more needs to be done to help people battling against similar issues in Tasmania.
TasWeekend Fields of frozen dreams
WAKE up to a winter wonderland and make the most of magical Maydena.
Editorial The battle for Lyons
THE next state election still remains the Hodgman Government’s to lose.
TasWeekend No time for religious nonsense
CHARLES WOOLEY: Everywhere it seems the dark tide of fanaticism is rising. How ever will we stem it?
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Exclusive Qantas’ duty-free booze ban on flights
QANTAS has increased security for some flights amid fears IS jihadists could return to Australia or carry out an airborne act of terror.
Actor dead Home Alone actor dead at 72
TRIBUTES are flowing for John Heard — best known for his role in the Home Alone movies — after he died unexpectedly.
Gold medals Tassie stars shine on global stage
IT was gold as far as the eye could see for Tasmania on the world stage yesterday with para-athlete Deon Kenzie, cyclist Maddie Fasnacht and middle-distance master Stewart McSweyn claiming precious metal.
Netball Straight-shooting Arrows seal win
AYC-Friends Arrows have guaranteed themselves the minor premiership, overcoming Karana Flames 54-41 in their round 16 Tasmanian Netball League match.
NPL South not celebrating just yet
SOUTH Hobart coach Ken Morton says his side is not yet celebrating despite all but wrapping up the NPL Tasmania title with a narrow win over the Northern Rangers yesterday.
Fans survey Call for AFL to get tough on punches
AFTER a few ugly on-field incidents in the AFL this year, fans want the league to get tough on violent acts. And how often do umpires get deliberate calls right? FOOTY FANS SURVEY
Game recap Pies count the cost of massive win
A COLLINGWOOD win rated by coach Nathan Buckley as “right up there” has come at a high cost with a potentially season-ending injury to Travis Varcoe.
Intimidation Bomber bouncing Kanga ‘just good fun’
NORTH Melbourne was upset at the treatment of one of its young defenders, but the man dishing out the punishment isn’t too worried about it.
NRL Joey: ‘As cheap as they come’
ANDREW Johns fears for the future of rugby league after Canberra back-rower Iosia Soliola’s sickening high shot on Billy Slater.
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White preferred premier
LABOR Leader Rebecca White has overtaken Will Hodgman as the state’s preferred premier for the first time in exclusive new polling.
Farmer remains down to earth
BRIAN Fish has experienced difficult times as a farmer and rodeo announcer, but he’s pragmatic about setbacks.
Bee shares tales behind the sales
FOR this aspiring architect with a passion for retro furniture and homewares, the only way to stop building one collection is to start another one.
Councils set for epic meeting
SIMEON Thomas-Wilson looks at some of the key issues set to be discussed next week at what is set to be a landmark Local Government Association of Tasmania annual conference,
Wage against the machines
MANY jobs in Australia will be lost to automation over the next 20 years. The ‘job for life’ may be no more, but there will be other ways to earn a crust.
Blomeley lodges appeal over abuse rap
THE high-profile chief of staff to Tasmanian Liberal Senate Whip David Bushby has lodged an appeal against his conviction and sentence for harassing his elderly in-laws with dozens of abusive messages.
Hobart to finally get Taste report
Hobart City Council aldermen will finally get to see a report into the performance of last year’s Taste of Tasmania festival next month — six months later than expected.
Driver pleads not guilty to GBH charge
A GRANTON man has pleaded not guilty to causing grievous bodily harm to a teenager by dangerous driving.
Fighting Pie Fasolo fights out of ‘dark places’
ALEX Fasolo says he silently fought a mental health battle for years and struggled to hold conversations with friends before bravely seeking help this year.
Power Rankings AFL Rankings: No more Mr Nice Guys
THE Crows have at last produced the hard edge needed to beat the best teams and win finals, with a tough performance against Geelong. It’s pushed them to the top of Reece Homfray’s AFL power rankings.
Team ratings Super Ladder: Could Giants miss the finals?
FORGET top four, GWS needs to start worrying about staying in the eight. A Magpie puts up his hand for All-Australian and how losing Bryce Gibbs could help Carlton. How is your club placed?
PORT ADELAIDE Where to now for Port Adelaide?
THE Power were subdued by a hard-working Demons outfit at the MCG on Saturday, throwing Port Adelaide’s top-four ambitions into question.
Toby Greene is ‘out of control’
LEON Cameron needs to send Toby Greene to the NEAFL to make a statement, according to one leading AFL voice. Plus Melbourne injury news and Kevin Sheedy’s latest crazy scheme. LIVE UPDATES!
Jobs data Tassie unemployment rate remains steady
TASMANIA’S unemployment rate has remained stable in June despite a rise in the number of full-time jobs.
Big drop Steep fall for Bellamy’s shares
SHARES in infant formula maker Bellamy’s Australia Ltd have dropped 74 cents – or nearly 11 per cent – today in early trade.
Vision excites Surprise backing for Mona plan
MONA’S plan to build a $300 million five-star hotel has gained support from an unlikely quarter.
Banners erected Campaign ramps up to save sector
A HIGHLY visual campaign has been launched in Tasmania as the childcare sector tries to stop legislation passing to lower the school starting age.
Table Cape resort Extraordinary landmark set to take shape
A NEW luxury resort at Table Cape has been hailed as a game changer for the region by Waratah-Wynyard Mayor Robby Walsh.
TasWeeekend Glass almost full
THE Glass House calls itself a bar first and a restaurant second. But it’s clear on this cold Friday evening that many punters are arriving with an expectation of a restaurant experience.
TasWeekend Author discovers animal instincts
CYBORG bees, weaponised goats, weed-sniffing dogs and an army of pest-exterminating wasps are just a few of the unexpected environmental defenders Nicole Gill discovered while researching her book.
TasWeekend Fields of frozen dreams
WAKE up to a winter wonderland and make the most of magical Maydena.
Middleton Designer chic in the country
SET in a native bush setting, Cider Cottage has been expertly updated to brings its ‘60s heritage into 21st century.
Architecture Drawing on Edith’s Experience
A YOUNG firm took home two pinnacle awards at this year’s Tasmanian Architecture Awards showcase held by the Australian Institute of Architects.
Dunkirk movie review Fighting a winning battle
TIM MARTAIN: Christopher Nolan has created a true masterpiece with his latest film Dunkirk: experimental in structure, gripping storytelling, and more terrifying than most horror movies.
Frame of Mind Dance company’s diverse display
THE Sydney Dance Company has arrived in Tasmania to show off its latest mind-bending work.
Pulse Pete Murray in no hurry
SHAUN McMANUS: Six years is a long time between albums, but the wait has been worth it for Pete Murray fans.
Singing actors When good singers become bad actors
HARRY Styles and Ed Sheeran turned their hands to acting this week with efforts that divided their legions of fans, joining a chequered history of musicians hitting Hollywood before them.
Stream of abuse Game of groans for medieval fantasy fans
GAME of Thrones fans took to social media to vent their rage at being unable to watch the highly anticipated season seven premiere on Foxtel.
Suspicious posting Aboriginal artefacts sale investigated
NEARLY 40 stone items have been seized from a Hobart home after a tip-off that Aboriginal artefacts were being illegally listed for sale online.
Property seized Arson homes due for sale
TWO Hobart houses seized under Tasmania’s unexplained wealth laws, and then torched, were just about to go on the market.
Politics
Editorial The battle for Lyons
THE next state election still remains the Hodgman Government’s to lose.
Draft Bill released Government moves to seize TasWater
THE State Government has released the draft legislation it will use to attempt to take over ownership of TasWater.
Opinion
Editorial The battle for Lyons
THE next state election still remains the Hodgman Government’s to lose.
TasWeekend No time for religious nonsense
CHARLES WOOLEY: Everywhere it seems the dark tide of fanaticism is rising. How ever will we stem it?
Tasmania
Editor’s picks Six of the best stories this week
EDITOR Matt Deighton gives readers an all-access pass to the newsroom, giving a rundown of the six biggest issues of the week.
TasWeeekend Glass almost full
THE Glass House calls itself a bar first and a restaurant second. But it’s clear on this cold Friday evening that many punters are arriving with an expectation of a restaurant experience.
National
Missing teen Teen missed school bus, then vanished
THE family of a missing 13-year-old Victorian girl have told of their heartbreak and fear for her safety as the search for her enters its third day.
Legal action Couple shot at swingers party sue police
A COUPLE dressed as The Joker and Harley Quinn plan to sue police after they were shot at a swingers party in Melbourne.
World
Caught out Teen IS bride in so much trouble
“ANGRY” German schoolgirl Linda Wenzel, 16, has made some shock admissions after being caught hiding in a tunnel.
Fighting back Trump ‘still doesn’t accept Russia hack’
DONALD Trump’s new communications director says the US president still doesn’t believe that Russia interfered in the 2016 US election.
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