Does the damning planning report mean the end for Hobart’s Macquarie Point stadium?
It’s a town-planning exercise of immense complexity. A roofed stadium at the intersection of Hobart’s only major arterial…
Macquarie Point stadium report recommends project not proceed, as Tasmanian Planning Commission flags concerns
The proposed Macquarie Point AFL stadium in Hobart should not proceed, a long-awaited assessment from the Tasmanian Planning…
Pathological Demand Avoidance, a little-known profile of autism affecting kids and adults
When 11-year-old Milly and her mum Jenny arrived at the school principal’s office, Jenny’s heart sank. There were…
Tasmanian caravan park won’t let terminally ill resident sell home to fund treatment
For about 14 years, Roslyn Grima has lived in her own little home in a seaside caravan park…
Who is Josh Willie, new leader of Tasmanian Labor, tasked with trying to engineer a comeback?
Joshua Barton Willie, a 41-year-old former primary school teacher, is the new leader of Tasmanian Labor. Mr Willie,…
Josh Willie replaces Dean Winter as Tasmanian Labor leader after election loss
Josh Willie is the new Tasmanian Labor leader, replacing Dean Winter. In a statement on Wednesday afternoon, Opposition…
Crime Stoppers warn of risk of vigilante reaction, other concerns on crimes posted to social media
Social media is littered with posts about crime. Facebook even has dedicated community-led groups for sharing information to…
Former Labor leader-turned-independent MP David O’Byrne to provide support to minority Liberals ahead of crucial vote
Former Tasmanian Labor-leader-turned-independent MP David O’Byrne has thrown his support behind Premier Jeremy Rockliff in a move that…
Tasmanian Labor fails to secure Greens support for no-confidence motion
Labor and Dean Winter’s bid for Tasmania’s government appears to have failed, with the Greens announcing they will…
Crossbenchers wield their influence in Tasmania’s new political order
Crossbenchers who could decide the fate of Tasmania’s minority government have given mixed responses to new commitments by…
Independent MLC Ruth Forrest would be treasurer in Tasmanian Labor government, Winter says
Tasmanian Labor will appoint independent upper house member Ruth Forrest as treasurer — if the party is able…
Hobart City councillor proposes moving Acknowledgement of Country from official proceedings
A Hobart City councillor is calling for Aboriginal acknowledgements at official events to take place before proceedings begin,…