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Premier defies parliament's AFL stadium cost request

Calls for an updated cost estimate for Hobart's $1.13 billion waterfront stadium won't be heeded as a premier declares it could damage the bidding process.

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The hidden cost of AI: Why your town is negotiating with Amazon and Microsoft

Hobart’s tax levy is $25 million, yet it secured $200 million in commitments from Amazon — as $130 million in data centers were blocked over three months.

Fortune

Historic city proposal for return of Aboriginal land

A looming council vote could be the first step in the return of land to Aboriginal people and the creation of a long-campaigned-for cultural centre.

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Version of Australia's famed MONA destined for Bangkok

Hobart's Museum of Old and New Art has announced plans to develop MONA Bangkok on the banks of the Chao Phraya River.

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Mystery persists decades after ocean yachting tragedy

A coronial investigation into the deaths of five men who went missing while sailing from Hobart to Sydney in 1979 has released findings.

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Neil the seal is more than a viral animal. He’s become a global folk hero

I am one of Hobart’s many residents who travelled to a nearby beach to witness Neil the seal – an animal that has been receiving global attention for his wild personality and humorous antics.

The Conversation

Sudden closure of pubs and clubs 'deeply disappointing'

An urgent call-out for buyers has been launched after the owner of a host of pubs and clubs in one capital city entered voluntary administration.

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Ex-Big Bash player faces jail for child sexual abuse

A one-time fast bowler who played for the Hobart Hurricanes and Tasmanian Tigers will face sentencing after sexually abusing a 15-year-old girl.

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‘Distressingly beautiful and disorienting’: the Willem Dafoe film that only one person can see at a time

A porter escorted Nick Buckley to his seat in an empty theatre in Hobart. Loris Gréaud’s new movie, part of Dark Mofo festival, left him questioning everything

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AFL:Hipwood back as Lions brace for rebuilding Tigers

Brisbane premiership forward Eric Hipwood will reach his 200-game milestone when he makes his return in Sunday's clash with Richmond in Hobart.

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Hipwood back as Lions brace for rebuilding Tigers

Brisbane premiership forward Eric Hipwood will reach his 200-game milestone when he makes his return in Sunday's clash with Richmond in Hobart.

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AFL:Lions premiership forward to make long-awaited return

Brisbane forward Eric Hipwood will play his first game in almost a year when the Lions face Richmond in Hobart.

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Lions premiership forward to make long-awaited return

Brisbane forward Eric Hipwood will play his first game in almost a year when the Lions face Richmond in Hobart.

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Relief for workers with lifeline for ailing smelters

Smelter operator Nyrstar hasn't ruled out needing further taxpayer money after extra funds were announced to prop up two ailing facilities.

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AFL:'Hit the timelines': AFL says Devils, stadium on track

Amid renewed speculation about the cost of the new Hobart stadium, the AFL has told club presidents the southern expansion remains on track.

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'Hit the timelines': AFL says Devils, stadium on track

Amid renewed speculation about the cost of the new Hobart stadium, the AFL has told club presidents the southern expansion remains on track.

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Ship comes in for Dark Mofo through ferry collaboration

Work on winter festival Dark Mofo's project on one of two delayed Spirit of Tasmania ferries, which will include robotic dogs, is in its final stages.

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Eat, Sleep, Hike, Repeat: I Spent A Chilly Week In Tasmania & It Was The Perfect Burnout Cure

Here are the must-do hikes, bites, drinks and sights in Tasmania that'll cure your burn out and touching grass.

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Hanson and Joyce bill taxpayers for flights to private events on luxury cruise ship hosted by Rinehart

Exclusive: Parliamentary records show the One Nation MPs claimed travel expenses for fundraising events on exclusive cruise liner where mining billionaire owns an apartment

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Antarctic icebreaker refuelling solution no closer

For years, the nation's icebreaker has been forced to travel hundreds of extra kilometres to refuel because safety issues prevent it from going under a bridge.

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UpGuard's ASX 200 Cybersecurity Report: 1 in 10 ASX 200 Companies Already Infected by Dark Web Infostealers

HOBART, Australia, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- UpGuard, a leader in cybersecurity and risk management, released its annual ASX 200 Cybersecurity Report, which measures the cyber risk exposure of Australia's largest listed companies. Based on daily scanning of billions of data points, UpGuard benchmarked external security posture on a 0–950…

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From vine to brine: the ultimate culinary escape across southern Australia

Experience Melbourne’s obsessive coffee culture, just-shucked oysters in Hobart and Adelaide’s outstanding wine and produce (plus a whole lot more) on this three-city route around Australia’s great south

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'Radical' boundaries redraw to bring political carnage

As many as 10 sitting MPs could stand in a single state seat next election, with a boundary switch-up under way.

AAP

Major smelters under a cloud, government money runs out

Talks between three governments and the operator of two smelters, which produce critical minerals and employ more than 100 people, have reached a stalemate.

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From Perth To Hobart, How Australia’s Rental Crisis Is Unfolding In 2026

We break down what’s happening with rental prices and vacancies in every state with the help of Domain's Raent Report in 2026.

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