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Fifty not out, May set fair for Sydney to Hobart

Having hoisted his sail for every Sydney to Hobart yacht race since 1973, Lindsay May will on Boxing Day become the first person to reach the 50-race milestone.

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Sydney to Hobart fleet at sea with long-range forecast

It's almost unheard of that the Sydney to Hobart's long-range weather forecast is as inconclusive as 2023's, veteran navigator Adrienne Cahalan says.

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Sydney-Hobart contender's $250k dash to starting line

A mechanical mishap forced LawConnect's owner Christian Beck to fork out a cool $250,000 and call on some friends in high places ahead of the Sydney to Hobart.

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Man admits Christmas Day murder of woman at home

A man has pleaded guilty to the Christmas Day stabbing murder of a 52-year-old mother at a home in Hobart.

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Beyond Dark Mofo: Tasmania’s incredible 2024 festival lineup

Tasmania’s famous Dark Mofo festival may be on pause, but 2024 is still packed with unique and immersive festivals

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Renewed call for stadium's GST exemption

Tasmania's treasurer has doubled down on his calls for the federal government to provide a GST exemption for Hobart stadium funding.

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Four uncapped sailors with a shot at Hobart history

Four uncapped sailors have the chance to become part of sporting history when they join LawConnect's crew for the Sydney to Hobart yacht race.

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LawConnect skipper lauds win in last race before Hobart

Christian Beck's 100ft supermaxi LawConnect has won line honours at the Big Boat Challenge, while URM Group claimed victory on handicap.

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Epic wilderness adventures: Lincoln Quilliam’s guide to Tasmania’s wild side

Ultramarathon runner Lincoln Quilliam shares the bliss of running Tasmania’s diverse trails – and recommends the best spots for everyone from beginners to lifelong adventurers

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Man accused of murdering baby boy faces court

A 25-year-old man is facing an upgraded charge of murder after the death of a 10-month-old boy in Hobart.

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Hobart man traded Aboriginal human remains for acclaim

A Hobart solicitor was able to build his scientific reputation by trading the remains of Tasmanian Aboriginal people, a Cambridge study reveals.

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Plenty of challengers for Syd-Hob's overall champion

Sam Haynes' Celestial is vying for back-to-back Sydney to Hobart race overall handicap victories but a fleet of 119 other yachts stands in her way.

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Oli the cat to join Bob Williams in Sydney to Hobart

Bob Williams' congenial kitty Oli will join him aboard Sylph VI for this year's Sydney to Hobart.

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Not all smooth sailing as Comanche gears up for Hobart

Sydney to Hobart heavyweight Andoo Comanche is a monohull of unmatched power but as her crew has found out, her greatest strength can be her greatest weakness.

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Matthews stars as Renegades pip Heat, end losing streak

Melbourne Renegades skipper Hayley Matthews starred with bat and ball in a two-run win over Brisbane after Hobart beat Melbourne Stars by eight wickets.

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Heat, Strikers win as WBBL race hots up for top spot

Brisbane Heat's Georgia Redmayne (70) starred in a 53-run WBBL win over Hobart, while Adelaide's bowlers have shone in a six-wicket victory over Sydney Thunder.

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Airport arrest after alleged $150k cash find in luggage

Police have charged a Sydney man who was allegedly caught at Hobart Airport with more than $150,000 cash in his luggage.

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Hobart stadium bid kicks on to next stage of assessment

A $715 million stadium project for Hobart's waterfront will be assessed by the state planning commission after legislation passed parliament.

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Tas guaranteed no cost blowouts under new stadium plan

Proponents of an alternative Hobart waterfront stadium plan have guaranteed their proposal will not cost taxpayers more than $745 million.

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Hurricanes reel in Stars for third straight WBBL win

Meg Lanning was back to her brilliant best, but her lone hand wasn't enough as the Hurricanes reeled in the Melbourne Stars with relative ease in Hobart.

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Watson inspires Diamonds to clean sweep over Proteas

The Diamonds have completed a successful 2023 campaign by sweeping South Africa with a 77-50 win in the third and final Test in Hobart.

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WBBL umpiring, technology in spotlight in Hobart win

Hobart Hurricanes opener Lizelle Lee has been given a life before hitting 91 in her side's 24-run WBBL win over the Sydney Thunder.

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Huge centuries-old tree being trucked through Hobart CBD prompts calls for logging law reform

Environmentalists want Tasmanian government to follow Victoria and WA and end native forest logging

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Tassie pull off record Shield chase to beat Queensland

Tasmania have chased down 432 against Queensland for the biggest successful run chase in their Sheffield Shield history in a thrilling finish in Hobart.

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Diamonds clinch netball series against Proteas

Australia have taken an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match netball series against South Africa with a 67-52 win in Hobart.

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