The Latest Breaking News from Kristie Johnston

Tasmania's minority Liberals will hold more detailed talks with three balance-of-power independents as the party seeks to firm support to govern.

One seat remains in doubt after a Tasmanian election that delivered a hung parliament in which the Liberals need crossbench support to form minority government.

As the dust settles from an unnecessary election, premier Jeremy Rockliff has some serious work to do to form a stable government

A mixed bag of independents and minor parties could hold powerful positions in Tasmania's parliament after the March 23 state poll.

Independent candidates vying for the balance of power in Tasmania are pledging to fight for an end to native logging in the island state.

An independent Tasmanian politician has told state parliament that possums and other animals are being used as live bait in the greyhound racing industry.

A program to find homes for greyhounds after their racing career is not able to rehome them fast enough — and a leaked document reveals Tasmanian authorities are warning "difficult end-of-life decisions will need to be made".

Footage of greyhounds suffering injuries has been edited out of video replays of Tasmanian races, with critics accusing the sport's local peak body of "covering up" the reality of the industry — but the state Premier says it's common practice across Australia.

The company charged with developing a key Hobart waterfront site will be subject to an independent review in the wake of the Tasmanian parliament hearing allegations of bullying and inappropriate spending.