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Vision for First Nations presence at Macquarie Point falters as program closes its doors

There were high hopes that Macquarie Point would become a beacon for reconciliation with Tasmania's Aboriginal community but as the AFL stadium project gains momentum, those hopes are fading.

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Stacey's garden was so overgrown she feared eviction — then a stranger stepped in

A local business in Tasmania began mowing lawns free of charge after noticing a lot of clients simply couldn't afford their services — for Stacey Gaspero, it may just have saved her from being evicted.

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Tasmania says it is committed to truth and treaty, but how is it progressing?

While other states take steps, and even strides, towards reconciliation with their Indigenous communities, what’s happened in Tasmania in the 18 months since a report urged the Tasmanian government legislate a framework towards a treaty?

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Tasmanian mother of three shifted from hotel to hotel as public housing wait gets longer

Becoming homeless has meant "Joanne" and her kids have lived in six hotels, two shelters and one caravan park in three years. Her family is part of an increasing number of people struggling to find shelter in Tasmania.

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Cold water swimming challenge a personal mission for cancer survivor

Tasmania's waterways are some of the most beautiful in the world but taking a dip is not for the faint of heart in winter — but that's no deterrent for Simon. If anything, that's the appeal.

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Opponents, defenders of Tasmania's salmon industry as entrenched as ever as fish farming continues to grow

This chef vows he'll never serve it, while a local in a rural community says she is "sick of people coming from Hobart telling us we're unhappy with fish farms" — why is the salmon industry so divisive in Tasmania?

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Joshua was at crisis point when he returned from combat. But help was a long way away

Many veterans need help adjusting when they return home. But for Tasmanians, that often means spending weeks interstate getting treatment.

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Tasmania's Liberal government thrown into minority as MPs defect over $715 million AFL stadium in Hobart

Concerns over a contentious $715 million stadium and the government's priorities have pushed two Tasmanian MPs to quit the Liberal Party and sit as independents, ending Premier Jeremy Rockliff's majority.

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Tasmania's racing integrity office had complaint of alleged race fixing against Yole Racing, dating back to 2016

Right to Information documents show a complaint about "race fixing" against Tasmania's leading harness racing stable was received by the Office of Racing Integrity in 2016, seven years before an extensive ABC investigation.

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Lack of ear, nose and throat specialists keeping Tasmanians from getting vital surgery

Tasmanians are waiting years instead of days to access vital ear, nose and throat specialist appointments. The Department of Health is trying to find a solution.

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Tasmanian premier faces backlash over push to limit what MPs can say in parliament

Tasmania's opposition political parties have furiously opposed a move by the government which may restrict them from naming public servants under parliamentary privilege.

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Surge in repeat youth crime worries Tasmania Police

In Tasmania, social housing is in short supply and efforts are being made to build new homes as quickly as possible. But as soon as construction starts, it is targeted by teenage vandals.

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Female veterans call for targeted support to break down barriers to seeking help after service

The rate of suicide for ex-service women is 127 per cent higher than the general population. Despite the alarming statistic, and the diverse experiences of women in the military, female veterans are finding it hard to find targeted support.

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Hobart council powerless as another rental becomes Airbnb, but there may be a solution

Zac Lewin and his housemates are the latest Hobart renters to face having their accommodation converted to an Airbnb. Sixteen objections to the landlord's application could not stop it.

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Four bulk-billing Medicare GP clinics set for Tasmania but doctors concerned about focus on acute cases

Tasmania will get four bulk-billing GP clinics when the federal government rolls out its campaign policy, not three as initially promised, but a key question remains — where will the doctors be found to staff them?

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Tasmanian cyber attack grabs TasTafe, Teachers Registration Board data

The data accessed by a 'criminal group' in a recent security breach includes names, addresses, and in some cases birth dates of children, the Tasmanian government says — over a week after the cyber attack was first confirmed.

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GP bulk-billing rates have dropped across Australia, leaving patients like Julie in the lurch

Julie Mallinson should see a GP every fortnight for her severe lymphedema but she just can't afford it. Instead, she's managing her pain and infections at home.

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Minister confirms 16,000 documents released online in Tasmanian data breach, helpline set up

The Tasmanian government sets up a helpline as hackers release 16,000 documents online as part of a cyber attack on a third-party transfer software used by the state's education department.

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Data hack by Cl0p ransomware group still being assessed, Tasmania's technology minister says

Tasmania's technology minister says there is "no indication" government-held data had been released by those responsible for a hacking of a third-party file transfer site, but added the investigations were ongoing.

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The Australian dream is costing migrants tens of thousands of dollars and career opportunities

To keep their heads above water, some migrants find themselves working in fields not relevant to their studies while being burdened by enormous debts and arduous visa requirements.

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Harness racing review details released, but there are concerns it won't go far enough

Tasmania's Racing Minister has released the terms of reference for a review of the state's harness racing industry, but those concerned about the industry say the review will not go far enough.

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Children at risk of being removed from their families as Tasmanian housing crisis deepens

Recovering addicts Lekita and Justin want to give their son the best possible chance in life, but say they constantly face roadblocks because of their past — with advocates warning families like theirs are at risk of losing their children if they cannot get a roof over their heads.

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Harness racing driver calls for Office of Racing Integrity to be disbanded following race-fixing allegations

A Tasmanian harness racing driver says he has no confidence in the Office of Racing Integrity and is "scared" by the power it wields over people trying to report issues in the industry.

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Leah sought respite at an aged care facility but they didn't have the staff to give her pain relief

There are fears a shortage of nurses in aged care is having an impact on residents being able to access medication, with one nurse claiming it is resulting in proper procedures not being followed.

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Tasmanian government announces independent review into Yole racing stable race-fixing allegation

Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff announces an independent investigation after an ABC report on allegations of team driving and race fixing by the state's most prominent harness racing stable.

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