The Latest Breaking News from Peter Gutwein

Tiffany Skeggs breaks her silence about years of abuse at the hands of notorious paedophile James Griffin

In May 2019, Tiffany Skeggs went to police to report childhood sexual abuse. She never imagined that step would be the beginnings of Tasmania's version of a royal commission.

ABC News · Mar 14, 2022

Childhood abuse advocates praise Peter Gutwein's disclosure, call for derisive MPs to own shameful behaviour

The Tasmanian leader's disclosure that he was a victim of child sexual assault could have a "huge impact" on other victim-survivors, a support group says, amid calls for Liberals who groaned in parliament to apologise.

ABC News · Mar 12, 2022

Tasmania premier reveals childhood assault

Tasmanian Premier Peter Gutwein has revealed he was sexually assaulted by a teacher when he was 16.

AAP · Mar 11, 2022

Tasmanian government to reveal plans for a new AFL stadium near Hobart's Macquarie Point

The push for a Tasmanian AFL team is set to enter overdrive, with the state government to officially endorse the construction of a new inner-city stadium that would house a new team.

ABC News · Feb 28, 2022

Tasmanian Liberals lose another minister

Tasmania's Liberal government has lost a second minister in less than a month, with Jane Howlett stepping back from duties for personal reasons.

AAP · Feb 25, 2022

Tasmania's Racing Minister Jane Howlett resigns from state cabinet

Tasmanian cabinet minister Jane Howlett resigns her portfolios for "personal reasons" after the death of her brother but will remain in state parliament, Premier Peter Gutwein says.

ABC News · Feb 25, 2022

Victorian sports minister says collaboration with Tasmania on Commonwealth Games unlikely

The Tasmanian government had hoped the state could join forces with greater Victoria to stage the 2026 Commonwealth Games, but Victoria's sports minister says that is unlikely.

ABC News · Feb 20, 2022

Tasmania's check-in requirements are easing. Here's what you need to know

From tonight, Tasmanians won't need to use the Check In TAS app when entering most venues. But there are still some sites where it is required. Here's what you need to know.

ABC News · Feb 18, 2022

Tasmania winds back COVID check-in codes

Tasmania is lifting QR code check-in rules at many public venues, but they will still be used at bars, pubs, nightclubs and the casino.

AAP · Feb 17, 2022

Tasmanian premier reveals cabinet shuffle

Tasmanian Premier Peter Gutwein has made minimal changes to his cabinet following the resignation of senior MP Sarah Courtney last week.

AAP · Feb 17, 2022