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Spycatcher scandal: newly released documents from the Thatcher era reveal the changing nature of government secrecy

I grew up in Tasmania in the 1980s. The capital city, Hobart, had a bit of a “living at the edge of the world” feeling in those days. It seemed about as far away from anywhere as you could get. So, I remember the thrill when the first hints of…

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Hundreds of patients given expired COVID-19 vaccines

Patients at a rural pharmacy have been given expired COVID-19 vaccines for two years, a state health department says.

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Independent puts Tas Liberal government on notice

Tasmania's minority Liberal government is on thin ice after an independent MP who quit the party threatened to pull his support.

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Significant find: relic of 1800s jail uncovered in Tas

The relics of an early 19th century jail, which held some of the state's most notorious bushrangers, have been unearthed in the Tasmanian town of Perth.

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Father, son kayaking duo rescued after 10 hours missing

A father and his teenage son have been rescued after their kayaking expedition in northern Tasmania did not go as planned.

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JackJumpers looking to avoid slipping into NBL abyss

New Zealand Breakers continued their impressive NBL form leaving Tasmania JackJumpers coach Scott Roth feeling his team needs to get back on track quickly.

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NZ Breakers continue their hot NBL form to open 2024

The New Zealand Breakers continue to build ominously this NBL season, with a come-from-behind 98-93 road win to open 2024 against the Tasmania JackJumpers.

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Alive clinches second Sydney to Hobart overall win

Tasmanian yacht Alive has been declared overall winner of the 78th edition of the Sydney to Hobart, claiming the honour for the second time.

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Yacht damage, broken bones in squally Sydney to Hobart

Inconsistent weather is making life difficult for the Sydney to Hobart fleet, with Tasmanian yacht Alive primed to take out overall honours for the second time.

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Niel The Seal Terrorizes Tiny Tasmanian Town And The Internet Adores Him

A small town in Tasmania becomes a target of this seal's mischief several times a year. The post Niel The Seal Terrorizes Tiny Tasmanian Town And The Internet Adores Him first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Sydney to Hobart yacht race: fleet sets off under dark skies after heavy storm threatens start

Bureau of Meteorology forecasts wild weather conditions but says quicker yachts likely to see less storm risk after they leave Sydney Harbour at 1pm on Tuesday

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Gutsy Phoenix defy the odds to beat JackJumpers

The South East Melbourne Phoenix had it all stacked against them but delivered a Christmas Day performance full of heart to beat the Tasmania JackJumpers 85-77.

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Hawks cop NBL hammering as Tassie bounce back

Forward Will Magnay has had a huge early impact as the Tasmania JackJumpers blew apart Illawarra 100-89 to snap a two-game NBL losing streak.

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‘Could be the end’: Tasmanian red handfish to be removed from wild amid marine heatwaves fears

Exemption under federal environment law to allow scientists to collect 25 of the critically endangered ‘walking fish’

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Urgent plan to save red handfish from extinction

Scientists will relocate critically endangered red handfish to a Tasmanian facility to save the species from extinction during forecast marine heatwaves.

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Site chosen for Tasmanian AFL team's $70m training base

Parklands on Hobart's eastern shore have been chosen as the site of a $70 million high-performance training centre for the Tasmanian AFL club.

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Migration boost for critically endangered parrot

More than 80 migratory orange-bellied parrots have been recorded returning to breeding grounds in Tasmania - the highest number in some 15 years.

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Hillcrest jumping castle 'not properly secured'

It is alleged a jumping castle that became airborne, killing six primary school students in Tasmania, wasn't secured at all anchor points.

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Evidence wait in case of teenager's alleged murder

The court case of a 37-year-old man charged with murdering a Tasmanian teenager has been adjourned because key evidence has not yet been disclosed.

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Surge in households seeking support as Christmas looms

Vulnerable West Australian and Tasmanian households are struggling to afford the basics amid cost of living and housing crises, new reports say.

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Driver who allegedly fled fatal car crash charged

Police have charged a 52-year-old man with manslaughter and other offences after he allegedly left the scene of a fatal car crash in Tasmania.

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Lawyer to review state legal aid during abuse inquiry

Tasmania's government has announced a Victorian lawyer will investigate state legal assistance given to public servants during a child sexual abuse inquiry.

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Man in custody after fleeing crash that killed tourist

A man is in custody after being on the run for several days following a multi-vehicle crash that killed an international tourist.

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Kings put breaks on JackJumpers in NBL road win

The Sydney Kings have moved to second on the NBL ladder through a tough 90-82 road win over Tasmania, with NBA prospect Jaylin Galloway the star.

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Abattoir footage prompts fresh think on animal welfare

The culture with abattoirs, bolstered animal welfare standards and mandatory CCTV will be considered following shock footage captured by activists.

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