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The Latest Breaking News from Tasmania

Tasmania hails Australia’s first colonial statue as a piss-take – and an ‘extraordinary political statement’

Research shows the statue held by Tasmania’s Maritime Museum was created in the 1830s, likely as a satirical depiction of George Arthur

The Guardian - AU

Tasmanian premier makes election threat to defectors

Tasmania's premier has threatened the prospect of an early election if two balance-of-power government defectors don't agree to a new deal of confidence.

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JackJumpers star Magnay being roughed up, says coach

Coach Scott Roth doesn't expect Will Magnay to miss any basketball after the big centre copped a heavy hit to the sternum in Tasmania's NBL win over Cairns.

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Magnay hurt as JackJumpers beat Taipans in NBL

Pint-sized Jordon Crawford has knocked down six triples in Tasmania's eight-point NBL win over Cairns, but teammate Will Magnay suffered a sternum injury.

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High lead levels detected near Tas recycling plant

There is no risk of harm to the community after elevated levels of lead dust were detected near a Tasmanian recycling plant as investigations continue.

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Court orders temporary halt to logging in Tasmanian forest ahead of swift parrot case

Bob Brown Foundation wants logging banned in area of forest south of Hobart, claiming it is breeding habitat for endangered bird

The Guardian - AU

'Horse mistreatment, race fixing' in harness industry

A report into harness racing in Tasmania has outlined regulatory failures and found a leading trainer mistreated horses and has been involved in fixing results.

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Dutton backs salmon farmers amid water quality woes

Peter Dutton is siding with salmon farmers to prevent restrictions aimed at saving Maugean Skate, a unique endangered fish only found in Tasmania.

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Former senator Eric Abetz wins pre-selection in Tas

Former senator Eric Abetz has won the backing of Tasmanian Liberals for preselection at the upcoming state election.

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Breakers survive JackJumpers fightback in NBL

The New Zealand Breakers are knocking on the door of the NBL top six after their gun American trio shot the lights out in a six-point win over Tasmania.

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'Harrowing, shocking' police pedophile report released

A once-trusted Tasmania Police officer used his role to groom and abuse children with impunity for more than three decades, an interim report has found.

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Meet the inspiring young Australians making a difference now for the future

From the pool to the stage, each nominee has made their mark.

The Canberra Times

Wildcats and JackJumpers join United in NBL title race

The Perth Wildcats and Tasmania JackJumpers have shown Melbourne United have a fight on their hands to win the NBL title.

AAP

JackJumpers make NBL statement with United hammering

The Tasmania JackJumpers have returned to top NBL form, emphatically beating league-leading Melbourne United by 21 points in Hobart.

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Roth to coach on as JackJumpers face top-six squeeze

Foundation Tasmania JackJumpers coach Scott Roth will remain in charge of the side currently sitting third in a tight NBL top six until at least 2027.

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Renewable hydrogen gets a $70m boost in Tasmania

The new Bell Bay hydrogen hub in northern Tasmania is expected to produce enough renewable energy to fuel more than 2200 heavy vehicles for a year.

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Afternoon Update: Sydney apartments at risk of collapse; Iran strikes ‘militant bases’ in Pakistan; and toxic chemicals found in Tasmanian penguins

Property developer Greenland has been given 14 months to fix defects in the apartments at Macquarie Park

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Toxic chemicals found in little penguin colonies

Toxic 'forever chemicals' have been found in the nesting soils and blood of Tasmanian little penguin colonies.

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Endangered ancient fish die in captive breeding program

Scientists fighting to save Tasmania's ancient Maugean skate from extinction say some have died in a captive breeding program.

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Australia celebrates Australian-born Mary Donaldson's ascension to queen of Denmark

Australian-born Mary Donaldson’s unlikely journey from Tasmania to queen of Denmark is being celebrated across her homeland

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Man charged after car crashes into country town pub

A man has been charged after he allegedly drove a car towards patrons at a Tasmanian pub.

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Australia pledges a devil of a gift to Mary

Australia will make a financial contribution to the preservation of the endangered Tasmanian Devil to mark Frederik and Mary's succession to the Danish throne.

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Roth unsure if JackJumpers can right ship in six games

Tasmania JackJumpers' coach Scott Roth admits he has no idea if his team can sort out their problems, having lost six of their past eight matches.

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Hawks prevail in double OT classic over JackJumpers

Tyler Harvey was the last-minute hero as the Illawarra Hawks outlasted the Tasmania JackJumpers to win 108-107 in double overtime in the NBL.

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Small piece of Tasmania to be gifted to Princess Mary

The Tasmanian government has gifted Denmark's Prince Frederik and Princess Mary a specially crafted pine table ahead of the couple becoming King and Queen.

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