The Latest Breaking News from Tasmania

An anti-trans rights rally outside Tasmania's parliament will go ahead on Tuesday, with authorities declaring "censoring free speech is not in the interest of a democratic society" — despite ugly scenes at a Melbourne event on the weekend.

When she was a student in the 1990s, Katrina Munting was sexually abused by a teacher, who was later jailed for three years. Now, she is suing that former teacher and the government, in a case believed to be the first of its kind in the state.

Human life on Earth is utterly dependent on biodiversity but our activities are driving an increase in extinctions. Yet some extinct species continue to hold our fascination. New methods in genetics and reproductive biology hold the promise that de-extinction – resurrecting extinct species – could soon be possible.

Wet weather and fewer potato imports are creating trying times for fish and chips shops, but growers say the start of the potato harvest across Tasmania and Victoria should ease demand.

Aboriginal rangers who patrol Preminghana in Tasmania's far north-west say it's being destroyed, little by little, by four-wheel drivers and bikers who stray from the tracks.

Instead of returning home to Tasmania, Jessie flew back to Buckinghamshire with Will after they were dumped from the villa before the final and enjoyed having their first real date at Tesco

Tasmanian police have identified three youths in relation to the killing and mistreatment of penguins a week ago in Burnie in the state's north.

After years of dog attacks, the little penguin colony at Low Head on Tasmania's northern coast is rebuilding — and it is in part thanks to a community project.

Tasmanian boot worn by BBC star during recent controversy has become hugely popular in recent years

Tim Paine has called time on his cricket career, having captained Australia in 23 Test matches following the 2018 ball-tampering scandal before resigning in 2021 over a sexting incident

NEW DELHI: Following the conclusion of Tasmania's Sheffield Shield first-class match against Queensland on Friday, former Australia Test cricket captain Tim Paine announced his retirement.