King Frederik of Denmark and Queen Mary have been welcomed to Hobart by a crowd happy to see the Danish Royals up close.
Woodruff condemns fake Greens stickers promoting antisemitism
Tasmanian Greens leader Rosalie Woodruff says the "vile material" does not come from the party.
A thermal camera picks up a fire on the shoreline of Moulting Lagoon.
A thermal camera picks up a fire on the shoreline of Moulting Lagoon.
Tasmanian government went against advice from police chief on gun limits
In the push for gun law reform in the wake of the Bondi attack, Tasmania's police commissioner urged the state government to limit the number of firearms a person can own, citing the murder of an officer the year before in her plea — but to no avail, documents show.
A backpacker who killed a Tasmanian sex worker now runs a cafe in Germany
In 2020, a German backpacker strangled a Tasmanian sex worker, then fled with her mobile phone and cash. His version of events was accepted by an Australian court, which jailed him for manslaughter. Now, German authorities are re-examining the case.
Locals celebrate 'mud coming back' to wetland once choked in weeds
An invasive weed planted decades ago quickly spread across Tasmania's north-west, choking mudflats and wildlife habitat. Now, those involved in a long-running effort to wipe it out are seeing real results.
Loved one stuck inside the manosphere? Here's how to help
Don't panic, don't erupt, remain open and ask questions: Here are some of the tips from experts on how to reclaim a loved one from the manosphere.
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What should you do with the family home after a divorce?
For many Australians, the decision to divorce has become even more complicated because of the rising cost of housing. Some are now calling for policy changes to make it easier for single parents to re-enter the housing market.
Hobart Clinic chief quits amid reported clash with board
The Hobart Clinic's chief executive has resigned as the state government commissions a review of the mental health hospital's corporate governance.
Grace Tame says her speaking events have stopped over 'smear campaign'
Former Australian of the Year Grace Tame says a conference in Hobart will be her last speaking engagement for the year, at this stage.
'Continuous rumbling': Huge quarry expansion green-lit despite local concerns
Locals say the "continuous rumbling" from a quarry in Tasmania's Meander Valley is a major disturbance. The company which owns it has just been given approval to increase production by 500 per cent.
The Devils won't play AFL at Macquarie Point before 2031. Are we surprised?
Tasmania's future AFL club believed they would be playing in their new $1.13-billion stadium from 2030, but it's now clear their debut there will be at least one year later.
Discovery of rare animals captured on wildlife cameras shocks park rangers
Wildlife cameras snap rare pictures of blond echidnas, a tiny white-footed dunnart, and threatened seabirds on a small island off Tasmania's north coast.
Two new novels lift the curtain on what life is really like as a royal
With Queen Mary of Denmark soon to arrive in Australia and scandal engulfing the House of Windsor, royals are swamping our news cycle. So why are readers so fascinated by royal fiction?
Hobart stadium not expected to be ready for AFL Devils games until 2031
When the $1.13 billion stadium was approved last year, it was hoped the Tasmania Devils would begin playing AFL games there from 2029. The head of the corporation tasked with delivering the stadium says her expectations are set a little bit later.
Looming CSIRO job cuts come at 'critical moment' for climate change action
Scientists are calling on the Australian government to push back on a plan to scrap hundreds of jobs at the nation's science agency, as they await the release of further details this week.
Farmers left frustrated by wild deer hunting restrictions call for change
The Tasmanian government asked the public what it thought about how wild fallow deer were being managed. It received hundreds of submissions calling for deer to be labelled a pest and for improved zoning and hunting permits.
Will this year's flu vaccine protect against the fast-moving Super-K strain?
Experts say they are feeling "nervous" as Australia approached this year's flu season, with a new, fast-moving strain of influenza dubbed "Super-K" circulating as vaccine uptake dwindles.
'Good character' references for serious offenders to be scrapped in Tasmania
Tasmania will introduce new laws to stop the use of "good character" references by serious offenders. Advocates say the state has joined a broader national shift to support victim-survivors.