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Stadium legal advice 'politicised', opponents claim

Stadium legal advice 'politicised', opponents claim

Opponents of a new AFL stadium have queried legal advice relied on by a government to fast-track the project in parliament.

Spat? What spat? Luxon denies trade tensions in NZ

Spat? What spat? Luxon denies trade tensions in NZ

Winston Peters, the wily veteran of New Zealand politics, appears to be dialling up pressure on his boss Chris Luxon ahead of a leadership handover.

Planning processes punted to fast-track stadium build

A contentious stadium, needed for a state to be granted its own AFL team, will be fast-tracked after long delays have undermined confidence in the project.

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Veteran quick Jackson Bird flies back to Tasmania

Veteran quick Jackson Bird flies back to Tasmania

The Tasmania Tigers have signed veteran bowler Jackson Bird, who will return to the island state after two seasons playing for NSW.

Palau's president backs COP31, wants coal phase out

Palau's president backs COP31, wants coal phase out

Surangel Whipps Jr, the visiting Palau President, has admonished Australia for its fossil fuel exports but backed the government's bid to host COP31.

Stead to step down as NZ cricket white-ball coach

Stead to step down as NZ cricket white-ball coach

New Zealand are searching for a new coach for the white-ball formats after Gary Stead announced his decision to step down.

Former PM pays tribute to 'true gentleman' of politics

Former PM pays tribute to 'true gentleman' of politics

Former Tasmanian premier Tony Rundle, who oversaw the state's widely-lauded gun law reform in the wake of the Port Arthur tragedy, has died aged 86.

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Dark Mofo festival returns with screams and a car crash

Scream until you can't breathe ... the boundary-pushing Dark Mofo returns, with a head-on collision and the festival's traditional nude swim.

Door ajar for 'fast-tracked' AFL stadium process

Door ajar for 'fast-tracked' AFL stadium process

Door ajar for 'fast-tracked' AFL stadium process

Door ajar for 'fast-tracked' AFL stadium process

Tasmania's premier is seeking advice on alternative ways to progress the state's AFL stadium, after a report outlined cost blowouts and a tight time frame.

Stadium still the goal as report sinks boot into plan

Stadium still the goal as report sinks boot into plan

Stadium still the goal as report sinks boot into plan

Stadium still the goal as report sinks boot into plan

Proponents of a waterfront stadium to host a new AFL team say they are committed to the project despite a report estimating it will cost much more to build.

Hawthorn should share Tasmania with Devils: coach

Hawthorn should share Tasmania with Devils: coach

Hawthorn should share Tasmania with Devils: coach

Hawthorn should share Tasmania with Devils: coach

The Hawks and Devils can co-exist in Tasmania when the latter enters the AFL in 2028, according to Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell.

Hawthorn praised for maturity in windy AFL comeback

Hawthorn praised for maturity in windy AFL comeback

Hawthorn praised for maturity in windy AFL comeback

Hawthorn praised for maturity in windy AFL comeback

Coach Sam Mitchell says Hawthorn have become better at handling momentum shifts after coming from behind to earn a fourth-straight win to start the year.

Hawks rally to beat Giants, maintain unbeaten AFL run

Hawks rally to beat Giants, maintain unbeaten AFL run

Hawks rally to beat Giants, maintain unbeaten AFL run

Hawks rally to beat Giants, maintain unbeaten AFL run

Hawthorn have overcome gale-like conditions and a previously undefeated Giants side to register their fourth-straight win to start the AFL season.

Pre-teens locked up in police watch houses

Pre-teens locked up in police watch houses

Pre-teens locked up in police watch houses

Pre-teens locked up in police watch houses

Children aged 10-17 are being detained in police watch houses, exposing them to the risk of abuse and trauma, a corrections officer has warned.

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Homecoming for Indigenous remains and shell necklace

The remains of a young Aboriginal man and a shell necklace kept at two northern hemisphere universities have been returned to their traditional owners.

Shadow of doubt: cricket appeal for stadium roof review

Cricket's national body is unsure whether the sport can be played at a planned new stadium because of shadows caused by the design of its roof.

Murder investigation underway after teen dies

A teenager has died in hospital, a week after he was found with a critical stab wound to the head, with homicide detectives now involved in the investigation.

Fiji hold 'life-changing' World Cup dream: Jennings

Fiji are rank outsiders to reach the FIFA World Cup, but they are dreaming big.

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Echidna digs in to help island wildlife back from blaze

Rangers are over the moon after an echidna was spotted on an island where wildlife was mostly destroyed by a devastating bushfire more than a decade ago.

Stalwart's shot at World Cup history with New Caledonia

Either Tahiti or New Caledonia will have a shot at the biggest boilover in FIFA World Cup history next week.

Tigers tweaker dashes NSW's Shield final dream

Test spinner Matt Kuhnemann has starred as Tasmania ended NSW's hopes of appearing in the Sheffield Shield final.

Devils' mascot unveiled, now AFL list debate awaits

Negotiations between the AFL and 19th side Tasmania around list concessions and draft picks are expected to be finalised by June.

NSW face massive run chase to reach Shield final

NSW must make 529 - the second-highest Sheffield Shield score this season - if they are to beat Tasmania and reach the final against SA.

Anti-salmon protest fills beach amid mass farm deaths

More than one thousand people have protested at a remote beach in opposition to salmon farms which have experienced unprecedented mass deaths.

Tasmania have upper hand against NSW in Shield clash

Tasmania have a lead of 226 and are only one wicket down in the second innings of their Sheffield Shield match against NSW, who must win to reach the final.

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