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Kilotonnes of dead salmon spark call for farm scrutiny

Kilotonnes of dead salmon spark call for farm scrutiny

Almost 13 per cent of Tasmania's annual salmon production died amid a mass mortality event caused by a bacterial outbreak, renewing calls for greater scrutiny.

Troubled detention centre's closure delayed, again

Troubled detention centre's closure delayed, again

Troubled detention centre's closure delayed, again

Troubled detention centre's closure delayed, again

A youth detention centre that a child sexual abuse inquiry said should be shut "as soon as possible" won't be closed until at least early 2028.

Positive sign as Devils nab Collingwood recruiting guru

Positive sign as Devils nab Collingwood recruiting guru

Positive sign as Devils nab Collingwood recruiting guru

Positive sign as Devils nab Collingwood recruiting guru

The Tasmania Devils have completed an off-field signing coup, with a highly regarded former Collingwood recruitment manager joining the club.

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'Big moment': world's largest electric ship launched

'Big moment': world's largest electric ship launched

An electric ship constructed in Australia that will ferry people and cars in South America is the biggest of its kind and is being hailed by its builder.

Public service child abuse reports spike after inquiry

Public service child abuse reports spike after inquiry

An inquiry into child sexual abuse in institutions has resulted in a substantial rise in misconduct allegations against public servants.

Murky waters surround federal salmon farm review

Murky waters surround federal salmon farm review

A federal assessment of salmon farming in a marginal federal seat continues despite law changes designed to ensure the future of the industry.

Indians set to overtake Brits as top Aussie migrants

Indians set to overtake Brits as top Aussie migrants

New data shows a surge in Indian migrants has pushed the nation's population to a record level of overseas-born Australians.

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Record anti-salmon rally calls for major party sinking

Record anti-salmon rally calls for major party sinking

Record anti-salmon rally calls for major party sinking

Record anti-salmon rally calls for major party sinking

More than 6000 people have rallied in opposition to salmon farming, with speakers including Bob Brown urging voters to ditch Labor and the Liberals.

Veteran axed, young guns earn Aussie cricket contracts

Veteran axed, young guns earn Aussie cricket contracts

Veteran axed, young guns earn Aussie cricket contracts

Veteran axed, young guns earn Aussie cricket contracts

Rising stars Georgia Voll and Tess Flintoff have been rewarded for impressive recent performances by receiving their first full Cricket Australia contracts.

One-time Big Bash League player accused of child abuse

One-time Big Bash League player accused of child abuse

One-time Big Bash League player accused of child abuse

One-time Big Bash League player accused of child abuse

A former cricketer who represented Tasmania and the Hobart Hurricanes has been accused of sexually abusing and grooming a child.

Stadium legal advice 'politicised', opponents claim

Stadium legal advice 'politicised', opponents claim

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

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

Planning processes punted to fast-track stadium build

Planning processes punted to fast-track stadium build

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.

Veteran quick Jackson Bird flies back to Tasmania

Veteran quick Jackson Bird flies back to Tasmania

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.

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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

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 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.

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.

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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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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