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Sheezel equals possession record in Kangaroos rout

Sheezel equals possession record in Kangaroos rout

A North Melbourne 20-year-old has matched an AFL record in his side's win over Richmond, saying things just clicked.

Crossbencher backs Libs amid salmon industry probe

Crossbencher backs Libs amid salmon industry probe

Crossbencher backs Libs amid salmon industry probe

Crossbencher backs Libs amid salmon industry probe

An independent MP has thrown his support behind the Liberal Party, on the same day a probe into Tasmania's salmon industry was announced.

Salmon on the menu for 11th-hour minority negotiations

Salmon on the menu for 11th-hour minority negotiations

Salmon on the menu for 11th-hour minority negotiations

Salmon on the menu for 11th-hour minority negotiations

Both major parties need to commit to greater salmon farming oversights, according to influential crossbench MPs set to decide who will be a state's premier.

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Salmon farms green lit, but conservation fight not over

Salmon farms green lit, but conservation fight not over

Salmon farming has been allowed to continue in a harbour at the centre of a conservation battle, but further legal action has been flagged.

'Big step' for Tassie Devils' high performance home

'Big step' for Tassie Devils' high performance home

The Tasmania Devils AFL club has released the most detailed renders to date of its high performance headquarters.

Political hiatus keeps media gag on killer granny

Political hiatus keeps media gag on killer granny

A grandmother who was convicted of murdering her partner on their yacht wants to overturn a parole condition preventing her from speaking to the media.

Greens won't prop up Labor government 'at this stage'

Greens won't prop up Labor government 'at this stage'

Labor's chances of governing in Tasmania appear to be slimming, with the Greens saying they're unable to support the major party at this stage.

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Premier open to compromises to maintain minority power

Premier open to compromises to maintain minority power

Premier open to compromises to maintain minority power

Premier open to compromises to maintain minority power

The state Liberal and Labor parties have ramped up efforts to try to form minority government, as the clock counts down on parliament's return.

Another greyhound racing ban could see dishlickers done

Another greyhound racing ban could see dishlickers done

Another greyhound racing ban could see dishlickers done

Another greyhound racing ban could see dishlickers done

It's a dog day afternoon for the greyhound racing industry as another government announces plans to stop punters spending a night at the dishlickers.

Premier's big call as state parliament hangs in balance

Premier's big call as state parliament hangs in balance

Premier's big call as state parliament hangs in balance

Premier's big call as state parliament hangs in balance

Tasmania's leader has made an important appointment as he grapples with a hung parliament and braces for a no-confidence vote.

Labor risks Green light to govern in power grab twist

Labor risks Green light to govern in power grab twist

Labor risks Green light to govern in power grab twist

Labor risks Green light to govern in power grab twist

The Greens are warning state Labor leader Dean Winter not to take for granted their support in a motion to wrest control of the government.

Archer shot into state cabinet amid new political clash

Archer shot into state cabinet amid new political clash

Archer shot into state cabinet amid new political clash

Archer shot into state cabinet amid new political clash

A high-profile former federal Liberal MP headlines the inclusions in a state premier's revamped cabinet after his minority government was recommissioned.

Premier to face immediate test after minority return

Premier to face immediate test after minority return

Premier to face immediate test after minority return

Premier to face immediate test after minority return

A motion will be moved to test if state Liberals have the parliamentary numbers after being allowed to reform minority government without crossbench support.

Missing light plane couple revealed as search hampered

Missing light plane couple revealed as search hampered

Missing light plane couple revealed as search hampered

Missing light plane couple revealed as search hampered

Police have released the names and photo of a couple on board a missing light plane as weather conditions disrupt search efforts.

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Labor vows to fight on as premier makes power move

A state premier will go to the governor to seek power within days, but the opposition leader says it's not the only option as he step up negotiations.

Married couple, dog missing as light plane disappears

An extensive search continues in two states after a light plane with two people and a dog on board failed to reach its destination.

Premier stakes leadership on national power cable deal

A major contract for a nationally significant undersea electricity cable could torpedo a Liberal premier's chances of forming minority government.

Urgent advice on eve of major energy project deadline

One of the nation's biggest energy projects, an undersea electricity cable across Bass Strait, has been caught up in messy post-election politicking.

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Sham, secrecy claims as $5b power cable deadline nears

Politicians of multiple stripes have lashed a Liberal government for its consultation around a $5 billion undersea power connector project.

Mother of four's killer appeals length of jail term

A man who pleaded guilty to manslaughter after killing a woman with a car on the driveway of a rural property argues his 13-year jail sentence is too high.

Plenty of net benefits for Aussies at Canadian Open

It has been an impressive start to the Canadian Open for Australia's men's tennis players, with three chalking up straight-sets wins in Toronto.

'Battery of the nation' undersea power cable at risk

One of the nation’s largest energy projects - a $5.5 billion undersea cable - is at risk as one state is accused of suppressing vital information.

Suspended jail term for abusive former Miss Australia

Verbal and physical abuse by a one-time Miss Australia winner of her then-husband was a serious example of family violence.

Fast-track laws for AFL stadium appear punted

Talks to form the next government in Tasmania are ongoing after a snap election that has seemingly put plans to fast-track a stadium to bed.

Libs make first pitch to kingmakers in race to govern

A Liberal leader has made his first play to form government with balance-of-power independents after a state election that delivered another hung parliament.

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