Weather & Marine Latrobe forecast: showers about, 9–16°
Showers about across the Mersey Valley today, with a high near 16° — plus the days ahead.
Weather & Marine 
Weather & Marine Major Wind Farm Proposal for West Coast Sparks Economic Hopes and Wildlife Concerns
A plan for a 280-turbine wind farm on Tasmania's west coast is generating discussion about economic benefits and environmental impacts.
CouncilCamp Banksia Tender: The 2024 Conflict-of-Interest Questions Over Latrobe's Deputy Mayor
In 2024 the ABC reported that an integrity expert criticised how Deputy Mayor Vonette Mead handled a conflict of interest when her family's building company bid on the Port Sorell camp redevelopment. Ms Mead said she followed the general manager's advice.
Weather & Marine Latrobe forecast: the odd shower, 4–17°
The odd shower across the Mersey Valley today, with a high near 17° — plus the days ahead.
Community Karoola Fire Station Sale Threatens Men's Shed Headquarters
A volunteer group near Launceston faces losing its base at the decommissioned Karoola fire station, as the Tasmanian government plans a public sell-off.
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Weather & Marine Latrobe forecast: mostly dry, 3–17°
Mostly dry across the Mersey Valley today, with a high near 17° — plus the days ahead.
CouncilRegional Service Tasmania Centres Face Reduced Hours Amid Digital Shift Proposal
The state government proposes cutting in-person service hours at five regional Service Tasmania centres, citing declining visitor numbers.
Crime & SafetyMan Dies in Kindred Mower Incident
A man in his 70s has tragically died following an incident involving a zero-turn mower on a private property in Kindred this afternoon.
Weather & Marine Latrobe forecast: mostly dry, 3–21°
Mostly dry across the Mersey Valley today, with a high near 21° — plus the days ahead.
Tasmania Gun Law Overhaul Passes Lower House, Caps Debate Rages On
Tasmania's most significant firearms reforms in 30 years cleared the House of Assembly last night, but a contentious push for ownership caps failed.
Crime & SafetyMan Charged Over Multiple Fires Across Northern Tasmania
A man has been charged in connection with at least 11 deliberately lit fires, including a significant blaze at Breadalbane, following a police investigation.
Crime & Safety Tasmanian Parliament Passes Gun Law Overhaul Amidst Cap Debate
Tasmania's lower house has passed significant firearms law reforms, but a contentious proposal to cap gun ownership was rejected.
Tasmania Major Sand Export Proposal for Rushy Lagoon Includes 700-Metre Jetty, Raises Aboriginal Concerns
A company plans to mine millions of tonnes of sand from Tasmania's largest farm for export, prompting significant cultural heritage concerns.
Weather & Marine Latrobe forecast: mostly dry, 5–19°
Mostly dry across the Mersey Valley today, with a high near 19° — plus the days ahead.
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Camp Banksia Tender: The 2024 Conflict-of-Interest Questions Over Latrobe's Deputy Mayor
In 2024 the ABC reported that an integrity expert criticised how Deputy Mayor Vonette Mead handled a conflict of interest when her family's building company bid on the Port Sorell camp redevelopment. Ms Mead said she followed the general manager's advice.
CouncilRegional Service Tasmania Centres Face Reduced Hours Amid Digital Shift Proposal
The state government proposes cutting in-person service hours at five regional Service Tasmania centres, citing declining visitor numbers.
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Man Dies in Kindred Mower Incident
A man in his 70s has tragically died following an incident involving a zero-turn mower on a private property in Kindred this afternoon.
Crime & SafetyMan Charged Over Multiple Fires Across Northern Tasmania
A man has been charged in connection with at least 11 deliberately lit fires, including a significant blaze at Breadalbane, following a police investigation.
Crime & Safety Tasmanian Parliament Passes Gun Law Overhaul Amidst Cap Debate
Tasmania's lower house has passed significant firearms law reforms, but a contentious proposal to cap gun ownership was rejected.
Transport More Transport →
Transport Christmas Caravan Plans Hit Snag as Spirit of Tasmania Bookings Prove Elusive
Mersey Valley residents planning a festive caravan trip across Bass Strait face booking challenges despite new ferries arriving soon.
Transport Spirit of Tasmania to Pause Passenger Services for New Ferry Trials
The Spirit of Tasmania will halt passenger sailings for one week in late October to test its new vessels.
TransportFatal Crash at Old Beach Claims One Life, Two Critical
A woman has died and two others are in critical condition following a head-on collision at Old Beach on Monday afternoon.
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Weather & Marine Latrobe forecast: showers about, 9–16°
Showers about across the Mersey Valley today, with a high near 16° — plus the days ahead.
Weather & Marine Major Wind Farm Proposal for West Coast Sparks Economic Hopes and Wildlife Concerns
A plan for a 280-turbine wind farm on Tasmania's west coast is generating discussion about economic benefits and environmental impacts.
Weather & Marine Latrobe forecast: the odd shower, 4–17°
The odd shower across the Mersey Valley today, with a high near 17° — plus the days ahead.
Business More Business →
Business Mount Lyell Copper Mine Set for 2029 Reopening, Bringing 300 Jobs to West Coast
Sibanye-Stillwater has approved the restart of the historic Queenstown mine, projecting significant investment and a 23-year lifespan.
Business Local Butcher Urges Support for Tassie Beef as Woolworths Shifts Supply
Woolworths will cease selling Tasmanian beef from 2027, prompting a Launceston butcher to advocate for increased local support.
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Tasmania Gun Law Overhaul Passes Lower House, Caps Debate Rages On
Tasmania's most significant firearms reforms in 30 years cleared the House of Assembly last night, but a contentious push for ownership caps failed.
Tasmania Major Sand Export Proposal for Rushy Lagoon Includes 700-Metre Jetty, Raises Aboriginal Concerns
A company plans to mine millions of tonnes of sand from Tasmania's largest farm for export, prompting significant cultural heritage concerns.
Tasmania Tasmanian Lower House Rejects Gun Ownership Cap
An amendment to limit the number of firearms a person can own in Tasmania has been defeated in the state's lower house.