A shortage of locksmiths in Australia persists despite government-funded incentives. The nation's changing labour landscape has meant some specialist trades are not being chosen by apprentices.
New line of hope in discovering the Nannup Four
The vice-president of a search team that solved two high-profile missing persons cases in Tasmania turns his attention to the Nannup Four case after it was featured in the Expanse podcast.
Topic:Missing Person
Fri 12 Jun 2026 at 5:56am
'Irreversible damage': Aboriginal tools covered by path upgrades
Upgrades to an existing walking and cycling path have built over what an Aboriginal organisation describes as a "significant" cultural site in northern Tasmania — and it didn't require a permit.
Topic:Indigenous Culture
Fri 12 Jun 2026 at 4:54pm
EPA lifts processing ban for recycling facility to reduce fire risk
A ban on metal shredding and processing is lifted for a northern Tasmanian facility following lead dust contamination.
Topic:Recycling and Waste Management
Fri 12 Jun 2026 at 5:23am
What happens next for Madeleine Ogilvie's legal fee saga?
It's been two weeks since Madeleine Ogilvie resigned from Tasmanian cabinet, and the saga is reaching a tipping point. What could happen when parliament returns?
Topic:Explainer
Fri 12 Jun 2026 at 8:28am
Tasmanian premier links minister's court action to Integrity Commission
Premier Jeremy Rockliff links comments made by the boss of the state's Integrity Commission to a question about former minister Madeleine Ogilvie's Supreme Court action.
Topic:State and Territory Parliament
Thu 11 Jun 2026 at 5:18pm
$100k payout after theft of iconic Tasmanian wool trophy
The trophy features a sculpture that includes a 24-carat gold merino sheep and a weaving loom made of silver and platinum, with its theft last year captured on CCTV.
Topic:Local Government
Thu 11 Jun 2026 at 2:12pm
Dark Mofo returns with art, food and sell-out events
Tasmania's two-week Dark Mofo festival kicks off today in Hobart. Popular events such as Winter Feast, Night Mass, the Nude Solstice Swim and the Ogoh Ogoh procession return, while one of the new Spirit of Tasmania ferries will host a free art exhibition.
Topic:Arts Festivals
Thu 11 Jun 2026 at 9:40am
First home buyers left scrambling as stamp duty exemption ends
Tasmania's free stamp duty scheme for first home buyers expires at the end of this month, leaving some in an anxious wait to settle before the cut off.
Topic:Housing Policy
Thu 11 Jun 2026 at 1:30pm
Senator Wendy Askew won't seek re-election. Liberals, One Nation eye seat
A Tasmanian senator will not recontest her seat in 2028, meaning it is up for the taking by Liberal colleagues and possibly a resurgent One Nation.
Topic:Senate
Fri 12 Jun 2026 at 6:22pm
Nant whisky founder Keith Batt to enter months-long fraud trial
Tasmanian whisky distillery owner Keith Batt is charged with more than 700 criminal offences, ranging from fraud, to stealing, to dishonestly obtaining a financial advantage.
Topic:Courts
Wed 10 Jun 2026 at 5:06pm
'A pile of crap': Premier's mea culpa over Ogilvie scandal
Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff says he "dropped the ball" regarding the allegations against a former minister, likening it to a "pile of crap" he has to clean up from "time to time".
Topic:Government and Politics
Wed 10 Jun 2026 at 6:03pm
Further $105m federal-state bailout announced for Nyrstar smelters
The federal, Tasmanian and South Australian governments have contributed to a new funding package for Nyrstar's Hobart and Port Pirie smelters, including money for feasibility studies into modernising and expanding their operations.
Topic:Mining and Metals Industry
Wed 10 Jun 2026 at 1:06pm
Hobart stadium future not an issue at AFL presidents meeting, ABC told
Despite suggestions that potential delays and cost blowouts of Tasmania's new stadium may be on the minds of AFL heads, the topic was barely mentioned at the presidents' annual meeting.
Topic:AFL
Wed 10 Jun 2026 at 7:19am
'I apologise': Tasmanian premier pledges reforms after Ogilvie legal saga
Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff has apologised and pledged to strengthen transparency around the use of public funds for politicians' legal proceedings, following a minister's resignation.
Topic:State and Territory Parliament
Tue 9 Jun 2026 at 6:03pm
Try before you buy: E-bike borrow program driving sales
A free e-bike library is set to continue in Hobart after a successful first year and a reported rise in sales, as more people make the switch to e-bikes.
Topic:Local Government
Wed 10 Jun 2026 at 7:57am
'Everything's on hold': Patients caught in surgery backlog
Patients are waiting years for elective surgery as delays and cancellations mount in Tasmania — can the health system handle the $700 million of cuts still to come?
Topic:Public Health
Tue 9 Jun 2026 at 5:45am
Crossbench MPs demand answers from Tasmanian premier, issue ultimatum
Seven crossbench MPs have written to Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff to demand answers about former minister Madeleine Ogilvie's resignation from the ministry, giving him until Friday morning to provide "direct and exact answers".
Topic:State and Territory Government
Tue 9 Jun 2026 at 10:38am
'Never be forgotten': Tributes pour in for Richard Scolyer
The family of former Australian of the Year Richard Scolyer have paid tribute to his legacy, saying he "wanted cancer patients to know they weren't alone".
Topic:Cancer
Tue 9 Jun 2026 at 12:38pm
Former Australian of the Year Richard Scolyer's 'final farewell'
Professor Scolyer wrote he "would be delighted and humbled to be remembered as a proud everyday Aussie who 'gave it a crack', and in doing so, inspired others to pursue their dreams and passions with humility, love and compassion".
Topic:Cancer
Mon 8 Jun 2026 at 8:42am
Tasmania's population boom has gone bust and it spells trouble
From being a hot destination 10 years ago, Tasmania's population growth has ground to a halt. Big changes will be needed to reverse the trend, experts say.
Topic:Demographics
Tue 9 Jun 2026 at 9:05am