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A night on the tequila led Charles to his Syd-Hob debut

If not for a night on the tequila off the coast of Mexico, Frenchman Charles Devanneaux would likely not be making his Sydney to Hobart debut this year.

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Rivals predict only a fleeting absence for Wild Oats XI

For only the second time since launching in 2005, the legendary Wild Oats XI is missing the Sydney to Hobart yacht race this year.

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Pluck of the Irish to follow Cinnamon Girl to Hobart

With three decades of offshore sailing experience, Irishman Cian McCarthy has decided it's finally time to have a go at the famed Sydney to Hobart race.

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Syd-Hob record unlikely to be broken in 2023: Smith

If two-time Sydney to Hobart winner Craig Smith was a betting man, he'd pick that the big race's line honours record will not be broken in 2023.

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Site chosen for Tasmanian AFL team's $70m training base

Parklands on Hobart's eastern shore have been chosen as the site of a $70 million high-performance training centre for the Tasmanian AFL club.

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Koa pulls out of Hobart only weeks after big win

In form ahead of Boxing Day, TP52 Koa has withdrawn from this year's Sydney to Hobart yacht race.

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Promise driving Sydney to Hobart's oldest boat Sylph VI

Retired naval officer Bob Williams will honour the memory of a beloved Sydney to Hobart veteran when he sets sail in Sylph VI on Boxing Day.

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Johnstons want fifth brother in 2024 Sydney to Hobart

Three of Anthony Johnston's brothers will join him aboard URM Group in this year's Sydney to Hobart - and he's hopeful of bringing another along in 2024.

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Chris Jordan in awe of WA's special talent Aaron Hardie

Aaron Hardie has showcased his brute power by scoring an unbeaten 85 off 45 balls in the Perth Scorchers' BBL win over the Hobart Hurricanes.

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Sydney to Hobart fleet's newest boat rolls the dice

On the water since October, Atomic Blonde is a dark horse in this year's Sydney to Hobart yacht race, which may be her only appearance for the coming years.

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Two hands better than one to make Marc on Sydney-Hobart

Niksen skipper Marc Michel is shaping up as one to watch in the Sydney to Hobart two-handed division, but he isn't getting carried away with the hype.

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Fifty not out, May set fair for Sydney to Hobart

Having hoisted his sail for every Sydney to Hobart yacht race since 1973, Lindsay May will on Boxing Day become the first person to reach the 50-race milestone.

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Sydney to Hobart fleet at sea with long-range forecast

It's almost unheard of that the Sydney to Hobart's long-range weather forecast is as inconclusive as 2023's, veteran navigator Adrienne Cahalan says.

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Sydney-Hobart contender's $250k dash to starting line

A mechanical mishap forced LawConnect's owner Christian Beck to fork out a cool $250,000 and call on some friends in high places ahead of the Sydney to Hobart.

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Man admits Christmas Day murder of woman at home

A man has pleaded guilty to the Christmas Day stabbing murder of a 52-year-old mother at a home in Hobart.

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Beyond Dark Mofo: Tasmania’s incredible 2024 festival lineup

Tasmania’s famous Dark Mofo festival may be on pause, but 2024 is still packed with unique and immersive festivals

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Renewed call for stadium's GST exemption

Tasmania's treasurer has doubled down on his calls for the federal government to provide a GST exemption for Hobart stadium funding.

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Four uncapped sailors with a shot at Hobart history

Four uncapped sailors have the chance to become part of sporting history when they join LawConnect's crew for the Sydney to Hobart yacht race.

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LawConnect skipper lauds win in last race before Hobart

Christian Beck's 100ft supermaxi LawConnect has won line honours at the Big Boat Challenge, while URM Group claimed victory on handicap.

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Epic wilderness adventures: Lincoln Quilliam’s guide to Tasmania’s wild side

Ultramarathon runner Lincoln Quilliam shares the bliss of running Tasmania’s diverse trails – and recommends the best spots for everyone from beginners to lifelong adventurers

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Man accused of murdering baby boy faces court

A 25-year-old man is facing an upgraded charge of murder after the death of a 10-month-old boy in Hobart.

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Hobart man traded Aboriginal human remains for acclaim

A Hobart solicitor was able to build his scientific reputation by trading the remains of Tasmanian Aboriginal people, a Cambridge study reveals.

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Plenty of challengers for Syd-Hob's overall champion

Sam Haynes' Celestial is vying for back-to-back Sydney to Hobart race overall handicap victories but a fleet of 119 other yachts stands in her way.

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Oli the cat to join Bob Williams in Sydney to Hobart

Bob Williams' congenial kitty Oli will join him aboard Sylph VI for this year's Sydney to Hobart.

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Not all smooth sailing as Comanche gears up for Hobart

Sydney to Hobart heavyweight Andoo Comanche is a monohull of unmatched power but as her crew has found out, her greatest strength can be her greatest weakness.

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