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A police officer, a red light, and a family left forever shattered

NSW man Tony Campbell was killed when police officer Aaron Bonner ran a red light in Launceston.

Newcastle Herald

Mother tells Tasmania's child abuse commission of inquiry of feeling ignored, belittled by Launceston hospital staff

A mother increasingly frantic over what was happening to her daughter at a Tasmanian hospital says she called a child safety service because she did not know who else to turn to.

ABC News

Targa Tasmania kicks off with changes a year after three competitors died in the space of two days

The 30th Targa Tasmania car rally kicks off in northern Tasmania, with a ceremonial start to the event before competitors take on stages in Hillwood and George Town.

ABC News

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Paddy McCartin fails concussion test in Sydney Swans' comeback AFL win over Hawthorn

Sydney is buoyed by the condition of Paddy McCartin after he suffered a head knock and was subbed out during the Swans' come-from-behind victory over Hawthorn in Launceston.

ABC News

Sydney surge past Hawks in AFL comeback

The Sydney Swans have finished with a nine-goal final term to notch a 41-point comeback win over Hawthorn at University of Tasmania Stadium in Launceston.

AAP

Collingwood prevails against Essendon in gripping Anzac Day AFL blockbuster at MCG

Collingwood scores an 11-point victory over Essendon in their traditional Anzac Day match In front of a massive crowd of more than 84,000 spectators at the MCG.

ABC News

Western Utd beat Bulls, close on City

Western United are just two points behind A-League Men leaders Melbourne City and can dare to dream of silverware after beating Macarthur FC 2-0 in Launceston.

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Bridget Archer facing Ross Hart in fight for Bass, which Liberals hold by margin of just 0.4 per cent

In the marginal Tasmanian seat of Bass, sitting Liberal member Bridget Archer is going up against the former member, Labor's Ross Hart.

ABC News

Tasmania Police officer pleads guilty over crash which killed NSW tourist in Launceston

A suspended Tasmanian police officer who killed a pedestrian and critically injured another pleads guilty to causing death by dangerous driving.

ABC News

Australia’s 10 best public pools – sorted

From the Pilbara to Launceston, here are some of the country’s most outstanding public pools

The Guardian - AU

Launceston Gorge Hotel extra height approved, as opponents bemoan 'monstrous' plan

The spokesperson for a group opposed to a "monstrous building of glass and mirrors" development warns Launceston could become "just another city … like Hobart" if it goes ahead, as those behind the project welcome a big planning win.

ABC News

JackJumpers win ugly over Breakers in NBL

It wasn't pretty but Tasmania JackJumpers found a way to defeat New Zealand Breakers and win their first home game in Launceston.

AAP

Tasmania's planned $750 million Hobart stadium divides opinion as state appeals for an AFL licence

Plans for a $750 million AFL stadium in Hobart divide opinion, with some seeing it as big step towards a Tasmanian team but others scoffing at the price amid a pandemic.

ABC News

Australians paying record transport costs

Hobart and Launceston residents spend highest share of household income on fuel costs as the country pays $70 more at the bowser than they were a year ago.

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Here Are The Official Best Towns In Australia For 2022, And I’ll See You In Tassie I Guess

Time to deplete that annual leave.

AAP

Sturridge injured as Bulls beat Glory

Macarthur have notched their second win on the trot after beating Perth Glory 1-0 in Launceston.

The New Daily

How Launceston took out a top travel gong in the eclectic Town of The Year awards

Launceston has been crowned as the best Australian town to visit for 2022, with other eclectic and perhaps unexpected choices rounding out the top 10.

AAP

Launceston sparkles in Aussie town award

The Tasmanian city of Launceston has been commended for its natural geography, good food and fine wine.

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Fornaroli lifts Glory out of ALM cellar

Bruno Fornaroli has scored twice to give Perth a 2-0 A-League Men win over Brisbane in Launceston and lift the Glory off the bottom of the ladder.

ABC News

Thousands of homes left empty in Tasmania despite critical rental shortage

An analysis of Taswater data suggests that thousands of investors are choosing to leave their properties empty, despite Hobart having the tightest rental market in the country.

AAP

Glory to play ALM, ALW games in Tasmania

Perth Glory's time on the road will be extended with the club to play three A-League Men fixtures and one A-League Women game in Launceston.

ABC News

Tasmania set to bid for 2026 Commonwealth Games

Hobart and Launceston could host the 2026 Commonwealth Games under a bold bid to take the athletic showpiece to Tasmania.

ABC News

Recycal Newnham facility fire sends smoke over Launceston as scrap metal burns

A fire at a scrap metal facility in Tasmania's north is proving difficult to extinguish due to the shredded "combustible" material inside the warehouse, firefighters say.

The Guardian - AU

‘We are tearing open that wound’: the First Nations artists reclaiming Tasmania

For the island’s Mona Foma festival, public spaces ‘dripping in colonialism’ have been disrupted with screams, violence and truth

ABC News

Body of female swimmer found by Tasmania Police at Cataract Gorge

Police divers find the body of a female swimmer who had been missing at Launceston's Cataract Gorge since Tuesday.

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