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Final report released into driverless freight train that sped out of control for 23 minutes

Concerns were raised about the safety of remote control technology in the lead-up to a driverless freight train speeding uncontrolled for more than 20 minutes in Tasmania, ultimately resulting in two people being struck with flying debris when it was forcibly derailed.

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In-principle agreement on Tassie AFL side

The Tasmanian government and AFL have reached an in-principle agreement on commercial terms for the island state's 19th licence bid.

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Tasmanian education staff survey finds 20pc don't feel safe in workplace, 25pc not happy to speak up

Many Tasmanian education department staff do not feel physically safe in their workplace and one in four do not feel confident to speak about their concerns, a new survey finds.

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Victorian man who killed boy while felling tree in Tasmania sentenced to more than four years' jail

After seven years of delays and an emotional criminal trial, a Victorian man who killed the child of his partner while felling a tree in southern Tasmania has been jailed.

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Jail for tree-felling death of Tas boy

A 40-year-old man has been jailed for four years and nine months for causing the death of a seven-year-old boy while cutting a tree for firewood in Tasmania.

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Historic Vaucluse farm sells for more than $100m, setting new bar for Tasmania

A historic 1830s Georgian homestead and rural property in Tasmania's Midlands sells for more than $100 million.

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Daniel Hughes stars as NSW crush Tasmania

Daniel Hughes has made it three centuries in four one-day games for NSW this summer, helping lift the Blues to a crushing 160-run victory over Tasmania.

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Charles sends message of support after ‘terrible’ floods in Australia

The east of Australia has experienced heavy downpours which flooded large parts of New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania.

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Human voices, including ABC presenters, deter feral deer from Tasmanian farm

As farmers around the country grapple with how to keep feral deer at bay, a study in Tasmania finds voices like those of ABC presenter Richard Fidler may hold the key.

ABC News

Jail over fatal Tas birthday party crash

A 26-year-old man has been jailed for three years for a crash that killed his friend during birthday celebrations in rural Tasmania.

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Five accused of Bobby Medcraft murder in Burnie found not guilty, but four guilty of manslaughter

Five people charged with the alleged sword murder of Bobby Medcraft in north-west Tasmania in 2020 are found not guilty.

ABC News

Southern Tasmania hit with snow and heavy rain as cold front moves through

Just days after southern Tasmania experienced its first taste of summer, the region has been slammed by wild weather, with heavy rain forecast and snow falling.

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Southern Cross Care's overhaul of Tasmanian homes dismissed by union as 'diabolical'

Tasmania's largest aged care provider plans to train food preparation staff to also directly care for residents as part of an operational overhaul, but the union representing many of its workers has labelled it "diabolical".

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Tasmanian salmon farms used more than a tonne of antibiotics in 2022 disease outbreaks

Tassal and Huon Aquaculture did not announce use of antibiotics, which may contribute to growth of antibiotic-resistant superbugs

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Tasmania aged care provider details reform

Tasmania's largest not-for-profit aged care provider will introduce sweeping changes to services after a royal commission heard harrowing stories of neglect.

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French stamp on Tasmanian rose production paying dividends in cut flower market

An Australian rose growing operation has been working with a French breeder for more than 40 years and the partnership is still going strong.

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Fruit and vegetable price hikes a struggle for shoppers wanting to support local farmers

Empty shop freezers and price hikes challenge shoppers but they are not blaming farmers, who have lost critical growing windows due to a rolling sequence of natural disasters.

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Hawthorn president hopefuls Peter Nankivell, Andy Gowers aim to woo Tasmanian AFL fans in Launceston visit

Both candidates for the Hawthorn president job say they support Tasmania's bid for a standalone AFL team, as they visit the island in an attempt woo local Hawks fans to help them get elected.

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Tigers all out for 333 v NSW in the Shield

Tasmania recovered from 3-14 to post 333 thanks to Matthew Wade's century against New South Wales in their Sheffield Shield clash in Hobart.

ABC News

With orchids and carnivorous plants abloom in Tasmania's forests, it's a risky time of year for insects

Sexual deception and sticky tentacles are just some of the risks faced by insects in Tasmanian forests at this time of year.

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Tasmanian Attorney-General appointed members for TASCAT outside panel's recommendations

Tasmania's Attorney-General says she chose members for a tribunal who were not recommended by its selection panel because she wanted to preserve the tribunal's independence from politics.

AAP

Wade leads Tasmania fightback against NSW

Matthew Wade often thrives in a crisis and his unbeaten 68 has taken Tasmania to 5-157 at tea on day one of the Sheffield Shield clash after NSW struck early.

ABC News

Cheaper freight, luxury yachts: the $35 million plan to transform the Bridport waterfront

The port of Bridport in northern Tasmania is a nightmare to navigate, but if a new $35 million channel is built, it could clear the way for cheaper freight and "tens of thousands" of pleasure craft.

ABC News

No end in sight to stand-off between Tasmanian public sector workers and government over pay

The stand-off between Tasmania's public sector workers and the state government is continuing with no end-point in sight — but what would the repercussions be for everyday Tasmanians?

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Discrimination, sexual harassment still touch the lives of too many, commissioner says as new report released

Tasmania's anti-discrimination commissioner says it is evident that discrimination, sexual harassment and incitement to hatred continue to touch the lives of too many in the state, as a new report reveals the stories of some affected.

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