The Examiner
Saturday, 20 April 2024
Health workers need full awareness of consent requirements.
Isabel Bird • 25m ago
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'Anyone can do it, that's the point I'm trying to prove.'
Aaron Smith
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The 1990s heralded fast food's arrival in Launceston. Where to next?
Hamish Geale • 25m ago
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Fast food franchisees Steven Nicholas (above) and Mark Johnson (below) have helped establish big-name brands in Launceston. Pictures by Paul Scambler, Phillip Biggs, file
'I don't see this as something that I can support.'
Aaron Smith • 55m ago
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The Break O'Day Council received a proposal this week to revamp its bins. Supplied picture
The front door of the business was left unlocked.
Anna Houlahan
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A man is spotted on a security camera at the entrance to the business that was allegedly robbed. Picture supplied
Many may have vintage treasures hidden at home.
Carla Mascarenhas
Isabella Galimberti with her collection of toys. Picture: Supplied
Why car spaces are the new investor favourite.
Melissa Kehagias
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The garage comes with a roller door - that rolls up, and rolls down. Not bad for $500,000. Pic: Supplied
Tasmania Devils chair believes statewide approach is evident.
Ben Hann • 55m ago
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The highly-decorated arts leader will helm the organisation through its 50th birthday.
Declan Durrant • 55m ago
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Jane Haley OAM has been announced the new Design Tasmania CEO. Picture by Paul Scambler
The Northern Public House is The Examiner's pub of the week.
Saree Salter
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Owner Shaun Spencer behind the bar at Northern Public House. Picture by Saree Salter
All you need in one place ahead of round one.
Josh Partridge
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Pictures by Paul Scambler, Phillip Biggs and Rod Thompson
Defence lawyer says report shows Inland Fisheries may be exceeding jurisdiction
Nick Clark
Boag's releases new mid-strength beer to meet drinker's taste
Hugh Bohane
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The men were arrested in the early hours of Tuesday this week.
Staff Reporters
Police have charged two men over $83,000 fuel fraud and stealing. Picture by Paul Scambler
The young man was behind the wheel for a 'shocking set of escapades'.
Joe Colbrook
A young man has a long road ahead after a series of 'dreadfully serious' driving charges. File picture
Review found 'weak' evidence about effects of gender medicine.
Benjamin Seeder
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The debate over how to treat gender-diverse children has become toxic, according to a landmark British study. Picture by Adobe Firefly AI/ Illustrative only
Tasracing board rejected Yole's submissions.
Benjamin Seeder
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Tasmania has the lowest levels of adult literacy in Australia.
Annika Rhoades
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Legal Literacy Volunteers coordinator Sarah Ince and volunteer Cecelia Chiu at Launceston Library. Picture by Phillip Biggs
Arts
'Arts making is incredibly important, and sometimes we don't see that.'
Declan Durrant
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Drug reform is not on the agenda of major parties - for now.
Benjamin Seeder
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Efforts to legalise cannabis use are gathering pace around Australia. Source: Firefly AI image/For illustrative purposes only
Woman given suspended sentence for drug possession and multiple thefts.
Joe Colbrook
A woman who committed multiple thefts across Launceston was given a suspended sentence by a magistrate. Picture by Craig George
Jesse Baird and Luke Davies's deaths captivated a nation.
Carla Mascarenhas
HECS-HELP debts are growing faster than some can pay off.
Emily Anderson
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Hannah Pycroft and Baillie McWhirter both have student debts over $50,000 which they are worried they'll never be able to pay off due to high indexation. Pictures supplied
The Wiggles have remixed classic hits for their adult fans.
Anna McGuinness
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The Wiggles Sound System: Rave of Innocence features techno remixes of childhood classic. Picture supplied
Knives, imitation guns and swords were also allegedly sold.
Anna Houlahan
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Armed police officers. Picture Sitthixay Ditthavong
The 16-year-old was interviewed in hospital and charged.
Anna McGuinness
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Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel was delivering a livestreamed sermon when he was allegedly attacked. Picture by Christ The Good Shepherd Church
British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe has moved to reshape United's management structure by handing Jason Wilcox the key role of technical director.
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Tasmania Devils chair believes statewide approach is evident.
Ben Hann • 55m ago
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Tasmania Devils chair Grant O'Brien says the evidence shows the club's efforts to build a relationship with the North of Tasmania. Picture by Brodie Weeding/Solstice Digital
Three African runners slowed deliberately to allow He Jie finish first, according to Chinese officials who have thrown all four out of half marathon.
He Jie ( red shirt, centre) runs with four Africans in last weekend's Beijing Half Marathon. (AP PHOTO)
One of Europe's most in-demand coaches has resisted a return to club management and will instead plot Germany's 2026 World Cup campaign.
'All the praise goes to them because they were amazing.'
Rob Shaw
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Riverside Olympic and Launceston United players take to the pitch on Friday night. Picture by Rob Shaw
A selection of photos from the state titles held in Launceston.
Brian Allen
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Seth Fox at the state under-20 and under-23 weightlifting titles at Unite Strength and Conditioning in Waverley. Pictures by Phillip Biggs
All you need in one place ahead of round one.
Josh Partridge
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Pictures by Paul Scambler, Phillip Biggs and Rod Thompson
Bridgenorth host George Town in NTFA premier division.
Brian Allen
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Mike James, Alvyn Scolyer, Mike Squires and Peter Turmine with the West Tamar representative team replica jumper to be worn by Bridgenorth this weekend. Pictures by Phillip Biggs

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Its owners are moving on after 10 years at the helm.
Hamish Geale
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'The balance of power has switched back to the big cities.'
Jemimah Clegg
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More than half of the 110 suburbs and towns highlighted as strong investment prospects had median house or unit prices of less than $600,000. Pic: Supplied
A fully-developed site could push Hadspen's population towards 4000.
Hamish Geale
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The site of the proposed Willowbank Estate in Hadspen. Picture supplied
Motorists have taken a fancy to a set of historic gateposts.
Hamish Geale
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The building had reached "the end of its useful life".
Hamish Geale
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Machinery demolishes the Anne O'Byrne building in Howick Street. Pictures by Phillip Biggs
"I think [they] will do exceptionally well."
Hamish Geale
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The former Flight Centre site in Kings Meadows. Pictures by Phillip Biggs, Google Maps
Tasmanian technology body fears job loss without dedicated portfolio.
Duncan Bailey
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Elderly dementia patient became agitated as nurse took blood.
Benjamin Seeder
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At least two incidents have occurred at the Launceston General Hospital in the space of a week. File picture
'It's clear we need to change': New Labor leader Dean Winter.
Benjamin Seeder
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Dean Winter (R) unveiled his new shadow cabinet in Hobart on Tuesday alongside Ella Haddad and Josh Willie. Picture by Ben Seeder
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The 'Air Fryer Queen' Steph de Sousa wants to put the fun back into cooking.
Karen Hardy
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Can Steph de Sousa and her new book convince me to try the air fryer? Pictures supplied
The heads of Australia's two largest supermarkets faced tough questions during a Senate committee inquiry examining prices at the checkout.
Andrew Brown
The CEOs of Woolworths and Coles were questioned about the rising cost of supermarket goods. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)
'I'm not interested in your spin or your bulls***.'
Andrew Brown
The bosses of Woolworths and Coles have been grilled over supermarket prices at a Senate inquiry. (Luis Ascui, Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)
A former head of the consumer watchdog has urged for divestiture powers to break up major supermarkets if they breach competition laws.
Andrew Brown and Kat Wong
Coles and Woolworths account for an estimated two-thirds of the food retail sector. (Dan Himbrechts, Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)
Drink in history and the future with a tasting adventure of award-winning Barossa shiraz.
Rosie Ryan
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The Northern Lights hold a fascination for humans the world over.
Emma Brown
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The polar lights in Norway. Picture Shutterstock
Upgrading the litter tray can improve your cat's health and decrease odour.
Elizabeth Habermann
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PetSafe is dedicated to enhancing the bond between pets and their families through innovative pet care solutions with the ScoopFree automatic litter tray their latest product. Picture PetSafe
Before you pack your bags, say adios and head to foreign shores to live, it's important to first make sure you understand any negative implications it could have on your financial situation.
Italy is on the list of the most popular destinations Australians are choosing to make their home after they retire. Picture Shutterstock
From the warm cities of South America to the beauty of Antarctica, this cruise has it all.
Emma Brown
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Cruise the southern most point of South America to Antarctica. Picture Shuttestock

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Half a tonne of sweet greys was transported to the Salvos in a ute.
Hamish Geale
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Motorists have taken a fancy to a set of historic gateposts.
Hamish Geale
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The gateposts on the Mount Pleasant property on Westbury Road. Pictures by Paul Scambler
A former Play School presenter headlines this year's event.
Hamish Geale
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Families at last year's Childrens and Families Festival at Riverbend Park. Picture by Phillip Biggs, Paul Scambler
'We are not satisfied with the direction of the new league.'
Rob Shaw
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Launceston and North were notable absentees when representatives of Deloraine, Scottsdale, Longford and South launched the six-team competition last week. Picture by Paul Scambler
Sub-30s go "crazy" for sugar-dusted, Nutella-injected stunners.
Hamish Geale
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Trevallyn Gourmet Bakery's Tony Mitchell and Joby Chapman with the Nutella hot cross buns. Picture by Paul Scambler
Health workers need full awareness of consent requirements.
Isabel Bird • 25m ago
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The 1990s heralded fast food's arrival in Launceston. Where to next?
Hamish Geale • 25m ago
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Fast food franchisees Steven Nicholas (above) and Mark Johnson (below) have helped establish big-name brands in Launceston. Pictures by Paul Scambler, Phillip Biggs, file
'I don't see this as something that I can support.'
Aaron Smith • 55m ago
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The Break O'Day Council received a proposal this week to revamp its bins. Supplied picture
Tasmania Devils chair believes statewide approach is evident.
Ben Hann • 55m ago
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Tasmania Devils chair Grant O'Brien says the evidence shows the club's efforts to build a relationship with the North of Tasmania. Picture by Brodie Weeding/Solstice Digital
'All the praise goes to them because they were amazing.'
Rob Shaw
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Riverside Olympic and Launceston United players take to the pitch on Friday night. Picture by Rob Shaw
If our Premier could emulate the QLD Premier, I reckon there would be a very loud cheer state wide.
THE talk about fixing the Tamar River has started again.
Letters to the Editor
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The Harry O'May is one of several wrecks tied up on the Tamar River shoreline. Picture by Phillip Biggs
Set a cracking pace on a London trip perfect for teens.
Danielle Teutsch
Picking one won't be easy, but our experts are here to help.
Mal Chenu and Amy Cooper
The ultimate Australian outback showdown - Kimberley v Kakadu
Hotel Review: Crystalbrook Byron
Kate Cox
Crystalbrook, Byron Bay. Picture supplied
Wildlife encounters that'll leave you speechless.
Rob McFarland
Unforgettable moments you can only have at this South African game reserve
From budget to bucket-list, we have the full lowdown.
Akash Arora
Heading to Paris for the Olympics? Here's our pick of the city's best hotels
Car Expert
Australian Road Rules say that interfering with the driver’s control of the vehicle is an offence, however there is a 'but'!
Matt Campbell
The next-generation Toyota Kluger is set to feature electric power, according to a report out of the US.
Jordan Mulach
Local trademark filings have pointed to BYD using the Shark name for its upcoming ute, while the company is also protecting the name of a plug-in hybrid sedan.
William Stopford
Before Top Gear Australia arrives on Paramount+ next month, the streaming service has teased what to expect from the relaunched show.
Jordan Mulach
Tesla shareholders will vote on CEO Elon Musk's long-awaited US$56bn (A$86.9bn) pay package – and a move to Texas – in June.
Jordan Mulach
The Senior
Think you're smarter than The Lightning Bolt? Find out all about the new Chaser in Australia.
Therese Murray
Proposed law changes to reduce financial elder abuse.
Eileen Wood
The Standing Council of Attorneys-General is looking into changes to financial Enduring Powers of Attorney. Picture Shutterstock
Persistence has paid off for veterans golfer Rita Gounder.
Rowan Cowley
Rita Gounder is Western Sydney Region Veteran Golf Association's ladies player of the year. Picture supplied

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The El Nino may be dead, but concerns raised about another climate driver.
Andrew Miller
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Almost 4000 cattle were yarded for the store sale at Bairnsdale.
Barry Murphy
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Stuart, Robin and Mac Stagg, Tambo Crossing, sold 186 Angus steers and 111 Angus heifers.
Feedlotters and commission buyers stay competitive on heavy cattle at Ballarat.
Philippe Perez
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Jan Ibs von Seht, J & R Farming, Moyston, sold five, 537kg, Simmental steers, for 283c/kg or $1520 and eight, 408kg, Simmentel steers, for 330c/kg or $1350. Picture by Philippe Perez
Clarifying the difference between a carport and a garage
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Renter-friendly tips and tricks that wont sacrifice your bond.
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DIY guru Geneva Vanderzeil recently tackled an easy mirror project using Bunnings' Estilo mirror and some stained hobby wood, creating an impressive but affordable statement piece for her bedroom. Picture supplied
Many may have vintage treasures hidden at home.
Carla Mascarenhas
Isabella Galimberti with her collection of toys. Picture: Supplied

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