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2.6KTruganini and the bloody backstory to Victoria’s first public execution
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised this article contains images and names of deceased people. In 1839, George Augustus Robinson...
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Second Letter from PNG, 2nd Battalion Pacific Islands Regiment
I could write numerous letters about PNG and Army life but I run the risk of boring you to tears, dear reader....
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Irish Exiles in Van Diemen’s Land: a few notes by Heather Donaldson
With St Patrick’s Day coming up fast – 17 March, the national day of Ireland – Tasmanian Times is proud to present...
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Devils Blitz Cats; Researchers Suggest Mainland Trial
University of Tasmania researchers are more confident than ever that Tasmanian devils are helping to control Tasmania’s feral cat problem. “When Tasmanian...
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Tas That Was – Hobart: Island Capital (1962)
Visit Hobart in the 1960s by watching the video below! Please be advised that this short film may contain words and descriptions...
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Firefighters may be at Greater Risk of Dying by Suicide than Flames
On-The-Job Stress Elevates Risk Of Suicide Bushfires have been relentless and devastating this year in Australia, with the loss of over 12...
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A Climate Act for Tasmania
Climate change can’t remain unregulated: How jurisdictions are bringing climate under statutory control In the wake of shocking and costly tragedies, like the...
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Don’t miss this Aurora Highlights Compilation!
This stunning compilation was put together by James Stone. The text below is from his Vimeo page. He lives in Hobart and...
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Finland to Build New Spirits after German Deal Collapses
TT-Line has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Finnish ship builder, Rauma Marine Constructions (RMC), to deliver the new Spirit of Tasmania...
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James Cook: The Man Who Mapped The World
Approximately 35,000 years ago, Tasmania was joined to mainland Australia because the sea level was lower than it is today. But when...
