Loretta Lohberger

The lawyer who has helped win a $75 million payout to former Ashley Youth Detention Centre detainees says the fact their stories of abuse have been believed is "as important" as the monetary compensation they will receive — which in some cases could be up to a million dollars.

Organisers of the Royal Hobart Show have seen an increase in craft entries this year, especially by young people. It comes as more people feel the social and mental health benefits of expressing themselves creatively. 

Two years ago, the Tasmanian government released concept designs for wider pathways for pedestrians and cyclists on the Tasman Bridge. Now, the government says it cannot be done without spending significantly more money than it budgeted.

Police say a volunteer firefighter aged in his 60s died on Flinders Island after he was hit by a police vehicle being driven by an on-duty officer.

Scientists working to conserve the endangered Maugean skate are celebrating the first skate to hatch from an egg laid in captivity.

A tearful Devarshi Deka and family thank those who have played a part in the successful campaign for him to secure permanent residency in Australia and, with it, ongoing health care.

Julian Porteous, an exorcist, evangelist and outspoken critic of “woke” ideas, has turned 75 and submitted his resignation as Archbishop of Hobart. He leaves behind a controversial legacy.

The Earth has experienced its strongest geomagnetic storm of the past 20 years, resulting in stunning light displays across the globe. But what are geomagnetic storms exactly and do they present a risk to people or the planet?

Dr Viet Tran is the deputy director of the Royal Hobart Hospital's emergency department. He's sharing his experiences of emergency medicine in the hope that some of the challenges faced by EDs can be overcome, and better understood by the community.

Speaking on behalf of some of the victim-survivors, their families and whistleblowers who engaged with Tasmania's child sexual abuse commission of inquiry, Katrina Munting called on the state government to offer more support for victim-survivors and to respond more quickly to the commission's recommendations.