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Tasmanian Devil Captured After Escape
A Tasmanian devil named Mary has been captured after escaping and is now receiving veterinary care. The animal was taken to a veterinary hospital following its escape.
The Guardian
Mark Bird Not Charged In Helen Bird Murder
Mark Bird will not be charged with murder in the death of Helen Bird, according to a statement from Tasmanian prosecutors. The decision has drawn criticism regarding the sufficiency of evidence.
Bluesky Social
Tasmanian Health Services Receive Funding
Two primary health services in southern Tasmania have received a funding reprieve after their budgets were cut last week. The state budget had previously reduced funding for these services.
Mastodon
Tasmanian Irrigation Scheme Faces Water Scientist Alarm
A leading water scientist has raised concerns about the $300 million Greater South East Irrigation Scheme near Hobart. The scientist fears the state government will not adequately consider water management issues.
Bluesky Social
Scientists Identify Bird With Guinness Record
A bird has set a Guinness World Record for a non-stop flight that began in Alaska and ended in Tasmania, Australia. The surprising explanation for this feat is being studied by scientists. The bird's journey began in Alas and ended in Tasmania, Australia. The specific record and the species of bird were mentioned. Scientists have identified a bird species that has been recognized by Guinness World Records. The record pertains to a specific biological or behavioral characteristic of the bird.
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Tasmanian Hospo Group IDs Compromised
Hackers from the CMD Organization have compromised the government IDs of employees at a Tasmanian hospitality group. The group claims to have gained access to sensitive employee information.
ABC NewsRadio AU
Critica Limited Taps DRA Global For Study
Critica Limited has engaged engineering firm DRA Global to conduct an underground scoping study. The study focuses on the company's tungsten-tin project located in Tasmania.
Bluesky
Smelter Funding Negotiations Continue In Tasmania And South Australia
A funding agreement to maintain smelters in Hobart and Port Pirie expired on Thursday. The Tasmanian, South Australian, and federal governments previously provided $135 million in August to support the company.
ABC NewsRadio AU
Hobart Bar Owner Found Of Whiskey Charges
A bar in Hobart has been found not guilty of selling counterfeit versions of a popular whiskey brand. The bar, Salamanca Bar, is owned by Mori. Magistrate Andrew McPhee dismissed charges against Mori and his company, Salamanca Bar, which trades as the Salamanca Whiskey Bar.
ABC NewsRadio AU
Hobart Records Warmest May Day In 139 Years
Hobart reached a maximum temperature of 26.9 degrees Celsius just after 2:30 PM today. This marks the warmest May day recorded in 139 years of temperature data in Tasmania. The report was provided by Guy Stena.
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