The Examiner
Friday, 26 April 2024
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The 34 year-old faces counts of penetrative sex abuse of child.
Benjamin Seeder • 54m ago
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'It's a one-off, money-can't-buy experience.'
Ben Hann • 7m ago
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Police say the two youths are back in custody.
Duncan Bailey • 1hr ago
Ashley Youth Detention Centre. Picture by Paul Scambler
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Old Scotch's Connor Bryant. Picture by Phillip Biggs
Multiple buildings at the university have been evacuated.
Carla Mascarenhas • 35m ago
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Sydney University is one of the top higher education institutions in Australia. Picture: Sydney University
Social media platform X disagrees with calls to censor content.
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Opposition leader Peter Dutton said Australia 'can't be internet police of the world' as the eSafety Commissioner pushes X to remove video of the Wakeley church stabbing. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
The Ottavios top tips on choosing a reno ripe home for profit.
Melissa Kehagias
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The couple bought the house in 2020 for $1.02 million and after extensive renovations it sold for $1.825 million. Pic: Supplied
Man charged with numerous frauds totalling $100,000.
Duncan Bailey • 1hr ago
The production - filled with exceptional performances - asks big questions.
Declan Durrant • 1hr ago
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Travis Hennessy, Lyndon Riggall and Lauchy Hansen star in the Launceston Players' new, grisly production of 'The Pillowman'. Picture by Declan Durrant
Katrina Cook was made homeless after her rental's plumbing failed
Hugh Bohane • 1hr ago
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Katrina Cook of George Town, and her van she has been living in.
Picture by Paul Scambler
Lachlan Le Fevre to be sentence next month
Nick Clark • 1hr ago
'A fair bit of gear': Man pleads guilty over $54,000 airport drug bust
Tree feller's negligence highlighted in findings into tragedy.
Helen Kempton • 2hrs ago
Jeremy Rockliff has a shaky new coalition to contend with.
Benjamin Seeder • 2hrs ago
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Kristie Johnston and David O'Byrne. File picture
What's on
Looking for something to do? Here are some ideas.
Standing with Shazia will hold its first fundraising event this Saturday, 27.
Kim Eastman and Shelly Ramm, creators of Standing with Shazia to support women in Afghanistan. Picture supplied
'That's the world we live in and that's the expectation.'
Ben Hann
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Tasmanian AFLW player Emma Humphries was part of Tasmania Football Club's launch of the Devils. Picture by Linda Higginson/Solstice Digital
Free hazardous waste collection available in May.
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NRM North launched a new initiative to collect unwanted chemical waste for free. File picture
Health
AMA urges Australians to continue getting vaccinated.
Duncan Bailey
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There's a massive in for Bridport this weekend!
Josh Partridge
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Bracknell coach Brett Mansell. Picture by Craig George
What surprise that no Community 'Representations' were received?
Letters to the Editor
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Sustainable Timer not included in Buy Local change.
Benjamin Seeder
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Treasurer Michael Ferguson with representatives of Andrew Walter Constructions this week. Picture supplied
"I really enjoy playing the way that we do."
Josh Partridge
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Harry Bayles gets a kick away against Glenorchy last weekend. Picture by Craig George
Catholic Health Australia says women will be hit hardest.
Ben Silvester
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A Sydney barrister will get $150,000 from Nine over its "extravagant, excessive and sensationalist" reporting of a bitter custody battle for Oscar the cavoodle.
Miklos Bolza • 38m ago
Gina Edwards has been awarded $150,000 for Nine reports of a custody dispute over cavoodle Oscar. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)
It's the second stabbing at the shopping centre in a week.
Anna McGuinness
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Six males were allegedly fighting inside Highpoint Shopping Centre and two were armed with machetes according to police. File picture
Four pods of pilot whales were involved in the mass stranding.
Anna McGuinness
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Between 50 and 100 pilot whales are stranded at Toby's Inlet near Dunsborough in Western Australia on April 25. Picture via Facebook/Parks and Wildlife Service, Western Australia
Drones have joined the war on fire ants as investigations continue into the first detection of the super pest in the Murray Darling Basin, west of Brisbane.
Tracey Ferrier • 6m ago
The drones are capable of spreading fire ant bait over more than 200 hectares a day. (HANDOUT/NATIONAL FIRE ANT ERADICATION PROGRAM)
'It's a one-off, money-can't-buy experience.'
Ben Hann • 7m ago
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FootyHQ is a new newsletter help you get ahead of the big weekend of footy.
Old Scotch's Connor Bryant. Picture by Phillip Biggs
'That's the world we live in and that's the expectation.'
Ben Hann
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Tasmanian AFLW player Emma Humphries was part of Tasmania Football Club's launch of the Devils. Picture by Linda Higginson/Solstice Digital
There's a massive in for Bridport this weekend!
Josh Partridge
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"I really enjoy playing the way that we do."
Josh Partridge
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Harry Bayles gets a kick away against Glenorchy last weekend. Picture by Craig George
Teenage darts sensation Luke Littler has claimed a sweet Premier League victory in Liverpool despite a hostile crowd.
Jonathan Veal
Luke Littler silenced the boo-brigade on his way to winning the Premier League event in Liverpool. (AP PHOTO)
'We know the Silverdome could do with some investment.'
Ben Hann
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The JackJumpers' future at the Silverdome remains up in the air. Picture by Paul Scambler
Josie enjoying balancing act between basketball and study.
Brian Allen
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Josie Pinkerton in her UTAS women's jersey and while playing for Launceston Tornadoes this season (insert). Pictures by Brian Allen, supplied by Launceston Tornadoes

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Youth fashion label Factorie has quietly shut its doors.
Hamish Geale
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'I can't see why it wouldn't be a winner.'
Hamish Geale
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Would the first floor of Launceston's former Coles Variety Store suit a rooftop bar? Pictures by Paul Scambler, Shutterstock
"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
The home has been held for more than 18 years.
Melissa Kehagias
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Its owners are moving on after 10 years at the helm.
Hamish Geale
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The Central Highlands Lodge in Miena is selling for the first time in a decade. Pictures supplied
One of Launceston's most prominent retail sites is up for grabs.
Hamish Geale
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The corner of Brisbane and Charles Streets, as seen in April 2024 and April 1974. Pictures by Paul Scambler, file
Jeremy Rockliff has a shaky new coalition to contend with.
Benjamin Seeder • 2hrs ago
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Mental health reform announced for Tasmanian children.
Duncan Bailey
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Eric Trevan (4), Dominic Schlimmer (2), and Seth Trevan 6 at the East Tamar muylatina Child and Family Learning Centre. Pictures by Paul Scambler
Strong Hydro performance means cash flows back to households.
Joe Colbrook
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Energy minister Nick Duigan (inset) says power price relief promised on the campaign trail will soon flow to households and small businesses. Pictures by Paul Scambler, Rod Thompson
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Looking for something to do? Here are some ideas.
There are plenty of delicious reasons to move with the seasons.
Karen Hardy
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Angela Clutton's new book offers some handy lessons on adjusting with the seasons. Pictures supplied
Using only basic pantry ingredients, they're a delicious treat.
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Is there an easier treat to whip than an Anzac biscuit. Picture Shutterstock
Looking for something to do? Here are some ideas.
Alene Kieser at her new solo exhibition, 'Off The Wall', at the Windsor Community Precinct at Riverside. Picture by Phillip Biggs
The 'Air Fryer Queen' Steph de Sousa wants to put the fun back into cooking.
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Can Steph de Sousa and her new book convince me to try the air fryer? Pictures supplied
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.
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Cruise the southern most point of South America to Antarctica. Picture Shuttestock

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'[There's] just a general non-engagement from ... State Growth.'
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The backpacks include new underwear, food and hygiene products.
Hamish Geale
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Riverside Lions Club duo Rod Peck and Brian Dunham and Shekinah House co-ordinator Louise Cowan. The club donated 50 backpacks for newly homeless people in Launceston. Picture by Paul Scambler
Half a tonne of sweet greys was transported to the Salvos in a ute.
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Norwood's Bill Allan with a loaded crate of pumpkins. Picture by Phillip Biggs
Motorists have taken a fancy to a set of historic gateposts.
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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
'It's a one-off, money-can't-buy experience.'
Ben Hann • 7m ago
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Multiple buildings at the university have been evacuated.
Carla Mascarenhas • 35m ago
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Sydney University is one of the top higher education institutions in Australia. Picture: Sydney University
The 34 year-old faces counts of penetrative sex abuse of child.
Benjamin Seeder • 54m ago
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A spokesperson confirmed a St Patrick's staff member has been charged with child sex offences by police. Picture by Craig George
Man charged with numerous frauds totalling $100,000.
Duncan Bailey • 1hr ago
Tasmania Police charge man over $100,000 Facebook fraud
The production - filled with exceptional performances - asks big questions.
Declan Durrant • 1hr ago
No comments
Travis Hennessy, Lyndon Riggall and Lauchy Hansen star in the Launceston Players' new, grisly production of 'The Pillowman'. Picture by Declan Durrant
What surprise that no Community 'Representations' were received?
Letters to the Editor
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Many Examiner readers don't like the development plans.
Uproar over old TasTAFE Wellington Street hotel development approval
Letters to the editor | Monday April 22, 2024
Letters to the Editor
The Pon Rabble II is just one of several wrecks along the Tamar, with one reader casting doubt on whether it and others will be removed. Picture by Rod Thompson
Here's where to go for top-notch cocktails and bites.
Akash Arora
A bygone spiritual era reveals itself in mountains and forests.
Laura Waters
Mystical moments: This is Japan but not as you know it
Head off the tourist trail for a delicious evening ritual.
Tim Richards
Want to taste top-notch tapas? This is the Spanish city to visit
From cool pools to chopper rides, here's the posh LA guide.
Bronwen Gora
The LA neighbourhood where you can live it up like a celebrity
One's great for business class, while the other nails long-haul.
These airlines have just been ranked as the best for Australians
Car Expert
For the second time this month, Tesla has decreased the price of its Model 3 electric sedan, starting from less than $60,000 once more.
Jordan Mulach
The Tesla Model Y has been treated to its second price cut in less than three weeks for Australia, bringing the opening price to just above $60k.
Scott Collie
The first electric Range Rover is taking shape, with testing taking place in -40 degree weather on frozen Swedish lakes.
Scott Collie
Range Rover Electric: First look at first-ever EV
Hyundai Australia is offering discounted drive-away prices on Venue base models in both manual or automatic guise until the end of April.
Josh Nevett
Hyundai Venue deals: Drive-away discounts available in April
A plug-in hybrid powertrain has given the Mercedes-AMG GT a significant boost, with its 0-100km/h sprint time putting its hypercar to shame.
Jordan Mulach
Mercedes-AMG GT coupe packs 600kW plug-in hybrid V8
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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Strong interest in quality feeder steers at Leongatha's fortnightly store sale.
Andrew Miller • 1hr ago
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Sheep farmers should be optimistic for the future, says leader.
Barry Murphy
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Sheep Producers Australia (SPA) chief executive Bonnie Skinner at the Future Ag Expo. Picture by Barry Murphy
Machinery automation may solve farming's labour challenges.
Barry Murphy
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CNH Industrial Australia and New Zealand managing director Brandon Stannett at the Future Ag Expo. Picture by Barry Murphy
Understanding how to handle your pet reptile correctly is crucial.
There are plenty of delicious reasons to move with the seasons.
Karen Hardy
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Angela Clutton's new book offers some handy lessons on adjusting with the seasons. Pictures supplied
Using only basic pantry ingredients, they're a delicious treat.
Karen Hardy
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Is there an easier treat to whip than an Anzac biscuit. Picture Shutterstock

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