Dark Mofo set to stay at waterfront
Mofo curator Brian Ritchie reflects on another successful festival. Picture: LUKE BOWDENAS MOFO’S move to Mona is hailed as a huge success, the festival’s midwinter sister, Dark Mofo, has committed to staying in downtown Hobart long-term.After seven years based on the Hobart waterfront, the hub of this year’s Mofo festival, which officially finished on Monday, was moved to Mona’s Berriedale site, with thousands of people flocking to the three-day “Weekend at Walshy’s” party that featured perform..>> view originalMillrace has form to claim Guineas
Millrace (Brendon McCoull) winning her maiden over 1420m in Launceston. Picture: TASRACINGMILLRACE has emerged from her maiden win in top order, paving the way for the filly’s tilt at tonight’s Thousand Guineas (1600m) in Launceston.She was very impressive winning her maiden over 1420m last week and despite a wide barrier (9) tonight her co-trainer Chris Crook is confident Millrace can win the $30,000 race for three-year-old fillies.“The only query is whether she will handle backing up only a we..>> view originalLucille Butterworth inquest: Coroner urged to conclude missing ...
Lucille Butterworth inquest: Coroner urged to conclude missing Tasmanian woman killed soon after her disappearance Updated January 20, 2016 11:58:38 Lucille Butterworth, the part-time model who went missing in Tasmania 46 years ago, was most likely killed soon after she disappeared, a coroner has been urged to conclude. Key pointsCounsel assisting the coroner urges a finding of homicideSubmission that is was now not possible to precisely determine a cause of death Coro..>> view originalThe biggest shock in Australian Open
Lleyton Hewitt's farewell tour rolls on3:04Australian Open: 34-year-old Lleyton Hewitt has turned in a vintage performance, beating fellow Aussie wildcard James Duckworth to move into the second round of his 20th and final visit to Melbourne Park. Mark Edmondson (right) shaking hands with John Newcombe after winning the 1976 Australian Open final.YOU can’t talk about the 1976 Australian Open — the last time a local hope won the men’s singles — without mentioning who was missing from Melbourne t..>> view originalPort Arthur massacre: 20th anniversary organisers in Tasmania ...
Port Arthur massacre: 20th anniversary organisers in Tasmania predict mixed reaction to commemoration Posted January 20, 2016 13:08:53 Port Arthur massacre 20th anniversary service organisers expect opinion will be divided about another major public commemoration in Tasmania. Key pointsThere will be public services to mark 20 years since 35 people were shot dead at the Port Arthur historical site in Tasmania in 1996Organisers expect there will be a mixed reaction, ..>> view originalAustralian petrol prices drop below $1 with world oil prices at record ...
Australian petrol prices drop below $1 with world oil prices at record lows Updated January 20, 2016 12:40:55 Record low world oil prices are beginning to flow through to the pump at Australian service stations. Key points:Unleaded price drops below $1 per litre at service stations in Sydney, AdelaideConsumer watchdog concerned savings aren't being passed onLowest average prices in Adelaide; Hobart the most expensive The price of unleaded petrol has dipped below $1 p..>> view originalRichter warns of talent drain
HOBART City coach Kane Richter says TSL clubs and the league must work together better to present the competition as a more attractive option after star forward Julian Dobosz’s move to the VFL.Hobart City’s Julian Dobosz has taken up an opportunity in the VFL.Dobosz, who kicked 51 goals for the Demons last season after a mighty pre-season in the gym transformed him from whippet to warrior, has joined fellow Tasmanians George Burbury, Ollie Jones and coach Paul Hudson at 2015 VFL preliminary fina..>> view originalServices to mark 20th anniversary of tragedy
SIMULTANEOUS services will be held in Hobart and Port Arthur on April 28 to mark the 20th anniversary of one of Tasmania’s darkest days.Memorial cross at the Port Arthur Historic Site. Picture: LEIGH WINBURNA lone gunman shot 35 people dead and injured 23 others at Port Arthur on April 28, 1996.To mark this significant anniversary and at the request of people closely affected by the shootings, the 20th anniversary of the Port Arthur massacre will be commemorated in a service at the Port Arthur H..>> view originalFireworks show in Hobart harbour tonight to welcome Azamara Quest
Boutique cruise ship Azamara Quest at Portside Wharf in Brisbane. Picture: TIM MARSDENA FIREWORKS display will greet the 680 passengers and 400 crew on board cruise ship the Azamara Quest when it makes its maiden call to Hobart tonight.The fireworks are part of a bespoke event — dubbed the AzAmazing Evening — arranged for passengers by Azamara Club Cruises to showcase Australia’s southern-most capital.The pool deck on the Azamara Quest.The ship will dock at Macquarie Wharf 2 at 6.30pm, with fest..>> view originalReturn tennis to Burnie
Senior reporter LIBBY BINGHAM gives her perspective on the world THE status of Lleyton Hewitt's lap of honour at the Australian Open was still unfolding last night as this was written.Hewitt will be missed in future years.His 'never say die' attitude on a court sets him apart.When his back is against the wall, he just keeps on going and by giving it his absolute best shot - win or lose - you can admire that approach.This Coaster is back on the tennis bandwagon again this week beca..>> view original
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