Pint-sized penguin finds way into pub on Hobart waterfront
Pint-sized penguin finds way into pub on Hobart waterfront Updated March 02, 2016 18:52:27 In a moment of lunchtime comedy a penguin has walked across a busy road on Hobart's waterfront and found refuge in a local pub.It seems the little penguin dodged traffic on busy Morrison Street, before finding shade under a car outside Customs House hotel where he was found by bar staff.He was soon dubbed Pablo the Penguin, although the warm reception inside did not woo him. "Fair..>> view originalHobart traffic snarls worsen despite Government promises for ...
Hobart traffic snarls worsen despite Government promises for clearer runs Posted March 02, 2016 17:44:40 Hobart's traffic woes continue to worsen, despite State Government assurances that measures are in place to ease congestion. Traffic jams had been an unknown stress for drivers in Hobart, but many motorists says they are suddenly doubling their daily drive times.Construction at the Royal Hobart Hospital has forced the closure of Liverpool Street until Sunday, and r..>> view originalThree teens charged with car theft after Hobart crash which killed ...
Sarah Paino with partner Daniel Stirling and their first-born son. (Turnbull Family Funerals) Three teenagers will face motor vehicle theft charges over their involvement in a car crash in Hobart which killed a pregnant mother, following a review of evidence. Sarah Paino, 24, died in January after the allegedly stolen car smashed into her vehicle while she was 32 weeks pregnant.Her baby miraculously survived. The three passengers, two aged 15 and one 12-year-old will not face more serious char..>> view originalExpeditioners stranded by crippled Aurora Australis to return to Hobart
Damaged icebreaker Aurora Australis cleared to return to Australia without expeditioners Updated March 02, 2016 19:27:49 The damaged icebreaker Aurora Australis has been cleared to return to Australia but without the expeditioners.The icebreaker ran aground near Mawson Station during a blizzard a week ago, damaging the hull.The P&O Maritime ship was assessed as seaworthy and will make the 11-day return trip with only essential crew on board.Shaun Deshommes from P&O said..>> view originalTasmania records nation's biggest jump in international visitors
Tasmania records nation's biggest jump in international visitors Posted March 02, 2016 19:08:36 Tasmania recorded the largest increase in international visitor numbers of any Australian state last year, with 20 per cent more overseas tourists compared with 2014.Tourism Research Australia's latest survey found 211,000 international tourists visited Tasmania in 2015.Nationally the number of international visitors grew by 8 per cent to 6.9 million.Chris Griffin from Tour..>> view originalTasmanian Fire chief 'ashamed' he had to turn away interstate ...
Tasmanian Fire chief 'ashamed' he had to turn away interstate firefighters at height of blazes Updated March 02, 2016 15:41:14 Tasmania's fire chief felt "ashamed to part of the organisation" when he had to refuse help from Sydney firefighters due to union complaints, an inquiry hears. Gavin Freeman was the first witness to front hearings into the funding and capacity of the Tasmanian Fire Service (TFS).The inquiry was set up before lightning strikes sparked an unpreced..>> view originalAnti-poker machine activists release interactive map showing ...
Anti-poker machine activists release interactive map showing harmful effects By Pablo Vinales Updated March 02, 2016 18:36:01 Anglicare Tasmania has unveiled an interactive map highlighting the amount of money lost to poker machines around Tasmania. Key points:Map reveals Glenorchy, Devonport and Launceston lose most to pokiesEach pokie in Glenorchy takes $74,496 each yearAbout 2,500 Tasmanians account for one third of total losses to pokies Hobart's outer subur..>> view original
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