The Advocate
Friday, 19 April 2024
Fourteen residents submit template letter in response to plans.
Jess Flint
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Drug reform is not on the agenda of major parties - for now.
Benjamin Seeder
Department asked to get it right and not create more hazards.
Sean Ford
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Travelling the Lyell Highway. Picture by Phillip Biggs
Jahnig says there was no ammo for gun police found in bedroom.
Helen Kempton
The Burnie court complex. Picture file.
Why car spaces are the new investor favourite.
Melissa Kehagias
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The garage comes with a roller door - that rolls up, and rolls down. Not bad for $500,000. Pic: Supplied
The front door of the business was left unlocked.
Anna Houlahan
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A man is spotted on a security camera at the entrance to the business that was allegedly robbed. Picture supplied
Many may have vintage treasures hidden at home.
Carla Mascarenhas
Isabella Galimberti with her collection of toys. Picture: Supplied
'It can be intimidating coming to a male dominated sport.'
Emily Clooney
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North West Umpires Association's Tiana Bisinella is hoping to encourage more women to join the ranks for the NWFL season. Picture by Katri Strooband
Good News
'Tassie has always been an escape to nature for me.'
Jess Flint
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Their basketball careers have reached new heights already.
Laura Smith
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Campbell Jones and Mason Ling played a big part in Tasmania's recent campaign at the under 18 basketball nationals. Pictures by Katri Strooband
Diversions remain in place as injured taken to hospital.
Helen Kempton
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The state's oldest axeman has called time on a decorated career.
Laura Smith
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Gerald Stubbs has called time on his 52-year woodchopping career, competing at his last event earlier this year at the age of 82. Pictures by Katri Strooband
Review found 'weak' evidence about effects of gender medicine.
Benjamin Seeder
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The debate over how to treat gender-diverse children has become toxic, according to a landmark British study. Picture by Adobe Firefly AI/ Illustrative only
The 24-year-old is looking forward to starting the season.
Emily Clooney
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New early learning centre should be open in 2025. More planned.
Helen Kempton
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Lady Gowrie Tasmania CEO Mat Rowell with some children at an early learning centre. Picture Lady Gowrie Tasmania.
Tasracing board rejected Yole's submissions.
Benjamin Seeder
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Engagement increased tenfold since gateway artwork survey.
Jess Flint
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The Burnie Arts and Function Centre era will be over after a rebrand is adopted. File picture.
A West Coast landmark with a rich history has reopened as a B&B
Libby Bingham
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Ralph and Renate Wildenauer outside their historic Hunters Hotel at Queenstown a few years ago. Picture file.
'It's in her too hard basket ... like ... the MMG tailings dam.'
Sean Ford
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The outcome of a federal review of salmon farming in Macquarie Harbour remains unclear. Picture Google Earth
Find out how your team is shaping up for April 20's games.
Emily Clooney
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Coast targeted by scammers advertising their services.
Libby Bingham
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One of the roof painting signs appearing on poles in the North-West linked to a potential scam. Picture Facebook.

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Jesse Baird and Luke Davies's deaths captivated a nation.
Carla Mascarenhas
HECS-HELP debts are growing faster than some can pay off.
Emily Anderson
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Hannah Pycroft and Baillie McWhirter both have student debts over $50,000 which they are worried they'll never be able to pay off due to high indexation. Pictures supplied
The Wiggles have remixed classic hits for their adult fans.
Anna McGuinness
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The Wiggles Sound System: Rave of Innocence features techno remixes of childhood classic. Picture supplied
Knives, imitation guns and swords were also allegedly sold.
Anna Houlahan
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Armed police officers. Picture Sitthixay Ditthavong
The 16-year-old was interviewed in hospital and charged.
Anna McGuinness
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Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel was delivering a livestreamed sermon when he was allegedly attacked. Picture by Christ The Good Shepherd Church
'It can be intimidating coming to a male dominated sport.'
Emily Clooney
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Their basketball careers have reached new heights already.
Laura Smith
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Campbell Jones and Mason Ling played a big part in Tasmania's recent campaign at the under 18 basketball nationals. Pictures by Katri Strooband
The state's oldest axeman has called time on a decorated career.
Laura Smith
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Gerald Stubbs has called time on his 52-year woodchopping career, competing at his last event earlier this year at the age of 82. Pictures by Katri Strooband
The 24-year-old is looking forward to starting the season.
Emily Clooney
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Find out how your team is shaping up for April 20's games.
Emily Clooney
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Latrobe's Thomas Muir is set to make his senior debut during the side's round two clash against Circular Head. Picture by Eve Woodhouse
It was an exciting start to the popular series.
Alli Murfett
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Cam Britt took out the over 35s section at the opening round of the TERC Barry Richardson Memorial grasstrack series. Pictures by Alli Murfett
It's a clash neither side are taking lightly.
Laura Smith
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Ulverstone's Lachlan Claridge puts boot to ball in the Robins' round one win over Circular Head. Pictures by Eve Woodhouse
'I'm deaf in my left ear and partially deaf in my right.'
Jacob Bevis
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Darcy Beaven-Duncan will represent the Australian Deaf Rugby team in South Africa later this year. Picture by Eve Woodhouse

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'The balance of power has switched back to the big cities.'
Jemimah Clegg
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Why car spaces are the new investor favourite.
Melissa Kehagias
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The garage comes with a roller door - that rolls up, and rolls down. Not bad for $500,000. Pic: Supplied
The homestead is a tranquil and carefree place to call home.
Phoebe Christofi
House of the Week | Coastal acreage with a tennis court
See inside the stunning transformation.
Melissa Kehagias
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Renters and mortgage-holders spending up to half their pay on housing.
Jemimah Clegg
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The amount Australians spend on housing costs has hit a record high. Pic: Shutterstock
Tasmanian technology body fears job loss without dedicated portfolio.
Duncan Bailey
Elderly dementia patient became agitated as nurse took blood.
Benjamin Seeder
At least two stabbing incidents have occurred at the Launceston General Hospital in the space of a week. File picture
'It's clear we need to change': New Labor leader Dean Winter.
Benjamin Seeder
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Dean Winter (R) unveiled his new shadow cabinet in Hobart on Tuesday alongside Ella Haddad and Josh Willie. Picture by Ben Seeder
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Friday, 19 April 2024

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'It started off as landscaping in front of our house.'
Sarah Fittock
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Effie, Gail and Marcus Burns and dog Baxter in front of their Italian-inspired home. Pictures by Eve Woodhouse.
The big events this weekend and in the coming weeks on the Coast.
Staff Reporters
Coastal producers are offering up a bounty for TrailGraze 2024. File picture by Katri Strooband.
'There's certainly people that love pickled onions.'
Sarah Fittock
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Darren Broadby and cafe manager Diane Thomas pose with their pickled onions and wines. Picture by Sarah Fittock.
Interactive crosswords, sudoku and trivia puzzles are a great way to pass the time in coronavirus isolation and keep those brain cells ticking over.
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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.
Emma Brown
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Cruise the southern most point of South America to Antarctica. Picture Shuttestock
Here's to strong women, may we know them, may we be them, may we raise them.
Grace Ryan
If it relates to crime and justice in the West and North-West of Tasmania, you can read it on The Advocate.
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Graeme Whiteley has been square dance calling for 66 years.
Hamish Geale
North-West square dancers Graeme and Shirley Whiteley. Pictures supplied
Fourteen residents submit template letter in response to plans.
Jess Flint
No comments
Department asked to get it right and not create more hazards.
Sean Ford
No comments
Travelling the Lyell Highway. Picture by Phillip Biggs
Jahnig says there was no ammo for gun police found in bedroom.
Helen Kempton
The Burnie court complex. Picture file.
'It can be intimidating coming to a male dominated sport.'
Emily Clooney
No comments
North West Umpires Association's Tiana Bisinella is hoping to encourage more women to join the ranks for the NWFL season. Picture by Katri Strooband
'Tassie has always been an escape to nature for me.'
Jess Flint
No comments
Mural artist Sam McAleer aka Smackas in front of his recently completed mural at Upper Burnie. Picture by Katri Strooband.
Set a cracking pace on a London trip perfect for teens.
Danielle Teutsch
Picking one won't be easy, but our experts are here to help.
Mal Chenu and Amy Cooper
The ultimate Australian outback showdown - Kimberley v Kakadu
Hotel Review: Crystalbrook Byron
Kate Cox
Crystalbrook, Byron Bay. Picture supplied
Wildlife encounters that'll leave you speechless.
Rob McFarland
Unforgettable moments you can only have at this South African game reserve
From budget to bucket-list, we have the full lowdown.
Akash Arora
Heading to Paris for the Olympics? Here's our pick of the city's best hotels
Car Expert
Australian Road Rules say that interfering with the driver’s control of the vehicle is an offence, however there is a 'but'!
Matt Campbell
The next-generation Toyota Kluger is set to feature electric power, according to a report out of the US.
Jordan Mulach
Local trademark filings have pointed to BYD using the Shark name for its upcoming ute, while the company is also protecting the name of a plug-in hybrid sedan.
William Stopford
Before Top Gear Australia arrives on Paramount+ next month, the streaming service has teased what to expect from the relaunched show.
Jordan Mulach
Tesla shareholders will vote on CEO Elon Musk's long-awaited US$56bn (A$86.9bn) pay package – and a move to Texas – in June.
Jordan Mulach
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
Almost 4000 cattle were yarded for the store sale at Bairnsdale.
Barry Murphy
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Feedlotters and commission buyers stay competitive on heavy cattle at Ballarat.
Philippe Perez
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Jan Ibs von Seht, J & R Farming, Moyston, sold five, 537kg, Simmental steers, for 283c/kg or $1520 and eight, 408kg, Simmentel steers, for 330c/kg or $1350. Picture by Philippe Perez
Sixteen Country Fire Authority brigades responded to the blaze.
Rachel Simmonds
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Twenty thousand chickens have died after a shed fire blaze, with 16 CFA units responding. Picture supplied
Many may have vintage treasures hidden at home.
Carla Mascarenhas
The 'Air Fryer Queen' Steph de Sousa wants to put the fun back into cooking.
Karen Hardy
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Can Steph de Sousa and her new book convince me to try the air fryer? Pictures supplied
The heads of Australia's two largest supermarkets faced tough questions during a Senate committee inquiry examining prices at the checkout.
Andrew Brown
The CEOs of Woolworths and Coles were questioned about the rising cost of supermarket goods. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)