Last Updated: October 07, 2015

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Hawk party rolls into town

Hawk party rolls into town

TASMANIAN Hawks fans are enjoying the premiership party as the club does a victory tour of Tasmania today.

More problems with Hobart water

smelly water

ALGAL blooms in the River Derwent are once again causing taste issues in Hobart’s water supply. Have you noticed a change? HAVE YOUR SAY

Momentum toward cannabis change

Medicinal Cannabis

AN unstoppable momentum is growing around medicinal cannabis across Australia, a forum in Hobart has heard.

Bid to control fires within two days

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DESPITE a cool change, two bushfires continue to burn out of control in Tasmania, with the TFS hoping to gain the upper hand within two days.

Concern over ‘green’ apartments

Concern over ‘green’ apartments

THE proponents of a multi-million dollar luxury apartment complex for Battery Point say their development will set a new standard for Hobart.

Strong winds fan raging bushfire

Bush Fire

UPDATE: AN emergency warning has been issued for six communities in central Victoria as a 3000ha bushfire continues to burn out of control, with 10 homes now under immediate threat in Benloch.

Three treated for shellfish poisoning

Oyster farmer, AMERICAN RIVER, KI

THREE people have been treated for paralytic shellfish poisoning following an East Coast algal bloom, two treated in hospital.

Abbott: ‘I’m too young to retire’

Former PM Tony Abbott

FORMER prime minister Tony Abbott has opened up about his now tense relationship with Bronwyn Bishop, and his plans for the future.

Tassie star leads ARIA charge

TASMANIAN indie rocker Courtney Barnett has dominated the 2015 ARIA nominations.

Exhibition draws Zentangle art

THE Hobart City Mission’s OPSM Art Exhibition is still going strong showcasing Tasmanian artists.

Test a boon for oyster farmers

RAPID tests, similar to pregnancy tests, are helping East Coast shellfish producers battle algal blooms.

Motoring fans gear up for charity

MORE than 100 cars will shed their tops to raise funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

Bindi Irwin breaks down

BINDI Irwin made a heartbreaking tribute to her late father on the US Dancing With The Stars.

Next generation eyes the brave new

Three Students Taking a Test. University, education, schooling, exam. Generic, Thinkstock

IN less than two weeks, about 70,000 Australian teenagers will sit down to complete papers in this year’s HSC exams, writes JAN DAVIS.

VW wake-up call for Tasmania

VW wake-up call for Tasmania

WHO knew that Volkswagen would also become famous for cheating, writes BEN COULL.

From around the site

Kicking goals Record year for Aussie movies

Record year for Aussie movies

IT’S taken 14 years, but the Australian film industry has broken the box office record for local productions thanks to Mad Max, Paper Planes, The Water Diviner and Oddball.

Apple killers Microsoft’s new gamechangers

Panos Panay

MICROSOFT has just unveiled three new products: a tablet, laptop and phone. All of them are stacked with killer features.

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Police officer charged with murder

Police officer charged with murder

A SERVING police officer has appeared in court charged with the murder of Vlado Micetic at Windsor in 2013. Chief Commissioner Graham Ashton will hold a press conference at 11am. LATEST

Big businesses named and shamed

 Arnott's Tiny Teddy Biscuits. Food products.

ARNOTT’S, Kleenex, Ikea, Samsung and the National Australia Bank are among the big companies exposed for poor business practices in the 2015 Choice Shonky Awards.

What drives our kids to terror?

What drives our kids to terror?

AUSTRALIA may seem like a fun-loving country but the Sydney shooting has revealed a dark side that can’t be ignored.

Tragedy as mum dies while feeding son

Photo

A TODDLER survived two days on his own after his mother, originally from Sydney, collapsed and died while feeding his one-year-old brother, who choked to death.

Black toddler mocked as a starving slave

Black toddler mocked as a starving slave

ON the surface this photo looks harmless, maybe even a bit cute. But things quickly took a vile, racist turn. Now this guy, fired from work, is copping death threats.

Four dead after 39-storey lift plunge

Four dead after 39-storey lift plunge

AUTHORITIES are investigating the deaths of four constructions workers who were in a lift which suddenly plunged almost 200 metres to the ground.

Hawthorn stars enjoy Grand Final parade

AFL: Hawthorn's stars were paraded through the streets of Melbourne on the eve of the 2015 AFL Grand Final, where they will face West Coast.

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NASA Finds Evidence of Liquid Water on Mars

NASA announced Monday that images from the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter indicate there may be flowing streams of salty water on the Red Planet. Photo: NASA/JPL/University of Arizona

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Owl chicks at Raptor Refuge

Two masked owl chicks have hatched at the Raptor and Wildlife Refuge.

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Brisbane hit by hail storm

A hail storm swept through Brisbane, blanketing the streets in hail. Courtesy: YouTube/David Ingram, Twitter/Andrew Smith

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‘Quit acting p***ed off with each other’

JARRYD Hayne is suffering in a team with no identity, says 49ers icon Roger Craig, yet he insists this season isn’t a lost cause. Here’s his blunt advice.

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Hooper ‘gutted’ by RWC ban

Hooper ‘gutted’ by RWC ban

IT was an odd mixture of disappointment and relief for Michael Hooper after he was issued a one-match suspension by World Rugby for foul play last night.

Doolan set to continue back-up role

South Africa v Australia - First Test: Day 1

ALEX Doolan’s role as Tasmania’s 12th man is set to continue after Tigers coach Dan Marsh said the player chosen ahead him justified his selection.

Charter Mason fly for fallen rider

Tour of Tasmania Prologue

TEAM Charter Mason has taken control of the Tour of Tasmania after the prologue at a windy Baskerville Raceway.

VIDEO: Lake’s hilarious farewell show

Hawthorn Hawks Press Conference

EVEN Brian Lake’s wife and kids weren’t safe as the Hawthorn defender said goodbye to the AFL with a one-man stand-up comedy routine. WATCH

LIVE CHAT: Robbo’s Top 50

AFL Grand Final 2015

DID Robbo get it right? Chat live now with the Herald Sun chief football writer about his Top 50 players for 2015. Vote on every pick

Son of Waugh is ridiculously good

SSA under-15s cricket champs

STEVE Waugh’s son Austin is making headlines at the cricket national championships and it’s not because of his dad.

Tassie star leads ARIA charge

TASMANIAN indie rocker Courtney Barnett has dominated the 2015 ARIA nominations.

Exhibition draws Zentangle art

art exhibition

THE Hobart City Mission’s OPSM Art Exhibition is still going strong showcasing Tasmanian artists.

Bindi Irwin breaks down

Supplied Editorial Bindi Irwin cries on DWTS. Picture: NBC

BINDI Irwin made a heartbreaking tribute to her late father on the US Dancing With The Stars.

INXS musical off to Broadway

INXS

AUSSIE rockers INXS are set to become the new sensation in New York.

Danes opens up on Crudup affair

Claire Daines and Billy Crudup at the Seeds of Peace Fundraiser

CLAIRE Danes was labelled a homewrecker for dating Billy Crudup who left his girlfriend seven-months pregnant. Now she has spoken out.

Bindi brings DWTS audience to tears

Supplied Editorial Bindi Irwin cries on DWTS. Picture: NBC

BINDI Irwin brought the ballroom to tears with a heartbreaking tribute to her late father, Steve Irwin, on the US Dancing With The Stars.

Nic ‘not invited to daughter’s wedding’

87th Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals

NICOLE Kidman was reportedly not invited to daughter Isabella Cruise’s wedding and had no idea the secret Scientology ceremony was even happening.

Exhibition draws Zentangle art

THE Hobart City Mission’s OPSM Art Exhibition is still going strong showcasing Tasmanian artists.

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Stunning Tassie time-lapse

#MySecretOz Campaign Smartphone Photo Competition

THIS stunning Tassie Aurora Australis time-lapse video has made heads turn.

Many can’t afford precious gift

SINGLE MUM

CAROLYN Frohmader’s path to parenthood was unconventional – and even unexpected.

Grape expectations

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TASWEEKEND: It’s been a busy year for the state’s vineyards, with many boasting new additions.

Recipe of the day: Roast lamb with honey, mustard & thyme glaze

Supplied News Roast lamb with honey, mustard & thyme glaze

For easy entertaining serve up this delicious roast lamb with honey, mustard & thyme glaze.

Ultimate sex guide for men, by women

LADS, you can stop wondering what women want in bed. At this rather intriguing site, the women themselves are spelling it out for you.

Sad life of man with humongous penis

Sad life of man with humongous penis

ROBERTO Cabrera’s record-breaking penis should have made him rich and famous. Instead, it has completely “ruined” his life.

Next generation eyes the brave new

Three Students Taking a Test. University, education, schooling, exam. Generic, Thinkstock

IN less than two weeks, about 70,000 Australian teenagers will sit down to complete papers in this year’s HSC exams, writes JAN DAVIS.

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