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Embark on a Mesopotamian Mystery at Devonport’s Newest Escape Room

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Nestled on the outskirts of Devonport, the newly opened “Escape Devonport” at 40a Don Road, offers a thrilling journey back to ancient times with its debut escape room, “Death in Mesopotamia.” This unique attraction invites adventurers to solve a gripping mystery wrapped in the enigma of one of the earliest civilizations. Unraveling History: “Death in […]

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Devonport’s Education Landscape to Transform with Indie School’s $15 Million Development

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Devonport is on the brink of an educational evolution with the announcement of a $15 million development project for a new Indie School, poised to significantly enrich the city’s learning environment. This initiative marks a cornerstone of the LIVING CITY project, aimed at rejuvenating Devonport through strategic urban development and community-focused projects. Mayor Jarman highlighted

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Devonport Welcomes Its First-Ever Escape Room Experience

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In an exciting first for Devonport, the city is set to unveil its inaugural escape room experience, “Escape Devonport,” opening its doors this February. The debut theme, “Death in Mesopotamia,” is not just an attraction; it’s a groundbreaking venture into the realm of interactive entertainment for the city. “Death in Mesopotamia” transports participants to an

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United for Health: East Devonport Rallies to Save Beloved GP Clinic

Community Interest, News

East Devonport is facing a healthcare challenge with the upcoming closure of its sole GP clinic, the East Devonport Medical Centre. This clinic has been a healthcare pillar for the community for nearly half a century. Due to a critical shortage of doctors across the country, which is hitting small communities like East Devonport particularly

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Closure of East Devonport’s Sole GP Clinic Raises Concerns Amid Nationwide Doctor Shortage

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Residents of East Devonport face a worrying healthcare future with the announced closure of the area’s only GP clinic, East Devonport Medical Centre. This move comes amidst a critical shortage of general practitioners across Australia, with Tasmania experiencing significant impacts. The clinic, a cornerstone of local healthcare for nearly 50 years, is set to merge

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Dusk Descends on Devonport: paranaple arts centre Unveils Twilight-Inspired Art Exhibit

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Devonport’s cultural landscape gleamed a bit brighter with the opening of the ‘Dusk’ exhibit at the Devonport Regional Gallery, part of the paranaple arts centre, on 10 November 2023. The exhibition, under the expert curation of Victor Manuel Medrano-Bonilla, introduces an eclectic mix of artworks that reflect upon the ephemeral nature of dusk—the soft fade

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Devonport Celebrates Community Spirit: Nominations Open for Australia Day Awards 2024

Community Interest, News

The Devonport City Council has officially opened nominations for the prestigious Australia Day Awards 2024, inviting residents to recognize local heroes and outstanding community members. These annual awards celebrate the remarkable contributions and achievements of individuals and groups within Devonport, highlighting their commitment to making a positive impact in the community. The awards include several

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Discover Devonport: Revolutionizing Travel Planning with Innovative AI-Powered Chatbot

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The Devonport City Guide, a premier resource for travellers to the beautiful City of Devonport, is excited to announce the development of a cutting-edge automated travel agent using the latest ChatGPT technology and Google’s Natural Language Processing (NLP) system. The project aims to revolutionize the way people plan and book their trips to Devonport, making

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Devastating Fire Engulfs Don Railway in Tasmania, Investigations Underway

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A devastating fire broke out at the Don Railway on Richardson Drive, Tasmania, early this morning. The fire engulfed at least three warehouses that contained carriages and wood working equipment. Emergency services were alerted at around 4am, and multiple fire crews from Launceston, Latrobe, Burnie, Devonport, and Ulverstone brigades rushed to the scene. A total

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