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

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

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

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

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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Devastating Fire Engulfs Don Railway in Tasmania, Investigations Underway

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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Community Upset Over Devonport School Closure in Tasmanian Support School Consolidation

Tasmanian Government’s Consolidation of North West Support School Sparks Community Upset Over Devonport School Closure

Community Upset Over Devonport School Closure in Tasmanian Support School Consolidation The Tasmanian Government is undertaking a major redevelopment of North West Support School. The redevelopment will provide new purpose-built learning facilities for students and staff, including an onsite hydrotherapy pool. In 2022, the North West Support School Association Committee made a recommendation to the

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Identity documents stolen from Latitude Financial in a data breach.

Latitude Financial, an Australian financial services company listed on the ASX, has revealed that it has experienced a major cyber attack that resulted in the theft of personal information belonging to thousands of its customers. The attack appears to have originated from a vendor used by Latitude and was described as being both sophisticated and

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Devonport Celebrates Outstanding Women with 2023 Diamonds of Devonport Awards on International Women’s Day

Devonport celebrates 2023 Diamonds of Devonport on International Women’s Day Devonport Mayor Alison Jarman has congratulated the 2023 Diamonds of Devonport, acknowledging the quality of this year’s recipients as a reflection of the depth of talent and contribution of women within the Devonport municipality. The Diamonds of Devonport event has been running for 12 years

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