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Devastating Fire Engulfs Don Railway in Tasmania, Investigations Underway

Community Interest, News

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 Interest, News

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.

Community Interest, News

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

Community Interest, News

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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biosecurity tasmania investigates detection of small hive beetle in devonport area

Biosecurity Tasmania Investigates Detection of Small Hive Beetle in the Devonport Area

Community Alerts, News

Biosecurity Tasmania is investigating the detection of a single small hive beetle (SHB) in a Guard hive located in the Devonport area. While this detection does not necessarily mean that SHB is established in Tasmania, the authorities have taken precautionary measures to protect the health of Tasmania’s bee population and the honey and pollination sectors.

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devonport mayor invites community feedback on draft waste strategy 2023 2028

Devonport Mayor Invites Community Feedback on Draft Waste Strategy 2023-2028

Community Interest, News

Devonport Mayor Alison Jarman has invited ratepayers and residents of Devonport to share their valuable feedback on the draft Waste Strategy 2023-2028. The consultation process, which spans 30 days, presents an opportunity for the community to contribute to the development of sustainable waste initiatives for the region. The consultation process is an avenue for members

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devonport council considers changing timing of australia day ceremony

Devonport Council Considers Changing Timing of Australia Day Ceremony

Council Decisions, News

Devonport Council is set to reconsider the timing of its annual Australia Day Citizenship and Awards Ceremony, in line with options permitted by the federal government. Councillor Steve Martin has submitted a notice of motion to hold the event three days either side of Australia Day, rather than on the day itself. The motion, if

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breaking news: public health confirms measles case in launceston

Breaking News: Public Health Confirms Measles Case in Launceston

Health Alert, News

According to the authorities, the individual with measles spent time at several public locations while infectious, the locations are: People present at these locations during the specified times and who have not received two measles-containing vaccines are urged to be alert for symptoms for up to 18 days following their exposure. Measles is a highly

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