Latest news from Tasmania.
Rising costs, labour shortages, and consumer caution have created a challenging year for independent retailers and hospitality operators across the island.
By Tasmania Business Desk · 29 June 2026
Rising geopolitical tensions are reshaping international trade routes, and forward-thinking Tasmanian businesses are already capturing market share in emerging markets.
By Tasmania Business Desk · 29 June 2026
As Hobart City Council faces critical decisions on housing targets and the Macquarie Street development, stakeholders are watching closely to see whether the newly emboldened council will chart a different course.
By Tasmania News Desk · 29 June 2026
As median rents in inner suburbs surge past $2,100 monthly, community voices demand planners prioritise affordability over development profits.
By Tasmania News Desk · 29 June 2026
As major employers abandon traditional city-centre headquarters, Tasmania's job market is fragmenting into new hubs—and workers are voting with their feet.
By Tasmania Business Desk · 29 June 2026
Community members from South Hobart to Glebe are speaking out about a surge in residential crime, calling for increased police presence and better coordination between law enforcement and local organisations.
By Tasmania News Desk · 29 June 2026
Local retailers and venue operators must adapt to changing diner habits, labour pressures and supply chain headwinds as mid-year trading patterns reshape the state's food and hospitality landscape.
By Tasmania Business Desk · 29 June 2026
A homegrown tourism entrepreneur is leveraging cultural authenticity and digital innovation to position Tasmania as a year-round destination for high-value international travellers.
By Tasmania Business Desk · 29 June 2026
As major cities worldwide race to meet climate targets, Tasmania is charting its own course with ambitious local initiatives—but experts say the pace must accelerate to compete internationally.
By Tasmania News Desk · 29 June 2026
As global volatility peaks and local costs climb, Hobart and Launceston enterprises must adapt to tighter margins and evolving consumer behaviour.
By Tasmania Business Desk · 29 June 2026
From knockout finishes at Bellerine Street to weekend surprises on the North Hobart oval, Tasmania's major sporting grounds delivered unforgettable moments.
By Tasmania Sport Desk · 29 June 2026
What started as a handful of enthusiasts scaling abandoned rock faces has evolved into a thriving network of clubs, outdoor crags, and mentorship programs reshaping how locals engage with adventure.
By Tasmania Sport Desk · 29 June 2026
Local amateur clubs praise new investment in facilities, but aging venues across Greater Hobart still struggle to meet demand from surging community sport participation.
By Tasmania Sport Desk · 29 June 2026
From upgraded ovals to new aquatic centres, Tasmania's grassroots infrastructure is undergoing a transformation that promises to unlock young talent across the state.
By Tasmania Sport Desk · 29 June 2026
Decades of policy shifts, economic necessity, and grassroots advocacy have transformed the island state into a thriving multicultural destination—but the journey reveals how far we've truly come.
By Tasmania News Desk · 29 June 2026
Local clubs operating on shoestring budgets and volunteer passion have transformed Tasmania's endurance sports landscape in just five years.
By Tasmania Sport Desk · 29 June 2026
As capital increasingly moves between sectors, understanding commercial property data offers crucial insight into where Tasmanian business confidence is actually heading.
By Tasmania Business Desk · 29 June 2026
As the city council prepares for July's chamber sessions, major decisions on waterfront development, public transport funding and heritage zoning could redefine neighbourhoods across the region.
By Tasmania News Desk · 29 June 2026
