Weekly summary
The week that was in Tasmania
Seven stories that defined the past seven days, ranked by what readers came back to most.
Australian maritime heritage opens to public as digital archive preserves Owen Stanley artworks
Tasmania's Royal Society is converting a 126-year-old album of naval art into an accessible digital resource, balancing preservation with public access.
Stadium construction nears completion as paint quality defects emerge in final phases
Parts of the new stadium's steelwork require repainting due to defective application, though impact on schedule and change rooms is expected to be minimal.
New filming laws protect Tasmanians documenting crime scenes without legal jeopardy
Draft legislation will allow adults and youths to record criminal incidents without risk of prosecution under Tasmanian law.
Launceston council budget prioritises renewals over major projects as financial pressures persist
The upcoming annual plan will focus on maintaining existing services rather than funding the 'shiny big things' the city has been waiting for.
Owen Stanley maritime artworks emerge from 126-year archive into public digital access
A centuries-old album of Tasmanian naval art, locked away since 1900, is finally becoming available to the public through digital preservation.
Cost-of-living squeeze fuels Launceston mayoral races with pro-development and rates reform focus
Three mayoral candidates are running on platforms that directly address Launceston's affordability crisis and council's perceived policy vacuum.
Councillor's AI-drafted motion prompts broader debate about governance authenticity
A motion written using artificial intelligence has sparked questions about whether Launceston council is equipped to tackle the city's challenges.