Tasmania by the Numbers: The Figures Reshaping the State in 2026
From the Marinus Link budget to AFL stadium cost blowouts and salmon farm compliance rates, the statistics tell a story the headlines often miss.
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Tasmania's median house price hits $560,000 amid intense competition
As the island state's median house price hits $560,000, buyers are facing intense competition in sought-after areas like Sandy Bay and Battery Point
Tasmania Confronts Environmental Crisis, Pushes Sustainable Reform Agenda Forward
Years of regulatory pressure over salmon farming, climate concerns tied to Marinus Link, and competing development pressures have forced Tasmania's government and community to confront hard truths about balancing growth with conservation.
The Data Statistics and Numbers Behind Tasmania's Salmon Aquaculture Industry
A closer look at the figures driving the state's salmon farming sector, from production volumes to environmental concerns
Discover Tasmania's 10 Best Outdoor Adventures and Hidden Gems
An evergreen guide to getting out and about in Tasmania.
Free Mental Health Services in Hobart Tasmania
Access Hobart's free counselling and 24-hour mental health support without referrals. Find walk-in services and local resources to manage winter stress.
Tasmanian Councils Face Major Service Changes Starting July 2027
Changes to council budget cycles and mayoral reporting requirements under the updated Local Government Act will reach residents through rates notices and service schedules from July 2027 onward.
Hobart's Meridian AI Raises $4.2M, Leading Tasmania's Tech Boom
Fresh $4.2 million seed funding puts this Battery Point-based deep tech firm at the forefront of Tasmania's venture capital moment.
Tasmania Faces $X Million Bill to Fix Government's Bloated Image Archive
Years of ad-hoc digital uploads across government agencies left the state's visual records tangled in redundant files, and the bill to clean it up is now sitting on the desk of the Liberal government.
Tasmania's Coworking Boom: $180M Venture Capital Transforms Work Spaces
A surge in institutional investment is fuelling rapid expansion of flexible workspaces across Hobart and Launceston, signalling a fundamental shift in how companies approach office real estate.
Tasmanians Start Meditation: Simple Daily Routines Build Lasting Habits
Simple daily routines built around breath awareness help new practitioners in Tasmania establish habits that fit around work and weekend hikes.
Community rallies to save local business as restaurant faces escalating disruptions
A Hobart restaurant seeks public support after a series of concerning incidents threatens its operations.
Tasmania Renters Navigate Lease Renewals Amid Historic Housing Shortage
As vacancy rates remain low across Hobart and the north, tenants facing lease renewals are navigating an increasingly complex rental landscape.
Tasmanian Communities Transform Local Spaces Into Creative Hubs
Residents across Hobart and beyond are building networks that turn local spaces into hubs for shared creative work.
Tasmania's Tech Leaders Merge Environmental Data Tools With Industry
Tasmania's tech sector draws strength from its tight integration of environmental data tools with local industries along the Derwent waterfront.
Where to Cycle Safely in Tasmania: Routes for Families and Beginners
From smooth city loops to green corridor trails, here’s where to ride in comfort across greater Hobart and beyond.
Gut Health 101: Fermented Foods You Can Find Locally
From Salamanca Market kefir to North Hobart kimchi, Tasmania's fermented food scene is giving locals a practical, affordable route into better digestive health.
Tasmania's Live Music Scene: Must-See Gigs Coming Soon
Gigs and concerts on around Tasmania in the weeks ahead.