Potato stand-off fears, Catholic school inquiry, and a revived TasTAFE hotel plan

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1. 'Devastation' fear for workers and customers in potato price stand-off

   A potato price stand-off has sparked 'devastation' fears for workers and customers, with farmers warning they 'will be in a position where they can't grow potatoes'.

   theadvocate.com.au

2. Inquiry slams Catholic schools for staff biases over relationship status

   An inquiry has slammed Catholic schools over staff biases based on relationship status, while hiring practices have been defended with a pledge to improve.

   theadvocate.com.au

3. Former TasTAFE hotel plan revived with new funding strategy after delays

   The former TasTAFE hotel plan has been revived with a new funding strategy after years of funding battles at the inner-city site.

   examiner.com.au

4. Gallery, activist, and the European Union team up to detail LGBTQIA+ history

   A gallery, activist, and the European Union are teaming up to detail LGBTQIA+ history, with hundreds of photos showing love in a time when it was a crime.

   examiner.com.au

5. Redevelopment under way as Morty's service station becomes building site

   Redevelopment is under way as Morty's service station becomes a building site, with works expected to be finished by early 2027.

   examiner.com.au

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