The Latest Breaking News from Launceston

The Western Bulldogs have finished strongly to beat Hawthorn by 23 points in Launceston, lifting the club into eight position pending other results.

A new home is almost locked in for Abled Kitchen in Launceston after a successful 12-month trial helping Tasmanians who have sensory disabilities.

An intruder who broke into a snow monkey enclosure to scoop coins from a pond could have unwittingly exposed themselves to "potentially fatal" herpes, with authorities urging them to seek immediate medical attention.

Ten of Tasmania's 29 mayors will not recontest the role in coming local government elections as the sector faces challenges and changes ahead.

Hawthorn have held on for a seven-point AFL win over the Gold Coast in Launceston, all but ending the Suns' slim hopes of making the top eight.

MAZ DeVita is undoubtedly one of the most captivating frontwomen on the Australian rock scene and audiences will have the chance to catch her live when Waax launch their massive album tour in October. On August 12 the Brisbane punk four-piece will release their second album At Least I'm Free,…

Mosques are few and far between in regional Australia, but they can play an important role in attracting and retaining young professionals to places outside major cities.

The Prince of Wales spoke as he visited a farm near Launceston.

The Duchess of Cornwall was visiting Launceston with the Prince of Wales when the clouds broke.