The Latest Breaking News from Tasmania

From jeans to baseball teams, the AFL has an interesting history of battling for trademarks — but the fight for the Devils might be the most intriguing of all, writes Cody Atkinson and Sean Lawson.

Classical singer Jacqueline Ward returns to the stage three years after a life-altering car crash.

The death of Jari Wise on a Huonville road three years ago will finally be examined by a coroner after intervention by Tasmania's Attorney-General. So what happened the night he died?

Rain band will bring showers for Sydney and Melbourne while snowfalls are forecast across alpine regions in Tasmania and Victoria

Snow is already falling in parts of Victoria and NSW as a wicked cold snap brings winter temperatures across parts of south-eastern Australia.

Following a decision to fund an AFL stadium on Hobart’s waterfront, the Tasmanian premier announced plans for a new bus rapid transit (BRT) system and ferry services to avoid traffic congestion. These plans are linked to Hobart’s City Deal and promise to reinvigorate the city’s ailing public transport system.

Tasracing's investment has been welcomed by veterinarians, but there are doubts as to how effective it will be.

Outside footy’s heartland, the Suns have had to be innovative with their indoctrination – Tasmania can learn from their history

Faith Tkalac says she has "no words" and is overwhelmed with relief after Tasmania's attorney-general intervenes to order an inquest into her son's death, hours after the Supreme Court rejected such a move.

The government will amend its housing fund to guarantee 1200 affordable and social homes to each state and territory following negotiations with the crossbench.

The Devils? How about the Tasmania Apples? Or maybe the Penguins? The search has begun for a name for Tassie's new AFL team — and one early favourite may require some wheeling and dealing to secure.