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Craig Thomson

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Stadium V Health: Why claiming stadium cash is hospital money is a false narrative

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Relatable role models: Why we introduced 40 young inspiring achievers to you

Relatable role models: Why we introduced 40 young inspiring achievers to you
23.11.2025 10

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How to disrupt Tasmania's tobacco black market and challenge organised crime

How to disrupt Tasmania's tobacco black market and challenge organised crime
16.11.2025 10

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Parents deserve the tools - and the truth - to keep their children safe

Parents deserve the tools - and the truth - to keep their children safe
09.11.2025 10

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The Devils deserve a Den - Why Tasmania's AFL dream depends on a new stadium

01.11.2025 6

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Halloween is coming: The 31 best scary movies to watch on Halloween night

26.10.2025 10

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Macquarie Point Precinct: Why indecision is the most expensive option of all

26.10.2025 7

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The hidden scourge of image-based abuse - and why our laws must catch up fast

12.10.2025 20

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Tasmania Devils: The AFL's language shift signals the team is a done deal

05.10.2025 10

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Tasmania's Macquarie Point build faces a race against time and workers

28.09.2025 9

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Immigration is not the villain of Australia's housing supply crisis

07.09.2025 10

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The rise of the angry white male and grievance- fuelled violence in Australia

31.08.2025 10

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Tasmanian Labor must embrace its role and become a formidable opposition

24.08.2025 9

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Greyhound Racing's last lap: No more doggy treats from the public purse

17.08.2025 10

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Full term: New government could be a turning point for Tasmanian democracy

10.08.2025 10

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Would Bridget Archer be the ideal Deputy Premier in a Rockliff government?

03.08.2025 10

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Tasmanian Union concerns over the messy road to a Labor minority government

29.07.2025 7

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US Beef expansion no threat to Australia - But it does look like PM cowed to Trump

27.07.2025 30

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A cold and uninspiring campaign, let's not have the next four years be the same

20.07.2025 10

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Mr Trump, hands off our health: PM Albanese must stand up to Trump on the PBS

13.07.2025 10

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Big promises in the Tasmanian state election, but can we afford them?

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Safety and tourism should drive next state government towards better roads

29.06.2025 7

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Tasmania can - and will - support two AFL teams, boosting our economy

22.06.2025 10

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Why the Liberals may hold - or even gain ground in Tasmania at the election

15.06.2025 10

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When governments get it wrong, they should admit, fix, and learn

01.06.2025 30

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The lost art of communication and compromise in politics and life

25.05.2025 10

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Why the Macquarie Point Stadium should be more than a sporting arena

18.05.2025 10

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Election victory should redefine political discourse for the next three years

11.05.2025 10

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It's time for a Government with guts - Here's what the next three years should deliver

04.05.2025 10

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Why more Australians are voting early in the 2025 Federal Election

28.04.2025 10

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Why more Australians are voting early in the 2025 Federal Election

27.04.2025 9

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Dutton missed an opportunity to shine and fell short in crucial debate

20.04.2025 10

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With friends like Donald Trump, Australia doesn't need enemies

13.04.2025 9

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The importance of voters getting ample time to make informed decisions

06.04.2025 10

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Australia's special relationship with the United States of America is gone

16.03.2025 9

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Dutton's 'get back to the office you slackers' plan: Why it won't work

09.03.2025 20

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Why investing in Urgent Care Clinics is the right thing to do

08.03.2025 10

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Tasmania cracks down on dodgy builders: A strong move against Phoenixing

02.03.2025 9

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Australia's long-awaited interest rate cut is better than it seems

23.02.2025 10

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A peek behind the curtain, an insight into why some decisions are made

16.02.2025 8

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Google Maps and satnav Vs the old street directory

09.02.2025 10

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Launceston Heroes: The power of good deeds, kindness and quick thinking

02.02.2025 10

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Bishop calls for mercy and compassion in leadership

26.01.2025 10

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It is time to take the politics out of Australia's health policy settings

19.01.2025 10

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What Trump Presidency 2.0 could mean for Australia

12.01.2025 20

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Split-second life-or-death decisions and the debate on police tasers in Tasmania

I was in Sydney this week when the headlines from The Examiner flashed on my phone about police shooting an armed man in Launceston. Login or...

07.12.2024 3

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Don't drive tired this summer and avoid tragedies on busy Tasmanian roads

It is nearly 2025 and you may have already taken to the roads for your summer holiday. Login or signup to continue reading Police want those...

01.12.2024 10

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Josh Willie: Navigating Tasmania's fragmented parliament and a possible early election

Josh Willie was born in Launceston and moved to Hobart to study and eventually start a family. He likes Boags and Cascade. He also thinks the...

30.11.2024 50

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Tasmania's hospital crisis: What will it take for state government action?

A recent parliamentary inquiry into ambulance ramping in Tasmania has revealed the dire state of our hospitals. Login or signup to continue reading...

23.11.2024 2

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Anger is a motivating factor in how people will vote in federal election

The Australian political landscape is experiencing a significant realignment. Voters are shifting from class-based voting to voting by social...

16.11.2024 10

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