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After yet another election, Tasmanians are left wondering what the point of it was

After yet another election, Tasmanians are left wondering what the point of it was

The poll was brought on by a no-confidence vote. But after delivering a re-hung parliament, Tasmanians don’t seem to have much confidence in their...

20.07.2025 9

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Robert Hortle

Tasmania is limping towards an election nobody wants. Here's the state of play

17.07.2025 3

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Robert Hortle

Tasmania is limping towards an election nobody wants. Here’s the state of play

There’s a lot at stake for the island state, which desperately needs budget repair and improved services - but you wouldn’t know it from the...

17.07.2025 40

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Robert Hortle

After weeks of confusion and chaos, Tasmania heads back to the polls on July 19

The poll follows a vote of no confidence in the premier, which created a power vacuum in state politics. But the election is unlikely to deliver...

12.06.2025 8

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Robert Hortle

Tasmania could go to an election just 16 months after its last one. What’s going on?

In spectacular political theatre that’s spanned two days, the parliament passed a vote of no confidence in Premier Jeremy Rockliff.

05.06.2025 6

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Robert Hortle

What is preferential voting and how does it work? Your guide to making your vote count

Here’s how to navigate federal ballot papers. In this practice election, it’s farm animals battling for your vote.

24.04.2025 8

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Robert Hortle