Extradited man lands in Tasmania
JENNIFER CRAWLEY A MAN who has been on the run from police for the past five years has been successfully extradited to Tasmania.
Bikie fights deportation
FORMER Rebels bikie AJ Graham has assembled a high-powered legal team to fight his deportation.
Punch to head likely cause of seizure
A PUNCH to the head in a pub brawl almost certainly caused a seizure in a man, the Supreme Court in Launceston has heard.
Court rejects Tarkine mine appeal
A NEW mine near Tullah that would employ 200 people could go ahead after legal action against the project’s approval has been thrown out of court.
Ram raid accused in custody
HELEN KEMPTON A MAN police say was connected to a ram raid in Mowbray has been remanded in custody after being arrested at the scene of another burglary.
Meteor falls over Hobart Domain
A CAR dashboard camera caught a meteor falling over the Domain in Hobart this week.
Tot rock-climbs harness-free
A PROUD mother has posted a Facebook video of her daughter on a rock-climbing wall without a harness.
Memories of one of our own
TODAY we say a final farewell to one of our favourite photographers, Barry Winburn.
Gutwein blasted over bet shop
STATE Treasurer Peter Gutwein has been criticised for opening Tasmania’s first UBET outlet.
Song to match warm spirit
WE all need somebody to lean on – and there’ll be plenty of options at next month’s Festival of Voices.
For the love of a beer and a yarn
EDITORIAL MERCURY reporters, young and old, who worked with Barry Winburn all knew of his love of a beer.
Stripping life of uniformity
CHRISTOPHER DOWNES CHRISTOPHER Downes discovers numbness, like ignorance, is bliss.
Barry Winburn: A life in pictures
THIS week we said a sad farewell to Barry Winburn (1935-2015), former Mercury photographer who clocked up a record 50 years’ service.
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MEZMERISING shots from the far reaches of the globe in this year’s National Geographic Traveller Photo Contest.
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Hobart lights up for Dark Mofo
HOBART businesses and landmarks Paint the Town Red for Dark Mofo. Pictures courtesy @hobartandbeyond #paintthetownred2015.
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The revolution of military aircraft
WELCOME to the future of naval aviation where fleets of unmanned helicopters fly on and off warships conducting missions, all controlled by a mouse.
Blogger Gibson faces possible jail
DISGRACED blogger Belle Gibson could face jail for alleged charity fraud with confirmation she is being investigated for lying about having brain cancer.
Why California is after anti-vaxxers
TIME could be running out for anti-vaxxers, with one US state taking a hard line approach against unvaccinated children. But would it work here?
Tourists killed in attack on hotels
AN ATTACK on two tourist hotels in the Tunisian resort district of Sousse has killed at least 27 people.
Man decapitated in terror attack
A MAN was decapitated and Arabic words written on his head as at least one man with an Islamic State flag attacked a factory in France, causing an explosion.
The revolution of military aircraft
WELCOME to the future of naval aviation where fleets of unmanned helicopters fly on and off warships conducting missions, all controlled by a mouse.
Christine Milne delivers last speech in Senate
Former Greens leader Christine Milne delivers a powerful last speech in the Senate. Courtesy Australian Greens
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Moira Geddes talks to national entertainment reporter Shannon Molloy about whether their relationship is a true romance or a strategic fauxmance.
3:02Woolworths' unusual, dangerous mistake
The poorly handled resignation of Grant O'Brien has left the retailer weakened as it prepares for a fresh price war with Coles and Aldi.
5:48How to fold a t-shirt
Kate Midena demonstrates the fastest way to fold a t-shirt and get shop-perfect results every time.
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Tigers roar back to life, claim gutsy win
JACK Riewoldt booted six goals to lead Richmond to an inspirational win over the Sydney Swans in an entertaining clash at the SCG.
Lakers draftee’s Kobe ‘rape’ tweet
LARRY Nance Jr was selected by the LA Lakers in the NBA draft. Then he deleted an offensive old tweet about soon-to-be-teammate Kobe Bryant. #awkward
Police drop Brad Scott clash probe
TASMANIA Police won’t charge Brad Scott after a security guard claimed he was kicked in the back by the Kangaroos coach during a game in Hobart.
Tomic family at war with Rafter
A PRE-Wimbledon spat between John Tomic and Tennis Australia has exploded, with Tomic throwing strong accusations at Aussie icon Pat Rafter.
Dank declares war on AFL over life ban
UPDATE: STEPHEN Dank has taken aim at AFL chief executive Gillon McLachlan after a league tribunal slapped him with a lifetime ban. FIRST PICS
Tomic family at war with Rafter
A PRE-Wimbledon spat between John Tomic and Tennis Australia has exploded, with Tomic throwing strong accusations at Aussie icon Pat Rafter.
Cats eye mega Dangerfield pay plan
GEELONG could try to blow away Adelaide in the battle for Patrick Dangerfield with a front-loaded deal worth more than $1.2 million a season.
Court rejects Tarkine mine appeal
A NEW mine near Tullah that would employ 200 people could go ahead after legal action against the project’s approval has been thrown out of court.
Hobart house prices on the rise
THE median house price in Hobart has risen 1.9 per cent to $353,000 in the 12 months to March, the latest ABS figures show.
Stuffed with laughs
TED 2 made me laugh myself silly. Yes, judge me if you must.
Song to match warm spirit
WE all need somebody to lean on – and there’ll be plenty of options at next month’s Festival of Voices.
Art from the heart of conflict
THE impact of war on innocent citizens is graphically explored in a new exhibition in Hobart.
Free concert for local youths
THE City of Hobart will host a free all-ages concert on Saturday night.
Sunrise’s awkward nude on-air gaffe
BROADCASTING from a nudist camp is always going to have its risks, but it seems it wasn’t the nudists who managed to flash on live TV.
Playboy bunny’s great escape
THIS was the moment when Holly Madison realised she had to flee the mansion. It began with a buffet — then Hef became a “monster”.
MasterChef’s top 10 form guide
MASTERCHEF has decided its top 10 and judges Matt Preston and Gary Mehigan rate — and slate — the remaining contenders. Who is favourite?
Tot rock-climbs harness-free
A PROUD mother has posted a Facebook video of her daughter on a rock-climbing wall without a harness.
Cuddly bunnies 18-carrot pets
YOU’VE heard of it raining cats and dogs but, at RSPCA Tasmania, it’s raining rabbits.
Circus runaway returns to Tassie
A HOBART woman who ran away to join the circus has returned to Tasmania to share her art.
Incredible photos you can’t miss
THE latest entries for the National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest are a must see.
Lululemon recalls face-hitting tops
FIRST Lululemon had to recall its yoga pants for being too see-through. Now they’re pulling dodgy tops that are injuring people’s faces.
Ultimate 15-second exercise trick
WE ALL use excuses to avoid getting out from under our warm doona and exercise. But try this easy trick and you’ll be bouncing out of bed.
5 reasons sex is better when you’re older
FORGET doom and gloom in the bedroom at the big 40. Our sex lives, particularly for women, improve as we get older, according to new research.
For the love of a beer and a yarn
MERCURY reporters, young and old, who worked with Barry Winburn all knew of his love of a beer.
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TASMANIA’S 300-strong Australia Post workforce will be trimmed as part of major job cuts over the next three years.