A British man, James Cranfield, acquired what was initially thought to be an antique fox head at a UK auction, only for it to be identified as the 'holy grail' for natural history collectors: the head of an extinct Tasmanian tiger.

Tasmania's Chardonnay wines are receiving international praise for their vivid fruit, bright acidity, and unique cool-climate characteristics, often drawing comparisons to Burgundy.

Neil the seal has captured global affection despite causing damage in Tasmania, leading animal welfare advocates to fear for his safety and potential conflict with humans, referencing the fate of Freya the walrus.

Neil, a local celebrity elephant seal, has once again appeared in Tasmania, delighting locals but also raising concerns about potential trouble due to his disruptive behavior.

Neil the Seal, a young elephant seal, has reportedly returned to the open sea after weeks of captivating the internet with his escapades and causing minor chaos in Tasmania.

Neil, a 2,200-pound elephant seal, has returned to his birthplace on the Australian coast, causing significant disruption and sparking public safety fears.

Neil the seal, a 1,000kg mammal, is causing both havoc and delight in southern Tasmania. His antics have made him a beloved local figure.

The Australian federal government has identified over 150 native bird species and 10 mammal species, including Tasmanian devils, as being at 'very high risk' if bird flu spreads in the country.

A resident in Australia shares amusing anecdotes about Tasmanian devils frequently stealing shoes and laundry from her neighborhood, despite the minor inconvenience.

Scientists are re-evaluating the historical narrative that the Tasmanian tiger was driven to extinction due to its perceived threat to sheep. New research suggests farmers may have been mistaken about the animal's predatory habits.

A Tasmanian coroner found that a former medical practitioner's 'grossly irresponsible prescribing' played a direct role in two deaths, as he provided 'effectively an unlimited supply for a drug binge' to one addict.

Wet weather is forecast to batter parts of Queensland, New South Wales, and Tasmania through Thursday, with warnings of flash flooding as the parched interior receives a drenching.

An article explores how Tasmania has transformed into one of the world's most exciting destinations for art and culture.

Tasmania, Australia, has issued a formal apology for an autopsy scandal where human remains were taken and displayed without family consent for decades.

An old storage building in Tasmania has been renovated and repurposed into a luxurious five-star escape, offering unique lodging.

Pure Foods Tasmania has announced an expansion of its seafood business arm through a new merger and acquisition deal.

An opossum was discovered perfectly camouflaged among plush kangaroos and dingos in a souvenir shop at Hobart Airport, Tasmania, amusing passengers with its unexpected presence.

The discovery of a message in a bottle on a Tasmanian beach led to a 25-year intercontinental friendship between two women who regularly communicated and celebrated milestones.

On shelves packed with cuddly plush toys of native animals in a souvenir shop at an Australian airport, a furry possum stood out -

The Danish royal couple visited a Tasmanian shipyard to unveil a commemorative plaque on the deck of a new Danish electric ferry. Molslinjen has ordered three such ferries from the shipyard.

On a visit to Tasmania – Australia’s single malt heartland – it becomes clear how a cool climate, long ageing and local inputs have helped Tasmanian whisky win global awards and earn respect in…

Human remains, including bones, teeth, and clothing, believed to belong to missing Belgian backpacker Celine Cremer, have been discovered in a Tasmanian rainforest in Australia.

When I was feeling utterly worn out, a stranger came along to give my kids joy Read more in the kindness of strangers series I was completely exhausted. While wrangling two kids aged under three, my husband and I had just moved all the way from the Kimberley to Tasmania. I remember being totally sleep deprived and trying to furnish a new house entirely from op-shops, without a support network around. I was so tired I’d recently driven the car into the fence at home – that’s the level of exh...

The 'Earth's Black Box' project, a massive steel structure designed to record the planet's climate and environmental history, has been unveiled in a remote landscape in western Tasmania.

Researchers have identified a contagious cancer in catfish, marking only the fourth known instance of a transmissible cancer cell lineage that can spread between animals. This discovery adds to the rare list of such cancers found in dogs, Tasmanian devils, and shellfish.

A 'black box' for Earth, designed to document the climate crisis, is under construction in Tasmania, Australia. Announced in 2021, the project is expected to be completed by the end of the year, serving as a permanent record of environmental changes.

The Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) in Hobart, Tasmania, is planning an expansion into Bangkok, Thailand, a move that the Premier of Tasmania hopes will strengthen cultural ties between the regions.

Neil, a one-tonne southern elephant seal, has returned to the sea after causing traffic disruptions with his beachside antics in rural Tasmania. Premier Jeremy Rockliff noted that the region's traffic cones and street signs could 'breathe a small sigh of relief' for now.

Authorities in Tasmania are appealing to the public to protect the privacy of a one-ton elephant seal that has become a local celebrity. The appeal aims to ensure the animal's well-being.

Wildlife officials have issued a warning for people to maintain distance from Neil the seal during his visit to Tasmania, where he has been observed causing disruptions by crushing fences, blocking traffic, and bumping into objects.

Jye Menzie, captain of the Tasmania Devils VFL team, expresses pride in his upbringing in a disadvantaged area north of Hobart, known for its socio-economic challenges.

The annual nude winter solstice swim at Long Beach in Hobart marked the closing of Tasmania's Dark Mofo festival, with participants braving the cold waters.

A steel structure dubbed 'Earth’s Black Box' is set to be installed in a remote Tasmanian airfield by Rouser Lab. Designed to survive an apocalypse, it will record humanity's actions and data related to climate change, serving as a testament to its failures.

The 12 finalists for the Beaker Street science photography prize will be exhibited at the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery from August 6 to 17, featuring images of diverse natural phenomena.

Mona's new permanent installation in Tasmania offers visitors the unique experience of breathing ancient, pure air, untouched by human beings for billions of years, as part of an exhibition.

Pure Foods Tasmania has announced the promotion of Robert Knight to the position of Chief Executive Officer.

The government of Tasmania has issued an apology concerning a scandal involving the theft and misuse of human body parts.

The government of the Australian state of Tasmania has issued an apology for the unauthorized exhibition of human body parts, an issue that came to light following an investigation last year.

Georgia Walker, head coach of the Tasmania Devils' women's VFL team, combines her coaching skills with her abilities as a psychic medium, counsellor, and teacher.

A 40-tonne sperm whale carcass has led to the relocation of Tasmania's largest open water swim due to concerns it would attract sharks. Authorities deemed moving the carcass unfeasible.

Victoria and Tasmania are offering free public transport, but four other Australian states have ruled out implementing similar fare-free months.

In front a sold-out crowd, the Tasmania Devils have won their first VFL game in 18 years, as they work towards their entry to the AFL.

Join the pilgrimage to Tasmania’s turning fagus  NZ Herald

Human remains discovered in a rainforest in Tasmania, Australia, are believed to belong to a Belgian tourist who disappeared in 2023.

(ANSA) - ROMA, 16 FEB - The Consul General of Italy in Melbourne, Chiara Mauri, met with the mayor of Hobart, Anna Reynolds. They discussed updating the twinning agreement between the city of Hobart, the capital of Tasmania, and L'Aquila. The link between the two cities was formalized in 1997, when the then mayor Antonio Centi traveled to Australia with the aim of establishing relations and contacts with the local Abruzzo communities. More recently, in January 2025, the mayor of L'Aquila, Pierluigi Biondi, together with a delegation from the Carispaq Foundation, made an institutional visit to Australia, meeting Mayor Reynolds in Hobart. Read article...

Neil the seal, a social media sensation known for disliking bollards, has reportedly caused financial damage to a council in Tasmania before returning to the ocean for another year.

The Tasmanian devil possesses one of the strongest bites in the animal kingdom, capable of breaking bones. This powerful bite is a key characteristic of the unique marsupial.

A five-year-old elephant seal named Neil gained global attention for causing disruptions during his recent time ashore in southern Tasmania, Australia, becoming a viral sensation.

A compact steel structure, dubbed 'Humanity's Black Box,' is being constructed at an abandoned airport on Tasmania's west coast. Its purpose is to continuously record humanity's actions and data points that could lead to its destruction.

Neil the Seal, known as Njáll in his home country, has gained global fame for his playful antics while visiting Hobart, Tasmania, annually during his molting season.

Neil, a five-year-old elephant seal, has become a social media celebrity with over a million followers due to his antics in Tasmanian suburbs, including interacting with cars, prompting experts to warn against approaching the wild animal.

Tasmanians have been warned about the dangers of interacting with Neil, a 1,000kg seal, as his fame leads to risky public behavior. Wildlife officials state that large, potentially dangerous animals may need to be euthanized if public interaction becomes unsafe.

Trip.com Group and Tourism Tasmania have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at fostering global tourism growth.

Rouser Lab plans to install an indestructible "Earth's Black Box" in a remote area of Tasmania. Designed to resemble a flight recorder, the device will document humanity's environmental decline for future civilizations.

Tasmanian native and Kerry-based author Amanda Geard is set to release her third novel, 'The Glass Key', on June 18.

A search is underway for a carnivorous Tasmanian marsupial named Mary after CCTV cameras captured her skulking around deserted grounds at a Gold Coast wildlife park at 4 AM on Tuesday morning.

Critica is undertaking a restructuring of its tungsten mine in Tasmania, responding to the current surge in global metal prices.

Marlene van de Winkel, 64, shares her experiences of living in sparsely populated Tasmania for the past 16 years, where she and her family cultivate medicinal plants and herbs after moving from the Netherlands.

Kaiser has accumulated a $45.6 million financial reserve, attributed to steady gold production in Victoria and Tasmania.

The Dark Mofo 2026 festival in Tasmania will include a unique cinematic experience, showcasing a Willem Dafoe film that can only be viewed by one person at a time, alongside its regular events and diverse program.

Federico X y su esposa llegan a Hobart, la última parada australiana de una gira para el recuerdo

Passengers discovered a real possum nestled among other native Australian toy animals at Hobart Airport, Tasmania.

A regulator has suspended permits for Tasmanian salmon farms to use the antibiotic florfenicol after it was detected in wild fish 10km away, citing unacceptable risks to other species.

Human remains discovered in Tasmania have been identified as a Belgian tourist who went missing three years ago, bringing painful relief to her family.