Weekly summary
The week that was in Tasmania
Seven stories that defined the past seven days, ranked by what readers came back to most.
Tasmania's Property Sweet Spot: Why Regional Towns Are Outpacing Hobart in 2026
As lifestyle buyers reassess priorities and affordability pressures mount, Tasmania's secondary markets are emerging as the real winners in this year's property cycle.
Sleep Well, Live Better: Your Guide to Restful Nights in Tasmania
From the quiet of our forests to simple evening routines, Tasmanians can harness their natural environment to transform sleep quality and overall wellness.
Hobart's Waterfront Renaissance: $2.8B Development Pipeline Set to Transform Inner Suburbs
Major planning approvals across Hobart's riverside precincts signal unprecedented growth, but affordability concerns loom for locals priced out of Tasmania's booming property market.
Taking the Lead: How Tasmanian Men Are Taking Control of Their Health
From bush walks to community fitness groups, Tasmanian men are discovering that preventative health isn't complicated—it just takes one small step.
First Home Buyers: Your Complete Guide to Cracking Tasmania's $560K Market
With state grants, federal schemes and affordable alternatives to Hobart's hotspots, first-time buyers have genuine pathways to property ownership in Tasmania.
Getting There Matters: How Transport Access Is Reshaping Senior Wellness in Tasmania
As Hobart's older residents age in place, reliable transport to medical appointments and community activities has become as vital to wellbeing as the exercise itself.
How much rent is too much? The 30% rule in practice
As Tasmanian rents climb faster than wages, we ask whether the classic affordability benchmark still holds water in Hobart and beyond.