FOR Australian middle-distance runner Stewart McSweyn, King Island will always be home.

The Tasmanian Government has committed $500,000 in grant funding for new cat management facilities on the North-West and West Coasts of Tasmania.

Motorsport legend Gene Cook was remembered by some of his most dedicated friends and fans recently with a special display of memorabilia in a private Longford motorsport museum curated by Rob Knott, John Talbot and Michael Preece.

CHANGES to flight paths which would see commercial jets fly down the East Coast through Mercury Passage and over Maria Island will be strongly opposed by the local council.

AFTER starting a premium goat meat label just months ago, one Tasmanian producer is finding demand is outstripping supply.

UPDATE: It's being reported that the Tasmanian Government is considering legislation to temporarily nationalise King Island Dairy, or force its owners to sell it to a private buyer.

THERE’S cautious optimism on King Island, as the community recovers from the worst drought in over 100 years.

AS we close out another eventful year in Tasmanian agriculture, it is safe to say 2024 had plenty of highs and lows marked by a series of challenges, resilience, and growth within the sector.

The Senate inquiry into the Tasmanian Freight Equalisation Scheme has recommended an examination of TasPorts role as both a port and shipping operator.

A new project aimed at helping Tasmanian cropping and horticulture farmers reduce emissions has been launched.