6+ hour, 51+ min ago  (313+ words) A Tasmanian renter has lost a bid to bring her rescue kitten into her unit, in the first test of the state's new "pets in rentals' tenancy laws. The Tasmanian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (TASCAT) ruled on Thursday the landlord…...

1+ mon, 4+ week ago  (283+ words) A crafty possum caused a stir at Hobart Airport today after sneaking into the terminal's gift shop and positioning itself among plush toy possums on a souvenir shelf. The curious marsupial made its way into the store during ongoing terminal…...

3+ mon, 4+ week ago  (230+ words) A Tasmanian animal shelter is calling for urgent community support as it faces a surge in feline arrivals during peak kitten season. Ten Lives Cat Centre in New Town is currently caring for more than 200 cats and kittens, with new…...

6+ mon, 3+ day ago  (254+ words) Tasmanian renters will soon be able to keep pets in their homes without landlord approval, following new legislation that shifts the balance of power in rental agreements. The Residential Tenancy Amendment (Pets) Bill 2025 passed through Parliament on Wednesday night, ensuring…...