According to EMRS, 69% of Tasmanians support tighter gun laws but the debate is far from settled. Independent Phillip Bigg has called the results misleading Read More ▶: signalnews.com.au/2026/01/19/p... #politas #tasmania #news

EMRS polling of 752 Tasmanians shows 69% support proposed gun reforms and a 50-50 buyback. Support strongest in Clark (79%) and Franklin (76%), lower in rural Lyons (37%) and Braddon (60%). EMRS director calls results unsurprising; Shooters Union criticises methodology. #politas #tasmania #news

Community group Voices of Franklin has endorsed Kingborough Deputy Mayor Clare Glade-Wright for the Legislative Council elections, praising her focus on “radical transparency” and grassroots democracy. #news #tasmania #politas

TDMG requested Tasmanian Liberal press access in Jan 2026 but received no response. Labor & independents confirmed press access in early January. Outlet's coverage regarding LPA limited to public info only. Structural barriers restrict scrutiny and public accountability. #politas #hobart #Tasmania

Is Australian politics quietly shifting? The Rise of One Nation is changing the political landscape, but in ways you might not realise Watch (YouTube) 📷: www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUfK... #news #australia #auspol #OneNation

Tasmanian Liberals face backlash after a social post mocking Labor MPs at the Taste of Summer festival. The post was shared then deleted after Premier Rockliff ordered its removal. Labor says the government should focus on governing Tasmania, not “playing politics”. #tasmania #news #hobart

Interesting in contributing to Signal News? we are looking for an army of volunteers to help make news by Tasmania, for Tasmania. We are looking for people who are interested in writing, editing or have skills in graphic design for more info check out www.signalnews.com.au/work-with-us #hobart

AI fire-detection cameras, credited with spotting 500+ blazes in Tasmania’s 2024/25 season, will expand with a $1.4M federal grant. The tech, combined with drones, weather stations, and satellites, improves remote fire detection, enabling faster response and preventing fire spread. #news #tasmania

One Nation is expanding in Tasmania, opening a Clark branch this weekend and Braddon in February, following a polling surge. Despite active branches statewide, the party faces registration hurdles over laws requiring public disclosure of member details. #politas #news #tasmania #hobart

Young Tasmanians are leaving the state in increasing numbers, with data pointing to pressures across employment, housing, education, and public finances. ▶️ Watch the full report to understand what’s driving the trend. #tasmania #news #politas #hobart www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfSo...

Independent outlet Tasmanian Times is set to wind down after failing to secure new ownership. Founder Alan Whykes says interest exists but no solution has emerged, with active publishing likely to cease by late Jan 2026. TDMG has expressed interest, but no deal is in place. #hobart #tasmania #news

The EPA says tissue found at Verona Sands was consistent with one or two small Atlantic salmon, with no florfenicol detected. Ministers criticised “alarmism”, Labor questioned the government’s response, and Peter George and the Bob Brown Foundation have not publicly commented #news #politics #tas

One Nation is poised to surpass the Coalition in primary votes, and for the first time has been considered for the TPP. The DemosAU poll which came out today had One Nation and the coalition tied at 23%, while labor ranks at 29% and the greens trailing at 12%. #news #politics #australia #auspol

A recent DemosAU poll suggests the end of the two party system as for the first time ever, One Nation has tied with the Coalition on primary votes. #politics #australia #news #auspol

#BREAKING | Anthony Albanese has called a royal commission into the Bondi Terror attack that occurred on December 14th. A royal commission will be recommend to the Governor General following an executive council meeting tomorrow. #news #australia #albanese #politics #bondi

Hobart’s men’s refuge Jari’s Place Inc has closed due to financial struggles, leaving just two male-focused support services in Tasmania. Opened in memory of Jari Wise, it aided men and their kids but relied heavily on donations and short-term grants. Closure confirmed Dec 30.

Labor MP Janie Finlay criticised Bob Brown, Peter George & others for allegedly exaggerating recent Tasmanian bioluminescence blooms. Scientists say the seasonal event is natural. Salmon Tasmania calls activist claims “alarmist.” Brown & George have not responded. #politas #tasmania #news #hobart

While media chased tattoos and stadium drama, Tasmania’s defence industry was collapsing. JW E&C closed after legal gaps and tightened firearm laws, despite $200k in grants and no safety risk. Owner Jeremy Webb calls it “government incompetence.” #tasmania #news #hobart #politas

Shooters Union Australia is urging Tasmania to legalise donated wild game meat, allowing licensed hunters to supply food banks. They argue it would curb an out-of-control deer population and boost food relief, citing New Zealand’s success. #politas #tasmania #news

Dr Woodruff, when making a statement to the press said she was "blindsided" by Ms Burnet's defection on Wednesday, stating herself and the party do not know the reasoning as to why she made the move. #tasmania #hobart #news #politas

The Battle for Clark is quietly brewing. looking into the future, independents, Labor, and the Greens are eyeing Wilkie's seat. Who could be the next big name in Tasmania's bastion seat of Clark? 👉 Read more: signalnews.com.au/2026/01/02/t... #politas #tasmania #hobart #news

Clark representative Helen Burnet has stepped away from the Tasmanian Greens, announcing she will continue her work in the House of Assembly as an independent MP. #politas #news #tasmania #hobart #greens

Pulse Tasmania's Legal Threat to Signal (Previously TDM) has gone silent following the concerns notice period of December 25th. #politas #news #hobart #tasmania

For the last time here operating under Thought Digest, Happy New Year and have a fantastic 2026! 🎉

"BNC" , a New Caledonian-flagged yacht has lost it's overall winner status following a successful protest over a breach in sail regulations. #news #tasmania #SydneyToHobart #hobart

The debate over the Northern Suburbs Railway (Hobart) has reignited following stadium-enabling legislation and the release of a draft transport report Read More ▶: signalnews.com.au/2025/12/31/h... #politas #tasmania #railway #hobart #news

A 250MW solar farm has received final approval from Central Highlands Council, after federal sign-off in April. Approved under DA 2025/14, works are due to begin soon. The project will power ~30,000 homes, cut 44,000t CO₂ #news #tasmania #solar #energy #infrastructure

While the public's eye was focused on the Stadium, Federal Group quietly repositions itself. Read More ➡️: thoughtdigestmedia.news/2025/12/26/t... #politas #hobart #news #politics #hospitality

Concerns are growing over Tasmanian campsites trashed during Christmas Holidays. Independent candidate Philipp Bigg says rubbish dumping and tree cutting undo years of work. EPA warns littering and dumping carry heavy fines. #Tasmania #Camping #Hobart #News

What are our politicians doing for christmas? (Part 2) 🤔🎅🎄🎁 #Tasmania #politas #hobart #news

What are our politicians doing for christmas? (Part 1) 🤔🎅🎄🎁 #Tasmania #politas #hobart #news

Calvary has bought Hobart Private Hospital for an undisclosed amount on Christmas Eve, securing the future of the 146-bed facility following mounting uncertainty over the last months. Read More: thoughtdigestmedia.news/2025/12/24/c... #hobart #calvary #hobarthospital #tasmania #News

We're a bit early to the party on this platform (technical reasons) but we're here! we're excited to see where this journey takes us next! #politas #hobart #tasmania #australia #news #journalism

Damage Control – Media Goes Soft On Rockliff’s Liberal Lies Is big media and the government trying to bury the story before Christmas? Read More ➡️: thoughtdigestmedia.news/2025/12/21/m... #rockliff #politas #tasmania #news #hobart

TDMG reveals the Media industry failed to clean up it's act, more information provided reveals an industry that is reactive rather than proactive. Read More: thoughtdigestmedia.news/2025/12/20/h... #auspol #politics #tasmania #australia #journalism #hobart #massmedia

While mainstream outlets highlight government advertising, they fail to examine their own industry. Our investigation reveals: Even when tipped off, big media ignored critical findings Read More ➡: thoughtdigestmedia.news/2025/12/20/h... #auspol #politics #tasmania #journalism #hobart

Tasmanian lobbying firm Font PR is set to shut down, with the Font brand to be retired and operations consolidated elsewhere. The move follows internal changes and plans to expand EMRS Read more:➡️ thoughtdigestmedia.news/2025/12/20/l... #politas #news #tasmania #hobart #fontpr

Font PR is shutting down amid internal changes. MD Becher Townsend is retiring from PR after taking a TCCI director role. Brad Stansfield will focus on EMRS, expanding into PR and government relations. The Font brand will be retired. #politas #news #tasmania #politcs #hobart

The Deputy Lord Mayor of Hobart Dr Zelinda Sherlock joined the Tasmanian Greens yesterday believing the party is more aligned with her political beliefs. "I felt compelled to join the Greens. This is a party grounded in values I align with," Sherlock said. #auspol #politas #tasmania #hobart #news

Members of the public raise concerns that @rockliffmediateam, A Liberal authorised (non-government) media account was operated by public servants during the election campaign. We have asked the government whether employees were involved. #auspol #tasmania #politas #news #investigation #hobart

Acting Greens leader Vica Bayley says the Premier must “come clean” after $52K in Pulse Tasmania ads allegedly blocked opponents before the July snap election. Opposition MPs warn this 100% share of voice may undermine fairness. TDMG & Tasmanian Times face legal pressure #tas #politas #hobart #news

#BREAKING🚨| Rockliff Government spent $52,000+ of taxpayer money to monopolise digital media in the final 48 hours before the 2025 state election — blocking opposition voices at the most critical moment. Read More➡️: thoughtdigestmedia.news/2025/12/19/t... #politas #hobart #news #tasmania

#BREAKING | Tasmanian Times reveals premier used budget funds for covert election blitz. New figures revealed by RTI show the government's advertising spend 50% higher than the original $35,000 stated in RTIs requested by TDMG earlier this month. #politas #news #hobart #tas

Pulse Tasmania draws attention again after AFL/Pro-Stadium materials were spotted in their Liverpool St office. Alongside photos of owner Josh Agnew celebrating with MPs, public concerns over impartiality grow. #tasmania #pulsetasmania #politas #news #hobart #tas #journalism

The Integrity Commission and Tasmanian Electoral Commission have received material from Tasmanian Times regarding Government–Pulse Media Group practices during the state election. #politas #tasmania #hobart #news #journalism #ACCC #pulsetasmania #pulse #politcs

Records released to TDMG reveal a pattern of the Premier meeting journalists out of office. DPAC confirms no notes or minutes exist, calling them “casual catch ups”. Unlike other ministerial meetings, this raises transparency, record-keeping and equal access concerns #politas #news #tasmania #hobart

As of 4pm today, TDMG has submitted a report to Pulse Media Group outlining concerns regarding non-compliance of editorial or advertising standards. #australia #news #tasmania #pulsetasmania #Pulse #pulsemediagroup #APC #ACCC #report #journalism Read the Report: www.linkedin.com/posts/though...

#BREAKING | Albanese, ASIO Chief Mike Burges Declares Bondi Shooting the attack as Antisemitic and an Act of Terror. #australia #news #albanese #bondi #nsw #sydney #bondishooting

#BREAKING | NSW Police Confirm Bondi Attack as an Act of Terrorism based on the circumstances that have occurred #australia #news #sydney #bondi #bondishooting #hanukkah

#BREAKING | NSW Premier Declares Massacre as targeted against the Jewish Community #bondi #bondishooting #nsw #sydney #australia #news #shooting