Alerts and Incidents Tasmania

18/12/2025

Police are investigating a suspicious house fire at a residence in New St Invermay overnight.

Crews from Tasmania Fire Service were called to the scene about 8.15pm, where they found that a fire had been lit on the exterior of the unit and had tracked inside.

Fire was controlled quickly, minimising damage to the unit.
The unit was unoccupied at the time of the fire.

TFS investigators deemed the fire to be deliberately lit and the matter has been handed to Tasmania Police for investigation.

Anyone with information, or dash cam or CCTV of anyone acting suspiciously in the area just prior to the fire, should contact Launceston Criminal Investigation Branch on 131444.

You can also report to Crime Stoppers Tasmania on 1800333000 or crimestopperstas.com.au, You can remain anonymous.

18/12/2025

| 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. The released documents reveals the government requested to extend it's full digital takeover of Pulse Tasmania's website after it's no-confidence motion defeat, with the campaign running into the first few weeks of the snap election.

This revelation by the Tasmanian Times has resulted in these matters being referred to the integrity commission and electoral commission for assessment to determine if the advertising constitutes a misuse of public funds, and whether the 26% discount provided constitutes as an undeclared gift under the Electoral Act 2004.

Full Article: https://tasmaniantimes.com/2025/12/premier-used-budget-funds-for-secret-election-blitz/?fbclid=IwY2xjawOwcLlicmlkETFtM0dSUnprOTlvNzRCdzJ3c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtQls2v8F3v8ELxncMN7pPl6xwma3YwuSmSmLd8vcO3dhdCbkXbL-okIZnVL&brid=phTGwV_Ig8zB3j4bI4eVSQ

18/12/2025

⏰2:20pm -- 👉 The source of the chemical spill has been contained.

The spilt acid has been diluted and flushed through the drainage system into the Tamar River.

As recommended by the EPA, we will continue to flush water through the system for a further four hours to make it safe.

While the formic acid present in the Tamar River has been diluted, TFS advises that the community should avoid contact with the water.

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18/12/2025

Have you seen a blue Suburu WRX in the Meander Valley area this evening? Anyone who has information about the location or driving behaviour of the vehicle please call 131 444.

17/12/2025

More than 300 metal detecting wands have now been rolled out to stations across the state, giving our officers another valuable tool to help deliver public safety.

👮🚓The wands will be in widespread use as police step up high-visibility patrols in shopping areas, entertainment precincts and public transport hubs from this week, targeting anti-social behaviour and unlawful activity.

➡️ Since 16 June 2025, Police have conducted more than 820 searches using metal detecting wands.

➡️There have been 29 weapons seized including knuckle dusters, blades, scissors, boxcutters and knives of various descriptions.

➡️ Knives are the most common weapon used in crimes in Tasmania. Using wand technology allows police to conduct searches more efficiently and with greater safety for both our officers and the public.

❌ If you’re carrying a knife in a prescribed public place and have no lawful reason to be doing so, then you can expect to be searched and you can expect to be prosecuted.

🛍️ 🍻 Extra patrols across the state this festive season will ensure our public spaces such as retail areas, entertainment precincts, licensed premises and public transport hubs, remain safe for everyone.

📞👀 To report knife crime, call triple zero (000) in an emergency or report to police on 131 444.

17/12/2025

It is understood that The Integrity Commission and TEC have been supplied documents by the Tasmanian Times in regards to the Government & Pulse Media Group. While the contents are not known the submission likely relates to the government's media and advertising practices during the state election, as well as other concerns raised by TDMG and TT's in recent developments.

TDMG can also confirm it submitted a report to Pulse outlining concerns of non-compliance by the outlet relating to the Copyright Act, Australian Consumer law (CaC Act 2010) and Meta/FB partnership & advertising standards.

In the report TDMG provides Pulse Media Group 10 business days to address the concerns outlined:

- Suppression of legitimate public scrutiny
- Failure to disclose conflicts of interest
- Advertorials that are presented or appear to look like news
- Lack of attributions/referencing & copyright infringements
- Handling of comments/moderation during a sensitive/traumatic event
- General comment moderation

17/12/2025

A much-loved blue tree on the Midland Highway near the Longford turn-off was cut down today after a fire on Thursday compromised its hollow base, causing safety concerns. 💙🌳

The Northern Midlands Council said the old tree had been dropping limbs for months, and the increased risk caused by the fire led to the decision to cut it down.

The Blue Tree Project tree, painted by volunteers in 2021, served as a reminder of the importance of having open and meaningful conversations about mental health and su***de.

The council said it is already looking for a suitable replacement tree, and that it welcomes suggestions from the public.

The Tasmania Fire Service said the cause of the fire has not yet been determined.

If you or someone you know needs support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

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10/12/2025

Bushfire 🔶 ℹ️ DOWNGRADED TO ADVICE -Tobys Hill Road, Cygnet
​​​​​​​**THIS POST WILL NOT BE UPDATED AGAIN. Check here for further updates: ℹ️ ABC Emergency: ab.co/ABC_TAS
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10/12/2025

Tasmania's bushfire season has suddenly arrived, with two catastrophes within days of each other. Here is how to prepare if one comes your way.

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