Kingston Neighbourhood House (KNH) has launched the Red Bench, the first of its kind in southern Tasmania.The Red Bench is an initiative from Red Rose Foundation, a national not-for-profit charity working towards ending domestic and family violence."This is not just a piece of furniture; it is a statement," KNH Manager David Morse said."It is a public reminder that domestic violence exists in...

Rotary Club of Kingston hosted locals Jay Dolliver, Noah Walker, Jarrod Webb and Toby Webb as guest speakers at the latest meeting.These four young men represent Tasmania in different sporting codes and were provided with some financial assistance by Rotary to participate interstate and internationally.Jarrod Webb, Year 9 at Kingston High School, and Toby Webb, Year 8 at St Aloysius Catholic...

bruny NORTH has welcomed its latest exhibition by local artist Bruce Wall, a sculptor who transforms old, discarded materials into incredible sculptural works that sit in easy harmony with landscapes and interiors. The exhibition is entitled 'BRUCE', a decision that the humble Bruce Wall was initially hesitant over."BRUCE seemed a bit wanky," he said. "Maybe if I was Vincent Van Gogh."bruny...

On Sunday, March 2 thousands of Clean Up events took place across Australia, including in Howden."Recognising 'no litter' as the true aim, a band of friendly residents in the Howden community faced reality as they do every year and, armed with collection bags, donned gloves and safety gear, collected up the mess left behind by others, each volunteer probably harbouring visions of a time when...

Salmon remains have recently been found washed ashore on Bruny Island.Partially rotted salmon carcasses washed up on Conleys Beach on Friday, February 21, followed by balls of fat last week on Tuesday, February 25.This comes just days after fat balls and salmon oil washed up on Verona Sands beach in the Huon River. "It is imperative that a full investigation is conducted by the Environment...