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Jon Tuxworth is a sports reporter for News Corp and CODE Sports, based in Launceston.

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George Town-Beaconsfield's Shaun Muller after his century against Perth. Picture: Facebook

TCL, Cricket North: The big guns, surprise packets who’ve stepped up early

There’s been some established key figures and surprise packets who have hit the ground running early in the Tasmanian Cricket League and Cricket North seasons. We take a look at who’s been dominant with bat or ball thus far.

LAUNCESTON, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 18: Milton Doyle of the Jackjumpers attacks the defence during the round five NBL match between Tasmania Jackjumpers and Sydney Kings at Silverdome, on October 18, 2024, in Launceston, Australia. (Photo by Simon Sturzaker/Getty Images)

How new upgrades will lift the Silverdome

With the Silverdome’s $12m upgrades set to get underway, officials believe it could help the state’s push for another elite sporting team. See what the arena will look like after the upgrades.

Rocherlea player-coach Josh Ponting gets a handball away. Picture: Scott Gelston/Solstice Digital

Clubs continue recruitment raids on NTFA giants

The players of this year’s unbeaten NTFA flag winners continue to be targeted by rival clubs in one of the most dramatic player movement periods the association has seen. We dissect the biggest signings.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 29: Tim Ward of Tasmania bats during day two of the Sheffield Shield match between Victoria and Tasmania at CitiPower Centre, on October 29, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Sheffield Shield: Vics topple Tigers despite late order resistance

Tasmania’s tailenders dug in, but Victoria’s bowlers got the job done on the final day of their Shield clash on Friday. Get the wrap up here.

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SFLW Premier League grand final 2025 - Clarence V Kingborough. Chontelle Eggers Kingborough. Picture: Nikki Davis-Jones

Revealed: How fans feel about the health of Tasmanian footy

Tasmanian community footy has consistently been a large source of debate. Now our survey can reveal where fans feel the game is performing well and where it needs improvement.

Andrew Fitz and Matt Cocker after Fitz captained Trevallyn B-grade to a flag. Picture: Supplied

Why local cricket legend is prepared to pass on his record

One of Tasmania’s most storied local cricketers has written another chapter in his already illustrious career but he believes it’s a piece of history he won’t hold onto. He opens up on his memories and why he confused the opposition in the moment.

Brad Cox-Goodyer and Jack Avent North Launceston. TSL grand final 2024 - North Launceston V Lauderdale. Picture: Nikki Davis-Jones

How Tigers used family ties to lure Bombers legend

Happy wife, happy life. It’s an adage Rocherlea used to pull off the bombshell signing of the NTFA off season thus far. Read how the Tigers snared a Bombers legend.

Deagan Madden was named Longford's best and fairest. Picture: Facebook

Tassie guns land at Melbourne footy club

Two of Tasmania’s finest footballers have signed with a Melbourne footy club which is enjoying a busy off-season. Here’s what we know.

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Aidan Webster SFL, Bailey Boag NWFL, Dylan Fyfe SFL. SFL V NWFL representative game at North Hobart Oval. Picture: Nikki Davis-Jones

Devils hand NWFL gun overdue VFL chance

His first crack at VFL was ruined by Covid, but a long-time NWFL gun will get a second chance as Tasmania’s latest signing.

WNBA star Alanna Smith and younger sister Andie Smith, a Tasmanian state representative, are making waves in the basketball world. Picture: Supplied.

Tassie basketball’s royal family gets nod in next-gen Aussie squad

Basketball’s Smith dynasty continues as teenage sensation Andie joins Australia’s under-17 squad, while WNBA champion sister Alanna contemplates a big move for the future of Tassie basketball.

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