At approximately 8.00pm Saturday 21 November 2020, Tasmania Police and Tasmania Fire Service (TFS) responded to reports of a structure fire at Cosgrove High School.

Upon arrival an area of the school was well alight and there was a large amount of smoke emanating from the structure. TFS brought the fire under control and it was contained to one building. However, there has been a substantial amount of damage caused to this section of the school.

Police remain at the scene and investigations will be ongoing.

Police are appealing to any witnesses or members of the public who can provide information in relation to the incident to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at crimestoppers.com.au