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The Agrarian Kitchen Named Tasmania’s Restaurant of the Year
Southern Tasmania’s culinary scene reached new heights last night as The Agrarian Kitchen in New Norfolk was crowned Tasmania’s Restaurant of the Year at the prestigious Gourmet Traveller 2025 Restaurant
Bruny Island Science Fun Day 2025
The Friends of Bruny Island Quarantine Station (FOBIQS) will mark ten years of curiosity, creativity, and community connection with the Bruny Island Science Fun Day. Sunday 5 October 2025 This milestone
Clarence Arts & Events Rebrands as Rosny Farm
Clarence Arts & Events has officially rebranded as Rosny Farm, unveiling a fresh name, visual identity and website that reflect the heritage and creative character of its popular arts precinct.
Tasvanlife Launches makala – A New Off-Grid Campervan
Tasvanlife has announced the newest member of its growing campervan fleet—makala, a purpose-built off-grid vehicle designed for travellers seeking immersive adventures across Tasmania. Named after a historic Palawa word recorded
Cascades Female Factory Presents Convict Connections
Unlock Your Story at the UNESCO World Heritage Cascades Female Factory In celebration of National Family History Month this August, the Cascades Female Factory Historic Site invites the community to
Tasman Region Welcomes A Natural Escape
The Tasman Region is set to welcome an exciting new addition to Tasmania’s events calendar with the launch of A Natural Escape – a three-week celebration of nature, culture, and
Hobart Penitentiary Crowned No. 1 ‘Top Attraction’ by Tripadvisor
The National Trust Tasmania is proud to announce that the award-winning Hobart Convict Penitentiary has been named the No. 1 ‘Top Attraction’ for both the South Pacific and Australia in Tripadvisor’s
Bruny Island Guide Wins Inaugural State Honour for Tour Guiding Excellence
Cat Davidson named Tasmania’s First Tour Guide of the Year Destination Southern Tasmania congratulates Bruny Island-based guide Cat Davidson on being named the inaugural Tasmanian Tour Guide of the Year
Beaker Street Festival Announces 2025 Program
Death, Pleasure and Humanity Take Centre Stage in Tasmania. This 12–19 August, Beaker Street Festival returns to transform Lutruwita/Tasmania into a stage for wild ideas, boundary-pushing conversations, and deeply human
Connection to Country – A Groundbreaking First Nations Art Exhibition Comes to the Huon Valley
For the first time in the Huon Valley, the voices of First Nations artists will rise together in a landmark exhibition that brings culture, story, and deep-rooted connection to the
Sail into the Off Season Aboard Hobart’s Oldest Working Vessel
Step aboard living history this Off Season with a unique sailing experience on the SV Rhona H. Operated by Heritage Sailing Tasmania, the Rhona H offers a warm and welcoming
Redding the Sails Returns
As the chill of winter deepens and Hobart begins to glow with the fiery spirit of Dark Mofo, one of Tasmania’s most iconic vessels is preparing to bring a unique