Bushwalking in Southern Tasmania
Southern Tasmania is a spectacular place to get out and about, whether it be for a short walk, day walk, a couple of days, or multi-day extravaganza!
Rather than reinvent the wheel, here are some great resources for plotting your adventures.
Aurora Australis Chasing: The when, where, what and how
Have you seen the dancing lady of the night? If you have, I bet you still remember your first Aurora encounter vividly. My first sighting was purely accidental. I was out photographing the night sky, and noticed a strange glow on the horizon, where I knew there shouldn’t normally be a glow.
The End of the Road: Four Activities at Cockle Creek
How low can you go? On a map of Australia, Cockle Creek is the farthest south you can drive. With its tranquil coves, pristine beaches, forested hills and distant mountain peaks, this little slice of paradise feels worlds away, but is just a 2 hour drive (148km) south of Hobart.
Tassiegrammer Visits Bonorong Wildlife Park And Rescue Service
Late last year I was sent on a mission by Hobart & Beyond to visit Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and photograph some of the animals currently
An Aerial View of Lake Pedder by Francois Fourie
Lake Pedder, the largest fresh water lake in Australia is located approximately 150 kilometres west of Hobart and is set in Tasmania’s spectacular wild south-west
10 Must Visit Waterfalls In Southern Tasmania
Tasmania is home to over 200+ waterfalls that are dotted around the state. With some of the most beautiful, lush rainforests you will find anywhere
Nine Great Photography Locations Within 167km of Hobart
So you are planning a trip to Southern Tasmania and you are looking for some great photography spots? Let us assume you are already checking
The Golden Hour at Mona
Walking into Mona (Museum of Old and New art) at any time is like entering another world, but at night it is a whole new adventure.
Joining several work colleagues I recently experienced the Golden Hour at Mona. This included a spectacular sunset display courtesy of James Turrell’s rooftop installation, Armana, followed by an amazing three course meal at the Mona Wine Bar’s communal dining table.
Snow During Summer in Hobart & Beyond
So winter has come early here in Hobart & Beyond. Well, it did for a day on Saturday the 12th December 2015 anyway. Just 2
South West Legendary Adventure
It’s not often one gets to spend the day with tourism legends. It’s even less likely one might rub shoulders with them on a small aircraft. Rob Pennicott is wearing his trademark shorts, a fitting uniform for the country’s recently crowned Australian Tourism Legend and Bill Lark is earning friends quickly as we glimpse a prized Distiller’s Selection whisky in his arms.
Grand Designs Breathe Life into Heritage Highway’s Past
Some see highways as an efficient way to get from A to B. Pull back a few gears on the Heritage Highway though, and country
The River Derwent
Southern Tasmanians simply call it ‘The River’ just as they refer to the peak that overlooks its estuary as ‘The Mountain’. Story by Chris Viney
Sympathy for the Devil
At a crucial time in the evolution of one of the world’s most unique critters, Chris Viney explores the plight of the reclusive Tasmanian Devil.
A numerical stroll through Battery Point
One of Tasmania’s most historic precincts now plays host to an innovative installation and Chris Viney explains the numbers game. Battery Point, the oldest precinct
Echoes of the Past – Antipodean Heritage
Southern Tasmania’s European history dates back just over two centuries. The presence of the past is strong everywhere you travel, from the convict-built sandstone warehouses
6 Things to Do at Pontville
The town of Pontville is one of Tasmania’s oldest settlements, just a half hour drive north from Hobart. Today, Pontville is rich in heritage and charm—we’ve put together some tips on things to do when you visit.
