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The Hobart and Beyond blog will take you on a journey through southern Tasmania, showcasing the best of Hobart and its surrounding regions.
Our team of local experts share their knowledge and insights, providing tips on the best places to eat, stay, and visit. Whether you are a nature lover, a history buff, or a foodie, Hobart and Beyond has something to offer everyone.
Discover a range of topics, from exploring our rugged coastlines and beaches to indulging in the local culinary delights. We will also take you on tours, provide tips on hiking in stunning national parks, and share information on the best spots to catch a glimpse of the elusive Southern Lights.
Latest Southern Tasmania Articles:
The End of the Road, Cockle Creek, Far South Tasmania
Head south from Hobart until the bitumen runs out and you’ll land at Cockle Creek, the southernmost place you can drive to in Australia.
She’s Golden, Love: 10 Autumn Spots Around Hobart & Southern Tasmania
Chasing autumn leaves in Hobart and Southern Tasmania? From city parks to Mt Field’s fagus, here are 10 golden spots for road trips, photos and cosy evenings.
Oatlands Highland Gathering
Experience the Spirit of Scotland at the Oatlands Highland Gathering. If you love the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, then mark your calendar for an event that will transport
HOT LIST – Autumn Events in Southern Tasmania 2026
Home » Blog » Autumn in Southern Tasmania doesn’t ease in quietly. It arrives with colour in the vineyards, woodsmoke in the air, and a calendar that fills
Lake Fenton – Mt Field National Park
Home » Blog » Derwent Valley Lake Fenton is where Mt Field’s wild side starts to feel close enough to touch, alpine air, big skies, ancient plants and
Things To Do in Ross Tasmania — Heritage Village Guide
A visit to the convict-built village of Ross offers a captivating glimpse into another time. Ross was originally established as a garrison in 1812, and also became an
Two Tree Point, Bruny Island
Two Tree Point is 30 minutes’ drive south of the Bruny Island ferry terminal, at Adventure Bay, Tasmania, where time seems to slow right down.
Dark Mofo 2026 – Your Ultimate Guide
Welcome to the strange, spectacular, and downright brilliant world of Dark Mofo – lutruwita/Tasmania’s midwinter festival
Southern Lights Over Tasmania | Aurora Australis Gallery – January 2026
Home » Blog » On Tuesday 20 January 2026, a severe geomagnetic storm pushed the aurora Australis into view, lighting up southern Tasmania with waves of colour across
20 Things to do in Tasmania’s Derwent Valley
Home » Blog » Derwent Valley The Derwent Valley is one of those places that quietly rewards curiosity. Following the river inland from nipaluna / Hobart, the landscape
GoatFest 2026: A Day Out with a Difference in Longford
GoatFest returns to Longford Showgrounds on 25 January 2026 for a relaxed family day celebrating goats, local makers, hands-on experiences and rural Tasmanian culture.
Camping in Southern Tasmania
Home » Blog » Southern Tasmania offers some of Australia’s most spectacular camping experiences, from pristine beaches along the D’Entrecasteaux Channel to the rugged wilderness of the Far
Camping Along Tasmania’s Heritage Highway, Launceston to Hobart
Home » Heritage Highway » Blog » Sitting between Launceston and Hobart, the Heritage Highway is the kind of road that rewards the traveller who’s happy to ease
National Penny Farthing Championships in Evandale
The historic streets of Evandale will come alive on the 21st February with bikes and sheer eccentricity of the Penny Farthing Championships.
Your Guide to the Best Markets in the Huon Valley
Whether you’re chasing fresh veg, hand-made treasures, or a Thursday night feed, here’s your local guide to Huon Valley Markets.
Hobart Laneways, Hidden Street Art, History and Creativity
Home » Blog » There’s something about laneways that makes a city tick. They’re the shortcuts, the quiet corners, the places where you stumble upon something unexpected, a
2025–26 Summer Events HOT LIST | Hobart & Southern Tasmania
Home » Blog » Summer in Southern Tasmania isn’t just warm weather and long evenings, it’s a non-stop celebration of food, music, culture, and the outdoors. From Hobart’s
November Flower Festivals in Longford, Tasmania
Home » Heritage Highway » Blog » This November 2025, the historic Georgian town of Longford in Tasmania’s Northern Midlands transforms into a floral wonderland with two spectacular