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Explore our latest guides, ideas and stories from Hobart and southern Tasmania.

Browse the articles below for local recommendations, places to visit, things to do and practical information to help you discover more of southern Tasmania.

Tasmanian Trout Expo. Image Credit: Trout Tales

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Tasmanian Trout Expo

The 2025 Tasmanian Trout Expo will be held on Sunday, October 19th at Brumby’s Creek, Cressy, inviting anglers, families, and visitors for a full...

Fitzroy Gardens Hobart. Image Credit: Darren Wright

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Fitzroy Gardens: South Hobart’s Charming Green Sanctuary

Hidden away in South Hobart lies one of the city's most delightful yet underrated green spaces, Fitzroy Gardens....
St David's Park, Hobart. Image Credit: Darren Wright

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St David’s Park, Hobart Tasmania

Right in the heart of Hobart, where Salamanca Place meets Sandy Bay Road, sits one of the city's most intriguing spaces, St David's Park....
Kate Hill Wines - Huon Valley

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Huon Valley Wine and Cider Trail

The Huon Valley has a long (and delicious) history with all things apple growing, and this heritage really shines through in the amazing varieties...
Hobart Penitentiary

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Unshackled and Unmissable: 2-for-1 Winter Tours at Hobart Penitentiary for Locals

Tasmanians get 2-for-1 tickets to Hobart’s Unshackled tour this winter. Explore tunnels, gallows, convict history & Pandemonium. Book before August ends!...
Perth, Tasmania

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Perth Tasmania

The historic town of Perth, in the Northern Midlands, was settled in 1821. Perth boasts a whole lot of charm, as well as scenic...
Bothwell, Tasmania. Image Credit: Nicole Sanders and Central Highlands Council

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Discover Bothwell, Tasmania – A Visitor’s Guide

Home » Blog » Just over an hour’s drive from Hobart and a cruisy two hours from Launceston, Bothwell is the kind of place...

Tarraleah Falls. Image Credit: Darren Wright

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Tarraleah Falls – Chasing Waterfalls in the Central Highlands

Home » Blog » Tucked away in Tasmania’s Central Highlands, Tarraleah Falls offers more than just a beautiful cascade — it’s the journey in...

Richmond Bridge Tasmania - Australia's oldest stone arch bridge spanning Coal River with six sandstone arches. Image Credit: Darren Wright

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Richmond Bridge Tasmania | Australia’s Oldest Stone Bridge (1825)

Home » Blog » Coal River Valley The Richmond Bridge in Tasmania’s Coal River Valley isn’t just Australia’s oldest stone bridge still carrying traffic,...

Ross Bridge, Tasmania. Image Credit: Darren Wright.

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Ross Bridge: A Historic Gem in Tasmania

Ross Bridge, spanning the Macquarie River in Tasmania, is one of Australia’s most significant colonial-era structures, built in 1836 by convicts....
Richmond Tasmania. Image Credit: Darren Wright

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Best Things to Do in the Coal River Valley, Tasmania

Just beyond Hobart, the Coal River Valley brings together some of Tasmania’s best cool-climate wine, generous local produce and the historic village of Richmond....
Hadley's Orient Hotel by Alastair Bett

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Where to stay in Hobart for Dark Mofo

Home » Blog » Accommodation If you’re planning to attend Dark Mofo this year, you’ll want to find the perfect place to stay that...

Mavista Rainforest Walk, Bruny Island. Image Credit: Darren Wright

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Mavista Rainforest Walking Track on Bruny Island

Tucked away in the heart of South Bruny Island, the Mavista Picnic Area and Walking Track offers a peaceful escape into lush, cool-temperate rainforest....

Tunbridge Tasmania. Image Credit: mychairaffair

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Discover Tunbridge in Tasmania’s Southern Midlands

Discover Tunbridge, a small Southern Midlands village shaped by coaching history, convict-built landmarks and Georgian architecture. Explore its historic streets, distinctive bridge, native grasslands...
Cloudy Bay, Bruny Island. Image Credit: Darren Wright

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Bruny Island Day Trip with Guide Paul Fleming

Today, Bruny Island is known as a haven for environmentally sensitive tourism and purveyors of the finest local, and boutique, produce; but it’s early...
Crooked Chimney Cottage, Avoca Tasmania

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Top Things to Do in Avoca, Tasmania

Experience good old fashioned country charm at Avoca, a small village about a half hour drive north east from Campbell Town. The area was...
Inala Jurassic Garden, New Holland Honeyeater. Image Credit: Darren Wright

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Inala Jurassic Garden – Bruny Island

Inala Jurassic Garden on South Bruny Island showcases over 750 plant species that trace their origins back to Gondwana. Founded by botanist Dr Tonia...

Kingston Beach. Image Credit: @kbone68

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Discover Kingston: A Coastal Gem in Southern Tasmania

Kingston, a lively coastal town just a 15-minute drive from Hobart, offers a mix of beautiful beaches, family-friendly parks, and a laid-back vibe that...

nipaluna / Hobart. Image Credit: Darren Wright

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No Car Required: Tips for Exploring Hobart on Foot

Hobart is a wonderful city to explore on foot. The city is a very manageable size to walk around in and public transport is...
Curringa Farm

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Central Highlands Tasmania Accommodation Guide

Discover the best accommodation in Tasmania’s Central Highlands, from lakeside cabins and farm stays to historic properties. When it comes to truly immersing yourself...

Duckhole Lake Track. Image Credit: Darren Wright

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Discover Duckhole Lake: A Hidden Gem in Southern Tasmania

Home » Blog » Huon Valley Duckhole Lake, located in the Far South of Tasmania, offers a tranquil and picturesque escape for nature lovers....

Fossil Cove. Image Credit: Darren Wright

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A Walk to Fossil Cove: Tasmania’s Hidden Geological Gem

Home » Blog » D’Entrecasteaux Channel Fossil Cove, located near Blackmans Bay in Southern Tasmania, is a hidden treasure renowned for its rich geology...

Coningham Beach Boat Sheds. Image Credit: Darren Wright

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Coningham Beach and Snug Point Track

Home » Blog » D’Entrecasteaux Channel Sitting just 30 minutes drive from Hobart, Coningham Beach is a tranquil escape along the sheltered waters of...

Twisted Sister Track. Image Credit: Darren Wright

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Discover the Twisted Sister Track along Gordon River Road

Home » Blog » Derwent Valley Southern Tasmania is renowned for its rugged beauty, and the Gordon River Road, which winds through the heart...

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