Devonport Visitor Information at the paranaple arts centre

22/12/2023

Wishing you a happy festive season and a safe journey into 2024.

14/09/2023

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🏆 Today's the Day! 🏆

We're bursting with pride as Devonport stands tall representing Tasmania in the announcement for Australia's Top Tourism Town! The anticipation is real, and we're hopeful to bring the national title home. 🌟

A massive shoutout to Queenstown and Stanley for their incredible representation of Tasmania in their categories. No matter the outcome, Tassie shines bright today! 🥳

To watch the live stream of the award ceremony today at 12pm visit:
https://www.facebook.com/AustralianTIC/

20/06/2023

Devonport has been named Tourism Industry Council Tasmania (TICT)'s Tasmania's TOP Tourist Town for 2023!

Tasmania’s towns and villages are where our visitors find the real Tasmania – the characters, the quirky personalities, the history and stories, that make exploring our state so rewarding. Our towns are also where our tourism dollars are best spent – supporting local businesses and local jobs, and keeping our regional communities vibrant for everyone.

The 2023 Tassie's Top Tourism Town Awards competition is an opportunity for Tasmanian towns of all sizes to showcase what makes their special part of Tassie such an amazing visitor destination in its own right. It is also about having your town recognised as a place where tourism operators, businesses, and the local community band together to make your town the very best destination it can be.

The 2023 categories and criteria remain unchanged from last year, with three categories available:
* The Top Tourism Town Award for populations over 5,000
* The Small Tourism Town Award for populations under 5,000, but greater than 1,500
* The Tiny Tourism Town Award for populations under 1,500

This year, there were eight wonderful finalists from all regions of the state:
- Coles Bay on the East Coast;
- Richmond and Glenorchy in the South;
- Strahan and Queenstown out West;
- Devonport and Stanley in the North-West;
- and Low Head in the North.

The entries have been judged by an expert panel, who have determined Tasmania’s three Top Tourism Towns - based on population.

The Tasmanian public have also had their say, with more than 3000 people taking part in the consumer voting period.

The winning towns will become finalists and be judged alongside towns in all other Australian States and Territories to determine Australia’s Top Tourism Towns for 2023.

Now, the time has come to announce the three winning towns.
TICT would also like to acknowledge and thank the sponsors of this Awards program - Spirit of Tasmania and TasVacations.

: Devonport has been named Tasmania's TOP Tourist Town for 2023!

Eight towns from Richmond to Glenorchy went head-to-head for the top spot, which was judged by tourism experts and over 3,000 public votes.

Stanley was Tasmania's tiny town winner, while Queenstown is the top small tourist town!

28/09/2022

Daylight Saving Time begins this Sunday in Tasmania, as clocks go forward by an hour once again. What do you think of this annual tradition?

Comment below or text our studio on 0467 922 917 📱

📻You can listen to Breakfast with Belinda King on ABC Northern Tasmania here: https://ab.co/3HFkA2q

21/09/2022

To honour the passing of HRH Queen Elizabeth II, the centre will be closed on Thursday, 22 September 2022, for the National Day of Mourning.

15/09/2022

We wish to advise the community that a number of Devonport services will be closed for the upcoming National Day of Mourning on Thursday 22 September 2022 to mark the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.

The Devonport Visitor Information Centre will be CLOSED.

To leave a message of condolence on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, visit this link:
www.devonport.tas.gov.au/live/your-community/queen-elizabeth-ii-condolence-page/

Alternatively, a condolence book has been placed at Devonport City Council's Customer Service on Level 2 of the paranaple centre at 137 Rooke Steet, Devonport, open 8am-5pm weekdays (closed weekends & public holidays).

31/05/2022

We were delighted to receive this drawing from Joel in Shearwater in the mail today!

Joel seems to be a fan of the area - how about you?

Did you know that voting is still open for TASSIE TOP TOURISM TOWN?

You can vote for Devonport by following this link:
https://tict.com.au/awards/tassies-top-tourism-towns/vote-now-tassies-top-tourism-town-2022/
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Check out Devonport's entry here: https://tict.com.au/awards/tassies-top-tourism-towns/vote-now-tassies-top-tourism-town-2022/devonport/

VOTE NOW!

18/05/2022

Devonport has been nominated as a TASSIE TOP TOURISM TOWN! But - you need to vote for Devonport, for us to win!

You can vote for Devonport by following this link:
https://tict.com.au/awards/tassies-top-tourism-towns/vote-now-tassies-top-tourism-town-2022/
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Check out Devonport's entry here: https://tict.com.au/awards/tassies-top-tourism-towns/vote-now-tassies-top-tourism-town-2022/devonport/

VOTE NOW!

30/03/2022

18/01/2022

Who caught Back Roads on ABC TV + iview last night featuring our beautiful region?

Watch the Cradle Mountain episode here:
https://iview.abc.net.au/show/back-roads/series/8/video/RF2127V003S00?fbclid=IwAR2WIXIkf5ftys1g7KX9DOO7mKnI5fIoypfd9kzSsVO8KyXoJz3aEIIfRis

Guest presenter Joe O'Brien taps into his inner Bear Grylls in this Back Roads adventure to Cradle Mountain in the wilds of the Tasmanian Highlands.

17/12/2021

19/08/2021

23/07/2021

15/05/2021

Visit – See & Do See & Do Eat & Drink Stay Locals Love Whats On Devonport Shopping Maps & Visitor Guides Beaches, Parks & Reserves Devonport City Map Dining Guide Cradle to Coast Tasting Trail Camping & Caravaning Arts, Culture & Heritage paranaple arts centre Devonport Regional Gallery Town Hall ...

20/04/2021

🥳 TODAY 🥳

Devonport City Council will host a 40th celebration for the city’s birthday on Wednesday, 21 April in the Rooke Street Mall. Devonport Mayor Annette Rockliff will cut the birthday cake at 3.15pm commemorating 40 years since Devonport officially became a city.

18/04/2021

14/04/2021

DON'T FORGET: Pre-Polling for the 2021 Tasmanian State Election and the Legislative Council Elections for the divisions of Derwent, Mersey and Windermere is available here at the paranaple arts centre, located at 145 Rooke Street.
Access to the pre-polling centre in the Creative Space at the Arts Centre is via the Rooke Street doors, opposite the bus interchange.
Full details on both elections, plus locations of other pore-poll centres around the state can be found on the Tasmanian Electoral Commission website: https://www.tec.tas.gov.au/index.html

>>> Town Hall Theatre - paranaple arts centre -Devonport Regional Gallery Building

12/04/2021

Pre-Polling for the 2021 Tasmanian State Election and the Legislative Council Elections for the divisions of Derwent, Mersey and Windermere is now available here at the paranaple arts centre, located at 145 Rooke Street.

Access to the pre-polling centre in the Creative Space at the Arts Centre is via the Rooke Street doors, opposite the bus interchange.

Full details on both elections, plus locations of other pore-poll centres around the state can be found on the Tasmanian Electoral Commission website: https://www.tec.tas.gov.au/index.html

Devonport's pre-polling centre opened its doors today at the paranaple arts centre (creative space).

The centre will be open 8.30-5.30pm weekdays until Friday, 30 April.

Entry is off Rooke Street.

For more information visit: https://tec.tas.gov.au/Legislative_Council_Elections/LegislativeCouncilElections_2021/index.html

18/03/2021

2021 Searoad Devonport Motor Expo
This weekend at the paranaple convention centre

Opening Times:
Friday 19 March 5:30pm - 9:00pm
Saturday 20 March 10:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday 21 March 10:00am - 4:00pm

Admission Price:
$10 for Adults
Children under 16 and Student Card-holders are FREE.

Tickets are available via https://form.jotform.com/210327366242045 OR at the door on the weekend of the event!

All funds raised at the show also go towards a range of charities – local, national and international.

Following very careful consideration, the Devonport Motor Show team will seize the opportunity to present a very special, one-off event in 2021, in place of the annual Motor Show. The team will host a ‘3-day expo’ of never-seen-before vehicles, at the paranaple centre in Devonport on the weekend of March 19-21, 2021. These vehicles will join us from across the country, offering motoring enthusiasts a rare opportunity to check them out in the flesh.

Find all the latest information on the Devonport Motor Show page, or head to the website: www.devonportmotorshow.com.au

THIS WEEKEND!

2021 Devonport Motor Expo. Everything is coming together, rev heads. We can't wait to show you the array of never-displayed before cars at this year's expo, you do not want to miss out!

See you this weekend!!

25/01/2021

Australia Remastered - TASMANIA
ABC TV 8.30pm Monday 25 January 2021 or iview:

08/01/2021

Are you looking for a family friendly and free activity during the school holidays?
Explore Devonport and have fun with your family and friends in the School Holiday Scavenger Hunt.
Deep dive into Devonport by solving the clues, unravelling the riddles, and finding what’s hidden in plain site.
This Hunt goes through the East Village and along the Heritage Walk by the Mersey River, and finishes at the East Devonport Beach Playground.

Download the clues here:
https://www.devonport.tas.gov.au/download/365/events/31702/scavenger-hunt-explore-the-east.pdf

Keep an eye out for our upcoming Hunts - Trail Around Town, Delve into Don and Search the Suburbs of Devonport.

08/01/2021

BUS SERVICES ARE CHANGING
The Bus Services Review Project reviewed and recontracted bus services throughout Tasmania. As part of this Project, improvements to the North West bus network, intercity bus network, and school bus network were identified. Changes to these bus services will come into effect on 17 January 2021.

NORTH WEST INFORMATION DAYS
The Department of State Growth will be conducting information days at key locations on the North West Coast in January 2021. To find out more about changes to the North West bus network come and see them at one of the locations outlined below.

Information days will be held at the Devonport Visitor Information at the paranaple arts centre - 145 Rooke Street, Devonport on:
* Thursday, 14 January: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
* Friday, 15 January: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

North West public bus service changes - changes to the North West public bus network will provide a simpler, faster and more frequent bus service with more direct routes. This includes changes to buses operating in the Burnie urban area, the Devonport urban area and regional services connecting Burnie, Penguin, Ulverstone, Devonport, Latrobe and Sheffield.

https://www.transport.tas.gov.au/public_transport/bus_services_are_changing/north_west_public_bus_service_changes/north_west_information_days

07/01/2021

"... Passenger vehicles will be ferried free across the Bass Strait for new bookings from March 1 to June 30.

Announcing the move, deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack said an extra $6 million in subsidies would help boost passenger vehicle bookings on TT-Line and Bass Island Line ferries, and give some relief to the state's tourism industry..."

https://www.theadvocate.com.au/story/7076615/free-ferry-trips-for-passenger-vehicles-with-subsidy-boost/?fbclid=IwAR0mTJ66vbSi2PeU5dRz4Yv7qvqFgEBCegr08JyJKMCcZaO_g8sDGYLKFdM

TICT Media Release
Filling out Spirits
7 January 2021

Tasmanaia’s peak tourism industry body, Tourism Industry Council Tasmania, has applauded the Federal Government’s announcement today that it will temporarily increase the Bass Strait Passenger Vehicle Equalisation Scheme.

TICT CEO Luke Martin said the commitment was a direct investment in stimulating visitation into regional Tasmania over the autumn and shoulder season.

“I am sure today’s announcement is ultimately going to save jobs and secure businesses in regional Tasmania.

“In the short term it’s an immediate boost to tourism operators confidence and optimism as they continue to work through these uncertain times.

“Reducing the cost of taking your vehicle across Bass Strait and filling the Spirit of Tasmania ships over the shoulder season is the most practical thing we can do offset the end of Job Keeper in March and uncertainty about borders.

“Visitors who arrive in Tasmania by sea usually stay longer, spend more and disperse further into regional centres then those who arrive by air.

“This initiative will fill beds, camp sites and tour seats in Strahan, Stanley, St Helens, and Dover over the autumn months.

“As an industry we have been calling for an increase in the BSPVES since COVID first hit us in May as the most immediate way of stimulating visitation by maximising the potential of our ships. It has taken us some time to get here but we’re delighted the federal government has now responded so fully.

Mr Martin acknowledged the support the initiative had received from the State Government, with the Premier having pushed the case directly with the Prime Minister, and the advocacy of the State Oppostion Leader.

“But I do want to particularly acknowledge the efforts of Senator Jono Duniam, and his office, who have been relentles on our behalf over recent months in advocating to their colleagues interstate for this outcome. I have no doubt his efforts have been the determining factor in achieving this important outcome for our tourism industry.”

06/01/2021

Please note that due to the Devonport Cup, Wednesday 6 January 2021 is a Public Holiday (Public Service only) from 11.00am in the municipal area of Devonport.

* Devonport City Council, Devonport Library, Devonport Online Access Centre, paranaple convention centre, Town Hall Theatre - paranaple arts centre - Devonport *

29/12/2020

Get sporty in the north-west:
Devonport City Council has called off this year's New Year's Eve festivities due to COVID-19 restrictions for public events.

And Burnie City Council won't be holding the annual Bite n Brew for the same reason.

However, there will still be a Burnie New Year's Eve Carnival.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-12-30/where-to-celebrate-new-years-eve-in-tasmania/13012348

In true 2020 fashion, the year will be farewelled a bit differently. The good news is, there'll still be fireworks — with a twist.

29/12/2020

Free, family-friendly North-West outdoor adventures to try in the school holidays ~ Meg Powell

Are your children bouncing off the walls after a hectic Christmas, too much sugar and not enough to do?

You've chosen the right place to live. The North-West is absolutely packed with easy, quick outdoor adventures through forests, along beaches and up mountains, suitable for the whole family to enjoy together.

Check out our top picks of fun, free walks for families to enjoy a picnic, fresh air, a spot of adventure and the beauty of the Coast.

** Philosopher Falls, Waratah
Walking time: 1.5 hours return
Difficulty: moderate, includes stairs
Named after the man who changed the fortunes of the entire state after discovering a rich tin deposit at Mount Bischoff, Waratah. The falls lookout sits at the end of a 45 minute stroll through the Tarkine, dotted with interpretive signs and historical tidbits along the way.
To find it, head about 10 kilometres towards Savage River from Waratah. The falls and car park are clearly signposted.

** Goat Island, Penguin
Walking time: a quick scramble
The tiny, granite island lies just off the Old Coast Road, between Penguin and Ulverstone. The island is home to a colony of little penguins, fish and sometimes seals, and can be walked to at low tide via a rocky shelf.

** The Confluence, Queenstown
See the where the bright, polluted orange of the Queen River meets the dark waters of the King. Enjoy a short walk through myrtle, leatherwood and huon pine to a simple picnic area at the water's edge. Don't forget to sign the visitor's book!
Head south from Queenstown along Mount Jukes Road. Warning: signage is scant, the way is marked by an iron silhouette of a man.

** Billet Creek Walk, Lake Barrington
A steep, 90 minute walk through 1000 year-old man fern glades.
Access the walk from the Lake Barrington Rowing Course Picnic Area.

** Tatlows Beach Walk, Stanley
Walking time: 45 minutes (five kilometres)
Difficulty: easy
Enjoy an easy stroll down a stunning beach track at Stanley. Suitable for bikes and prams, level and picturesque. Enjoy a view of the nut and a coffee at Stanley when you're done.
Access via the Stanley Caravan Park, loop up via the beach or return via the track.

** Mount Roland, Gowrie Park
Walking time: 4-6 hours return via O'Neills Road
A more moderate alternative to the popular face track, this track starts at Gowrie Park Village on O'Neill's Road off the C136. You will pass a couple of waterfalls and creeks. A scramble up some boulders is required for the last 60m, but you will be rewarded with spectacular views to Bass Strait, Cradle Mountain and Barn Bluff.

** Julius River Falls, Trowutta
Walking time: 20 minute circuit
Enjoy the beauty of the cool temperate Tarkine rainforest on an interpretive track. The track starts at the Julius River Forest Reserve, complete with vehicle-based campsites and full barbecue facilities and picnic tables. Why not try the rest of the Tarkine Drive while you're at it?
To access, follow the Sumac Road. Clear signage to camping ground and falls.

** Montezuma Falls, Rosebery
Walking time: 3 hours return
Level, easy track takes you to the base of Tasmania's highest waterfall. The 104 metre falls are surrounded by forests of myrtle, leatherwood, sassafras and giant tree ferns. The track starts two kilometres south of Rosebery at Williamsford, following the route of the historic North East Dundas Tramway.
Clear signage on the Murchison Highway.

Grab your sturdy shoes, a drink bottle and a snack and get outside these holidays

28/12/2020

A sprinkling of New Year festivities will be happening across the Coast after a year of disappointment in the event space. Many of the bigger events may be have been cancelled, but there's no reason to put away your sparklers and cheesy new year playlists just yet.

🎆 DASHER + FISHER New Year's Eve at Southern Wild Distillery
Nine Lives Rock 'n' Soul R***e @ Southern Wild Distillery, 6pm-12.30am, show starts at 8pm. Tickets $40. Dress: 1950s.
An evening of musical entertainment, highlighting some of the greats of rock'n'roll. Additional performances by Daniel Bicanski and Lasca Dry. Giveaways, prizes and surprise guests thrown in.
Full bar service from Southern Wild Distillery plus food from Dev's Dumpling Den and Pinctada Kitchen. Prize for the best dressed.

🎆 PLUS: If you are ringing in the New Year at home or with friends, put in your song requests to Sea FM Tasmania for the Devonport City Council & Sea FM's New Year’s Eve Party:
"...We want to bring the P-A-R-T-Y to you this New Year's Eve! The key ingredient to a good Party is an excellent play list with all your favourites, so let us know what you want to hear! Place your song requests at the link below & add a shout out to your mates, family or maybe an apology to your neighbours.
Then make sure you tune into Devonport City Council & Sea FM's New Year’s Eve Party on December 31st from 6pm until we finally end 2020 with a bang at midnight.
If you can't be bothered entering your song request online just give us a call on the night from 6pm until late on 1300 655 922.
SUMBIT YOUR SONG REQUESTS HERE: https://devonport.seafmtas.com.au/win/264410-devonport-city-council-sea-fm-s-new-year-s-eve-party?fbclid=IwAR0cpFeiswoTYB0KN4h39EIpcbXaTI85R7GONsPaw4Epau_WRXKngPJ-tsU

🎆 The Ringmasters @ the Rocky Cape Tavern, 7pm - 1am. Tickets $21. Camping $31. Support act yet to be announced. Ringmasters from 9pm-1am. Outdoors in the beer garden BYO camp chair. Food vans available, all alcohol sold by the tavern (no BYO).
Contact the Rocky Cape Tavern on 64434110

🎆 New Year's Eve @ Cradle Mountain Hotel, from 4pm. Usher in the new year in an alpine setting. Sundowner special at Altitude Bar from 4PM - 6PM, with 30% off all drinks. Buffet will be kicking off from 5pm, as will the a la carte menu. Local trio 'No Strings Attached' performing from 8pm. These guys cover some of your favourites from the 70s to the 00s. Dinner reservations essential. Call 0364921404 to make your booking.

🎆 Not a Bumblebee @ Tullah Lakeside Lodge. 9pm-12.30am. Price: free. Send this rollercoaster of a year out with a bang at Tullah. Farm Fiesta @ Mount Gnomon Farm. 6.30pm-12.30am
Tickets $90 including a return bus from Burnie, Penguin, Ulverstone and Devonport, gourmet feast with dessert, Mount Gnomon keep cup with a free cider or beer on arrival. Fire pots, live music, games, garden lights and pop up bars. Adults only ticketed event. Outdoor games. Live music with Trev Weaver.

🎆 2020 South Cape Cheese Burnie New Year Carnival @ West Park
1:00pm-9:30pm. 134th New Years Eve South Cape Cheese Carnival by the Burnie Athletic Club. 90s PARTY @ The Wandering Trout
7pm-12.30am. Price: free. Prizes for best dressed and best 90s dancer.

Find a party near you

24/12/2020

Devonport Visitor Information at the paranaple arts centre Christmas/New Year open hours:

*please note that the building will now be closing at 4pm on Christmas Eve, Thursday 24 December 2020; and will be open until 2pm on Devonport Cup Day, Wednesday 6 January 2021.

17/12/2020

~Tasmania Public Health Alert~

😷🦠 Tasmania Public Health Alert 😷🦠

Tasmania's Public Health are requesting anyone already in Tasmania who had visited these premises and locations on or after Friday 11 December is asked to self-isolate immediately and call the Public Health Hotline on 1800 671 738.

Travellers are required to advise the hotline that they have been at one of the identified premises.

Travellers who have been at these premises during the specified times are not permitted to enter Tasmania.

If you are affected, please check the latest advice on the Tasmanian coronavirus website: https://bit.ly/3oXaNeg

These locations are being updated throughout the day, please check the Tasmanian coronavirus website for more.

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24/11/2020

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