Wander Tasmania

23/06/2024

An armful of salad greens in exchange for a restaurant dinner is what's on offer for local backyard growers at a northern Tasmanian hub where 'ultra seasonal' is the fare.

16/06/2024

13/06/2024

WORLD STREET EATS IS BACK THIS SUNDAY! 🧆🥞🌮

We've got an incredible line-up of stallholders ready to serve you the best of international cuisine. From Korean pancakes and BBQ, Nepalese momos and curry, to Mexican tacos and quesadillas, you'll find whatever your heart desires.

We'll be announcing our stallholders over the coming days, so stay tuned for the big reveal.

As always, the markets are free entry, so bring your family, friends, roommates - all are welcome!

13/06/2024

01/06/2024

31/05/2024

Good Morning Tassie! Welcome to Winter ❄️

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31/05/2024

Dive into the deep dark West Coast to celebrate the winter solstice. Experience the Strahan Solstice Festival from 20-23 June, where light meets night, history meets adventure, and community meets celebration.

Embark on a journey outside your comfort zone and discover a community event, blending the raw beauty of the West Coast with the warmth of its people and offerings to brighten the darkest days.

Let the Strahan Solstice Festival illuminate your winter and illuminate your inner light this year. Head to the link below to find out more and plan your solstice adventure.

https://westcoasttas.com.au/strahan-solstice

16/05/2024

Tasmania is in line for a cold snap on Friday, with forecasters expecting snowfall to end the week.

The BOM say most of the state will be wet, with widespread showers expected.

Snow will be potentially falling as low as 500 metres on Friday afternoon across Tasmania, which the BOM say could be the lowest fall of the year so far.

08/05/2024

06/05/2024

An event like no other.

TEDxHobart brings a range of innovative, interesting and entertaining ideas to the stage.

This year, we’re exploring the Ripple Effect. How one action can cause a reaction and create ripples throughout a community and the world.

Join us at the Odeon on 11 May for a full day event. Tickets are available now.

28/04/2024

Four Tassie beaches made the cut... did they include your favourite beach from our heart shaped island? 💙

With more than 50,000 kilometres of coastline on offer, there’s no shortage of secret beaches to enjoy Australia at its best.

28/04/2024

Winter is coming...

Calling all makers for the Tasmanian Made Winter Market at Mac 02 on 15-16 June. Applications are open. Join us for an amazing market that concentrates on showcasing the incredible talent of our local makers. Applications are only accepted via the form on www.tasmanianmademarkets.com (never give money to people via private messages)

12/04/2024

The rumours of Dark M**o's cancellation have been greatly exaggerated.

06/04/2024

One of the most popular stops on your all inclusive day with Bruny Island Safaris is a visit to The Neck. This isthmus joins North and South Bruny Islands with stunning views from the lookout at the top of the stairs

Travelling in our comfortable coach makes your day easy and safe. Join us by booking online at www.brunyislandsafaris.com

Photo credit: Garry Sims - Tassie Tourism Ambassador

26/03/2024

BOATS for ⛵‼

The Australian Wooden Boat Festival is back, 7th - 10th February 2025. We will be encouraging wooden boat owners to register an EOI to display their wooden boat at the festival, from April 2024 (keep an eye out on our website, or sign up to our enewsletter to be notified).

As usual, we are anticipating an overwhelming response, so boats afloat will be notified if they have been offered a berth or a place on the waitlist, and boats ashore are automatically accepted and allocated a space accordingly.

We remind boat owners that their EOI form is very important, and we close this form off in September to allow enough time for planning. With less than a year to go now, the heat is on!

Image credit: AWBF/Stu Gibson

26/03/2024

Every Sunday from 8.30am – 1.00pm, Farm Gate Market transforms an inner city street into a bustling f

01/03/2024

Ready for some MONA FOMA fun? 💃🕺 The Gorge concert is on this Saturday from 430pm.

Our chairs will be floating across the Gorge until 8pm, so you can enjoy an incredible view of the concert 🦅

🚌 Free buses are running from the city
🤟 It will be Auslan interpreted
🎟 No ticket required, but capacity restrictions apply

All other details can be found here: https://monafoma.net.au/program/the-gorge-free-entry

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09/02/2024

Looking for your next adventure?
Look no further than Cradle Mountain Hotel, this is the perfect base for exploring the alpine wilderness.

Wander along enchanting trails like the Knyvet falls track, pictured here, and discover the beauty of the wilderness.

Image thanks to Jason Charles Hill.

27/01/2024

21/01/2024

08/01/2024

Thousands of people are expected to visit Launceston's most popular natural attraction, the Cataract Gorge, this summer.

City of Launceston Mayor Matthew Garwood said the Cataract Gorge was one of the region's most visited destinations.

"We're expecting a fantastic summer at Launceston's iconic Cataract Gorge," Mayor Garwood said.

"While there are currently some temporary changes to pedestrian and road access into the First Basin, we're eager to ensure visitors to Launceston understand the Cataract Gorge itself remains open for everyone to enjoy this summer."

Mayor Garwood said popular attractions like the Basin Cafe, the Gorge Restaurant, and the Gorge Scenic Chairlift — the world's longest single span chairlift — remained open throughout summer.

"The Cataract Gorge features a fantastic playground for the kids, barbecue facilities, free Wi-Fi, toilets and changing rooms, convenient parking, and an accessible inclinator," he said.

"We're expecting high visitation to continue throughout summer, culminating in a free concert at the Cataract Gorge on March 2 as part of Mona Foma 2024."

With remediation works currently underway on the Cataract Walk, pedestrian access to the First Basin from the CBD is currently restricted to the Zig-Zag track; a walking track which the City of Launceston has graded 'Hard — steep and challenging'.

The Zig-Zag track is a historic gravel trail that links Kings Bridge to the First Basin with a series of zig-zags that climb high above the reserve.

"The Zig-Zag track is ideal for those who like to challenge themselves actively, but may not a suitable track for others," Mayor Garwood said.

Road upgrade works in West Launceston's Hillside Crescent mean the best way to access the Cataract Gorge by vehicle from the CBD is via Connaught Crescent and Basin Rd.

Alternatively, vehicles can also access the Cliff Grounds entrance via Gorge Road in Trevallyn.


The City of Launceston's FREE Tiger Bus visits the Cataract Gorge three times per day over summer. The full timetable is available at www.launceston.tas.gov.au

Mayor Garwood said he hoped visitors to Launceston over summer would make the most of the Cataract Gorge.

"The Cataract Gorge is an amazing natural destination only a short distance from Launceston's CBD, and we hope both locals and visitors have a blast there during the warmer months," he said.

"While some people choose to swim in the First Basin itself, it's important to note the First Basin can be subject to strong currents, cold water, slippery rocks and submerged obstacles and is not actively monitored by our lifeguards.

"Having spent a lot of time there with school friends, the First Basin Swimming Pool is my personal preference for a swim.

"The First Basin Swimming Pool is actively supervised by our lifeguards between 11am and 4pm each day, who are equipped with a wide range of first aid and emergency response equipment, including defibrillators."

02/01/2024

Summer in the wilderness calls for chasing waterfalls and spotting rainbows 🌈💧

You'll find Pencil Pine Falls after just a short boardwalk stroll through enchanting cool temperate rainforest. When venturing on just a little further you will be delighted by the sight of Kynvet Falls, another beautiful alpine waterfall.

30/12/2023

: Tassie yacht Alive has claimed overall honours in the Sydney to Hobart for the second time.

The yacht crossed the finish line on Thursday afternoon and was this morning declared the winner of the Tattersall Cup, with over 50 yachts still yet to arrive

LawConnect claimed line honours on Thursday morning by just 51 seconds in the second closest finish in Sydney to Hobart history.