Light up the night: Crowds swarm for burning of Ogoh-ogoh
The sacrificial totem Ogoh-ogoh has gone up in flames, the fears of thousands have been banished and Dark Mofo has come to an end. See all the pictures >
Events
‘Thrill of it’: Why sister’s brave icy waters for Solstice Swim
Tasmanian sisters who have made Dark Mofo’s Nude Solstice Swim a family tradition have spoken about why they brave the icy water each year. Why they take the plunge >
Hobart’s ‘Banksy’ paints playful Mofo mural
A Hobart artist has painted the city streets in red as part of Dark Mofo’s Night Mass immersion. PICTURES >>
Ultimate guide to Dark Mofo’s 10th anniversary
After 10 stellar years at the helm, this year’s Mofo will be the last for artistic director Leigh Carmichael. Huge international acts, the return of Dark Park – see what wicked treats he has in store.
Meet the Tassie world champion smashing stereotypes
The fit, articulate, well-educated 31-year-old from Tasmania is a refreshing new breed of fighter, shaking MMA’s bad-boy image and bringing this lesser-known sport into the mainstream.
Sneak peek at Tassie’s Ten Days on the Island festival
Artistic director Lindy Hume admits she got more than she bargained for when she moved to Tasmania six years ago, as she presents her most “adventurous” Ten Days on the Island program yet.
Much loved paddock party draws big crowds
Tens of thousands of party people flocked to the paddock for a weekend, which saw the resurgence of one of Tassie most loved music festivals, Party in the Paddock. SEE THE PICS >
GALLERY: Glitz and glam of Hobart Cup
Fashion and racing go hand in hand. See the hottest looks off the field with 100+ faces of the Hobart Cup.
GALLERY: Party in the Paddock 2023 | Fri
Tassie born festival, Party in the Paddock has made a triumphant comeback this weekend, following a three year hiatus. See the thousands of faces that flocked to Quercus Park for the highly anticipated event >
GALLERY: Party in the Paddock 2023 | Sat
Tassie born festival, Party in the Paddock has made a triumphant comeback this weekend, following a three year hiatus. See the thousands of faces that flocked to Quercus Park for the highly anticipated event >
Biggest and best boat festival sails into Hobart
About 450 wooden vessels will hit Hobart for one of the world’s largest boat festivals and sailors like Nick Jaffe – who completed a solo Bass Strait voyage in an open-cockpit boat – excitedly share tales of adventure.
The ‘best chardy yet’ set to rock Huon Valley on Saturday
Saturday’s eagerly anticipated Wine Machine party at Home Hill Winery will feature blockbuster acts Flight Facilities, Lime Cordiale and Cut Copy, and an extended cellar door area.
Dispenser by day, DJ by night: Tassie chemist’s Jekyll and Hyde life
It’s been a month to remember for a young Hobart woman: In her daytime guise, she graduated uni and secured a plum gig at the RHH. And at night, she is set to soar.
I love being alive: Inside Happy Jack’s rollercoaster life
He’s known as the Smiling Assassin – the “energy guy” key to the JackJumpers’ success. But Jack McVeigh hasn’t always been the confident character fans love. HIS TRANSFORMATION >>
‘I had a vision’: Story behind Tassie teens’ emotive music video
A budding songwriter and a filmmaker who was producing horror movies as a ten-year-old have teamed up for an award-winning music video which celebrates boyhood and the beach in a touching, Tasmanian tale. Read how the talented teens did it.
Tassie tour brings Aussie icon great joy
Just days away from launching his latest tour, Aussie artist Vance Joy reveals why Tassie show could be the best.
JackJumpers star import hungry for 22-23 NBL championship
“Hopefully I can be here a little bit longer”: JackJumpers star Milton Doyle talks about his childhood, his wife and kids, their new life in Hobart and his hunger for an NBL championship.
REVEALED: What it’s like to live in the coldest place on earth
Find out what it’s like to spend time living and working in the coldest, windiest place on earth from the people who know it best ahead of Hobart’s Australian Antarctic Festival. ANTARCTICA DEEP DIVE>>>
‘Devastating’: Tassie actor’s heart-wrenching new role
Prolific Tassie performer Jane Longhurst reflects on her successful acting career as she prepares for her most challenging role yet. SEE THE SHOW >>>
A luxury Hobart retreat for lovers of all things sweet
Relax, unwind and indulge your tastebuds at a luxury 11-room hotel nestled in the foothills of Mt Wellington. LOOK INSIDE >>
The new distilleries thriving in Tassie’s whisky boom
As Tasmanian Whisky Week approaches, we take a look at local distilleries where business is booming. SEE WHAT’S NEW>>
MEGA LIST: Things to do in Tassie during the July school holidays
Beat school holiday boredom with this mega list of free and low-cost July activities for Tassie children of all ages. WHAT’S ON >>
Big Sing Bonfire event springs spectacular surprise
Hundreds took part in the Festival of Voices Big Sing Bonfire event in Hobart, but it was the spectacular finish that surprised many. VIDEO, WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK >>>
‘Cleansed of fear’: Dark Mofo goes out with a bang
Giant Tasmanian masked owl Ogoh-Ogoh was set alight as thousands hit the streets of Hobart to celebrate regeneration and the cleansing of fears. THE FINAL DAYS >>
MEGA LIST: What to do in Tasmania this winter
Regardless of whether you want to traipse through Tasmania’s wilderness, attend festivals, or stay tucked up at home in your Ugg boots, here’s an extensive collection of activities for your Tassie winter calendar. THINGS TO DO >>
Metro announces a week of free bus travel
Metro is making sure some commuters can stay connected with their community between October 12-18. ARE YOU ELIGIBLE?
Album release a massive relief after heartache and hurdles
Riddled with heartache, hurdles and hitches – 2020 is not shaping up to be all that ascending Hobart punk group A Swayze and the Ghosts had hoped for. So the release of their debut album Paid salvation today comes as a ‘monumental relief’.
Strange TV transmission to beam out from West Coast
A “surreal” artistic broadcast from The Unconformity will connect global viewers with a small town on Tasmania’s West Coast. SEE THEIR PLANS >>
Northeast Party House reschedule ‘electrifying’ show
Melbourne’ based electronic six piece has rescheduled its Shelf Life tour for the third time after shows and festivals were cancelled earlier this year due to COVID-19. NEW DATES >>
Call-out for Johnny Cash inspired community dance project
There’s no better way to brush off the COVID blues than to get involved in a mega Johnny Cash inspired, harp playing, boot-scootin’ community dance project bonanza. Tasdance and Junction Arts Festival are calling for registrations now.
Premier Arts festival is searching for new board member
One of Tasmania’s premier arts festivals is seeking to fill a vacant board member position as it looks to shape Tasmania’s art and events scene post COVID-19. SEE MORE >>
Songstress Asta getting creative at home through pandemic
Hobart songstress Asta has been using her time in lockdown to her advantage and is now gearing up for a “new phase” in her career.
Nation’s ‘beer nerds’ to hop online for Tassie science event
Beer aficionados far and wide will hop online or into a local brewery next month learn the intricate science of beer making from Tasmania’s best brewers. FIND OUT WHERE TO SCORE TICKETS >>
New festival may rise from Falls ashes
Music fans may still get to party over New Year’s with a businessman and philanthropist mulling the idea of holding a festival on the East Coast.
BIG LIST: 15+ School holiday ideas to keep the kids busy
Ask any child and they’ll usually have a mental list of fun things they’d love to do in the school holidays – whether it’s hang out in the pyjamas all day, head to the movies or just spend time with the family. Here are 15+ ideas on how to keep the kids busy >>
Frothy festival to help punters kick 2020 to the kerb
In the wake of coronavirus restriction rollbacks, stallholders are now able to submit registrations for one of Tassie’s favourite frothy festivals over New Year’s Eve. Full details + how you can get involved >>
Salamanca Market return on the cards
After more than three months out of action, Hobart’s iconic Salamanca Market could be set for an early comeback – but in a modified form.
Feast lives on despite Dark Mofo cancellation
The plug has been pulled on this year’s Dark Mofo, but food fans can still take part in the event’s centrepiece Winter Feast. See how you can be involved >>
Major foodie festival the next COVID casualty
UPDATED: In another blow to the struggling hospitality industry, one of the state’s major food festivals has announced it most likely won’t go ahead this summer. But there is hope on the horizon.
Re-imagined boat festival opens expressions of interest
As restrictions ease, Tasmanians take a first glimpse at what a national summer boating festival at Constitution Dock will look like.
Major festival postponed until 2021
The festivals director thanked the “many artists and festival partners we have been working with” who were to be showcased in the 10th Anniversary Festival.
World-class mountain bike event cancelled
The inaugural Dragon Trail mountain biking event scheduled for next week has been called off due to coronavirus.
Twilight Market latest event to pull the pin
Markets, fun runs and multicultural festivities have joined the gowing list of events to be cancelled due to the coronavirus crisis.
Wainwright in Hobart for solo show
Singer-songwriter Rufus Wainwright will perform a solo show in Hobart tonight — one of just two Australian appearances this year.
Lydia Lunch in Hobart with ‘intense’ feminism
Counter-culture queen Lydia Lunch, on her way back to Hobart with band Retrovirus, says the only difference between her and comedian Louis CK is that: “he exposes himself, but at least he asks”.
Rektango anniversary party line-up revealed
A version of the original Rektango band including Tania Bosak will perform at the 20th anniversary of a Hobart institution: the weekly, Friday night after-work party at Salamanca Courtyard.
Hobart’s newest jazz party
A new festival in Hobart will feature some of Australia’s finest jazz performers, including Ethiopian jazz band Black Jesus Experience, seven piece group Wanderlust and Melbourne’s Michelle Nicolle Quartet.
Tasmanians soak up Australia Day festivities
Thousands of Tasmanians turned out at Australia Day events across the state. SEE THE PHOTO GALLERY from citizenship ceremonies and action at Kingston and Sandy Bay beaches.
Beauty, politics abound at Bett Gallery Hobart
Leading Australian political artists and others take a look at what lies ahead for humanity and the environment in a new exhibition at Bett Gallery Hobart.
Insects the ‘bee all and end all’
Young bee enthusiasts will battle it out by demonstrating their beekeeping skills in the hope of landing a place on the Australian team.
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