Inside Mona’s latest installation by French artist Théo Mercier
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Women, there’s a killer reason you must know family history
Aussie women are being encouraged to know their family history in order to get ahead of a potentially deadly fight.
Pint-sized wine bar draws in a Hobart crowd
Tasmanians won’t line up for many things. But they will for Sonny, the pint-sized Hobart wine bar with the super-sized fan club ranked in Australia’s top 100 food experiences.
Is Tassie the home of Australia’s best minibar?
Rooms at Launceston’s luxury Stillwater Seven hotel feature a personal pantry stocked with guests’ favourite drinks and snacks – a service that has ranked in Australia’s top 100 food experiences
Tassie wine-tasting experience ranked among Australia’s best
When a popular Tassie vineyard with a string of accolades opened a tasting room late last year, wine buffs across Australia took notice, with the experience now ranked among the nation’s best
Could Bruny be Australia’s foodiest island?
It’s a popular destination for locals and tourists – and now Bruny Island has been recognised as one of Australia’s most delicious food experiences on the delicious. 100 ultimate foodie bucket list
Major overhaul to Bali bombing site for Aussies
The site of the 2002 Bali bombing site, which claimed 88 Australian lives, is set to become a place to promote “tolerance”.
What the Year of the Snake holds for you
It’s the Year of the Snake. See what the year holds for you, your loved ones and friends, according to your Chinese zodiac.
Renowned muso showcases Tassie with release of his 13th album
His school mates loved Nirvana and Metallica but Pete Cornelius had more unusual musical tastes, leading the talented Tasmanian to forge an international career – now launching his 13th album
Gourmet farmer dishes up all the dirt on soil in his new book
Former food critic and now farmer Matthew Evans is on a mission to educate people about a vital part of our world that goes largely unnoticed but is vital to keeping the earth, and us, healthy
Authentic Afghan experience serves up community spirit
Moonah’s Zafira Fine Foods not only gives locals the chance to sample Afghani food but also acts as a community hub for the approximately 300 Hazara people who have settled in Hobart
Kingston pub worth its salt
The revitalised 70s hotel, The Salty Dog, is a stylish mainstay of the bustling Kingston Beach scene and deserves a spot on your must-eat list, says TasWeekend food writer Alix Davis.
A ray of Spanish sunshine in Tassie winter
An evening at The Black Footed Pig is a delicious reminder of travel through the Spanish countryside, with Tasmanian and Australian produce creating dishes influenced by Moorish and Mediterranean flavours.
Little laneway eatery is a delight
Devonport’s Pam’s Bottles & Cups is a terrific little wine bar whose focus is more about “food with booze” rather than “booze with food”, writes Alix Davis
Gardening guru’s move to ditch suburban life pays off
Former TV gardener Tino Carnevale is enjoying a quiet existence on the Tasman Peninsula and says ditching suburban life for country living has turned out to be one of his best decisions yet.
The Tassie family who struck black gold named in coveted foodie list
The first family of Australian black truffles the Terrys – who welcome visitors to help unearth their precious fungi – has been recognised in offering one of Australia’s top-100 food experiences
Is this Hobart’s cutest historic property?
Lovingly restored from its 1857 origins, this South Hobart cottage oozes character and charm. Thanks to the retention of many original features guests are transported to 19th century Hobart
Virus sweeping Bali resorts popular with Aussies
A potentially deadly virus has more than doubled in one of Bali’s top tourist hotspots, sparking urgent warnings from health authorities.
Is this oh-so-magical hot tub the best Tassie has to offer?
The Instagram-worthy mineral hot tub is an obvious drawcard, allowing guests to soak away stress, surrounded by nature. But Orchards Nest has plenty more to offer guests, writes Linda Smith
Heavenly Huon Hideaway beckons
Nestled on the edge of the Huon River, this idyllic haven is the ideal place to relax, unwind and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Southern Edge, writes Elise Kaine
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How Tassie music festivals are bucking the national trend
While interstate festival-goers are reeling from the cancellation of their favourite events, it’s a different story down south where small festivals are proving to be hits both on and off the stage.
Arrr you ready for an adventure?
For years these three friends have dreamt of launching their own escape room. It’s now become reality with a limited-time pop-up in a historic Hobart site.
‘Be kind’: Plea for respect for new hospitality workers
Tasmania’s hospitality sector will be run off its feet this summer and they need customers to be kind and patient. Here’s how you can help.
Top chef Luke Burgess returns to Hobart for new venture
Acclaimed Tasmanian chef Luke Burgess will settle in Hobart permanently next year and has a new venture in the works. What he has planned. >>
Everything you need to know about River Derwent sewage spill
FREE: Parts of the River Derwent could be shut off to swimmers beyond Boxing Day after a sewage leak.
Aussie cane toads, kangaroos and sharks stump Apple Intelligence
Image Playground is one of the most fun new features of Apple Intelligence, but how good it is in coming close to reality? We put it to the test.
Mona’s delicious solution to pesty problem
The Mona approach to eating calls for people to swap out farmed meat for whatever is feral, low-impact or abundant. It forms the basis of a new TV show, set to premier early next year.
Just take a look to the east … it’s illuminating
When I saw the works of artist Richard Butler I wanted to be back where I grew up in Northern Tasmania, raising my eyes to the distant mountains, extraordinary cloudscapes and light shows
Globetrotting chef brings pop up dining to Tasmania
The concept of pop up restaurants are taking off and Tasmania is soon to host a globetrotting chef. Find out what’s on the menu.
Why fishing stocks are no longer at rock-bottom
Rock lobster stocks are stabilising following record low stock levels according to the latest recreational fisher survey. Tassie fishers caught four times more in one region than the rest.
Report empty pots: The strict new rules for rock lobster fishers
The recreational rock lobster season opens on Saturday but strict new rules are prompting many to give up their pots. The new rules >>
Inside the secret lives of Tassie’s DJs
“I feel alive”: Meet the musical superheroes who lead double lives, working in creative or professional roles by day before taking to the DJ decks to entertain Tassie crowds when the sun goes down
Death of acclaimed Tasmanian artist who inspired ABC logo
Artworks by Tasmanian George Davis, the father of actor Essie Davis, are much-prized in permanent collections at various Australian public galleries and museums.
‘Ignorant and lazy’: Parking shocker sparks brutal takedown
Parking standards have taken a turn for the worse, with one driver called out for their “ignorant and lazy” attempt to stay in the lines.
Surprising way to guarantee magpies won’t swoop you
There’s one almost sure-fire way to stop magpies swooping, but if that fails, there are always metal buckets, writes Frances Whiting.
Simple holiday booking hack that we all forgot about
Forget about how many shopping days until Christmas, it’s time to start saving for summer holidays … and it might not be as tough as you think
Our dogs have changed … and we didn’t even notice
Many dog owners insist they know their pets very well but an emerging trend may have you second-guessing that relationship.
World-leading program which has reduced dementia risk by 25%
A five-year dementia study run out of UTAS is showing drops of 25 per cent in the dementia risk of its study participants. Here is what they are doing to stay healthier for longer.
Make sure you pack an appetite for this hidden Italian gem
With an Italian restaurant on what seems to be every corner, we are spoiled for choice. This new offering serves up sophisticated food with a big heart, writes Stephanie Dalton
The 8K TV that can take you around the world
Forget about getting one a plane, this 8K TV ‘takes you there’ with stunning visuals while watching big sporting contests are next level. REVIEW
So how good are the new iPhone cameras?
For photographers, Apple’s flagship phones really take capturing and editing photos to a whole new level. But the verdict is still out on the new camera control.
Aussie heartthrob’s Qantas role as travellers face delays
Qantas has tapped several famous Aussies for its first campaign in a decade, after the national carrier upset travellers with massive union strikes on footy finals weekend. See the video.
New foodie collab has everything your carb-loving heart could desire
Set your alarms Hobartians – the baked items at this new Sandy Bay pop-up are selling out quick – so grab yourself a sandwich or pastry before you miss out, writes Alix Davis.
Agrarian Kitchen restaurant goes top of national culinary tree
The rise and rise of New Norfolk’s Agrarian Kitchen continued apace on Monday night, becoming the first Tasmanian eatery to be named Gourmet Traveller’s national Restaurant of the Year.
Why NDIS debate is hurting autistic children
As the debate over the National Disability Insurance Scheme intensifies, profoundly autistic children are being left behind, argues Shannon Eeles.
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