Tassie project celebrates cultural diversity and remarkable stories
From chance encounters with strangers to educational opportunities and falling in love – migrants and refugees share heartfelt tales of how they came to call Tassie home.
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Step back in time with modern comforts at hidden New Norfolk gem
Marking the 200th anniversary of its construction, the Woodbridge property has been restored into a small luxury hotel offering a five-star experience that cannot be missed.
Tasmania’s forensic pathologist’s search for truth
From Port Arthur to mass graves in Bosnia, to examining Michael Hutchence’s body – there’s little about the how and why of death that’s escaped Tasmania’s chief forensic pathologist’s Dr Chris Lawrence’s scrutiny
Just wrapped with this cosy new cafe
With its cheerful vibes, mellow soundtrack and a menu that comfortably covers brekkie, brunch and lunch, this is an ideal venue for either a solo meal or a get-together with friends
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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.
Simple but sweet beachfront Tassie getaway
Sitting around the firepit, enjoying molten marshmallows and spectacular water views at Swansea Beach Chalets was a reminder that sometimes the simplest holiday activities are often the best.
How to overcome anxiety and be happier: Practical new guide by Tassie author Steve Biddulph
Amid a global mental health crisis, best-selling Tassie author Steve Biddulph delves into “astonishing” neuroscience breakthroughs to help readers overcome anxiety in his newest – and final – book
Glamorous spot to dine on a city mini-break
The notes of Moonlight Serenade may have faded but the glamour and style of Hobart’s one-time favourite dance hall are still alive and well at this inner-city hotel’s restaurant, writes Alix Davis
Retired Tassie vet making a difference in the South Pacific
“We were not infrequently paid in mangoes or bananas or paw paws”: Meet the retired Tassie vet enjoying winter escapes, and new cultural customs, as a volunteer at a Cook Islands vet clinic
Is this Tassie’s best choc-chip cookie? It may surprise you
Whether you’re after a cheeky brunch or a late lunch Hobart’s Farm Gate Market is the ideal spot to pick up a freshly made, sweet or savoury snack, writes Alix Davis
Meet the Tassie woman behind a successful new swimwear business
Precious childhood memories by the water, and an inability to find a swimsuit she felt comfortable wearing, inspired Port Sorell’s Toni Coward to start a thriving Tasmanian swimwear business
Meet the Tassie woman behind a successful new swimwear business
Precious childhood memories by the water, and an inability to find a swimsuit she felt comfortable wearing, inspired Port Sorell’s Toni Coward to start a thriving Tasmanian swimwear business
Luxury farmstay offers domed dose of relaxation only 30 minutes from Hobart
Forget glamping – these domes are more like luxury hotel suites, complete with flexible walls and windows, enticing outdoor baths, endearing animals and a hefty dose of whimsy and natural beauty
SoHo cafe provides good reason not to judge a book by its cover
Head to this cafe for lunch or drop in and pick up dinner, just don’t make the same mistake I did and underestimate South Hobart’s newest burger bar, writes TasWeekend’s Alix Davis
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