Harnessing grief to honour late wife’s legacy
When Scott Harris’s wife Jo died last April, after battling ovarian cancer, he found strength in honouring her legacy. He now shares his family’s heartbreaking story to help other Tasmanians with cancer.
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Tassie hip hop artist Grace Chia: ‘Art has saved my life’
“Art has saved my life over and over again’’: how Grace Chia’s move to Tasmania helped the talented artist and musician overcome depression and anxiety and embrace her creativity
A family-friendly destination for tasty pub classics
It’s a suburb best known for chocolate, but Claremont is also home to a revamped, family-friendly eatery – affectionately known as The Mont – with a modern twist on traditional pub favourites.
Astronaut Sultan Saif AlNeyadi’s journey from Qld to space
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Get in quick for this ultimate gourmet getaway event
An exciting new even is set to celebrate North West Tasmania’s incredible produce, food and drink, as well as the talented creators and makers behind it. HOW TO TAKE PART >>
Launnie fine dining establishment is still absolutely fabulous
There are few things in life more pleasurable than eating at a fabulous restaurant and then making your way up a single flight of stairs to a well-appointed room in the same establishment, writes Alix Davis
Tassie footy legend’s greatest joy and regret
AFL great Peter Hudson reveals the moment his dreams were shattered: “For one terrible moment I thought my football career had ended’’. DETAILS + HOW TO MEET THE LEGEND >>
There’s nothing Plain Jane about this new Moonah cafe
There’s a lot to love about this new eatery in the northern suburbs and the line-up of old cafe favourites really hit the spot, writes TasWeekend food reviewer Alix Davis
Tassie TV star’s new dream gig
Holly Bowden has always had her heart set on being a TV travel presenter and now that she’s landed her dream job and is also able show off her home state at the same time.
‘Back for seconds’: Little Italian cafe rich in flavour and personality
A hole-in-the-wall cafe that offers a slice of Italy right in the middle of Hobart’s CBD, is proof that good things come in small packages, writes food reviewer Alix Davis.
How these Tassie small businesses survived and thrived through Covid
Although many Tasmanian businesses have struggled through the pandemic, there are also many local success stories. TasWeekend takes a look at the small business operators who have not only survived but thrived.
Tassie band’s amazing act for fans caught in flood disaster
Punk rockers Luca Brasi has revealed how they plan to give back to their loyal interstate fans doing it tough after the tragic mainland floods disaster. HOW YOU CAN HELP >>
Old favourite Hobart waterfront eatery gets new lease on life
A popular Hobart dining institution has new owners, a new chef and a new GM whose experience with Gordon Ramsay is set to put the tavern on the right track.
Go off-roading in style in the Huon Valley
Creekside glamping in Frida the ‘75 Kombi in the Huon is a great way to enjoy the peace and serenity of the great outdoors.
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