Margot Hind was once scared of the ocean. Now she’s voyage manager on CSIRO’s RV Investigator, spending long stints at sea to facilitate groundbreaking scientific research in far-flung places.
Come for the comforting carbs, stay for the buzzy atmosphere and laid-back vibes. Food writer Alix Davis says a meal at welcoming new Italian eatery Chiosco is indeed la dolce vita.
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.
“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 Tassie hotel’s recently appointed head chef, formerly of Melbourne’s highly regarded Attica restaurant, has added a new menu well worth taking the trip up the Midland Highway to sample >>
If hiking Tasmania’s famed Three Capes track with restaurant meals, hot showers and four-star accommodation sounds like your kind of adventure, then read on …
There’s good eating to be had at the refurbished Moonah Hotel & Cellars – the meals are generously portioned, well-priced and served by friendly and staff. What more could one want from a pub meal, asks TasWeekend food writer Alix Davis.
Lupin is a luscious new wine bar-cum-bistro that’s all velvet banquettes, a well-curated wine list and a menu that puts a tasty new spin on toast, says TasWeekend food writer Alix Davis
Hobart’s beautiful harbour takes centre stage at this boutique hotel.
After losing everything she owns, young Indigenous artist Emily Wurramara needed a fresh start and it seems moving to Tasmania has been the perfect remedy.
Dining at Frogmore Creek’s city venue on Hobart’s waterfront is a memorable experience thanks to not only great food but also its first-class service, says TasWeekend food writer Alix Davis.
There’s no better way to witness the power and beauty of the full force of nature on one of Tasmania’s rugged wild Bass Strait isles than while sitting in the lap of luxury.
Tasmanian writer and illustrator Jen Cossins raced on to the international stage when film star Anne Hathaway mentioned she loved her first book. HER NEW BOOK >>
Pedder Wilderness Lodge is the ideal spot to really get away from it all and if you’re lucky enough to be there when the snow starts to fall it’s even more special
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