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.
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Terrapin Puppet Theatre celebrates 40 years
A new exhibition showcases the extraordinary contribution to the state’s cultural landscape of much-loved puppetry company Terrapin.
Moonah eatery takes a bao
Luna Chan – new kid on the block in the emerging northern suburbs foodstrip – did not disappoint, according to TasWeekend food writer Alix Chan.
Tassie permaculture queen is helping us grow a better world
From a website to popular YouTube videos and now her first book, Hannah Moloney is on a mission to raise people’s awareness of climate change and help them with practical advice on how to lead a more sustainable lifestyle.
REVEALED: The top Tassie getaways to take your doggo
Thanks to a growing number of savvy tourism operators, travelling with your pets in Tassie has never been easier. SEE THE LIST >>
Power and the passion: Hobart gym owner‘s inspiring community work
Matthew McKay has a heavy load with his business Raw Strength and philanthropic work but it’s a weight he’s happy to bear.
Luxurious Lenna offers a grand old time
There are plenty of new accommodation options in Hobart these days but don’t forget the old classic establishments that offer a mix of old-world charm and modern luxury. A LOOK INSIDE >>
Hobart’s exclusive rooftop eatery delivers
A former garagiste chef’s take on Tokyo private dining has just popped up at what was formerly the Avalon City Retreat and the offerings are mouth-wateringly delicious. MENU + A LOOK INSIDE >>
Resurrecting a warrior and patriot
In an epic story of resistance and suffering, Tasmanian historians Henry Reynolds and Nicholas Clements have joined forces to revive the long-forgotten story of a fearsome Aboriginal leader all Australians can learn to respect
Unconformity back to boost the West Coast
With mainland lockdowns, the West Coast’s Unconformity festival is delivering an exciting program featuring local talent, giving Tasmanians the chance to discover for themselves what the rest of the nation has been raving about
Dumpling house serves up the perfect packages
Every dish we try at Moonah’s new dumpling house is rated highly by my teen tasting panel who move swiftly from post-soccer hunger to post-dumpling torpor and declare the evening a big success, says TasWeekend food writer Alix Davis
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