LetsGoKids - Tasmanian Edition 2011

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Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Kids hate travelling right? WRONG!! Now that the modern family has the 3rd Tasmanian edition of LetsGoKids at their fingertips, nobody will be bored, kids will be happy and adults will just want to get out there and experience what the great State of “Tassie” has to offer. After school, weekends, holidays - We tell you what’s on, where it’s at and how much it costs. Places to eat, where to shop, what to do, where to sleep - We’ve been there, done that and now we want to share what we’ve found out. We even have vouchers, specials and deals to make everything that little bit less expensive (which means you can do more!) There’s also puzzles, games, competitions and even birthday party ideas.

This guide is designed, not just for kids, but for the whole family. So Kids read on and “Tell your parents where to go”

Hobart Visitor Information Centre Shot Tower Hobart Council Tasmanian Conservation Devil Park Ida Bay Railway Huon River Jets Tahune Airwalk Clarence City Council ZooDoo Richmond Maze Grannie Rhodes Old Hobart Town

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Ruby’s Room SportsCo Eastlands Shopping Centre

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Cutie Cups Fish Frenzy Subway Coffee Club Cold Rock Ice Creamery Pretzel World La Porchetta

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Hobart Aquatic Centre Kindy Fotsal Netball Tasmania AMF Kingston Pool

Launceston

City of Launceston National Trust Kids Paradise Kingsway Crazy Golf The Fairies Leaning Church Vineyard

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Meander Valley Council Andy’s Bakery Ashgrove Cheese Deloraine Folk Museum Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm Trowunna Nature Park

Heritage Highway

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West Coast

West Coast Council Wild Rivers Jet World Heritage Cruises Mt Lyell Underground Mine Tour Ol’ Jacks Cafe Tullah Wild Gallery

East Coast

East Coast Nature Park

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Launceston Show Hobart Show Devonport Show Agfest

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Beaconsfield Mine Tamar River Cruises Putt n Play Captain Fells Historic Ferries Salmon Ponds Tasmania Devil Jet

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Really, really important stuff Important stuff and other stuff

Public and School Holidays (11/12)

Banks:

Mon to Thurs: 9:30am – 4pm (Fri – 5pm) (some open until 5pm weekdays and these banks are open Saturday)

CBA:

ANZ: Glenorchy 9am – 1pm

Rosny 9am – 12pm

Moonah 9am – 1pm

Launceston City 9am – 10pm

30 Sep Burnie Show 6 Oct Launceston Show 14 Oct Flinders Island Show 20 Oct Hobart Show 7 Nov Recreation Day

(Northern Tas) 26 Dec Christmas Day Holiday 27 Dec Boxing Day Holiday 2 Jan New Year’s Day Holiday 11 Jan Devonport Cup

ATM:

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Glenorchy 9:30am – 1pm

Westpac: Rosny 9:30am – 12:30pm

Glenorchy 9:30am – 12:30pm

King’s Meadows 9:30am – 12:30pm

St Helens 9:30am – 1pm

Teller Machines are open 24/7 and located throughout the city and suburbs.

Currency: 5, 10, 20, 50 cents, 1 & 2 dollar coins.

5, 10, 20, 50 & 100 dollar notes.

Credit Cards: Visa and Mastercard are accepted at most

places, Amex & Diners Club in some places.

Spring Summer Easter Autumn

26 Jan Australia Day 13 Feb Regatta Day

(Southern Tas) 29 Feb Launceston Cup

(North East) 6 Mar King Island Show 12 Mar Eight Hours Day 6 Apr Good Friday 9 Apr Easter Monday 10 Apr Easter Tuesday 25 Apr Anzac Day 4 May Agfest 11 Jun Queen’s Birthday

3 Sep 11 – 18 Sep 11 22 Dec 11 – 14/15 Feb 12 6 Apr 12 – 15 Apr 12 2 Jun 11 – 17 Jun 11

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Include coupon MPNZ047 in your booking.

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Tourist Information Centres Hobart 20 Davey Street Ph: (03) 6238 4222

Exeter Main Road Ph: 1800 637 989

Oatlands 85 High Street Ph: (03) 6254 1212

St Helens 61 Cecilia St Ph: (03) 6376 1744

Launceston Cornwall Square Ph: (03) 6336 3133

George Town Main Road Ph: (03) 6382 1700

Port Arthur Historic Site Ph: (03) 6381 5466

Strahan The Esplanade Ph: (03) 6472 6800

Devonport 92 Formby Road Ph: (03) 6424 4466

Huonville The Esplanade Ph: (03) 6264 0326

Scottsdale 96 King Street Ph: (03) 6352 6520

Triabunna Cnr Esplanade/Charles St Ph: (03) 6257 4772

Burnie Kettering Makers Workshop, Bass Hwy Ferry Rd Ph (03) 6430 5831 Ph (03) 6267 4494

Sheffield 5 Pioneer Cres Ph (03) 6491 1036

Ulverstone 13-15 Alexandra Road Ph: (03) 6425 2839

Deloraine 98-100 Emu Bay Road Ph: (03) 6362 5280

Stanley 45 Main Road Ph: (03) 6458 1330

Wynyard 8 Exhibition Link Ph: (03) 6443 8330

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Really, really important stuff!

Time

Move it! (Public Transport)

The whole state of Tasmania is on the same time zone – Eastern Standard Time (EST). This is the same time zone as Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra and Brisbane! Adelaide and Darwin are half an hour behind Tasmania. Perth is two hours behind.

Daylight Savings begins on October 2 2011 in Tasmania, and will conclude on April 1 2012.

Public transport around the burbs.

Weather The Tasmanian weather varies according to location. The North West and North East are quite temperate with Summer temp (15-28) and winter (5-15). It can get quite windy. The West Coast is cooler and wetter. The East Coast is warmer during summer and can have very cold nights during winter.

Hobart’s summer temp range is 12-25 and in winter 3-12 on most days.

Hobart, Launceston and Burnie have suburban bus routes. Costs for suburban transport vary according to how far you travel and are divided into zones.

Adult single trips:

1 – 4 Sections 5 – 10 Sections 11 – 15 Sections 9am – 5pm All Day

$2.50 $3.70 $5.60 $4.60 $10

Child tickets:

9am – 5pm All Day

$3 $4.80

Check the website at metrotas.com.au or call 13 22 01

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Airports: Hobart .................................................. (03) 6216 1600 Launceston .......................................... (03) 6391 6222 Burnie ................................................... (03) 6442 1133

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- Hobart Hobart, Australia’s most southerly capital is one of the most picture perfect cities in the world. With towering Mt Wellington standing guard over the city, it has spectacular views, a real nautical feel and the sandstone buildings provide an olde worlde appearance to this modern multicultural town.

Walk along Constitution Dock amongst the fishing boats on a spring day and you get the feel that you could be anywhere on the Mediterranean. The old warehouses were once factories that employed thousands making jam for IXL or packing apples to be shipped around the world. Now they house hotels and world class restaurants.

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Water dominates in Hobart with the majestic Derwent River separating the Eastern suburbs from the city and making them accessible via only the Tasman Bridge, the Bowen Bridge at Elwick, or the bridge at the strangely named, Bridgewater.

The aquatic nature of Hobart means you will find lots of small marinas crowded with yachts and dinghys dotted all around the coves and little bays of the city that are normally accompanied by grassy parks or playgrounds that provide a picture-perfect picnic spot.

The imposing figure of Mt. Wellington is always visible and is certainly worth exploring. The road is sealed and is kept in great condition. The whole family will love the breathtaking scenery.

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Hobart Hobart Day Out Morning: Head over to Cambridge for a challenging game of mini golf at Putt & Play (voucher p.37).

Lunch: Head to Nth Hobart for a refuel at Subway (voucher p.21) or Pretzel World (voucher p.23).

Arvo: Take a drive up to New Norfolk (20mins) and do the exhilirating Devil Jet (voucher p.39) or for the littlies, the Salmon Ponds (voucher p.39) is a stimulating experience.

Dinner/Evening: Book a dinner cruise with Captain Fell’s (unbelievable voucher offer p.39). If seafaring is not your thing, Fish Frenzy (voucher p.22) or La Porchetta in Salamanca or Nth Hobart.

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- Hobart Not much money?

Times are tough?

Let us show you how to spend some time in Hobart on a budget... see lots, spend not much!!

Here are a few interesting ways to fill in some days in this historic city for FREE!!!

1. Take the drive up to Mt. Wellington (25 mins). One of the world’s truly great views. There is an indoor observatory. You may even see snow up there and build a snowman! There are not many places that have such a tall mountain overlooking their CBD like this!

2. Walk down through Salamanca Place to get a feel for the “Old Hobart” – Go on a Saturday morning and experience the “New Hobart” as the whole area comes to life with the world famous Salamanca Market. Food and entertainment as well as stalls galore!

3. “Cruise” by and see whether the big orange boat is at dock – the Aurora Australis. It is the supply ship for the Australians working in Antarctica.

4. Explore the Constitution Dock area.

Follow the trail of the interpretive plaques. Look for the statues.

5. While you are down there you may see the bridge turn and let the fishing boats out into the river - now that’s precision!

6. Head to the Tasmanian Museum - Check out the animal exhibits, the dinosaurs, the Antarctic Exhibition. You won’t be disappointed.

7. Stroll the Botanic Gardens or take in one of their awesome family events.

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8. Take your own bike to the Regatta Grounds oldestperformers bridge andat very old church. with nationally renowned this highly and ride the special bike paths downanticipated to event. Check out the jail.

Salamanca Market Glenorchy and beyond.

15. Head over the bridge to Rosny and Enjoy checkthe out action and c 9. Check out Bellerive Village – An old seafaring port. the old farm and school house.

Taste market, held every Sa 10. Head out to Kingston via Sandy BayHobart’s along favourite 16. summer Do a tour (costs a little) of Bellerive inOval andhistoric Sa festival, the Taste Festival, Hobart’s the coastal route through Taroona. Beaches, theexciting cricketactivities museum. offers seven days ofview fun and for by graceful plane tree playgrounds and tremendous views.children of all ages.

17. Walk a mile (or two) 2010 along Seven Mile Beach this icon Between 28 December warehouses, watch House the planes the nearby and 3 January 2011and Parliament Lawnsapproach will be by thousands every w airport.

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Go wine tasting around Barilla Bay and the workshops to keep the kids entertained for hours. hand worked glass, in Coal Valley (on way to Richmond). clothing and bold cer 19. Join one of the many walking tours (costs a little) that tell the story of early Hobart Town.

The Visitor Information Centre will give you With a stunning mix of facilities to satisfy your desires for stu the details.

20. Buy somefestivals, freshly cooked seafood from the sporting nationally renowned local artworks, major punts on Constitution Dock.

Scallops are the View from Mt. Wellington and musical performances, local speciality! Hobart is full of life for the grown 21. Look at our Wot’s On section on p.60 to see what 11. When down in Kingston, call into the events or happenings areand on foryet families this week! buzzing with qual Antarctic Research Division Headquarters and visit the museum. There are lots of interesting exhibits and a kid’s quiz/trail.

12. (Almost free) Catch the car ferry to Bruny Island and go exploring – Check out the penguin rookery!

13. The Apple Museum in nearby Huonville is fascinating to look at (especially if you like apples) 14. Take the short drive to the historic town of Richmond. Stroll the streets of the well preserved convict built town. It has Australia’s

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- East of Hobart About 75m to the east of Hobart is the historically significant Tasman Peninsula area, where most of the convict folk were deported to and housed in harsh conditions. The location was chosen for its isolation and stopped prisoners from being able to escape easily. It is a great day trip, as you take in the Port Arthur Historical site, the Tasmanian Devil Conservation Park (see great offer below), and other natural features like The Blow Hole and The Tessellated Pavement.

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South of Hobart Huonville is the gateway to the South and is an easy 30 min drive from Hobart. The Visitor’s Centre as you enter town has all the info you need.

Visit the Apple Museum, Ride the Huon Jet (voucher p.14) and then venture further south to experience Hastings Caves, Tahune Airwalk, Eagle Cable Hang Gliding, Ida Bay Railway and the many bike trails and walks. Ida Bay is Tasmania’s last narrow-gauge bush railway and it runs 7 km from Lune River down to the secluded Deep Hole anchorage. Enjoy a swim or picnic at Deep Hole or take a short walk before making the return trip. There are walking tracks to Southport Lagoon and Southport Bluff.

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THINGS YOU SHOULD NOT MISS Hastings Caves are located near Geeveston and provide families with a triple treat. The Newdegate Cave tour is a 45 min ranger guided experience, the thermal pools are great for a warm dip at any time of year, and the waling trails wind their way through picturesque forest among the BIG trees.

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At Grove in an authentic Huon Valley apple shed, the Apple and Heritage Museum provides a comprehensive insight into the lives of the Huon ’s early settlers.

There is a free picnic area and heritage apple orchard to explore.

Tahune Airwalk (p.14 ) located at the Forest and Heritage Centre near Geeveston is one of Tassie’s great experiences. The Airwalk takes you through the treetops of a eucalyptus forest at a 3 storey height above the forest floor, allowing you a birdseye view of the tree species and forest life. The highlight is the cantilevered platform extending out over the Huon and Picton Rivers. Awesome!

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- South of Hobart

Kids’ day out School holiday special During the school holidays bring the kids down to the AirWalk for a special day out. $15 includes entry to the AirWalk, a flight on the eagle hang glider plus a bag of goodies.

Hey kids - bring your

own bikes and pedal along the bike track.

(adult supervision required).

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Worth a Look!

The Swinging Bridges at McKay’s Track.

The track is set along the river’s edge and includes a walk directly over the Huon and Picton Rivers via two swinging bridges suspended from the riverbans. The Visitor Centre in Huonville will have more details.

The walk takes 1 hr return.

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There are enough activities to keep the kids busy for days and now Tahune Airwalk provides cheap lodge style accommodation so you can stay overnight, perhaps even go for a forest walk on dusk and see what creature are about!

The south is all about experiencing the great outdoors and in many ways it is one of the world’s unspoilt environments. So come on, pack the bikes, some warm clothes, a torch, your bathers and head on down, where you can be sure you’ll receive a friendly welcome from the locals. ENJOY!

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City of Clarence The City of Clarence on Hobart’s eastern shore has some great places to visit and things to do for families in places like Bellerive, Rosny and Richmond. Visit www. ccc.tas.gov.au to find information on parks, walks and beaches to help you plan a great day out exploring the history and fun that the City of Clarence has to offer.

Clarence boasts a fantastic network of tracks and trails suitable for easy walking or cycling fun that give a unique view of the Derwent estuary and Mount Wellington range. Interpretive signage along the way will help your family see this part of Tasmania through the eyes of explorer Charles Darwin and the early settlers to Tasmania.

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Worth a Look!

Bellerive Village offers great places to dine and relax as well as an intriguing walk to the old fort on Bellerive Bluff, where the giant cannons are still in place.

For a spectacular panoramic view of the Derwent River and Hobart City, visit the Rosny Point Lookout. The view stretches North to Lutana and south to Opossum Bay.

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- City of Clarence Just a short walk from Bellerive Village is the Eastlands Shopping Centre, offering a range of department stores and specialty shops so the family can pick out those special gifts or treats. (p.19) The undercover Clarence Aquatic Centre has a range of pools for all levels of swimming and is the perfect temperature all year round. Clifton Beach is patrolled throughout the summer for safe family fun or why not enjoy a trail ride along Seven Mile Beach, or the Tangara Trail?

Fun Fact!

Clarence has 191 kilometres of coastline, providing many opportunities to enjoy the area’s natural coastal environment.

Rosny Farm

Did You Know?

From October to March, Clarence is host to a huge range of free family Festivals.

The Seafarer’s Festival on October 23 features games, rides and stalls where children can learn all about our seafaring history and lifestyle, explore tall ships or go for a row on the bay.

Carols by Candlelight (December 11), the Australia Day Breakfast on the Bellerive Boardwalk (26 January), the Clarence Jazz Festival (21 – 26 February) and the Richmond Village Colonial Fair (18 March) each have special children’s activities and are just some of the other outdoor events the whole family will love.

Entry is free to all Clarence events and there are plenty of activities just for kids!

Visit www.ccc.tas.gov.au to find out more!

Rosny Farm is a unique cultural centre in the City of Clarence. The site has important historical roots as a fine example of an early walled farmyard containing a beautiful heritage listed sandstone barn and farm cottage, including an old school house. It runs school holiday programs.

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Rosny Farm is open to the public on Tuesday to Friday from 11.00am to 4.00pm, and on Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 4.00 pm, and is closed between Christmas and New Year. Guided tours can be arranged. The Rosny Farm is located adjacent to the Eastlands Shopping Centre.

Handy Hint!

Barilla Putt & Play (Voucher on p.37) on the way to Richmond is a great place to stop for a quick game of mini golf and a family meal.

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Cricket at Bellerive Oval

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City of Clarence Richmond Historic Village Step back in time and visit Richmond, an historic town nestled in the rolling hills of the Coal Valley wine region. An amazing number of beautiful old stone buildings constructed by convict labour have stood the test of time.

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to look like through a giant’s eyes at Old Hobart Town (see below). It is a fabulous recreation that takes you back 150 years. There’s lots of colonial accommodation available in Richmond, along with restaurants, cafes and an endless array of local arts and crafts. Just exploring Richmond on foot is a delight.

Visit the Richmond Gaol and lock yourself in one of the ghostly cells. You can relive your childhood and get lost in a maze or see what Hobart used

Also nearby is the Bonorong Conservation Park, which cares for and develops native animals, and ZooDoo (voucher p.15) where you can see one of Tasmania’s largest collections of native, agricultural and exotic animals, including two rare white lions.

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Shopping in Hobart is diverse and is spread among four main areas: The CBD, Rosny, Kingston and Glenorchy/Moonah. Rosny is home to Eastlands (see opposite) which is a large multi level mall with national chain stores and local shops. The CBD has Myer, many small arcades and street shopping in Murray, Liverpool and Bathurst Streets and Elizabeth Street Mall (outdoor mall). Parking is available and pretty good. Esprit Kids and Smiggle in Murray Street are two shops kids love.

Kingston has the ever expanding Channel Court which is mall sized but mainly an outdoor precinct.

It has lots of food shops and eateries.

The Elizabeth St/Main Rd strip is basically one long stretch of restaurants, takeaways and shops from the CBD, through Nth Hobart, onto Moonah and finishing at Northgate Mall in Glenorchy. It has many kids clothing shops, computer stores, shoe shops and kid’s toy stores along its length.

Although not as large as Eastlands, Northgate in Glenorchy has many national chain stores, also with that indoor shopping mall experience.

15% OFF All STOCK AT THE Last but not least, Hobart’s most famous shopping experience is of course Salamanca Market! From 8am-3pm every Saturday, Salamanca Place on the waterfront comes alive with hundreds of vendors selling mainly hand crafted arts, crafts and foods. Thousands of people flock there each week no matter the weather, to sample local delicacies, listen to the local Andean band and buy organically grown local produce.

On any visit to Hobart, it’s not to be missed!

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Hobart has plenty of activities (both inside and out) to keep you busy after school, on weekends and holidays. If you are feeling active, grab your bike and ride the Derwent, Clarence or Glenorchy trails (maps available from councils), play on one of the great beaches at Lauderdale, Clarence or Kingston, or run amok on a Derwent riverside playground.

An indoor football programme suitable for ALL girls and boys 2-7 years.

A great way for kids to have fun, make friends and learn new skills through games, activities, music and more, in an indoor, safe and non competitive environment.

When the weather is less friendly, there is a laser tag at Zone 3, roller skating at Woody’s, Ice Call 0405 645 Skating in Glenorchy, heated aquatic centres in Kingston (see opposite), the CBD (see p.10) and Clarence. There are cinemas in Rosny, Glenorchy and CBD. The PCYC (www.pcyctas.org/hobart) of course has great kids programmes. Go on - Get Out There!!!

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Has been developed to provide children from 5 – 10 years old with the best possible learning and playing experience to develop a positive introduction to netball ensuring enjoyment and continued participation.

The program enables all individuals to experience personal achievement in terms of competence, enhanced self-esteem, social co-operation, maximum participation and skill development in a FUN environment.

Participants Receive special San Remo NetSetGO! Branded bag, Gilbert netball and more, plus their Netball Tasmania membership.

Kellie Tahiri, Player & Coaching Development Coordinator Ph: (03) 6334 8755 or kellie.tahiri@tasnetball.org.au

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Hungry? Ah, food mmmmmmm!!!

It’s time for a food break and you’ve come to the right place!!!

Hobart has an abundance of casual eateries and “food experiences” that are perfect for a relaxed family meal or that special occasion. What is the local speciality???? Seafood of course!!! Scallops are the local delicacy but it’s all great.

There are three main areas to try: The Waterfront, North Hobart and Sandy Bay. At Constitution Dock the seafood is fresh and cheap.

For lunch or dinner, the “fish punts” offer plenty of choice, or take a seat at Fish Frenzy (see below) where kids are welcome.

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Cold Rock Icecreamery in Nth Hobart (p.23) is a new innovation. Smash and Mix lollies, chocolates, fudge and fruit with your favourite icecream flavour for a taste sensation. Pretzel World (voucher p.23) offers sweet and savoury pretzels that are great as a snack or a meal. Mmmmmmm….Pretzels!!

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Up in Elizabeth St North Hobart overlooking the city (a bit too far to walk), there are restaurants, cafes and bakeries aplenty, with cuisines from just about every country on the planet. La Porchetta (see below) and Fish 349 are favs here.

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Handy Hint If it is keeping the kids occupied whilst you enjoy your meal is what you’re after, then the Carlyle Hotel in Moonah or the Granada Tavern in Derwent Park, The Foreshore Hotel in Lauderdale or The Shoreline Hotel Howrah are the answer. They all feature kid’s meals, entertainment and have great playgrounds!

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Sandy Bay also features a large amount of eateries.

Among them is Mee Wah Chinese Restaurant.

This place is not for those on a budget, but the service and the quality of food is as good as it gets!

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Launceston is a charming boutique riverside town located at the head of the picturesque Tamar Valley.

It is the perfect playground where nothing is out of reach. Everything you need to have an amazing family experience is right on Launceston’s doorstep: from magnificent natural attractions including the spectacular Cataract Gorge and beautiful parks and gardens to Australia’s largest regional museum and art gallery. Or why not soar through the treetops on a Hollybank Treetops Adventure or splash about at the state of the art Launceston Aquatic Centre (see below).Your fun family adventure starts here.

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- Launceston Check out what Launceston has to offer!!!

■■ First stop is the Launceston Travel and Information Centre cnr St John and Cimitiere Sts to get the inside scoop on exploring Launceston

■■ Splash about all day at the exciting Launceston Aquatic Centre

■■ Check out the monkeys and run & play all day in City Park

■■ Check out the impressive old & new vehicles at the National Automobile Museum

■■ Soar through the sky on the Cable Hang Glider at Trevallyn Reserve, the Basin Chairlift at Cataract Gorge or the treetops flying fox at Hollybank Adventures ■■ Support the Tassie Hawks at Aurora Stadium, the Tasmanian home of AFL ■■ Learn about the city’s past on an Historic Walk ■■ Take a cruise along the Tamar River ■■ Enjoy fish & chips, an ice cream, coffee or smoothie at Seaport Marina

■■ Have a fun time at Crazy Golf ■■ Experience the QVMAG’s new Art Gallery at Royal Park and Museum at Inveresk. They both have a great range of free exhibitions including the Phenomena Factory at Inveresk, an exciting interactive science centre, providing fun for all ages

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The Fairies Launceston 200 York Street, Launceston, Tasmania 7250 Phone. (03) 6334 4101 visit www.thefairies.com Email. launceston@thefairies.com

Launceston has many parks and trails for you to enjoy.

Make sure you visit City Park in the heart of the CBD. Featuring a Japanese Macaque Monkey Enclosure, Conservatory, duck pond,Thomas the Tank Engine train rides, monuments, chess board and a barbecue area with a huge playground. City Park is the perfect location for an afternoon outdoors.

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hangout in the playground or have a picnic on the lawns of the Fairy Dell, enjoy a family lunch or go for a walk on one of the many trails across the suspension bridge to one of the many look-outs.

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- Launceston

Open 7 days, 9am-9pm 22-24 Kingsway, Launceston Open 9am-5pm • Winter 10am-4pm

18 holes of crazy golf Mirror Maze Jumping Castle Glow in the dark rooms Birthday Party rooms Games machines

Kids Paradise (see below) is Launceston’s leader in interactive indoor play and Kids Parties. Upstairs is the Pirate Playground for younger children, interactive rooms and a special under 5’s zone. The Hub is for kids that are IT addicted – XBOX, Playstations, Wii’s. Downstairs is a large inflatable and indoor games like soccer and hockey.

Attached to the playground is a café where you can meet friends, enjoy a coffee, grab a pizza, burger or one of our new healthy menu options.

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Launceston Day Out Morning: Drop in to Mackie G (p.46) for some shopping for all the family.Then head off to Brickendon to pat some cuddly animals on the farm.

Lunch: Exeter Bakery on the way through.

Arvo: Head to the Tamar Valley and visit Beaconsfield Mine (voucher p.37) and Glengarry Maze (p.30) Dinner: Jailhouse Grill - a LetsGoKids favourite.

The best a steak can get. (Not really a family restaurant, but food is great!)

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Evening: Have some fun at Kingsway Crazy Golf.

It’s Glow in the dark! (voucher p.29)

A short drive out of Launceston are two reminders of what life was like in the early days of Tasmania. BrickendonVillage and Woolmers Estate are just outside Longford and offer families open space, beautiful surroundings and a glimpse of our colonial past.

Show the kids what life was like in the olden days!

Did you know?

Tasmania Zoo Bus service departs Launceston CBD twice daily at 9am and 12pm. With pickup from all accommodation and attractions in Launceston.

Tickets include return transfers and Zoo entry.

Ph 0458 022 559 for bookings and enquires

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22-24 Kingsway, Launceston

A WINE EXPERIENCE FOR THE FAMILY Meet owners Sarah and Mark, and their children Lachie, 3, and Gracie, 2 while you enjoy our spectacular vineyard.

• Sandpit and toys Don’t miss our eye-fillet steak • Colouring in books • Large lawns and gardens to explore (sausages for the little ones)!

• Children’s menu • Oh… and premium wine, whisky and food for Mum and Dad!!

BBQ every weekend

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- Tamar Valley Come and discover the magic of the Tamar Valley.

A short drive north of Launceston the valley is actually on both sides of the river and is referred to as East and West Tamar. West Tamar has the towns of Exeter, Beaconsfield and Beauty Point which all have much to offer families, whilst across in East Tamar, Georgetown is its main town which is surrounded by wineries and produce farms dotted through the hillsides.

A visit to the Tamar Valley wouldn’t be complete without popping into Grindelwald and taking in the delights of this Swiss styled village (inside front cover). Shops, bakery, mini golf, restaurants, hotel, jumping pillow, lake with paddle boats and even a golf course! It has lots to amuse and entertain anyone. Tasmania Zoo (back cover) has an awesome collection of animals, and now runs night safaris (voucher p 31).

Nearby is the Glengarry Maze (see opposite) where you can “lose yourself ” for a while, before “discovering” more of what the diverse area has to offer.

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NaturalTasmanian Bush Walk to the tranquil Fern Gully, relax with a Great Coffee and test yourself with the Bush Puzzles.

Group bookings available.

Only 30 minutes from Launceston.

Jay Dee Rd, Glengarry (off the Frankford Highway) Ph. (03) 6396 1250

The town of Beaconsfield has an awesome skate park, then go and explore the history of the area at the Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre (p.37). Continue down the road to Beauty Point, where the name says it all. The Australian Maritime College is located here but it is also where platypus and echidnas await you at Platypus House and right next door seahorses as Seahorse World. They are located on the old wharf in an amazing setting (voucher p.31).

A WINE EXPERIENCE FOR THE FAMILY Meet owners Sarah and Mark, and their children Lachie, 3, and Gracie, 2 while you enjoy our spectacular vineyard.

• Sandpit and toys Don’t miss our eye-fillet steak • Colouring in books • Large lawns and gardens to explore (sausages for the little ones)!

• Children’s menu • Oh… and premium wine, whisky and food for Mum and Dad!!

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Tamar Valley From here you can look across the river and see the East Tamar Valley towns of Bell Bay and Georgetown. No need to drive all the way back to Lonnie though, as you can cross the river via the imposing Batman Bridge, an engineering feat that towers above the Tamar River. It has to be seen to be believed.

There is so much to do in the West Tamar

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Georgetown and the Low Head precinct are interesting places to visit (check out the Bass and Flinders Museum), and are worth a look. On your way back, or as a great afternoon out, check out Learning Church Vineyard (p.30), a winery that caters for families – it doesn’t get any better than that!

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During your 3 hour tour your experienced guide will help

A FUN EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE ALLspecies AGES. such as Quolls, you spot and learn aboutFOR native

Wallabies, andthe Tasmanian Devils Discover the fascinatingWombats, world of thePossums seahorse and farming practices fromthem our available custom 4wd Coach. See other bizarre sea creatures that have made to everyone. in the Wonders of the Southern Ocean Aquarium. Fully guided tours.

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During your 3 hour tour your experienced guide will help you spot and learn about native species such as Quolls, Wallabies, Wombats, Possums and Tasmanian Devils from our custom 4wd Coach.

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- Heritage Highway Tasmania’s Heritage Highway region, the historic heart of our island state!

Callington Mill

Come and explore this unique and fascinating region where the past is always present.

Discover its colourful, colonial history; walk in the footsteps of the infamous bushrangers and the illustrious stonemasons; the enterprising wool growers and the hardened convict road gangs; the political exiles, scoundrels and opportunists who have all contributed to the rich stories of Tasmania’s first Main Road.

This pass entitles the bearer to one FREE tour of equal or lesser value, with the purchase of one tour ticket!

1 Old Mill Lane, Oatlands Tas 7120, Ph 03 62 541212 tourism@southernmidlands.tas.gov.au www.heritagehighwaytasmania.com.au Opening Hours Visitor Centre 9am - 5pm Daily Guided Tours 9.30am - 4.30pm Daily Recommend at least 90 mins to experience the Centre

Today, the Heritage Highway region invites you to experience our living history and relaxed country lifestyle. Explore our antique shops and the acclaimed National Rose Garden at Longford; visit some of Tasmania’s finest rural estates, such as Woolmers and Brickendon at Longford, Clarendon House at Evandale; enjoy exceptional trout-fishing on the Macquarie

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(Free tour ticket must be used within 12 months of date of purchase) Not valid in conjunction with any other offer.

River at Cressy, Longford and Campbell Town. Play Skulduggery and solve a local crime at Longford, Ross or Oatlands.

The Heritage Highway Museum and Visitor Information Centre is at Campbell Town, in Tasmania’s northern midlands. It is the halfway point between the north and south, and is an ideal place to meet for a picnic or lunch.

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Peak Hour Traffic Heritage Highway Region

Heritage Highway Did You Know?

Ghost Tour of Oatlands Walking Ghost tour of the historic town of Oatlands by candlelight. Includes inspections of an old goal building, historic homes and other notable buildings. Departs from Callington Mill.

Retailers of quality woollen garments & accessories Heritage and Wool Exhibition areas

On the Heritage Hwy make sure you Visit Poatina Village & take a ride on Thomas the Tank Engine.

Experience the rugged alpine environment of Ben Lomond National Park, only 45 minutes from Launceston. Ski in the winter: great bush walking in the warmer months.

Try your luck at catching a trout in the world renowned fishing waters around Cressy.

Hey Kids!!

Rambo would love to meet you when you visit Ross. Show us this ad to receive a complimentary sample of superrne wool from a sheep just like Rambo.

Climb the Callington Mill at Oatlands & savour the delights of warm loaves of bread made from grain milled on site.

Explore the Female Factory at Ross & find out how female convicts were ‘rehabilitated’.

48 Church St Ross Tasmania www.taswoolcentre.com or www.visitross.com.au

Get close & personal with Tassie native wildlife at Bonorong Park near Brighton.

Take the golden opportunity to feed farm animals, play old time games, explore convict buildings at World Heritage Listed Brickendon and Woolmers Estates Longford.

Soak up the atmosphere at Chauncy Vale Wildlife Sanctuary near Bagdad: The home of iconic children’s author Nan Chauncy.

Worth a look!

As you travel along The Highway near Oatlands and Kempton you will see at various points, silhouettes of emus, carriages, Tassie tigers and an assortment of other characters standing in townships, paddocks and on the roadside. WARNING !!

Watch out for bushrangers!

SKULDUGGERY GAMES Do the time and solve the crime!

‘Skulduggery’ will test your detective skills as you’re challenged to solve real Heritage Highway crimes committed in the 1830s.

Buy the games and solve the mysteries.

Ph (03) 6397 7315 Fax (03) 6397 7331 PO Box 156, Longford, Tasmania 7301

heritagehighway@nmc.tas.gov.au

www.heritagehighway.com.au/skulduggery Purchase Skulduggery from any of the participating business listed on our website to claim $5 off!

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Great Western Tiers The Towns of The Tiers

OPEN 7 DAYS

Westbury The most English of all villages in Australia, it has everything a cliched English Village has. The village green it is said to be the only true village green in Australia. Lots of tree-lined streets, old courtyards and stables, elegant old inns and so many charming houses the visitor could easily spend a day just walking around the streets.

Worth a look!

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Pearn’s Steam World on the Bass Hwy has over 100 steam engines ranging from trains to complex pieces of agricultural equipment. It is reputedly the largest collection of steam engines in Australia.

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Deloraine Take time to also explore the Salmon and Ginseng Farms where you can experience a selfguided walk through diverse vegetation including wetland and woodland areas. View the fish farm, learn about ginseng and keep an eye out for

platypus on the nature trails.

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Head to the GWT Visitor’s Centre pick up a brochure and spend a morning exploring the sculptures in and around Deloraine. They are in forests, reserves and even on the street corners.

45 Meander Valley Rd Westbury 7303

Ph: (03) 6393 1846

of old beekeeping implements, an interactive beehive and a live bee exhibition hive.

Deloraine Folk Museum

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Entry fee applies

Ph: (03) 6362 5280

Bring the kids in to learn about their pioneering history with an interactive game sheet to complete as they move around the exhibits.

All who complete the game sheet will receive a FREE GIFT. The Museum is set in a magnificent garden with lots of running room and a huge, interactive, magical, water-powered, musical fountain.

100 Emu Bay Rd, Deloraine Open 7 days a week, 9am to 5pm

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9 Christmas Hills Rd, Elizabeth Town Ph: (03) 6362 2186

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The local wallabies are so friendly they’ll walk Is a pretty little town with cafes and a pub where right up for a pat and a chat. Kids will love it!

So, leave the main highway, head up into the Tiers there are Tasmanian Tiger “thylacine� displays and the Tassie Tiger Bar. A great place for lunch or dinner. and spend a peaceful day in a delightful setting.

Nearby are the Mole Creek Caves, which have tours daily and family tickets are available.

Handy Hint www. parks.tas.gov.au for more info.

Whilst on the Highway take advantage of the Trowunna Wildlife Park (above) is a highlight in LetsGoKids offers at both Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm this part of the world. View devils, wombats, and Ashgrove Cheese (just outside of Deloraine) and kangaroos/wallabies in natural bush settings with enjoy some great local food in a kid friendly setting. outstanding views and easy viewing enclosures.

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BUY 1 ADULT TICKET GET 1 FREE Explore Launceston’s beautiful Tamar River and stunning Cataract Gorge

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Relax with Tamar River Cruises, join us on our Batman Bridge Luncheon Cruise (4 hour), Afternoon Discovery Cruises (2.5 hour) on our vessel Tamar Odyssey cruising daily along the beautiful Tamar River taking in our breathtaking scenery blended with our skippers captivating commentary on the history of the fascinating region. Discover Launceston’s spectacular Cataract Gorge on board our vessel the Lady Launceston (50 minutes – seven cruises daily).

Telephone Lines Open from 7.30 am–10.00 pm Home Point Parade, Cruise Terminal, Launceston.

Multi Award Winning Cruises Depart Daily - Depart Hourly tel 6334 9900 (Bookings recom) tamarrivercruises.com.au All cruises depart from Home Point, on the boardwalk, at the end of Home Point Parade, Launceston.

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Enjoy the Spectacular City Lights!!!

Dine on fabulous three course hot meal cooked on board while you take in the view of Hobartʼs City lights.

The cruise takes two and a half hours (two hours in winter).

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Donʼt miss this Tasmanian Experience

Franklin Wharf, Hobart (200m south of Elizabeth St. Pier) www.captainfellshistoricferries.com.au

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Hobart is truly beautiful at night and this cruise will be an unforgetable part of your visit to Tasmania. The cruise departs every night. The menu consists of, a soup, choice of main meal, dessert, tea & coffee plus FREE WINE!!!

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2. A great cave system on the north coast

8. The “city” where you find Eastland, Richmond and Bellerive Oval

5. The tallest mountain in Tasmania

10. Name of 20/20 cricket team in Tassie

7. West Coast seaside town

13. Little creatures you can see at Low Head

9. Where you can visit a real mine

14. Stanley’s BIG attraction

11. The day of the week the Salamanca Market is held

15. An historic property near Launceston

12. Name of the BIG bridge across the Tamar 17. A great place to visit devils

20. A town halfway between Launceston and Devonport

18. The town to find the awesome “Devil Jet”

21. A kid’s delight in Devonport

19. A seaside town on the East Coast

22. What you ride on at the Cataract Gorge

16. The river in Hobart

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- Devonport & Cradle Country Cradle Country in the middle of Tasmania’s North runs from Latrobe along the coast to Penguin, back into the high country around Cradle Mountain and then back down through Sheffield. It is a breathtaking assortment of panoramas and environments from the sea to canyons, mountains, lakes and forests.

It has awesome views and wildlife everywhere. Let us help you sort through each of the diverse areas and tell you what’s best for families.

Port Sorell

With sweeping beaches and sheltered inlets, this is a seaside holiday haven. Located on Tasmania’s mild and sunny northern coast, Port Sorell is also the gateway to Narawntapu National Park, which has been referred to as Australia’s version of Africa’s Serengeti. See Tasmania’s wildlife roam freely on the grasslands or enjoy the Interpretation Centre at the park.

Port Sorell or its neighbouring villages of Shearwater, Hawley Beach and Squeaking Point all Home to the Axeman’s Hall of Fame, it is also make for ideal holiday or day trip destinations. famous for pristine Warrawee Reserve and its The area offers foreshore and bush reserves, platypus population. You can take a guided tour in walking and cycling tracks, golf courses and tennis early morning or at dusk to view the platypus in courts. Swimming, fishing, sailing and other waterits natural environment. based activities are very popular pastimes for visitors and locals alike in the Port Sorell area. Or you can just sit, relax and sip local wines grown in the area at a seaside picnic.

Latrobe

House of Anvers Chocolate Factory has a viewing room, museum, tastings and sales with delicious chocolate and ice cream treats.

Kart Magic is a mini grand prix track for the kids to zoom around in go karts. The whole family will have a blast.

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Situated on the Mersey River is the home port of the vehicle/passenger ferries Spirit of Tasmania I and II. This is an important link for all of Tasmania to the mainland and they sail daily. (You should see them turn around in the river – fascinating and the kids will love it.)

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glorious hectares, 10km south of Devonport at Eugenana. Spot a platypus on Founders Lake, take a walk or picnic with family and friends.

The Don River Railway displays a range of steam and diesel engines along with other rolling stock that has played a part in Tasmania’s rail history.

Look through the museum and photos, take a ride on a vintage train along the beach and see the workshop (see above)

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- Devonport & Cradle Country

62-64 North Fenton St, Devonport Phone: 03 6424 1333 info@pandemoniumtas.com.au www.pandemoniumtas.com.au

Tuesday - Sunday: 10am - 5:30pm

Closed Monday except Public & School Holidays

For some serious fun, head to Pandemonium Adventure Centre (voucher p.47), which is a one stop shop for excitement with laser skirmish, rock climbing, jumping castles, ball pit, and the interactive and fascinating Imaginarium Science Centre. This will keep the kids entertained for days!

Devonport Aquatic Centre is open from October to the end of March. It has a slide, ocean challenge inflatable and a dedicated toddler pool.

Set amongst a nature reserve, it is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy yourself.

On the Mersey River, Devonport Mini Golf is loads of fun with 18 holes to play surrounded by water features and under lights at night. BBQ and picnic area available (see opposite), or try tenpin bowling at The Devonport Bowl in William St. CMAX Cinema is the place to catch all the latest movies. It is a 4 screen cinema in the centre of the city where you can relax and enjoy your viewing.

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As you can see Devonport and Latrobe cater to families of all sizes and ages and are the perfect places to stay in order to explore all the Cradle Country.

Barclay Motor Inn A Nice Place To Stay

Offers a choice of 2 bedroom or studio fully self-contained units or Deluxe Motel style units ....a place that's great for Heated in-door swimming pool • ½ tennis/basketball court • Off street parking • Austar kids, kind to parents and safe Fantastic quiet central location • 10 mins to the Spirit of Tasmania Ferry for families. In just over 50 Walk to the CBD and local restaurants • All units Non-Smoking mins from Launceston, 45 mins from Burnie and 2 The Barclayand is the perfect place to stay when in Devonport 1/2 hrs from Hobart, your family could enjoying all Ph: (03) be 6424 4722 – www.barclaymotorinn.com.au – 112 North Fenton St, Devonport the experiences that a real LetsGoKids Tasmania 2011 seaside city has to offer.

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- Devonport & Cradle Country Railton Town of Topiary Found between Latrobe and Sheffield, this industry-based township has added more than 100 imaginative topiary characters to its main street area in recent years. In ‘Cradle Mountain National Paddock’ visitors can photograph the only `living’ Tasmanian Tiger.

sea level. Sheffield has developed into a hub for fine arts and crafts people.

Mural of The Old Bakery at Sheffield

Sheffield The Town of Murals - is the gateway to Tasmania’s iconic Cradle Mountain. Visitors are simply captivated by the 50 murals in and around this quaint country town. All around are the fertile farmlands of Kentish Plains, with Mt Roland dominating the southern skyline at 1233m above

There are studio-galleries where local work can be seen and bought, including: art & essence, woodcraft, glass marbles, ceramics. Sheffield Market is held on every third Saturday. At the Working Art Space, a co-op of artists display their wares and also demonstrate their skills for visitors. Kentish Museum contains a wealth of information and artefacts which reveal the shire’s agricultural, industrial and social histories.

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Is it any wonder pioneering settlers named their townships Paradise, No Where Else and Promised Land?

You will have to forgive us for bragging here at Tasmazia We have been declared by gotravel24.com/topten Sth Africa’s premier travel company

One of the Top Ten Family Attractions in the World.

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Along with -

• Table Mountain Cable Way, Cape Town, South Africa

• Wits Origins Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa

• Dubai Aquarium, Dubai, U.A.E.

• Madame Tussauds, London, England

• Ehime Prefectural Science Museum & Planetarium, Japan

• Noah’s Ark Water Park, Wisconsin, USA

• American Museum of Natural History, New York, USA

• Disneyland Paris, Paris, France

• Australia Zoo, Beerwah, Australia

500 Staverton Rd, Promised Land, via Sheffield. Follow the Lake Barrington Rowing Course signs Ph 03 6491 1934 www.tasmazia.com.au LetsGoKids Tasmania 2011

Devonport & Cradle Country At Promised Land is Tasmazia the world’s largest maze complex which boasts a lavender farm, miniature town named the “Village of Lower Crackpot”, gift shop, honey boutique and pancakes that melt in your mouth. Kids will love the thrill of finding their way through the multitude of mazes with witty and humorous settings along the way.

Nearby is Devils @ Cradle which gives you a look inside the mysterious world of the Tasmanian Devil at the interpretation and viewing centre on the edge of Cradle Mountain.

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Wilmot is home to the first Coles family general store, and the present-day general store operates from the very same site. with some of the largest limestone formations in the southern hemisphere. The caves are well lit and concrete paths ensure easy access for the young and not-so-young. The Preston Falls have easy access and are a delightful surprise stop during your tour.

Wings Wildlife Park is also nearby. Further south you enter Canyon Country. The Leven Canyon is a spectacular limestone gorge where the Leven River winds its way through the hills and raw limestone cliffs. From a delightful picnic ground there is an easy 20 minute return walk to the look out platform where the river roars 275m

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Cradle Mountain World Heritage Area Just an hour’s drive from Sheffield, this iconic mountain and the beautiful Dove Lake are easily accessed at the northern end of the Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. The renowned Overland Track is a 5-6 day walking link between the mountain and Cynthia Bay on Lake St Clair.

Wilmot

Visit Wilmot and take an alternate route to or from Cradle Mountain. Known locally as the Valley of Views, the winding roads around Wilmot offer the best panoramic outlooks over Cradle Country. Visitors will enjoy hinterland scenery and also a novelty letterbox trail.

Penguin

The charming seaside town of Penguin was named after the occupants of the penguin rookGunns Plains eries in the area. Penguin’s attractions range from Gunns Plains is a rich fertile valley along the Leven beautiful parks, gardens and markets through to mountain ranges and reserves and feature what River, which has some of the most spectacular is believed to be the largest penguin in the world. views of rural Tasmania. Along the river bank, This 3m giant statue of a fairy penguin sits on the Bannons Park provides picnic and barbecue esplanade, while the real things return to local facilities. The Leven River is renowned for its rookeries at dusk, especially between November fishing and Gunns Plains is no exception. and March.

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One of the largest towns in Tasmania, Ulverstone is situated along the North West Coast on the banks of the Leven River.

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A family trip to Ulverstone is incomplete without a visit to the giant waterslide or pedal buggies.

If that is too active for your tastes you could always take a leisurely cruise up the Leven River or step back in time and relive a bygone era at the Ulverstone History Museum. The Museum presents a comprehensive and fascinating display of artifacts, manuscripts, tools and photography depicting the life and hard times of the pioneers.

See how the area developed from a background of paling splitting and shipping to productive farmlands and thriving business centres.

Handy Hint!

Hiscutt Park in Penguin features a man made lake built on Penguin Creek, where, if you are very lucky, you can see platypus playing in the evening.

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Reminisce as you wander through the extensive range of artefacts on display.

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- Stanley “The Nut” is North West Tasmania’s equivalent to Ayers Rock. It looks like Ayers Rock – Just not quite as red!! It dominates the Stanley skyline and you can hike to the top OR catch a chairlift (maybe let the kids walk?!?). It is a long climb but the views are magic. The local beach is a beauty and has a grassy area with toilets.

The local Tourist Park (see opposite) is a great place to stay as it is right on the beach AND the golf course! You can also walk everywhere in town from there.

Whilst in town you must sample the fresh seafood straight off the boat, (especially the crayfish) visit the Seaquarium, take the Stanley Seal Cruise, see how life used to be at Highfield, and check out the old fashioned village. The Stanley Pub serves the best meals in town with awesome views. Stanley is a great place to get away from it all for a weekend, as it has something for all the family.

Stanley Cabin & Tourist Park www.stanleycabinpark.com.au enquiries@stanleycabinpark.com.au Free call 1800 444 818 Ph (03) 64581266 Located right on the beach, clean amenities, delightful old village atmosphere.

Comfortable family cabins, a spa villa, grassed caravan or tent sites.

Hire a fishing rod and catch your dinner!

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Nearby is Boat Harbour Beach - awesome beach, playground and cafe. Dolphins visit the bay often and if the time is right - look for a whale - Ask at Jolly Rogers!

THE NUT SEEING IS BELIEVING...

• Ride the Nut Chairlift

• See the Fur Seals • Take a Penguin Tour • Visit Historic Highfield • Visit the Stanley Seaquarium • Fish on the wharf Nut Chairlift & Nut Cafe & Store Nut Reserve, Stanley

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1800 782 653 Or 1800 stanley www.stanleytasmania.com.au

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West Coast The West Coast is one of Tasmania’s most popular travel destinations with everything that you require for the perfect family holiday. Located in one of the most stunning and breathtaking mountainous locations in the world, the West Coast caters for every member of the family, offering a huge variety of activities from picturesque picnic areas to skate-parks to friendly accessible walking tracks in wilderness terrain. The West Coast combines adventure, history and relaxation!

West Coast Visitor Centre

info@strahanholidaypark.com.au www.strahanholidaypark.com.au 8-10 Innes St, Strahan Phone: (03) 64717442

1st 2 kids FREE and FREE use of Sand Toboggans for the family (must mention ad)

Worth a look!

Worth A Try! Go sandboarding on the Henty Sand Dunes, with easy to medium hill climbs. Located 11km north of Strahan on the Zeehan road, a great family location for a picnic and walking.

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There are many great walks on the West Coast including Hogarth Falls, Strahan Foreshore, Water Tower Lookout, West Strahan Beach and Shearwater Birds. Trail maps are available from the West Coast Council at 11 Sticht St, Queenstown, or at the West Coast Visitor Centre, The Esplanade, Strahan.

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Ph: (03) 6471 7396 wildriversjet@tassie.net.au www.wildriversjet.com.au

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- West Coast Strahan Nestled on the shores of Macquarie Harbour (approx 6 times the size of Sydney Harbour) is Strahan, an historic port which has long been one of the top tourist destinations in Tasmania.

• Visit Tut’s Whittle Wonders where fascination, imagination and humour are behind 100 pieces of bushland collected over 20 years (entry by donation).

• Take a world-renowned tour up the magnificent Gordon River and go ashore to explore the abandoned convict settlement of Sarah Island.

• Go for a run, or paddle at the 30km long Ocean Beach (beach access for 4WD vehicles).

• Sample our famous local seafood or catch your own – throw in a line at the main wharf or jetties. Ask the friendly staff at the West Coast Visitor Centre for a map showing where to catch the ‘big ones’.

Strahan Village • Do the kids feel like a climb? The Strahan play equipment area is located opposite the Post Office and just 100 metres from the West Coast Visitor Centre. For the adults? There is also a sheltered picnic area and BBQ facilities for that freshly caught fish!

• Macquarie Heads is great for beach fishing with 4WD access, and allows dogs. Contains excellent camping areas.

• Scenic flights of Strahan and its magic surrounds • Don’t forget to drop into the Visitor Centre and take a step back in time when venturing are available via seaplanes, helicopters and light through the kid friendly reflection exhibition, in aircraft which operate from the wharf area and the Visitor Centre. the airport.

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West Coast Queenstown Queenstown was the nucleus of the mining boom at the turn of the century.The old open cut mine called the Iron Blow can still be seen at the top of the Gormanston Hill.

The West Coast Wilderness Railway is a ‘must do’ when visiting the mining town of Queenstown.

The orginal steam train railway has been restored and provides an exhilerating 4 hour journey through the dense rainforests, gorges spanned by huge bridges, rushing rivers and refurbished stations on its way to Strahan.

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Phone: 0407 049 612 mtlyellminetours@gmail.com Spion Kopf Include a climb up to the Spion Kopf lookout, an 8 minute walk from the shops, that provides a great 360 degree view of Queenstown and the iinfamous Gravel Oval.

Linda This may be a considered a tiny town now, but once it had a population of 1000 with the shell of the town’s Hotel still visible from the Highway.

A 15 minute drive from Queenstown over “Gormy Hill” is the hugging, white picketed lunar landscape scenic road to Linda, on the way to Hobart.

Worth a look!

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The Iron Blow Lookout is a major tourist development of a viewing and walking platform over the Iron Blow, an open-cut mine from the long distant past. Located on the top of “Gormy Hill” 10 minutes out of Queenstown, on the road to Hobart.

Will you have the courage to walk out on the edge?

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- West Coast Rosebery Rosebery is a town full of character, surrounded by rainforest and waterfalls.

Take a 10 minute drive out of town to Montezuma Falls. It is Tassie’s highest waterfall at 104 metres. It is an easy 3 hour return walk (4km one way), to see the spectacular falls, and walk accross the suspension bridge.

Fresh Food & Fine Art Kids Play Area Baby Change Room Full Disabled Facilities

Montezuma Falls

Top of Town, 32 Agnes St, Rosebery

Ph: (03) 6473 3097 www.oljacks.com.au

West Coast Visitor Centre, Strahan

The West Coast Visitor Information & Booking Centre, Strahan on 1800 352 200 or 6472 6800 can book all of your accommodation and tour booking needs throughout our West Coast towns and other Tasmanian towns.

Email us at events@westernwilderness.com.au for any questions or future itinerary options.

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West Coast Zeehan

The Silver City of the West Coast is home to the West Coast Heritage Centre and provides a fascinating insight into life on the West Coast during those heady mining days.

• Visit the Pioneers Museum to explore the historic collection of the Zeehan School of Mines, with its metallurgy and world class minerals.

• Walk through the 100m Spray (key hole) Tunnel and learn its history (enjoy a picnic and explore).

• Scare the kids and visit Dr Frankenstein’s Museum of Monsters, The House of Horrors (entry by donation).

Spray Tunnel

• Visit the kid friendly Shorty’s Private Collection of minerals and historical relics (gold coin donation for entry).

• Take a drive to Trial Harbour, visit the little museum, and take in this beautiful part of our wild and rugged coastline.

• Kids can enjoy the skate park/playground at Howard Park and a heated pool in the summer.

Tullah Tullah is just the place to stay a while and relax and admire the scenery.The mountains are majestic and the waters tranquil, just the right environment to enjoy this part of the beautiful West Coast.

This is a must-do for children!

The Wee Georgie Wood Steam Railway Inc. is the only operational 2 foot (610mm) Steam Locomotive on the West Coast of Tasmania.

Take a step back into the early 20th century and enjoy a nostalgic experience through scenic Tullah with passionate and friendly staff as your guides.

Trip duration is approximately 20-25 minutes.

Tullah Wilderness Gallery (see below) has great views, home cooked meals and a excellent local arts and crafts, with wood sculpture a feature.

Gallery, Cafe and Accommodation Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a fully licensed bar and cafe serving wholesome home cooked foods in a cosy setting with old fashioned hospitality.

Our galleries focus on local artists including Tullah’s resident “well known” timber artist, Pamela Carboon. Carving demos daily.

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St Helens

- East Coast The East Coast of Tasmania from St Helens through to Orford is stunning in its beauty and is virtually unspoilt.

The main town is St Helens from where you can explore stunning Binalong Bay and The Bay of Fires or you can do the 1 hr return walk to the point where you can go sandboarding on the spectacular Peron Dunes. Homelea (see opposite) has affordable family style accommodation and they love kids. Have a hit of golf on a kid’s size course at Cerise Brook. When in Bicheno take a penguin tour, Trivia Games, Stamp Pads & much more to play with in DEVILWORLD, our interactive Tasmanian devil interpretation centre, PLUS hand feed the Kangaroos & Farm friends.

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East Coast visit Natureworld (see this page), or go for a snorkel at the Marine Park at Governor’s Island. If a resort is what you are after, you won’t find a better location to unwind than White Sands (see opposite).

In Swansea we recommend you stay right on the beach at Swansea Motor Inn (p69) Scamander, Bicheno and Orford are typical beach towns.The beaches are long, wide and white, the offshore islands untouched and the lifestyle laid back!!!

Great places to sit and have a meal, play on the beach or in the water.

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Check www.letsgokids.com.au for updated events.

Tasmania is busy all year round, with markets, festivals and plenty of events to keep the whole family entertained.

Calling all kids, mums, dads and grown ups!

Check out the list below for great ideas of things to do and places to visit over the school holidays and beyond. So now...

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Evandale Market There’s a great variety of stalls, including fantastic local produce, secondhand books, food vans, general bric-a-brac and local crafts. There’s also rides for the kids, including the Evandale Light Rail and pony rides. www.evandaletasmania.com/sunday-markets Salamanca Market Enjoy the sights, sounds, flavours, action and colour of Australia’s best outdoor market - operated by Hobart City Council - every Sat 8:30am to 3:00pm at Hobart’s Salamanca Place. www.hobartcity.com.au Events that occur throughout the month all year round Brighton Markets Brighton Markets will be run the first Sunday in every month. Local produce, bric-a-brac, homemade goods, handmade craft. Food will be available. Bookings or enquiries 0427 008 353 Longford Market www.northernmidlands.tas.gov.au Oatlands Market Ross Market At the Ross Town Hall Good Life Summer Markets Embodies the ‘make it, bake it, grow it’ philosophy and will enhance the Huon Valley’s reputation as a fine food, wine and arts destination. The market will operate from 9am - 3pm on the third Sunday of each month from October 2011 to March 2012. www.huonvalley.tas.gov.au Nicole McBride 03 6264 0359 Kettering Market Local fresh produce, plants, arts, crafts, lunches, snacks, cappuccinos, cupcakes, and plenty more. Kristal 0404 657 185 ketteringmarket@hotmail.com www.kingborough.tas.gov.au 8.00am – 2.00pm.

September Thursday 29 September City of Hobart Floral Shows - Sunday 2 October The City of Hobart Floral Shows are a series of Spring and Autumn shows presented by local horticultural societies in conjunction with the Hobart City Council. All shows are held at the Hobart Town Hall and admission is FREE. www.hobartcity.com.au Friday 30 September - Burnie Show Sunday 2 October Two day regional agricultural show featuring large industrial hall display and traditional rural show events.

Exhibits of produce, animals, home arts, cultural and commercial fields, sideshow alley, rides and food.

Slip along sideshow alley, grab some fairy-floss and try to win a prize. www.derwentvalley.tas.gov.au October Sunday 2 October Rock & Rodz 2011 Music featuring Melbourne Rockabilly Band - Atomic Hi Tones. Top Local Bands - Sofa Kings, Sin & Tonics, Apache. Hobart Burlesque Troup - Miss Kitty’s Meow, Fashion parade. Support Camp Quality. Admission $10 - Under 16 Free. Longford Show Grounds. Contact Dave O’Keefe 0407 972 752, familyokeefe@ bigpond.com Or visit www.northernmidlands.tas.gov.au

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Dog’s Day Out Bring your dog along to Rosny Farm for a Dogs Day Out. Loads of events for you and your dog to join in and have fun with. Popular features are the Agility Course run by the Hobart Obedience Club, as well as competitions on the ‘dog-walk’ including best costume, smallest and biggest dog and most like owner.

Plenty of food, drink and live music. Entrance for dogs and their owners is free. www.ccc.tas.gov.au Thursday 6 - Saturday 8 Royal Launceston Show October Come see a wide range of attractions, activities, animal exhibitions, wood chopping and judging that celebrates Tasmania’s agricultural industries as well your love for domestic pets. Show favourite, the animal nursery will give all the children the opportunity to pat rabbits and lambs and see up close, turkeys, ducks, hens, calves and piglets.

Side-show-ally rides will keep the “bigger kids” entertained. There’s a big range of show bags full of chocolates, sweets, toys and novelties. Experience the traditional Show food favourites, like fairy floss and dagwood dogs as well. www.derwentvalley.tas.gov.au Friday 7 - Saturday 8 “YES - Youth Entertainment Spectacular” October A musical variety performance featuring the amazing talents of North West students between ages of 5 and 18. The plan is to bring together a widely varied musical program from Broadway to current hits with singing, dancing, playing, leaping. Basically whatever our cast are able to do, they’ll have a chance to do!

Don’t miss your chance to see our younger locals shine on stage. DECC, Devonport. www.decc.net.au Saturday 8 October Clarence Plains Community Festival Free BBQ and activities including Vertigo, Jumping Castle, Face Painting, 8-Ball, Air Hockey, Sony, Ball Games and more. Rokeby Village Green. Corina McCarthy 03 6214 6035 Saturday 8 - Sunday 9 Spring Community Festival October Is the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens premiere festival overflowing with entertainment, activities, rides, food, wine and much, much more. Come along and be a part of a fun family day celebrating spring in Tasmania. From 10:00am - 4:00pm. Adults $10, Concession $5 and Children under 15 Free!

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October Sunday 9 - Saturday 15 Westbury Week October A 7-day series of community activities based at the Westbury Town Hall and Supper Room. Films, market, concerts, art and health workshops, exhibitions, produce swap and live music. www.meander.tas.gov.au Friday 14 - Sunday 23 October

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North East River Festival Now is the time to get your raft ready for this year’s Derby River Derby. This the 35th year will be bigger and better than ever. The madness and mayhem continue on Saturday 22nd October - This year Spectators are FREE. www.neriversfestival.com.au 155th Longford show Enjoy a fun family day at a country show. There lots to do; animal nursery, Pelican Puppet show, miniature ponies, face painting, show bags, competitions, demonstrations, heaps of trade and food stalls, and rides, fun and games in Side Show Alley. www.longfordshow.com.au 2011 Skilled Burnie Ten Australia’s premier 10 km road race is a fast out and back course and is held on the picturesque Emu Bay. Event starts Wilson Street Burnie. www.burnieten.com.au for entry and fees. 03 6430 5717 B&E 321Go Kids’ Race The B&E 321GO event was established as a safe alternative to children competing in the Skilled Burnie Ten. West park Oval, Burnie. www.321go.com.au

November Friday 4 - Sunday 7 November

Delorine’s Working Craft Fair Deloraine’s resident population of around 2,000 swells by 30,000 around November each year when Australia’s biggest working craft fair comes to town. With more than 200 exhibitors, Indulge in fine food and wine, try your hand at candle wicking, watch as kites and kaleidoscopes are crafted before your eyes and talk to the creators of fine silkscreen paintings, woodcarvings, lead lights, and hand-blown glassware.

Friday 4 - Saturday 5 City of Hobart Floral Shows November The City of Hobart Floral Shows are a series of Spring and Autumn shows presented by local horticultural societies in conjunction with the Hobart City Council. All shows are held at the Hobart Town Hall and admission is FREE. www.hobartcity.com.au Friday 4 - Sunday 6 Truly Tasmanian Craft Exhibition & Sale November A three day exhibition and sale of high quality Tasmanian craft made by Tasmanian craft persons. Includes working exhibitions and fine Tasmanian made produce. Artisan’s work includes jewellery, wood craft, furniture, photography, art, pottery, craft, lace making, teddy bears, fine food, lead lighting, mosaic mirrors, glasswork, ceramics, alpaca craft, hand painted silk, handmade cards, wooden toys, decorated eggs, handmade collectables and Christmas decorations. www.latrobe.tas.gov.au Saturday 5 November Westbury Show A traditional rural event where you can see showing competitions for livestock and domestic animals.

Show jumping will take place in the central arena. Face-painting, show-bags and small children friendly sideshow alley rides. Steam engines and vintage tractors on display. www.derwentvalley.tas.gov.au Saturday 5 - Sunday 6 Zeehan Gem & Mineral Fair November Minerals, gems, crystals, fossils, beads, opals and jewelry will be on display and for sale during two days of family fun with children rides and more. A major event on the West Coast calendar, not to be missed.

Zeehan Sports Stadium, 10am. Kim Dunstan 03 64716553 www.zeehangemandmineralfair.com Saturday 5 - Monday 7 Pearn’s Steam World - Annual Steam-up Weekend November Many of the exhibits are working and visitors can enjoy a ride on the traction engines, tractors or the miniature train. There are 2 miniature trains; a steam train and a petrol engine train. There is also have a scale traction engine that runs rides. Come and view these machines in action and have a ride too! Don’t miss Motor Bike Mania on Monday. www.pearnssteamworld.org.au The 65th Annual Brighton Show Wood chopping, sideshow alley, show bags, animals, food, baby quest plus lots of free entertainment.

Come along and enjoy a “little bit of country”. One of the oldest local shows, the Brighton Agricultural Show still retains its classic country feel. www.derwentvalley.tas.gov.au Saturday 12 November Huon Show Experience country life with a carnival atmosphere at the Huon Show -“The Show of the South”. Events will include horse ring events for hacks, galloways, leading rein, large and small ponies, livestock judging, heavy horse judging, ute muster, wood chopping, show jumping and dog high jumping. The children will be entertained by the puppet shows and games at the Children’s marquee. And of course the whole family can take a look at the animals and machinery in the Grand Parade. www.huonshow.com.au Sunday 6 November

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Teddy Bear’s Picnic Designed for preschool age children and their families, the Teddy Bears Picnic is in its 14th year. It is a day filled with activities such as face painting, a sausage sizzle, balloons, show bags, train rides, live music and refreshments. Linear Park (near Risdon Vale Oval), Risdon Vale. Ann Harrison 03 6243 5752 Thursday 17 - Sunday George Town on Show 20 November An annual celebration of local culture and heritage featuring performances, activities and displays. George Town on Show is all about the community showing off their talents and entertaining people along the way. Come along for some fun activities, song and dance, market stalls, entertainment, children’s amusements, and much more. www.georgetown.tas.gov.au Saturday 19 November Myer Hobart Christmas Pageant 2011 Tasmania’s largest Christmas parade and a hugely popular tradition, delighting adults and children with colourful community entries, dance and music processions and arrival of Santa. www.hobartcity.com.au Sunday 20 November Point to Pinnacle Road Run & Walk A 21.4km recreational walk or run from Wrest Point Boardwalk to the pinnacle of Mt Wellington. Journey between two Tasmanian iconic locations, the man made Wrest Point and the stunningly majestic, natural, Mount Wellington and its surrounding tracks and amazing views. This race is physically challenging and scenically stunning. This event is restricted to competitors 16 years and over; however, 15-year-olds and under may enter the walk provided that they are accompanied by an adult. www.pointtopinnacle.com.au Wednesday 16 November

Thursday 24 November Christmas Tree Light Up A free family concert in the heart of Devonport’s Mall to celebrate the coming of Christmas. The children can get up close to the stage and dance and sing along as local performers and choirs sing for Christmas. The excitement builds and Santa arrives with lighting up surprise. The Christmas Light Up is always a special occasion and a family favourite not to be missed. www.devonport.tas.gov.au Friday 25 - Saturday 26 Devonport Show A great weekend out for the whole family. There’s something for every November age group: sideshow alleys, crafts, farming displays, fashion parades, live entertainment, animal displays and judging and much more. Devonport Showground. www.derwentvalley.tas.gov.au December Saturday 3 December Circular Head Agricultural Show The Circular Head Agricultural Show is held annually in December. The Show features an animal nursery, cattle judging, show jumping, wood chopping, a dog show and judging, entertainment for children and, for older folk, hair-raising rides. Prizes are also awarded for flower and produce displays, along with arts and crafts. Stanley Recreation Ground. www.circularhead.tas.gov.au Dorset Christmas Parade The annual Christmas Parade is held on the 1st Saturday in December and provides free entertainment and numerous activities for children. A float parade concludes the show with Santa making a special appearance. www.dorset.tas.gov.au George Town Annual Christmas Parade Held in conjunction with the Examiner’s Crazy Day. Macquarie St will be a hive of colour and activity as many floats make their way through the town to Regent Sq. www.georgetown.tas.gov.au Thursday 8 December Carols by Candlelight at Risdon Vale BBQ at 7.00pm. Carols at 8.00pm. Risdon Vale Fire Station, 23 Sugarloaf Rd, Risdon Vale. 6243 5752 Friday 9 December Carols by Candlelight at Richmond 7.00pm to 9.00pm at Richmond Town Hall. Marie McCulloch 0409 252 489 Saturday 10 December Glenorchy Carols by Candlelight Held at the beautiful Tolosa Park Soundshell, Carols by Candlelight has all the features of a traditional candle lit Christmas concert. A free community event, with a gold coin donation on entrance for candle and song- book. This natural amphitheatre sits in a beautiful bush park setting. As dusk falls, Santa makes his arrival and candles are lit. www.gcc.tas.gov.au Ulverstone Christmas Parade and Mardi Gras The festive evening commences with a parade of Christmas floats at 4.30pm and continues with entertainment, Apex Chocolate Wheel, food and Santa. Bicentennial Park, Ulverstone. 0417 214 631 Sunday 11 December Penguin Carols by Candlelight With a free sausage sizzle at 6pm. Carols at 7.00 to 7.30pm. Get into the Christmas Spirit and come along to the Penguin Football Grounds. Contact Morris Jones on 03 64372355.

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December Sunday 11 December

Clarence Carols by Candlelight Christmas will light up at the Clarence Carols by Candlelight on the Boardwalk from 8.00pm -10.00pm.

In keeping with Bellerive Boardwalk tradition, Santa will arrive by water sleigh after 9.00pm. Led by the friendly personalities and beautiful voices of Andrew Colrain and Colin Dean. Gold coin donations for candles will raise hundreds of dollars toward the Christmas Bowl - Act for Peace appeal, providing aid to war torn countries around the world. Wendy Moles 03 6245 8638 wmoles@ccc.tas.gov.au Sunday 18 December Ulverstone Carols by Candlelight Outdoor Entertainment Centre - Sound shell, Bicentennial Park, Dial St, Ulverstone. 8.00pm WEATHER NOT PERMITTING, it will be held at the Recreation Centre Flora St, Ulverstone. Jason 0417 214 631 Saturday 24 December Queenstown Christmas Parade Spectacle of floats down Orr Street and the traditional drawing of the Fire Brigade Christmas Raffle.

Contact Fiona Ebert 03 64 711 751www.westcoast.tas.gov.au 28 December - 3 January

January Sunday 1 January

The Taste Festival The Taste Festival, Tasmanian’s largest annual event, is celebrating its 23rd year. For seven days and nights, Hobart’s waterfront will again be transformed into a display of colour and life as the Taste Festival ignites the historic Sullivans Cove precinct: showcasing the uniqueness and diversity of Tasmania’s produce and gourmet food and wine to approximately 250,000 people. www.tastefestival.com.au CAT Underground Mining Burnie New Year’s Day Carnival The ‘Burnie New Year’s Day Sports’ has always been one of Burnie’s major events, and continues to attract world-class athletes, cyclists and wood choppers. West Park Oval, Burnie. Contact Peter Blake 03 6431 9130 or visit www.tascarnivals.com

Friday 6 – Sunday 8 January

Cygnet Folk Festival Celebrating it’s 30th year, it’s developed a reputation as one of the premier cultural events in Tasmania’s arts calendar. Every year in January the small community of this southern Tasmanian town presents a tremendous variety of music, dance, and related arts, over 3 wonderful days. www.cygnetfolkfestival.org

Sunday 8 January

Cadbury Marathon Starting and finishing at the Cadbury chocolate factory in Tasmania, this event offers a 42.2 kilometer marathon, 21.1 kilometer half marathon and a shorter race through the streets of the Cadbury estate.

The Cadbury Marathon is a great family event. www.cadburymarathon.com.au

Saturday 21 – Thursday Clarence Jazz Festival 26 January Held in beautiful outdoor, riverside and historic locations, the Clarence Jazz Festival is one of Tasmania’s most popular music events. Audiences love the great performances, unique locations and unrivalled good vibes. Wendy Moles 03 6245 8638 wmoles@ccc.tas.gov.au Thursday 26 January

Australia Day Breakfast on the Boardwalk The day begins with a delicious budget breakfast provided by the Lions Club of Clarence accompanied by great musical entertainment. This free event also provides great children’s activities including a craft tent, which are available all morning. The Mayor of Clarence presides over a formal citizenship ceremony and Citizen’s Award presentations beginning at 11.00am, which also includes raising the flag and the National Anthem. Bellerive Boardwalk. Wendy Moles 03 6245 8638 wmoles@ccc.tas.gov.au

Saturday 28 January

Poatina Australia Day Weekend A great family day with free children’s activities and games, street theatre, Thomas the Tank engine rides, live music, and the great wheelbarrow race. www.poatina.fusion.org.au

February Friday 10 – Sunday 12 February

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Festivale – Launceston Festivale celebrates food, wine and entertainment in al fresco style at Launceston’s historic City Park.

Festivale is one of Tasmania’s premier events, attracting about 40,000 people each year. Sunday is Family Day with special activities, including dance workshops, juggling workshops and craft activities. Explore Kid’s Kingdom for children’s activities including workshops for kids, face painting etc. More than 65 stalls offer patrons the opportunity to taste and savor highly renowned Tasmanian gourmet food and wine amid all the colour and fun of family entertainment dance, music and street theatre - provided by both local and interstate artists. www.festivale.com.au National Penny Farthing Championships & Evandale Village Fair The wheels of time turn back 100 years. Featuring a full program of Penny Farthing bicycle racing and the National Penny Farthing Championship. The streets will be lined with spectators as they have for the past 28 years. www.northernmidlands.tas.gov.au/Calendar

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Friday 9 – Saturday 10 March

Saturday 10 March

A Taste of the East Lifestyle Festival, Eastlands Shopping Centre Celebrate everything great Tasmania has to offer. There is heaps of fun for the whole family with a range of leisure and lifestyle displays including activities and entertainment for people of all ages! eastlandsshopping.com.au from the 1st Feb 2011 for more details.

Longford Blessing of the Harvest Festival Massive street parade from 10.30am then all the fun of a country fair on the Village Green including a pet parade, state sheaftossing championships, egg-a-pult competition, chainsaw sculptor and bush band.

City of Hobart Floral Shows The City of Hobart Floral Shows are a series of Spring and Autumn shows presented by local horticultural societies in conjunction with the Hobart City Council. All shows are held at the Hobart Town Hall and admission is FREE. www.hobartcity.com.au Devonport Triathlon The Oceania Triathlon Championship. One of the qualifying events of the London Olympics - 1.5km swim - 2 laps of 750m, 40km cycle - 8 loops of 5km, 10km run - 3 laps of 3.3km running and cycling - Coles Beach, Bluff Road, Victoria Parade in Mersey Bluff Precinct. Oceania Junior and age group championships as well - qualifying event for World Junior Championships in New Zealand in 2012. www.devonporttriathlon.com.au

May

May 3rd, 4th & 5th 2012

Quercus Rural Youth Park, CARRICK

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Monday 14 May – Sunday 17 June

June Friday 1 – Sunday 2 June Wednesday 6 June

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Liawenee Trout Weekend Come and see hundreds of wild brown trout on their annual spawning run at Liawenee, Great Lake.

Watch the trout being trapped and stripped of eggs for culture by staff of the Inland Fisheries Service.

The hatchling are grown to young fish and used to restock Tasmania’s legendary wild trout fishery. This activity has been going on for nearly 150 years and is a unique piece of Tasmania’s angling heritage. The event is a must for angling enthusiasts, and is suitable for the whole family. Best of all its FREE. Make it a day out with the family or a weekend away. www.ifs.tas.gov.au Canteen Rescue back for another year at Eastlands Shopping Centre!

Eastlands Shopping Centre is running the Let’s Live Better program again for 2012! Eastlands will be giving Tasmanian schools the chance to win a Canteen Rescue simply by shopping at the centre. Every dollar spent at Eastlands will earn your school one point and every fresh food purchase will earn schools double points. Let’s Live Better is a program from Colonial First State Global Asset Management shopping centres in partnership with the Children’s Food Education Foundation aiming at educating children about how to “live better” by encouraging them to include fresh foods in their diet and to exercise regularly. eastlandsshopping.com.au Campbell Town Show THE biggest agricultural event in Central Tasmania. With animals, pet parade, displays, games, machinery and fashions on show, there’s something for all the family.

Transit of Venus Come and watch through HUGE telescopes at Campbell Town - it won’t happen again for another 121 years so don’t miss out!

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- Hobart Hobart CBD has a limited amount of true family hotels. The Grand Chancellor, Hadleys, Mercure and Macquarie all have rooms that will accommodate smaller family groups. However for genuine space and family friendly features, Rydges (see below), The Old Woolstore and The Somerset are our picks. They each have differing price points, but to us, Rydges is the best value by far. (It is easy to park too!)

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Useful online booking sites: wotif.com.au needitnow.com.au lastminute.com roamfree.com.au readyrooms.com.au Even though there are lots of internet booking sites to choose from these days, we recommend you ALWAYS ring the accommodation direct to negotiate the best deal!

A little out of town are: The Riverfront Motel (see opposite) in Rosetta which has great family meals as well, Hobart Cabins in Elwick that are spacious, self-catering and near everything. Bay View Villas in West Hobart have many family friendly features and awesome views. You can get some great deals in Hobart all year round, but try from April – October in particular.

Also check our website to see if any of our advertisers are offering any specials; www.letsgokids.com.au

EXCEPTIONAL VALUE & FREE PARKING Situated just on the city fringe in North Hobart, Rydges offers you the opportunity to stay in Heritage listed buildings at an affordable price.

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- Around the State When travelling out of Hobart, here are a great selection of family friendly accommodations from all over the state. Woodfield just out of Hobart is a great weekend venue and is perfect for groups. Fox + Hounds is virtually at the gateway to the Port Arthur Historical Site, Sandors in Launceston has great views and is in the heart of the city, Swansea Motor Inn sits on an idyllic East Coast beach and Bayside Burnie is the place to stay in Burnie. Many other top notch family accommodations are listed in each of our visit sections.

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