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Launceston Kingsway Crazy Golf 28 Launceston Council 28 National Auto Museum of Tas 29 Brickendon Village 30 Kids Paradise 30 Hollybank 32 The Planetarium QVMAG 33 TassieTiger Mini Golf 33 Launceston Aquatic Centre 33 Treasure Island Play Centre 34

George Town/Low Head Georgetown Council Lo Head Pilot Station Peppers York Cove Bass & Flinders Centre Lo Head Penguin Tours Lo Head Tourist Park

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Beaconsfield Heritage Centre Beaconsfield Primary School Platypus House Seahorse World Tasmania Zoo Tamar Island Wetlands Glengarry Bush Maze

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Ashgrove Cheese 47 Andy’s Bakery Museum Café 48 Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm 49 Deloraine Visitor Centre 49 House of Anvers 50 The Cherry Shed 50 Melita Honey Farm 51 Silk &”Roses Of Chudleigh” 51 Trowanna Nature Park 51 Tasmazia 52

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Really, really important stuff Important stuff and other stuff

Public and School Holidays (12/13)

Banks:

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

CBA:

5 Oct Burnie Show 11 Oct Launceston Show 19 Oct Flinders Island Show 25 Oct Hobart Show 5 Nov Recreation Day

(Northern Tas) 25 Dec Christmas Day Holiday 26 Dec Boxing Day Holiday 1 Jan New Year’s Day Holiday 9 Jan Devonport Cup

Glenorchy 9:30am – 1pm

Westpac: St Helens 9am – 1pm

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Rosny 9am – 12pm Moonah 9am – 12pm Launceston City 9am – 12pm

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.

28 Jan Australia Day 11 Feb Regatta Day

(Southern Tas) 27 Feb Launceston Cup

(North East) 5 Mar King Island Show 11 Mar Eight Hours Day 29 Mar Good Friday 1 Apr Easter Monday 2 Apr Easter Tuesday 25 Apr Anzac Day 3 May Agfest 10 Jun Queen’s Birthday

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Time

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 7 2012 in Tasmania, and will conclude on April 7 2013.

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.

Arrrr, Ferry me outta here matey A ferry sevice operates on the Derwent from Bellerive to Hobart, and a ferry also operates across the Don River from the Spirit of Tasmania dock to Devonport city. The BIG ferry, the Spirit, leaves Devonport at 7:30pm each night for Melbourne.

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You can buy a rechargeable ‘Greencard’ that automatically deducts the value of your travel and caps your travel between $4.30 & $8.60 per day no matter how many trips you make.

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Move it! (Public Transport) Public transport around the burbs.

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

$2.60 $3.80 $5.80 $4.80

Child tickets:

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Transport to cities & towns in Tasmania is by car or bus. There are no train services.

Redline 1300360000 for Burnie, Devonport, Launceston and Hobart route. Calows 0363725166 for East Coast to Hobart and Launceston.

Transit centres are located in Hobart at 64 Brisbane St, Launceston at cnr St John and Cimitere Sts, Burnie Wilmot St Carpark and Devonport 9 Edward St.

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

Exeter 81 Main Road Ph: 1800 637 989

New Norfolk Circle Street Ph: (03) 6261-5678

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

Launceston 12-14 St John Street Ph: (03) 6336 3133

George Town 92-96 Main Road Ph: (03) 6382 1700

Oatlands Old Mill Lane Ph: (03) 6254 1212

Strahan The Esplanade Ph: 1800 352 800

Devonport 92 Formby Road Ph: (03) 6424 4466

Huonville The Esplanade Ph: (03) 6264 1838

Scottsdale 4 Alfred Street Ph: (03) 6352 6520

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

Burnie 2 Bass Highway Ph (03) 6430 5831

Kettering 81 Ferry Road Ph (03) 6267 4494

Sheffield 5 Pioneer Crescent Ph (03) 6491 1036

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

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

Latrobe River Road Ph: (03) 6421 4699

Stanley 45 Main Road Ph: (03) 6458 1330

Wynyard 8 Exhibition Link Ph: (03) 6443 8330

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- Hobart Hobart is Australia’s most southerly capital and is one of the most picturesque cities in the world.

The imposing Mt. Wellington stands guard over the city which is hemmed in on all sides by the mountains and the mighty Derwent River.The city has a distinct nautical feel and the dominance of the sandstone buildings give it a real olde worlde charm.

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to be shipped around the world. Now they house hotels and world class restaurants.

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

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

The ever vigilant 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 and be intrigued by the history and uniqueness that Hobart offers.

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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! You can see almost 100km on a clear day.

2. Book into Hobart Bush Adventures (costs a little) and experience environmental focussed adventures and activities in the local bushland reserves.

3. 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!.

4. Go for a walk through the historic Battery Point area. Check out the quaint shops and tiny cottages.

5. Explore Constitution Dock. Follow the trail of the interpretive plaques.

Look for the statues.

6. Grab some authentic fresh fish and chips from one of the fish punts.

7. Head to the Tasmanian Museum - .

You won’t be disappointed. It is going through a major overhaul and is back online starting from October. Lots of hands-on stuff for the kids!

8. The Maritime Museum (costs a little) across the road tells of Hobart’s early seafaring history.

9. Anglesea Barracks just up the road in Davey St has an army museum with lots of artifacts.

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

11. Take your own bike to the Regatta Grounds and ride the special bike paths down to Glenorchy and beyond. It is relatively flat!

12. Visit the old colonial house of Runnymede near Newtown. Show the kids what houses looked like before 44” flat screen TVs on the wall- Kids FREE! 13. MONA in Glenorchy is a brand new contemporary museum where kids are FREE! 14. Check out Bellerive Village – An old seafaring port.

15. Head out to Kingston via Sandy Bay along the coastal route through Taroona. Beaches, playgrounds and tremendous views.

16. When down in Kingston, call into the Antarctic Research Division Headquarters and visit the museum. There are lots of interesting exhibits and a kid’s quiz/trail.

17. Call into the Margate Train. Have a delicious pancake or grab some lollies.

Expires 31/8/13 18. Catch the car ferry to Bruny Island and go exploring – Check out the penguin rookery!

19. The Apple Museum in nearby Huonville is fascinating to look at (especially if you like apples) 20. Take the short drive to the historic town of Richmond. Stroll the streets of the convict built town. It has Australia’s oldest bridge and very old church. Check out the jail.

21. Head over the bridge to Rosny and visit the old farm and school house. See how kids used to go to school in the olden days.

22. Do a tour (costs a little) of Bellerive Oval and view the cricket museum.

23. Go wine tasting around Barilla Bay and the Coal Valley (on way to Richmond). Call in and sample some fine cheese at Wicked Cheese.

24. Join one of the many walking tours (costs a little) that tell the story of early Hobart Town.

The Visitor Information Centre for details.

25. Look at our Wot’s On section on p.68 to see what events or happenings are on for families this week!

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There are also many bike trails and walks in the region. 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.

Worth a look!

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.

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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.12) and then venture further south to experience Tahune Airwalk which is 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 birds-eye view of the tree species and forest life. Nearby are Eagle Cable Hang Gliding, Hastings Caves and the Ida Bay Railway.

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Hastings Caves Experience the beauty of the cave on a guided tour.

Enjoy the warm waters of the thermal springs and take a stroll along the forest boardwalk.

Hastings Caves and Thermal Springs are in Tasmania’s far south at the edge of the World Heritage Area

Phone 6298 3209 754 Hastings Cave Rd, Hastings www.parks.tas.gov.au/reserve/hastings

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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.

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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.

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Shop 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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Play / Party Kids of all ages love to play.

Hobart has some great parks and gardens where the whole family can walk, run, swim, climb, ride or picnic, get up close and personal with animals or just sit still and watch the world go by. The city is blessed with choices and here are a few of our favourites.

Hobart: Caldew Park- Known as the ‘Train Park’ on the corner of Hill and Warwick Sts in West Hobart.

This park has swings, a unique train bridge, a play train and a tricycle track. it includes dedicated play areas for younger and older children.The site has electric BBQ facilities as well as public toilets.

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Gigantic colourful Fit’N’Fun play centre, Special toddler play area, On-site café, Fully catered children’s parties, Dedicated party hosts, Bright & bubbly party rooms, Themed party options available, For everyone from toddler to teen, 9am – 8pm weekdays, 10am – 4pm weekends, Family focussed fitness centre on site!

8a Constance Ave, Glenorchy Ph:6272 8077 hobart@ymca.org.au www.hobart.ymca.org.au

Aberdeen Street- A popular park which provides access for both the residents of the Glebe area and visitors to the Queens Domain.

The playground is located on Aberdeen St and is close to the Domain Tennis Centre and TCA. The playground contains spring riders, a slide, combination units and a see-saw. It has an electric BBQ which has generous shelter

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Play / Party Clarence: Bellerive Beach Park- Is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a long walk, away from the hustle bustle of the city. This park is very popular. It has play equipment and plenty of room to move.

Kingston: Dru Point at Margate has a playground designed for children of all abilities. One of the focal points of the playground is the wheelchair swing, also known as the ‘Liberty Swing’. There’s even a road safety bike track designed to encourage children’s road safety awareness using real life traffic systems.

Glenorchy: Montrose Community Foreshore on the Brooker Hwy, along the Derwent foreshore is great! Take your kite, kayak, and sailboat or just watch it happen as you laze around in the sun on the grassy verges. The accessible playground, cycle path, exercise, kite flying area, electric BBQ’s and picnic shelters provide variety for a great day.

Open 9am-5pm Everyday!

2/21 Southarm Hwy Mornington, Hobart www.faroutplaycentre.com • Ph 6244 5665

Participants receive special San Remo NetSetGO! branded bag, Gilbert netball & more, plus their Netball Tasmania membership.

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Ph: (03) 6224 2691 or Email: shane.fish@tasnetball.org.au Developed to provide children from 5-10 years old with the best possible learning and playing experience to foster 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.

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Play / Party The water may be a bit on the brisk side most of the year, but when the mercury climbs and you are looking for somewhere to cool off, here are a few suggestions for beaches that kids will love, whether it be building a sand castle or going for a swim.

When the weather is a little on the cool or damp side, and playing in the elements may not be an option, there is always plenty of places to have some indoor fun. Here is a selection.

Clarence - Clifton Beach - patrolled on weekends and selected days during summer

• Ice Skating in Glenorchy - 03 6272 3149

Kingston - Kingston Beach - patrolled over summer

• Far Out Indoor Play Centre in Mornington

Sandy Bay - Long Beach - public toilets, playground, BBQ facilities

• Roller Skating in Glenorchy - 03 6273 7700 (voucher p.16) - 03 6273 7700

• 10 Pin Bowling in Moonah (voucher p.19)

03 6272 9810

• Zone 3 Laser Skirmish in the city

(voucher p.21) - 03 6231 4244

• Intencity Family Entertainment Centre in the

city (voucher p. 21) - 03 6231 4028

• Hobart Aquatic Centre - 03 6222 6999 • Clarence Aquatic Centre - 03 6244 2294 • Village Cinemas Glenorchy, CBD and Rosny -

1300 866 843

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Those people with littlies may want to check out a recently opened cafe in South Hobart - Rivulet Cafe. A warm and welcoming place with oodles of space for the kids to play in and they have a fenced in playground. They even provide you with picnic rugs to take into the playground area (on request) so you can have that special meal with your young’uns.

Very popular for a cappuccino and cake also.

Y-Dance

Get your Game face on!! Challenge your friends to this fun & addictive, gaming system with giant electronic step-jump pads suitable for kids of all ages, Easy to learn, Fun to do, hard to stop! Bookings required. Bring your friends!! (or even Mum & Dad!)

8a Constance Ave, Glenorchy Ph:6272 8077 hobart@ymca.org.au www.hobart.ymca.org.au

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Hobart has an abundance of casual eateries and food experiences that are perfect for a relaxed family meal or that special occasion.

In North Hobart in Elizabeth St 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 ,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. Also try the German Bakerei - traditional pastry products.

Looking for Value!

Finding eateries with Kids Eat Free can save you a fortune on eating out. La Porchetta in North Hobart and Salamanca Place, Soho in South Hobart and the awesome Shoreline Hotel in Howrah all do Kids Eat Free and offer great variety.

At Constitution Dock the Seafood is fresh and cheap. For lunch or dinner, the “fish punts” offer plenty of choice, or take a seat downstairs at Mures.

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If it is keeping the kids occupied whilst you enjoy your meal is what you’re after, then The Shoreline Hotel Howrah is the answer.

They feature kid’s meals, entertainment and have a great playground! (see opposite for great kids eat FREE offer)

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Lilly & Rose Sweet Shoppe In our ‘‘Pink” sweetshop we make and sell fudge, rocky road, coconut ice, marshmallow and many other delicious sweets and biscuits! We also sell a range of traditional Australian & imported sweets!

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Large Bistro • 3 Bars Playground • Function Area Accommodation • Bottle shop

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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 and 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.

Rosny Park Golf Course

Bellerive Oval

Rosny Farm

Rosny Hill Rd (Next to Eastlands) Ph:6244 1297 hobart@ymca.org.au www.hobart.ymca.org.au

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Open from 8am – 6.30pm weekdays, 7am – 6pm weekends, 9 Holes for $12, Buggy & club hire available, On-site golf shop & kiosk, Families & children welcome!

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.

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.

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- Clarence Clarence Aquatic Centre

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

The Seafarer’s Festival on October 28 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.

Open 7 days , 8 lane, 50m heated indoor pool, 10m x 12m heated indoor program pool, Heated indoor beach entry toddlers pool, Giant inflatable slide & obstacle course, FREE BBQ and picnic tables usage, Cafe area for hot food & drinks, disabled access, Families & children welcome!

Carols by Candlelight (December 9), the Australia Day Breakfast on the Bellerive Boardwalk (26 January), the Clarence Jazz Festival (19 – 24 February) and the Richmond Village Colonial Fair (17 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!

4 Loinah Crescent, Montagu Bay Ph:6244 2294 hobart@ymca.org.au www.hobart.ymca.org.au

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.

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.15) The indoor Clarence Aquatic Centre has a range

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ZOODOO is an exciting hands-on Wildlife Park with a large range of native, agricultural & exotic animals including Bengal Tigers and rare White African Lions.

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In the heart of Richmond lies Australia’s oldest stone bridge, dating back to 1823.

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 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.

Also nearby is the ZooDoo (voucher p.26 ) where you can see one of Tasmania’s largest collections of native, agricultural and exotic animals, including two rare white lions.

Be a giant… Stomp around at Old Hobart Town Historical Model Village

Providing a fascinating introduction to Hobart for over 20 years Australia’s only model that depicts an early city in its infancy Great family fun at great family discounts

Cnr Bridge & Henry Sts, Richmond - Ph: (03) 6260 2502 30km from Hobart en route to Port Arthur - East Coast or Launceston

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- Launceston Launceston is a charming boutique riverside city 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 the magnificent natural attractions including the spectacular Cataract Gorge Reserve,

which is Tasmania’s top tourist attraction, to the QVMAG, Australia’s largest regional Museum and Art Gallery, and the kids will love splashing about at Launceston Aquatic, Tasmania’s newest aquatic centre, with a waterslide and a kids interactive play area. There is so much to do in Launceston and being the heart of Tasmania, it’s the perfect place to call home while exploring the rest of the State.

Visit www.visitlauncestontamar.com.au while planning your Launceston family experience or Freecall the Launceston Travel and Information Centre on 1800 651 827 and let us do the hard work for you.

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

■■ Go talk to the monkeys and run & play all day in City Park

■■ Inspect the impressive old & new vehicles at

the National Automobile Museum (p.29)

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■■ 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 (p.32) ■■ 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 (voucher p.35) ■■ Enjoy fish & chips, an ice cream, coffee or smoothie at Seaport Marina

■■ Take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool at the Cataract Gorge Reserve and grab an ice cream at the Basin Café or why not have a picnic in the Reserve’s Fairy Dell?

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Just a short drive out of Launceston are two reminders of what life used to be like in the early days of settlement in Tasmania.

Brickendon Village and Woolmers Estate are just outside Longford and offer families plenty of open space, beautiful surroundings and a glimpse of our colonial past.

Show the kids what it used to be like in the olden days!

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The Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery, the largest regional museum in Australia, has FREE entry and contains over 30 permanent exhibitions with programs and displays that change regularly including a Planetarium. (see voucher p.33)

kids stay & eat free

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- Launceston 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, John Hart Conservatory, duck pond, Thomas the Tank Engine train rides, monuments, chess board, barbecue area with a huge playground, and annual display beds. City Park is the perfect location for an afternoon outdoors.

A must see is the magnificent Cataract Gorge Reserve, a stunning natural beauty only a 15 minute walk from the city centre. You can take a ride on the Southern Hemisphere’s longest single-plan chairlift, marvel at the Peacocks showing off their colours in the Cliff Grounds, take a dip in the swimming pool, hangout in the playground or have a picnic on the lawns of the Fairy Dell, 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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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).

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2011/12 Tasmania Crossword

How well do you know Tasmania??

Answers at www.letsgokids.com.au Across Down

5. Hobart’s main dock

1. Home of the Wilderness Railway

6. A suburb in Clarence

2. You can get lost in a hedge here

7. Tasmania’s convict past is recounted here

3. Hobart’s T20 team

9. This mill is a huge landmark on the Heritage Hwy

4. A family farm place

11. Where you can learn to swim or dance

8. Where you will find a Pioneer’s Museum

12. These cute guys are found at Low Head

10. The AFL team that plays at Bellerive Oval

13. A really fast type of boat 14. The river that has George Town at its mouth 16. I’m 1271m tall and live in Hobart 15. A great cafe in Roseberry 17. Hobart’s Hop on Hop off bus tour 18. The caves here are great

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George Town & Low Head The George Town municipality has lots of interesting places to visit and things to do for families.

There are great attractions in Low Head, the nearby Tamar Valley and the award winning vineyards at Pipers Brook and Pipers River.

At night you can take a Penguin Tour (voucher p.43) and get up close and personal with the local furry, black and white residents. Beautiful nearby beaches, river activities and fishing ensure there is something for everyone in the picture perfect George Town area.

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Fun and entertainment @ George Town on Show Walk and explore @ Low Head lighthouse Paddle in the Pipers River @ Weymouth Safe cycling @ George Town to Low Head Trail Music on the streets @ Tamar Valley Folk Festival

Come for a day, a weekend or forever.

Georgetown is one place you’ll keep coming back to!! Visitor information and much more can be found on George Town Council’s tourism website www.provincialtamar.com.au

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Hollybank Treetops Adventure Located halfway between Georgetown and Launceston near Lilydale, this unique forest experience allows visitors to fly across the treetops with the zipline tour, or glide through the forest on the ALL NEW segway tour, experiencing all the wonders that this unique forest has to offer.

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PILOT STATION MUSEUM You can see and play with real things from the days of sail and steam!

Have a go at tying knots Steer with the ship’s helm Warn other boats with the fog horn Ring out the time on the ship’s bell Send telegraph messages using Morse Code Change the ship’s speed with the engine room telegraph

Ph 03 6382 1143 • 399 Low Head Rd, Low Head • museum.lowhead.com LetsGoKids Tasmania 2012/13

George Town & Low Head

Experience fantastic Tasmanian food and cuisine whilst staying at boutique heritage accommodation and state of the art resorts like York Cove or Low Head Tourist Park. Georgetown and Low Head have a distinct nautical feel, with the lighthouse, old pilot station(which has a cafe and even accommodation), the Bass and Flinders museum (p.43) and the brand new marina at York Cove (voucher p.42) all worth spending the day exploring.

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Australia Day – Saturday 26th January. Join Council at the formal awards ceremony & community breakfast at the Memorial Hall, before heading to the Low Head Pilot Station Precinct for a day of typical Australian activities.

Join in the fun of the damper making; Australian dress parades, pie eating competitions, fishing, 5km fun run, live music, car & boats displays, tug of war, and great food & refreshments. Above all, bring the family along and celebrate being an Australian... Awards ceremony will commence at 8.30am, with the Family Day commencing at 11.00am. An awesome family day out.

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George Town & Low Head EVENTS CALENDAR

Council holds several family events throughout the year, with the focus on family participation and showcasing the wide cultural, heritage, industry and lifestyle.

George Town on Show:14-18 November. Events over the four days will feature Dancing in The Streets; Winery Tour; Live Music, Photography Classes; Festival Day in the Square; Dog Microchipping; Dog Show, Netball Challenge. Full program of events are available online at www.georgetown.tas.gov.au Heritage Isle Christmas Parade: On Saturday 1st December at 12.00 noon, Macquarie Street will come alive with a colourful parade of entries representing a wide area of the community. Schools, organisations, businesses, community groups and individuals are welcome to enter a float.

For more information on events and activities, contact the George Town Council 16-18 Anne St, George Town 7253 Ph: 03 6382 8800 council@georgetown.tas.gov.au www.georgetown.tas.gov.au

The replica of His Majesty’s Colonial Sloop Norfolk is berthed at the Wharf inside the Bass & Flinders Centre, amoung a fleet if nautical history.

8 Elizabeth St, George Town 7253 Ph: 6382 3792 Open 10am-4pm www.bassandflinders.org.au LetsGoKids Tasmania 2012/13

136 Low Head Rd, George Town 7253 Ph: 03 6362 1573 • www.lowheadtouristpark.com.au Fax: 03 6382 1521 • enquiry@lowheadtouristpark.com.au

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Early Childhood pathways from birth to school age in health & Come and discover the magic of the Early Childhood education; community services Early Childhood pathwaysTamar from Valley. A short drive north pathways from for birth West to Tamar area school age in health of & Launceston the valley is actually birth to school including Childcare in education; community services age in health on both sides of the river and is award winning facilities &foreducation; West Tamar area referred to as East and West Tamar.

Established 1883 School bus services (free) community services including Childcare in West Tamar has the towns of Exeter, via Badger Head.

Beauty Point, for West Tamar 33 Grubb Street Clarenceaward Beaconsfield and Beauty Point which winning area Point, including Flowery Gully,facilities Beaconsfield GreensChildcare in award all have much to offer families.

Beach, Holwell, Kayena, School bus services (free) winning facilities Ph 63831215 Kelso, Rowella, 33 Grubb St via Badger Head. Beauty Point, A visit to the Tamar Valley wouldn’t be complete Yorktown 33 Grubb Street Sidmouth, School bus services (free) Committed Beaconsfield via Badger to Head, Beauty Point, Clarence Point, Flowery Gully, without popping into Grindelwald and taking Pre-kinder Grade 6 to Life-long Beaconsfield Clarence Point, Flowery Gully, Ph 63831215 Launching into Learning Greens Beach, Holwell, Kayena, Greens Beach, Holwell, Kayena, in the delights of this Swiss styled village (inside Learning Ph 63831215 Kelso, Rowella, Sidmouth,Yorktown.

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Launching into Learning Tasmania Zoo has an awesome collection of 0-4yrs animals, and a new Dinosaur area! (voucher p.44)

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Nearby is the Glengarry Maze (p.46) where you can “lose yourself” for a while, before “discovering” more of what the diverse area has to offer.

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Daily Feedings & Interpretations: • Tasmanian Devil 10:30am, 1:00pm & 3:30pm • Little Blue Penguin 10:00am & 4:00pm • Meerkats 11:30am & 2:10pm • Jurassic Swamp 10:50am, 1:30pm & 2:50pm OPEN DAILY: 9:00am - 5:00pm 1166 Ecclestone Road, Riverside, Launceston Ph: (03) 6396 6100

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The town of Beaconsfield has an awesome skate park, then go and explore the history of the area at the Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre (voucher p.37). At the Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Centre, you can crawl through a pipe and look into the replica crushed cage that miners Todd Russell and Brant Webb were trapped in for 14 days. It has a new display dedicated to the harrowing rockfall on Anzac Day, 2006, LetsGoKids Tasmania 2012/13

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- Tamar Valley The Tamar Island Wetlands is a unique reserve just ten minutes drive from Launceston and is a nice spot for lovers of nature and particularly bird watchers.

From the car park at Lucks Flats there is a gravel track to the boardwalk. The wide, level boardwalk of about 500 metres is suitable for pedestrians, prams and wheelchairs (no bikes), and extends over the swamps and crosses the river to two islets and finally Tamar Island.

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A fantastic Interpretation Centre offers visitors the opportunity to learn about the great value of the wetlands. Over the summer holiday period, a Discovery Ranger program operates daily for children and the young at heart. Opening times for the Reserve are dawn to dusk every day of the year except Christmas Day.The Interpretation Centre is open from 9am - 5pm during the summer and closes an hour earlier in winter.

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Continue down the road to Beauty Point, where the name says it all. It is 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 (vouchers p.44).

From here you can look across the river and see the East Tamar Valley towns of Low Head 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.

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Great Western Tiers & Cradle Country The Great Western Tiers begin in Westbury and lead you on a journey through Deloraine, Chudleigh, Mole Ck and then on into the hills of Cradle Country and the towns of Railton, Sheffield, Wilmot and Gunns Plains.

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However, the Tiers and the Hills are best known for their wholesome and tasty foods. Honey, icecream, fudge, cherries, raspberries, chocolates and cheese are grown, produced and manufactured right here in some of the most fertile land on earth. So do you taste buds a favour and hit the “Cradle to Coast Tasting Trail” whilst you engage in all your activities in the hills and beyond......

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The main highway takes the coastal route that eventually takes you up into the North West corner of the state and towns like Stanley and Smithton. The whole area is breathtaking in its scenery and is packed with things to see and do, from interacting with the iconic Tassie Devil to getting lost in a monster maze.

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The most English of all villages in Australia, it has everything a cliched English Village has.

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Great Western Tiers & Cradle Country Deloraine Take time to also explore the Salmon and Ginseng Farms where you can experience a self-guided 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.

Deloraine Folk Museum

Bring the kids in to learn about their pioneering history!

Everyone who completes the interactive game sheet will receive a FREE GIFT. Come and see the huge water powered musical fountain.

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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.

Whilst on the Highway take advantage of the LetsGoKids offers at both Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm and Ashgrove Cheese (just outside of Deloraine) and enjoy some great local food in a kid friendly setting.

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Topiary Animals in the town of Railton

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

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“Winner of the Cradle Coast Authority’s Regional Tourism Awards for Experiences and Attractions 2012”

Home to the Axeman’s Hall of Fame, it is also famous for pristine Warrawee Reserve and its platypus population. You can take a guided tour in early morning or at dusk to view the platypus in its natural environment.

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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. The Cherry Shed has great meals, all things cherry and a childrens playground to keep the kids entertained!

CHOCOLATE FACTORY VIEWING & TASTING CENTRE CAFE • MUSEUM • FUNCTION CENTRE Open from 7am for breakfast

9025 Bass Hwy, Latrobe • Ph:6426 2958

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Chudleigh - Tasmania’s Village of Roses

Mole Creek

A quaint little village located 7 km east of Mole Creek. Home to Melita Honey Farm, where you will find honey, displays including a showcase of old beekeeping implements, an interactive beehive and a live bee exhibition hive. Silk’s has FREE fudge tasting as well!!

Is a pretty little town with cafes and a pub where there are Tasmanian Tiger “thylacine” displays and the Tassie Tiger Bar. A great place for lunch or dinner.

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

The Cherry Shed There’s plenty to see, do and taste...

Look in the Display Room and find hidden creatures in the models.

It’s the home of everything CHERRY!

Taste cherry jam and dessert sauce or try cherry pancakes.

The cherry icecreams are amazing.

Imagine playing in GIANT cherries!

If you’re lucky the Cheeky Cherry may also make an appearance.

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Trowunna Wildlife Park (above) is a highlight in this part of the world. View devils, wombats, kangaroos/ wallabies in natural bush settings with outstanding views and easy viewing enclosures. The local

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wallabies are so friendly they’ll walk right up for a pat and a chat. Kids will love it! So, leave the main highway, head up into the Tiers and spend a peaceful day in a delightful, delicious setting.

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- Great Western Tiers & Cradle Country 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 sea level. Sheffield has developed into a hub for fine arts and crafts people.

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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 their skills1 for24/7/12 visitors.

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Mural of The Old Bakery at Sheffield industrial and social histories. 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.

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- Devonport & Central Coast Situated on the Mersey River, Devonport 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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Find the Tasmanian Tiger on the Tiger Wall.

Platypus may be seen in Founder’s Lake.

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The Tiger Wall 46 Old Tramway Rd, Eugenana (off C146 Melrose Rd) Ph 6427 2690 • www.tasmanianarboretum.org.au

You can also visit attractions such as the Tasmanian Arboretum (see above). This is a unique botanic Tree Park of native and exotic species sited on 45 glorious hectares, 10km south of Devonport at Eugenana. Spot a platypus on Founders Lake, take a walk or picnic with family and friends.

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The town has a great coastline and popular walking tracks lead from the city centre, along the Mersey River foreshore parklands, all the way around to Mersey Bluff Beach. Families with children love this beach and playground area which incorporates picnic and BBQ areas and safe swimming.

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Devonport & Central Coast 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.

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On the Mersey River, www.asweetcraving.com sweetcraving@bigpond.com Devonport Mini Golf is loads 52 Gilbert St Latrobe Ph: 6426 2199 of fun with 18 holes to play, surrounded by water features and under lights at night. BBQ and picnic area available (p.54). For indoor fun try Did You Know? tenpin bowling at The Devonport Bowl in William St “Home Hill”, the Devonport home and CMAX Cinema is the place to catch all the latest movies. It is a 4 screen cinema in the centre of the of Australia’s only Tasmanian-born city where you can relax and enjoy your viewing.

Prime Minister, Joseph Lyons, and

his wife Dame Enid, and is open for inspection, with mementos of his Prime Ministerial days.

Barclay Motor Inn A Nice Place To Stay

Offers a choice of a 3 bedroom holiday cottage, 2 * bedroom or studio fully self-contained units or Deluxe Motel style units • Heated in-door swimming pool • 1/2 tennis/basketball court • Off street parking • Austar • Fantastic quiet central location • 10 mins to the Spirit of Tasmania Ferry • Walk to the CBD and local restaurants • All units NON-Smoking

The Barclay is the perfect place to stay when in Devonport Ph: (03) 6424 4722 – www.barclaymotorinn.com.au – 112 North Fenton St, Devonport

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For some serious fun, Pandemonium Adventure Centre has laser skirmish, rock climbing, jumping castles, ball pit, and the interactive and fascinating Imaginarium Science Centre.

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The town of Penguin has what is believed to be the largest penguin in the world. This 3m giant statue of a fairy penguin sits on the esplanade, while the real things return to local rookeries at dusk, especially between November and March.

Explore... Leven Canyon – A 45 min

drive from Ulverstone you will find the Leven Canyon Reserve. From a well-equipped picnic area, follow the 20 min return rainforest walk to the cliff-face viewing platform and marvel at the breathtaking scenery.

The nearby Gunns Plains Caves are not to be missed with some of the largest limestone formations in the southern hemisphere. The caves are well lit and concrete paths ensure easy access for Launceston the young and not-so-young.

St Marys Wings Wildlife Park is around the corner and the kids will Cambell Town love it (voucher above).

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Discover the Magic of our underground wonderland!

View stunning cave formations, rich colour and sparkling crystals. Special family price available!

Just 30 mins from Ulverstone St Helens

Enjoy spectacular shawl formations, stalactites Scamander & stalagmites. In this mysterious subterranean world you can witness Glow Worms and may Tasman see a freshwater lobster or platypus!!

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You can then continue on to the magnificent East Coast which runs for 180 kms from Orford in the south to St. Helens in the north. The drive is stunning and the landscape virtually pristine.

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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75km 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, and other natural features like The Blow Hole and The Tessellated Pavement.

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Scamander, Bicheno and Swansea are typical beach towns with wide white stretches of sand and the accommodations listed on page 66 are all great for families.

St Helens is the main town, and the gateway to Binalong Bay, The Bay of Fires and the spectacular Peron Dunes. (Grab a board and try sandboarding). Bicheno is home to a penguin colony and Natureworld (see opposite) which the kids will love and also a marine park at nearby Governer’s Island.

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- West Coast The West Coast is one of Tasmania’s most popular • Take a world-renowned tour up the magnificent travel destinations with everything that you require Gordon River and go ashore to explore the for the perfect family holiday. Located in one of abandoned convict settlement of Sarah Island. the most stunning and breathtaking mountainous • Sample our famous local seafood or catch your locations in the world, the West Coast caters own – throw in a line at the main wharf or for every member of the family, offering a huge jetties. Ask the friendly staff at the West Coast variety of activities from picturesque picnic areas Visitor Centre for a map showing where to to skate-parks to friendly accessible walking tracks catch the ‘big ones’. in wilderness terrain. The West Coast combines • Scenic flights of Strahan and its magic surrounds are adventure, history and relaxation! available via seaplanes, helicopters and light aircraft which operate from the wharf area and the airport.

• 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!

Strahan Village

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).

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

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

• Don’t forget to drop into the Visitor Centre and take a step back in time when venturing through the kid friendly reflection exhibition, in the Visitor Centre.

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The West Coast Wilderness Railway is a ‘must do’ when visiting the area. The orginal steam train railway has been restored and provides an exhilarating 4 hour journey through the dense rainforests, gorges spanned by huge bridges, rushing rivers and refurbished stations on its way between Strahan and the mining town of Queenstown.

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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- 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 Heritage Centre 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).

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

West Coast Heritage Centre Main Street, Zeehan Featuring photographic galleries, locomotives, blacksmith & wheelwright workshop, Koonya stamp battery, Power House, mining machinery display and world class mineral collections.

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

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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.

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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 Iron Blow Walking Platform

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.

Spion Kopf Whilst in town, make sure you include a climb up to the Spion Kopf lookout, an 8 min walk from the shops, that provides a great 360 view of Queenstown and the infamous Gravel Oval. o

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!

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.

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Follow in the tracks of pioneering railwaymen on a steam train through steep gorges and dense forests. Cruise the majestic Gordon River, stopping at Heritage Landing and Sarah Island and taking in the wide expanses of Macquarie Harbour. Enjoy all the comforts of Strahan Village with a range of family-friendly accommodation.

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- West Coast Tullah

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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.

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.

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.

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Worth a look!

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,

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Hobart CBD The best accommodations are those on the city fringe, as they offer great deals and are much more spacious. Our pick is Rydges in Nth Hobart (See below) Hobart Cabins and Cottages in Elwick or Bay View Villas in West Hobart are other good options. These are all self contained and allow self catering.

Out near the airport, Hobart Airport Hotel (p.66) has the right location for those early morning flights, and the Holiday Park next door has more spacious family based options as well as a playground. For a weekend away close to town try Woodfield (p.67) the kids will love it. Get a group of families together for a weekend they’ll never forget!

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Quality Hotel Hobart Airport & Big4 Hobart Airport Tourist Park www.hobartairporthotel.com.au • www.hobartairporttouristpark.com.au

• An easy 15 minute drive to Hobart CBD & Salamanca • Ideal family place to stay when you visit Hobart • 4 star accommodation at the Hobart Airport Soundproofing, air conditioning, spacious hotel rooms, family suites, 2 bedroom fully self-containedcabins, FREE parking, powered sites with superior amenities, Restaurant, FREE Wi-fi, playground, BBQ areas, complimentary shuttle to & from the Airport & Hobart CBD.

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Around the State The short distances between towns in Tassie means that a family driving holiday is easily achieved. Whilst visiting the main towns and attractions let us give you a few pointers on where to stay.

In Devonport, head straight to Barclays Motor Inn (p.55) and in Burnie, the Comfort Inn (see below). On the West Coast, Strahan Holiday Park (p.61) is the place to stay. Once again…… ring the accommodation direct for the best deal Tell them that we sent you!

Fox and Hounds (p.65), is right at the entrance gate to Port Arthur. On the East Coast, Swansea Motor Inn has activities to help entertain the kids,White Sands Resort in Bicheno will amuse the kids and adults for days, and Homelea in St Helens is spacious, well located and is really comfy.

In Launceston, there are two great options, Grindewald Swiss Village (Inside Front Cover) and Country Club Villas. Activities and space to roam.

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Check out the list of great ideas of things to do and places to visit in the awesome state of Tassie. There are lots of interesting markets, special kids events and family themed activities that will keep everyone entertained every weekend of the year- and best of all- lots of them are FREE!!!!

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Weekly/Monthly Every Saturday Salamanca Market Enjoy the sights, sounds, flavours, action and colour of Australia’s best outdoor market - operated by Hobart City Council - 8:30am-3:pm at Hobart’s Salamanca Place. · 03 6238 2711· www.hobartcity.com.au Every Sunday 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 Axemans Makers Market Offering local and Tasmanian art, crafts, jewellery, soaps, hand spun wool, home-made cakes, honey, meat, fruit, vegetables and jam. · Bells Parade, Latrobe · From 8am-3pm · 6426 2099 · www.discovertasmania.com Sorell Council The Market attracts up to 60 stalls, many operating on a rotating bi or tri weekly basis, selling everything from artwork, books, ceramics, clothing, confectionery, fresh fruit and vegetables, handcrafted jewellery, organic produce, second hand items and CD’s and bric-a-brac. · Memorial Hall Cole Street Sorell · 6243 8282 · www.sorell.tas.gov.au First Saturday of Wilmot Markets - Sample great tastes of the North West!

Every Month Wines from local vineyards, olive oils, honey, sorbet, fresh fruits, berries, vegies, jams, breads, sauces, conserves, pastries, cakes and biscuits. Browse at the bric a brac, hand-made crafts, jewellery, pre-loved clothes, soaps, lotions, gizmos and gifts. Wilmot Town Hall · 9am-2pm · 03 6492 1302 · www.kentish.tas.gov.au First Sunday of Brighton Markets - There is something for everyone!

Every Month Second-hand bargains and bric-a-brac, plants, jewellery, local arts and crafts and craft supplies, along with locally grown fruit and vegetables. There is also a selection of delicious hot and cold food on offer, including devonshire teas. Pontville Hall, Midland Hwy · 0427 008 353 · www.onlytasmania.com.au Second Sunday of Longford Market - A makers’ market that showcases the talents of local crafters and artisans Every Month All locally made with love and care from jewelry to vintage recycled wear, felting, home baked goodies, plants, local Tasmanian wine, origami flowers, photography and handmade cards. Everything is handmade, no bric-abrac. · Longford Town Hall, Wellington Street Longford · 0403 087 462 · www.discovertasmania.com Third Sunday of Oatlands Market - ‘Make It, Bake It, Grow It!’ Every Month On offer is a wide range of seasonal goods - fresh vegetables and herbs, locally grown seedlings, local goats cheese, a range of freshly baked breads, locally grown potatoes, locally raised and butchered fresh meat, locally baked goodies, homemade jams, preserves sauces and chutneys, fresh farm eggs and locally produced art.

83-85 High St, Oatlands. · 03 6254 1514 · www.onlytasmania.com.au Ross Craft Market Crafts shop including Antiques, and a wool center because of the sheep-farming area in the city. And a place of a toymaker. Church St, Ross · 03 6381 5275 · www.marketstasmania.com.au 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. Operating from 9am-3pm from October to March. Nicole McBride · 03 6264 0359 www.huonvalley.tas.gov.au Third Saturday of Kettering Market Every Month Local fresh produce, plants, arts, crafts, lunches, snacks, cappuccinos, cupcakes, and plenty more, from 8am-2pm.

0404 657 185 ketteringmarket@hotmail.com · www.kingborough.tas.gov.au Sheffield Town Hall Market With stalls set up along High St and inside the Town Hall from 9am-2pm. Seating available in the kitchen. Stalls include 2nd hand goods, preserves, live poultry, biscuits and cakes, handcrafts and hand made gifts, stationary supplies, fresh produce, coffee and yummy food. · www.kentish.tas.gov.au

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Thursday 13th September

Sunday 30th September

October Friday 5th to Saturday 6th October Saturday 6th October Saturday 6th to Sunday 7th October

Sunday 7th October Thursday 11th to Saturday 13th October

Sunday 14th to Saturday 20th October Friday 19th to Sunday 28th October Saturday 20th October

Sunday 21st October

The Barn Market Offering the people of Hobart and, more specifically the Eastern Shore, a high quality market where they can find unique and locally made products as well as enjoy coffee, delicious snacks and craft demonstrations. Open from 10am-3pm. · 03 6245 8600 · thebarnmarket.blogspot.com.au Dorothy the Dinosaur’s Beach Party It is the stompy-wompy show full of super sandy songs that will fill your day with sunshine! Dorothy and her friends, Captain Feathersword, Wags the Dog, Fairy Clare and Henry the Octopus, are joined by sensational singers and dancers, Clare Dee and The Dance-A-Lots, in their dazzling beach party outfits! The surf ’s up for this wacky wave of fun! Burnie Arts & Function Centre Town Hall · 03 6430 5850 · www.burniearts.net Dog’s Day Out Loads of events for you and your dog to join in and have fun. Popular features are the Agility Course 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. · 03 6245 8600 · www.ccc.tas.gov.au Burnie Show 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. · Wivenhoe Showground Burnie · 03 6431 5882 · www.derwentvalley.tas.gov.au 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. · 03 6214 6035 · www.ccc.tas.gov.au Spring Community Festival Is the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens premiere festival overflowing with entertainment, activities, sports, rides, fantastic musicians and dancers food, wine and much, much more. Come along and be a part of a fun family day celebrating spring in Tasmania.

From 10am-4pm 03 6236 3088 www.rtbg.tas.gov.au Rock & Rodz Join Elmo and the Sesame Street gang as they tour Australia in this new show at the Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre, Blair Street, Bunbury. For tickets and further information please contact 1300 661 272 · visitbunbury.com.au Royal Launceston Show 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. 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. A big range of show bags full of chocolates, sweets, toys and novelties. Traditional Show food favourites, like fairy floss and dagwood dogs. www.derwentvalley.tas.gov.au Westbury Week 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. · 6393 5300 · www.meander.tas.gov.au North East River Festival Last years North East Rivers Festival was a huge success. We had record crowds at all of our events. Our new events were a great addition to the festival. Each event will only grow from here. This the 36th year will be bigger and better than ever. This year Spectators are FREE. · www.neriversfestival.com.au 156th 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. · 8am-4:30pm · www.longfordshow.com.au B&E Skilled Burnie Ten The 28th annual event starts at 11:15am in the heart of Burnie’s central business district, on Tasmania’s NorthWest Coast. 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. · 03 6430 5717 · www.burnieten.com.au

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Ulverston Show - Ulverstone Showgrounds A packed day of entertainment and activities, including livestock and dog competitions, home industries, horse jumping, the Ulverstone Ute Comp, industry hall and animal nurseries, where you can get up close to the animals.

Side show alley rides, games, live entertainment and delicious food and drinks. 64251703 · www.onlytasmania.com.au B&E 321Go Kids’ Race Established as a safe alternative to children competing in the Burnie Ten. The B&E321-GO kids’ race, offers children aged between 5 and 13 the chance to participate in a running event in a top Coastal Arena and over a distance appropriate for their age; (3km, 2km, 1km). Burnie’s West Park Oval. · www.321go.com.au Seafarers Festival A unique action-packed free family event with activities and entertainment on and by the sea. Welcome aboard!

Come along and enjoy the Seafarer’s Festival, it’s a dynamic day of activities for water lovers and landlubbers alike Music, comedy, quirky water events, maritime and history stalls, competitions, children’s activities and much more.

Kids - dress up for the Seafarin’ Costume Competition at 2.00pm! · 03 6245 8600 · www.ccc.tas.gov.au Tasmanian Craft Fair Australia’s Premier Arts and Crafts Event is Spread over 16 different venues in the picturesque township of Deloraine, about 240 exhibitors will display their finest wares and share their techniques. · www.tascraftfair.com.au/ 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. · 03 6392 2120 · www.derwentvalley.tas.gov.au Zeehan Gem & Mineral Fair 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 at the Basketball Stadium of Zeehan Primary School, 10am. · 03 64716553 · www.zeehangemandmineralfair.com The 66th Annual Brighton Agricultural Show Wood chopping, sideshow alley, show bags, animals, food, baby quest plus lots of free entertainment. One of the oldest local shows, the Brighton Show still retains its classic country feel. · brightonshow.com/

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December Saturday 30th November to Sunday 1st Dec Thursday 6th December Thursday 7th December Saturday 8th December

Huon Show Experience country life with a carnival atmosphere at the Huon Show -“The Show of the South”. Events will include horse ring events ute muster, wood chopping, show jumping and dog high jumping. Puppet shows and games are held at the Children’s marquee. Of course the whole family can take a look at the animals and machinery in the Grand Parade. · www.huonshow.com.au Myer Hobart Christmas Pageant 2012 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 Devonport Show - Devonport Showground A great weekend out for the whole family. There’s something for everyone - sideshow alleys, crafts, farming displays, fashion parades, live entertainment, animal displays and judging and more. www.derwentvalley.tas.gov.au Carols by Candlelight at Risdon Vale BBQ at 7pm. Carols at 8pm. Risdon Vale Fire Station, 23 Sugarloaf Rd, Risdon Vale. · 03 6243 575 Carols by Candlelight at Richmond Come sing along and have some fun from 7pm-9pm at Richmond Town Hall. Marie McCulloch · 0409 252 489 Circular Head Agricultural Show 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 Glenorchy Carols by Candlelight 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. · Tolosa Park Soundshell · www.gcc.tas.gov.au Ulverstone Christmas Parade and Party in The Park Beginning with a parade of Christmas floats on Reibey Street, Ulverston at 4.30pm and continues with entertainment, Apex Chocolate Wheel, food and Santa Claus at Bicentennial Park. · 0417214631 · www.centralcoast.tas.gov.au The 23rd Annual Taste Festival For seven days and nights, Hobart’s waterfront will again be transformed into a display of colour and life as the 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 · 03 6238 2410 · www.tastefestival.com.au

Friday 28th December to Thursday 3rd January January Tuesday 1st January 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 worldclass athletes, cyclists and wood choppers. · West Park Oval, Burnie. · 03 6431 9130 · www.tascarnivals.com Friday 11th to Cygnet Folk Festival Sunday 13th This festival has developed a reputation as one of the premier cultural events in Tasmania’s arts calendar. Every January 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 Saturday 26th Australia Day Breakfast on the Boardwalk January 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 11am, which also includes raising the flag and the National Anthem.

Bellerive Boardwalk. 8:30am-12pm · 03 6245 8638 · wmoles@ccc.tas.gov.au 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 Sunday 10h to Festivale – Launceston: Celebrating food, wine and entertainment in al fresco style at Launceston’s City Park Tuesday 12th Sunday is Family Day with special activities, including dance workshops, juggling workshops and craft activities. Explore February Kid’s Kingdom for children’s activities including workshops for kids, face painting etc. 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 Tuesday 19th Clarence Jazz Festival to Sunday 24th Held in beautiful outdoor, riverside and historic locations, it is one of Tasmania’s most popular music events. Audiences February love the great performances, unique locations and unrivalled good vibes. · 03 6245 8638 · wmoles@ccc.tas.gov.au

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National Penny Farthing Championships & EvandaleVillage 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 30 years from 10am-4pm. · www.evandalevillagefair.com Devonport Triathlon 2013 will be the 28th year of this prestigious event which has built a global reputation as being “world class” and one of the country’s best triathlon experiences. The Devonport Triathlon is one of Australia’s oldest, with the first event held in 1985. · www.devonporttriathlon.com.au

March Friday 1th to Sunday 3rd March

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 live music.

03 6397 7321 · www.heritagehighway.com.au Sunday 24th March Hamilton Agricultural Show Experience country life with a carnival atmosphere. It’s a fun-filled country show for the entire family, featuring a rodeo, wood chopping, show jumping, dressage, wool and stud beef program, a prime lamb competition, home industries and animal nursery. Food and drinks available, with a bbq, afternoon and morning teas, game meats and oriental food, the Regional Wine Show, Poetry Competition, a number of displays, and sideshows. It’s a great day out for the whole family at the Hamilton Showground! · www.onlytasmania.com.au · 03 6286 3424 April Saturday 13th April Boardwalk Youth Week Festival Tasmanians of all ages are invited to join in the celebrations of National Youth Week at the Bellerive Boardwalk from 12pm-3pm! This has become an annual NYW event in Clarence since its debut in 2003! There will be a FREE BBQ and event activities for all ages to enjoy, such as performances from bands, singers and solo artists. Also, young people can enjoy - balloon animals, pavement art, jumping castle, face painting information showbags and much more. NYW is all about recognising the contributions young people make to our community, so join in the celebrations and help us make the day a success! · 03 6247 1230 · www.ccc.tas.gov.au May

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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. A must for angling enthusiasts, and is suitable for the whole family. Best of all its FREE. · 10am-4pm · 62618075 · www.ifs.tas.gov.au Campbell Town Show THE biggest agricultural event in Central Tasmania. Something for everyone. Sheep and wool judging, fashion parades, sheepdog trials, equestrian events, woodchipping, craft exhibition, children’s entertainment, an animal nursery, ute competitions, shearing competitions and more! So see you there! · www.campbelltownshow.com.au/

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