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Right on point

Poised on a grassy headland above Frederick Henry Bay, The Point provides the sensation of being alone on the edge of the world, just 20 minutes outside of Hobart. The brand-new retreat sleeps six adults in three bedrooms, each with a private balcony and en-suite, and offers fireplaces and an open-air firepit to gather around. From the house’s elevated position on the South Arm Peninsula, stretches of glass let ocean views pour in from all angles, while a coastal track outside the front door leads to nearby beaches perfect for swimming, surfing or fishing. Bring the wetsuits – the surf break directly out front is on its best form in the winter months.

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SEIZE THE LAST OF THE OFF SEASON

We never thought we’d ever wish winter would linger. But it’s the last chance to claim the exclusive deals running for The Off Season – a celebration of Tasmania’s quietest time. Seize experiences such as an Off Season Pop-Up Picnic in Bicheno, with a fire pot set up on an empty beach (pictured); or the winter Devils@Cradle’s Joey Encounter (with fireside marshmallows), both running until 31 August. Or have a fondue picnic, complete with east coast wine, at Twamley Farm in Buckland until 30 September. Find more at discovertasmania.com.au/off-season

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NEIGHBOURHOOD

Launceston’s beloved Bread + Butter has opened a sister cafe in Trevallyn. Watch this space, evening service at Neighbourhood starts from September.

THE ALBERT

After closing in 2020, Hobart’s Boekamp Bier has returned as The Albert Brewery, with the refreshed Moonah brewery just revealed.

ON ISLAND TIME

With government-funded Bass Strait Islands flights locked in ’til March 2022, now’s the time to try an On Island Time package from The Flinders Wharf.

Our towns are the tops

Congratulations to New Norfolk and Stanley, Tassie’s Top Tourism Towns for 2021. Both are now in the running to be crowned as Australia’s Top Tourism Town, to be announced in Canberra. Good luck! Find out more about Tassie’s Top Tourism Towns on p. 52.

Fill the well

In need of a reboot? New Tasmanian business Wild Wellness offers immersive retreats combining the healing powers of the great outdoors with programs shaped by qualified wellness practitioners. Its first series of retreats have just kicked off, including multi-day walks in conjunction with Tasmanian Walking Company and group stays at The Cove (pictured), recently opened outside Devonport. Details and dates can be found at wildwellnessmethod.com

Happy snaps

Since launching its women-only photography tours on Flinders Island in late 2020, Tassie company Shutterbug Walkabouts has added trips to Bruny Island and Rathmore in the Derwent Valley. These all-inclusive tours can help you hone your camera skills with professional support in spectacular surrounds. The next Flinders, Rathmore and Bruny trips will run before the end of the year, with 2022 locations released soon. For dates, visit shutterbugwalkabouts.com.au