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Turning of the fagus

From late April through May Mt Field National Park and the northern end of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park morph into an autumnal beacon thanks to fagus trees. The leaves turn a rusty red and rich gold, blanketing the landscape. This cold-climate winter-deciduous tree is found nowhere else in the world except our island state. Like Japan’s cherry blossoms, there’s no telling exactly what dates this natural phenomenon will take place annually. We suggest giving the national park visitor centre a call before heading out.

P For more, visit parks.tas.gov.au

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SEVEN AND A HALF

Offering a long lunch on Sundays (and some Saturdays) for just 10 people, it’s no wonder nabbing a seat at this restaurant is no easy feat. Everyone is seated and served together and the lunch is paired with drinks.

LAUNCESTON KAYAK TOURS

See Launceston from the water by taking a 90-minute kayak tour along the Tamar River. If kayaking is a challenge, the Hobie kayaks use pedal power, so your hands are free to steer, photograph or fish.

Tassie souvenir

Family owned and operated Tassie farm, Grandvewe, has launched Australia’s first home-compostable skincare brand, Ewe Care. Housed in refillable and handcrafted ceramic vessels, the morning and evening creams include locally harvested Awassi sheep milk which is rich in vitamins A, C, D and E and has anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. Perfect for sensitive skin.

From $165 (for refillable ceramic vessels), ewecare.com.au

WINE, NOT?

Mewstone Wines has opened its new cellar door just 40 minutes south of HELLO, LUXURY! Hobart in Flowerpot farmland overlooking the D’Entrecasteaux Channel. The cellar door showcases winemaker Jonny’s (formerly the assistant winemaker at Moorilla) pinot noir, with chardonnay and riesling grapes grown onsite. Tastings are by appointment only to ensure the intimate The Rox has brought a new era of luxury to Hobart. A mixed-use enclave within the heart of MidTown it offers four self-contained apartments including the jewel in the crown, space is never crowded. The Rox Penthouse. The rooftop sanctuary is architecturally designed and styled with furniture by local makers. The private terrace seats up to 10 guests. And if you want to order room service, food comes from the kitchen of Hobart’s most coveted wine bar, Sonny, straight to your door. Now that’s service.

THE ARC PAVILION

Small but mighty, this sustainable seven-metre tiny house sits on a certified organic farm on the north west coast. Guests at this self-contained accommodation can help themselves to a daily harvest from the veggie garden.

Wine not?

Mewstone Wines has opened its new cellar door just 40 minutes south of Hobart in Flowerpot farmland, overlooking the D’Entrecasteaux Channel. The cellar door showcases winemaker Jonny’s (formerly the assistant winemaker at Moorilla) pinot noir, chardonnay and riesling. Tastings are by appointment only to ensure the intimate space is never crowded.

WHAT’S OLD IS NEW

Triabunna Barracks is an 1840s sandstone building redeveloped into a contemporary high-end bed and breakfast. Each room is fitted with heated floors, lush bathrooms and plush beds. Truly thrusting this property into the 21st century is the CCS2 electric vehicle charging point in the carpark.