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THINGS TO DO IN Tasmania
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
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Tasmania is a hotspot for a multitude of activities and experiences... so where to begin? Certainly, outdoor activities of all kinds are extremely popular. Water sports such as kayaking, snorkelling, rafting, water-skiing, canyoning, wind and kite surfing, sailing, stand-up paddle boarding, surfing, and diving are all on the table... you name it. Tasmania offers vast amounts of memorable water experiences suitable for every level of adventurer and the options can seem endless. For those preferring to stay on land, consider rock climbing, hiking & walking, mountain biking, or just hopping on your motorcycle and touring around!
CULINARY DELIGHTS
The secret is out....visitors are flocking to Tasmania to taste some of the freshest seafood on the planet. Veggies will not be disappointed with the array of incredible produce at the markets, and multiple tours stretch across the island specifically catering to the taste buds and highlighting yummy delights such as cheese, chocolate, honey and more! Award-winning beverages are there to wash all of these down. Whisky, Gin,Vodka,Craft Beers, and of course the cool climate wines.
HISTORY & CULTURE
As much as Tasmania is a hot new item on people's travel bucket lists, rest assured there is no lack of fascinating "old" lurking around many corners. History buffs will relish visiting the many world heritage sites that explore Tassie's convict roots. Art lovers will be WOW'd by edgy MONA, along with with the many other museums that delve into everything from Antarctic expeditions to murals and landscape paintings. Depending on your area of interest, there are many tours that delve deeply into everything Tasmanian: past, present, and future.
FESTIVALS & EVENTS
If you'd like to time your trip to coincide with a festival, you won't have to wait too long...events take place year-round and some are quite unique to Tasmania. If you'd like to fulfil your lifelong dream of witnessing the penny farthing championships, look no further! There are quite simply too many to list here, but some of the most popular events to consider attending include: Dark Mofo, Taste of Tasmania, The Huon Valley Mid-Winter Festival, The Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, Targa Tasmania, and the Unconformity - just to name a few!
NATURE AND WILDLIFE
Tasmania is renowned for its unique wildlife and spectacular natural sites and National Parks which cover vasts amounts of land on all ends of the island. Hiking trails leading to majestic waterfalls are not uncommon, and you'll most likely cross paths with rare species of birds or perhaps the iconic Tasmanian Devil! If you don't have time for a multi-day hiking adventure, sanctuaries and even an "unzoo" allow you and the family to get up close to some of the local creatures that call Tassie home.
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THE RISE AND RISE OF KING CHARLES III
THE CORONATION OF KING CHARLES III WILL TAKE PLACE ON SATURDAY 6TH MAY 2023.
However, Charles was officially proclaimed as King of the United Kingdom the moment his mother, Queen Elizabeth II passed away on the 8th September, 2022. The proclamation ceremony was conducted at the Accession Council, which was held in the State Apartments of St. James Palace in London. Subsequently, the official Coronation Service will be conducted by The Archbishop of Canterbury, Rev. Justin Welby at Westminster Abbey. The New King, accompanied by his wife, the Queen Consort Camilla will be blessed, anointed and consecrated as sovereign, becoming the 40th British Monarch crowned at Westminster Abbey. The Coronation ritual has been observed for almost 1,000 years and many elements of the service have remained unchanged since 1066, when William the Conqueror was crowned. However, King Charles has indicted that he would like the event to reflect ‘’the spirit of our times.’’ Therefore, many believe that the King’s Coronation Service will not be on the same scale as 1953, when the King’s mother (Queen Elizabeth II) was crowned. There is no doubt that King Charles will live up to the example of duty and service set by his late mother Queen Elizabeth II. In his first speech as monarch, Charles reassured his subjects that he too, will deliver lifelong service to duty, The United Kingdom and Commonwealth Realms. However, the new King does represent a new era characterised by openness, communication and vulnerability. Unlike his late mother’s motto, of ‘’never complain, never explain.’’ Charles has already proved that he is fully prepared for the biggest role of his life, by displaying his softness and accessibility to his subjects. Undoubtably these attributes will endear him and prove to be the cornerstone of his popularity.
Charles was born in Buckingham Palace in 1948 during the reign of his maternal grandfather, King George VI. He is the eldest son of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philp, Duke of Edinburgh. He was only 3 years old when his mother ascended the throne in 1952. He was made Prince of Wales in 1958 and his investiture was held in 1969. He was educated at Cheam and Gordonstoun and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from The University of Cambridge. He served in the Air Force and Navy from 1971 to 1976. In 1981 Charles married Lady Diana Spencer, with whom he had two sons, Prince William and Prince Harry. However, Charles and Diana divorced in 1996. Unfortunately, Diana died in a car accident the following year, along with her boyfriend Dodi Al-Fayed. In 2005 Charles married his long-time partner, Camilla Parker-Bowles. Camilla became Queen Consort on the 8th September 2022, upon the death of Queen Elizabeth II and the accession to the throne of her husband King Charles. She carries out numerous public engagements representing the monarchy, often alongside her husband, and is also patron of many charities and organisations. She is well-known for her down-to-earth nature, common sense and humour. Charles has in the past been criticised for straying from good judgement, however it is his wife Camilla who has kept him on the right path. Charles, stated in his first official speech as King. ‘’I count on the loving help of my wife Camilla, who has relentlessly devoted herself to loyal public service since our marriage 17 years ago.’ STORY COURTESY OF CATHERINE COLUSSO
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THE WOMAN BEHIND THE CROWN
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“It is my sincere wish that, when that time comes, Camilla will be known as Queen Consort as she continues her own loyal service.’’
QUEEN ELIZABETH II
In February, 2022 the late Queen Elizabeth II marked her seventieth anniversary on the throne, and confirmed that it was her ‘’sincere wish’’ that Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall and wife of Prince Charles should become Queen Consort when Charles ascended the throne. However, for many years, Camilla’s future in the Royal Family had been in doubt. Unfortunately, ever since Diana, Princess of Wales complained in the 1995 Panorama Interview, that ‘’there were three of us in this marriage,’’ which resulted in Camilla becoming the most disliked woman in the United Kingdom. She immediately became known as the woman who broke up the marriage of Charles and Diana, resulting in the country and the Queen refusing to accept Camilla into the family. However, Camilla has spent several years rehabilitating her public image, allowing her to move from mistress to the wife of the King of England. Camilla is now recognised as a loyal asset, who is dedicated to Charles and public service, which has earned her a place in the heart of the British nation.
CAMILLA’S LIFE BEFORE ROYAL SERVICE
Camilla Shand was born in 1947 to ‘’upper class’’ parents British Army officer, Major Bruce Shand and his wife The Hon. Rosalind Cubitt. Charles and Camilla reportedly met in 1971. Apparently, they belonged to the same social circle and would attend the same events. They became close friends and eventually began a romantic relationship. The relationship was put on hold after Charles travelled overseas to join the Royal Navy. Subsequently, Camilla married British Army Officer Andrew Parker Bowles in 1973, they divorced in 1995. Charles married Lady Diana Spencer in 1981, and regrettably divorced in 1996. However, Charles and Camilla were romantically involved both before and during each of their first marriages. Their relationship was highly publicised in the media and attracted worldwide criticism. Charles and Camilla married in 2005 in Windsor Guildhall which was followed by a blessing at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle.
THE AUSTRALIAN MOVIE ‘THE CASTLE’ STARRING MICHAEL CATON, ANNE TENNEY, ERIC BANA AND SOPHIE LEE WAS FIRST RELEASED IN 1997 AND IS CONSIDERED ONE OF THE GREATEST AUSTRALIAN FILMS EVER MADE.
The theme of The Castle centres around the main character Darryl Kerrigan (portrayed brilliantly by Michael Caton) who typifies the stereotypical Aussie battler who will protect his family through challenging times or adversity. The Castle, tells the story of the Kerrigan family’s battle to save their home, which is situated a few kilometres from Melbourne’s busy Tullamarine Airport, and has been earmarked by the Government to be demolished. Apparently, to enable the land to be used for the expansion of Tullamarine Airport. This results in the Kerrigan family preparing themselves for the fight of their lives. The family’s attempts to resist the compulsory acquisition resulted in the film being labelled one of the funniest and most lovable Australian movies of all time. The Castle was made for the relative low budget of $A750,000 and filmed in only 5 weeks, it has since grossed over $A10.3 million at the box office, making it one of the most financially successful Australian movies of all time. The film won the 1997 AFI (Australian Film Institute) Award for Best Original Screenplay.
THE CAST...
MICHAEL
CATON is an Australian television, film and stage actor. His illustrious 40 year career includes iconic roles in The Australian television drama ‘’The Sullivans’’ playing the lovable Uncle Harry. Darryl Kerrigan, in The Castle and Ted Taylor in the television series ‘’Packed to the Rafters.’’ Michael also hosted two lifestyle programs ‘’Hot Property’’ and ‘Hot Auctions’’ on the Seven Network from 1999 until 2009. He recently starred in the 2020 Aussie film ‘’Rams’’ alongside Sam Neill. In 2007 Caton was nominated for Best Actor in a Television Drama for his role in the ’’The Castle.’’ In 2011 he was nominated for a Logie Award for Most Popular Actor for his role in ‘’Packed to the Rafters’’ and in 2016 he won the AACTA Award for Best Lead Actor in ‘’Last Cab to Darwin.’’ Caton was inducted into the Australian Film Walk of Fame in 2009.
