Port Arthur Historic Site
By Grant Digital at May 25, 2016 | 9:55 am | 0 Comment
Port Arthur Historic Site is a fantastic place to visit on the Tasman Peninsula. It’s World Heritage listed and is Australia’s most intact and moving convict site. The ruins and restored period homes are set in 40 hectares of landscaped grounds. With over 30 buildings to explore and plenty of things to do, you’ll want to allow most of a day to explore everything
The 2016 National Heritage Festival and TasTalks at Home Hill
By Grant Digital at May 5, 2016 | 12:34 pm | 0 Comment
It’s nearly upon us, the 2016 National Heritage Festival has come around again. This year the theme is Discoveries and Rediscoveries. Once again the festival is going to focus on a range of fantastic experiences around Tasmania, but notably, the history and and stories behind iconic Devonport location Home Hill. Home Hill was the family home of Prime Minister
The Oldest Rainforest in the World
By Grant Digital at April 27, 2016 | 3:27 pm | 0 Comment
There are places where trails fade away through cool misty rainforest. They lead through lush undergrowth and soaring canopies. Glimpses of wildlife and all manner of birds can be seen and heard through the trees, echoing loudly over the faint but constant buzz of life. Hidden waterfalls and dramatic lookouts await those who tread these paths. Tasmania
The Wall in the Wilderness
By Grant Digital at April 5, 2016 | 10:29 am | 0 Comment
A local Tasmanian attraction that has become an increasingly popular destination over the last few years, located in Derwent Bridge in Tasmania’s Central Highlands. The Wall in the Wilderness is the labour of love of Greg Duncan, local woodworker and sculptor. An incredible sculptural and relief wood carving work, completed over many years, which demonstrates
2016 Lunar New Year Festival
By Grant Digital at January 29, 2016 | 1:14 pm | 0 Comment
The 2016 Lunar New Year Festival preparations are well underway as the Year of the Monkey approaches. There will be festivities all throughout February but the main event will be held on the Parliament House Lawns, Parliament Square, Salamanca Place in Hobart on Sunday 7 February 2016 from 10:00am – 4:00pm. Come and celebrate the Year of the Monkey. There will
Fly Fishing in the North East
By Grant Digital at December 4, 2015 | 12:44 pm | 0 Comment
You’ve probably seen fly fishing on TV. Either in a National Geographic documentary or in an American movie. But did you know that you can try your hand at this fine sport in Tasmania? Just 20 kilometres inland from Burnie, in North West Tasmania there lies the Natone Hills Fly Fishery. Well stocked with Rainbow Trout, the waters of the fishery are open year
Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery (QVMAG)
By Grant Digital at November 26, 2015 | 12:51 pm | 0 Comment
The Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery, or QVMAG for short, is a must-see attraction in Launceston. One of the largest museums and collections in Australia, filled to the brim with entrancing exhibits, enchanting displays and striking installations. See railway workshops, million-year-old dinosaurs, death masks, planes soaring high above and artefacts from
Tasmania is the gateway to Antarctica
By Grant Digital at November 19, 2015 | 11:09 am | 0 Comment
Hobart is the natural gateway to Antarctica and the Southern Ocean. It’s used as a launching point for Antarctic expeditions because of its southern location and it’s excellent port and airport facilities. Hobart is known for it’s world-class Antarctic expertise and experience. As such, there are some fantastic expeditions you can embark upon out of Tasmania,
The Three Capes Track
By Grant Digital at November 11, 2015 | 1:33 pm | 0 Comment
Experience a walking track at the very edge of the world. The stunning Three Capes Track showcases the magnificence and drama of nature. Climb atop towering cliffs, navigate raw shorelines and open your senses to the forces and beauty of the East Tasmanian coast. Explore 46 kilometres of tracks graded from easy to moderate that take you through some of the most
See the Devils at Cradle
By Grant Digital at November 5, 2015 | 11:02 am | 0 Comment
Meet Merry, the Tasmanian Devil. Pictures: Devils At Cradle Facebook page. Explore the Tasmanian Devil Sanctuary located near the entrance to the Cradle Mountain National Park. Featuring beautiful views of Cradle Mountain, this alpine conservation park will give you the closest ever encounter with a Tasmanian devil. Devils @ Cradle offers a number of
Tasmanian Craft Fair – 30th October 2015
By Grant Digital at October 26, 2015 | 4:16 pm | 0 Comment
The annual Tasmanian Craft Fair is Australia’s largest working craft fair. With over 30,000 visitors from interstate and overseas every year, the event showcases the best of artisan creations and crafts from Tasmania and around the world. It’s coming up on Friday the 30th of October and runs for four days. Held in the picturesque village of Deloraine, just a
Lake Barrington
By Grant Digital at October 20, 2015 | 10:14 am | 0 Comment
Lake Barrington, located just 40 kilometres south of Devonport in the Forth Valley is a man-made Hydro dam. That’s around a 45 minute drive from Devonport. It’s perhaps best known for its 2000 metre, eight-lane international standard rowing course that’s used for rowing, canoeing and water skiing competitions. Hugging the lake’s shore is a Barrington
Segway Tours in Hobart and Beyond
By Grant Digital at October 14, 2015 | 4:20 pm | 0 Comment
Segway Tours in Hobart and Beyond Segways. They’ll never really be cool. Let’s be honest, they don’t exactly fit the same category as, say, a motorbike. They don’t come with leather jackets and you don’t look a badass riding one, even with the trendiest of shades. They are, however, a marvel of modern technology and a fantastic way to explore Tasmania. In
Barnbougle Dunes, a golfer’s paradise
By Grant Digital at October 7, 2015 | 2:20 pm | 0 Comment
Tasmania’s rugged north east coast is home to two of Australia’s top 10 golf courses – The Dunes and Lost Farm. Barnbougle Golf Links has been crafted out of a beautiful and extraordinary landscape with wide, open fairways you will feel as if you are playing in Scotland or Ireland. Breathe in the fresh Tasmanian air and enjoy the stunning ocean views as both
The wild and wonderful West Coast
By Grant Digital at October 1, 2015 | 4:26 pm | 0 Comment
The West Coast of Tasmania is a wild and untamed wilderness scattered with civilisation in the form of beautiful rustic mining towns of which Queenstown is surely the crowning jewel. Inland, Zeehan, Tullah and Rosebery are all great base camps for launching expeditions. Filled with adventure experiences, the West Coast plays host to some of Tasmania’s best
The Tasmanian Medieval Festival this weekend!
By Grant Digital at September 24, 2015 | 4:51 pm | 0 Comment
Here ye! Here ye! It’s on again this year! The popular Tasmanian Medieval Festival (also known as the Wynyard Medieval Festival) is running again this weekend on Saturday the 26th and Sunday the 27th of September. You’ll find the festival ground at Lions Park, Reservoir Drive in Wynyard, just off the highway. Presented by the Sovereign Military Order of the
Explore Tassie’s rich marine past at the Maritime Museum
By Grant Digital at September 17, 2015 | 3:50 pm | 0 Comment
Picture sourced from Maritime Museum of Tasmania. Being an island state, the ocean is very significant to all Tasmanians. The Maritime Museum of Tasmania explores the influence of the sea on all those living on the island through research, interpretation and presentation. Inside the museum you will find displays on the watercraft used by Aborigines and early
Discover the beauty of Montezuma Falls
By Grant Digital at September 10, 2015 | 12:41 pm | 0 Comment
This beautiful walk through the rainforest leads you to the base of one of Tasmania’s highest waterfalls – Montezuma. It’s an easy walk so suitable for the whole family and takes you along the route of the historic North East Dundas Tramway – the line was officially closed on July 4, 1932. Breathe in the fresh, clean air while you’re surrounded
Adventure Tourism in Tasmania
By Grant Digital at August 27, 2015 | 1:09 pm | 0 Comment
Tasmania is known for its Adventure tourism and adrenalin-pumping adventures – that’s because this natural playground is filled from east to west coast with untamable wilderness and hundreds of opportunities for heart-pumping fun. Roaring streams gush past sheer cliffs that are perfect for rock climbing and abseiling, as tour groups hurtle down nature’s
Mole Creek Karst National Park
By Grant Digital at August 13, 2015 | 4:17 pm | 0 Comment
Mole Creek National Park in Central Tasmania is where you’ll find some of the finest and most visited cave systems in the State. Marakoopa and King Solomons Caves are fantastic places to delve into the fascinating world of underground landscapes. Both of these caves are open to the public and are widely renowned. But these aren’t the only two, there are
Old Hobart Town Model Village
By Grant Digital at August 6, 2015 | 1:12 pm | 0 Comment
Old Hobart town is a model village constructed with great passion by John and Andrew Quick, and stands as an authentic model village depicting a unique glimpse into the past. The tough life of Australia’s convict past. It’s set in the breathtaking luscious landscaped surroundings, this tiny historic town lies in Richmond, only a few minutes drive from
Discover the beauty of Stanley
By Grant Digital at July 29, 2015 | 12:27 pm | 0 Comment
A gorgeous little seaside town awaits in the region of Circular Head. Stanley is a popular tourist destination and home to the main fishing port for the North-West Coast of Tasmania. You can’t miss the town, featuring the distinctive landmark of the Nut, which you can walk up or take the chair lift to see the stunning views. Another highlight of the
Go Antiquing in Tassie
By Grant Digital at July 23, 2015 | 2:16 pm | 0 Comment
Tassie is a treasure trove of Australian antiques and antiquing Perhaps because of it’s relative isolation, perhaps because of it’s rich heritage. At the end of the day, Tassie is a great place for treasure hunters, and here’s our guide as to why. Hobart has a huge range of awesome antique shops. Buyers will delight in exploring the diverse and eclectic range
Tassie’s fantastic Breweries
By Grant Digital at July 16, 2015 | 12:45 pm | 0 Comment
Want to enjoy some awesome, locally brewed craft beer, crisp, fruity ciders and super fine spirits? Then head to one of the popular Breweries in Tassie. The major breweries, Boags in Launceston and Cascade in Hobart are a source of local pride and friendly rivalry. Pure mountain water and the finest local hops combine to create award winning lagers, ale, draught
