‘Tasmania’ Stories
Launceston’s film festival Breath of Fresh Air runs 23-27 November, against the stunning backdrop of the Tamar Valley in northern Tasmania. The new festival will feature world class cinema, a Digital SLR Short Film competition, the Fusion Film competition and the Big Ideas Series – all flavoured with Tasmania’s internationally acclaimed food and wine. Join [...]
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There’s a rich tapestry of crafts and gourmet delights on offer at Hobart’s famous Salamanca Market, which attracts thousands of locals and visitors every Saturday. Salamanca Place has long been occupied by lesbian and gay entrepreneurs – from cafe operators to jewellery makers to adventure outfitters. When the Salamanca Market – nearly 300 stalls strong [...]
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With sleek eateries around the nation taking up residence in disused garages, ‘Garage Food’ is fast becoming the new foodie trend of 2011. Transforming uninspiring spaces into buzzing food havens, Garagistes in Hobart, Leura Garage in the Blue Mountains and Hobba Coffee & Kitchen in Prahran are leading the way with their popular eateries. These [...]
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On November 5th, the streets of Hobart will be sidelined by gay community spectators, as LGBT businesses and groups march through the CBD. It is the first year that the modern TasPride Festival has had a parade, but in earlier days of political heat, Hobart activists organised gay pride parades in the mid-90s. It’s a [...]
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There are many itineraries to suit first-timers and repeat visitors to the Apple Isle, across the four corners of the state. Otherwise, travellers can create their own with the help of passionate tour guide and driver Vicki McBride. Vic started Tasmania i-Drive in 2010 after partnering with “Doris” – a comfortable, leather-seated, fridge-on-board touring 4WD. [...]
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TasPride volunteers produce TasPride Festival each November, host cultural events throughout the year – including the popular Queens Ball each June – provide the Gay Information Line, and publish Tasmania’s only GLBTIQ publication, the TasPride Bulletin. This year’s Pride Festival runs from 29 Oct. to 5 November, mainly in Hobart. Great touring experiences around the [...]
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Tasmania is lining up its stars to become the first state in Australia to legalise gay marriage. When the politicians agree “to endorse relationship equality for same sex couples,” the state’s key cities and rural destinations are hoping for a tourism jump and population boost. Long popular for gay couples holidays and family getaways, the [...]
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Kate’s Berry Farm & Handcrafted Chocolates – A Taste of Tasmania
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Swansea’s Piermont Retreat Wins Best Restaurant Award
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