LetsGoKids 2018 Tasmanian Edition

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You’ve run out of ideas, the weekend is coming up and you’ve got that birthday to plan. OMG! The holidays are next week and they’ll be home for a fortnight.

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At LetsGoKids we’ve done the hard yards, kicked the tyres, found the best spots to eat and play, where to shop, what to see and even where to stay! We’ll let you know what’s on and where, how much it is and try to help the budget with some special deals and vouchers! There are also puzzles, games, competitions and birthday party ideas to keep the kids entertained.

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Tamar Valley

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Flinders Island

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The Tiers & Cradle Country Devonport & Central Coast

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Advertiser’s Index General Southern Cross Austereo Bargain Car Rentals

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Hobart Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre Red Decker Tasmanian Museum & Art Gallery Heritage Horse Drawn Carriages Maritime Museum Hobart Aquatic Centre C3 Convention Centre

Richmond Old Hobart Town Richmond Gaol Zoodoo Wildlife Park

Shop Newtown Plaza Shoreline Plaza Glenorchy Central

Eat The Pancake Train Restaurant San Churro Chocolatiere

Play/Party Inflatable World BRICKS 4 KIDZ Hobart Eastside Activity Centre YMCA Hobart Intencity Zone 3 Hobart Kingston Pools Tasmanian Ice Skating Putt and Play Hockey Tasmania Ten Pin Bowling Australia

Huon Jet The Wooden Boat Centre Tahune Airwalk Ida Bay Railway

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8 Bruny Island 9 10 Captain Cook Caravan Park 11 Launceston 11 12,13 City of Launceston 14 Bridestowe Lavender Estate Brickendon Village Penny Royal Adventure Park Hogs Breath 16 YMCA of Launceston 17 Meadow Mews Plaza 17 Tramway Museum Airtime 360 Laserforce 15 Launceston Entertainment Complex 18 Hollybank Treetops Adventure 19

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Glengarry Bush Maze 49 20 Tasmania Zoo Back Cover, 49,50 50 21 Honey Tasmania Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre 51 Platypus House 51 3, 51 22 Seahorse World 52 22 Low Head Tourist Park 53 23 Low Head Pilot Station Aspect Tamar Valley Resort Inside Front Cover 23 25 Flinders Island 25 Flinders Island Council 54 27 Sharp Airlines 55 27 29 31 31

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The Tiers & Cradle Country Melita Honey Farm Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm Cradle Country Adventures Great Western Tiers Visitor Information Centre Trowunna Wildlife Park Devils@Cradle

Devonport & Central Coast

Don River Railway Splash Devonport Aquatic WaterFront Mini Golf Barclays Motor Inn Big Big House Devonport Pedal Buggies Tasmania

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Burnie & North West Burnie Council In the Zone

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East Coast Bicheno’s Glass Bottom Boat East Coast Nature World White Sands Estate

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West Coast Round Earth Company World Heritage Cruises Galley Museum Silver Hills Motel West Coast Heritage Centre West Coast Wilderness Railway

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Stay Hobart Airport Tourist Park St Ives Apartments The Old Woolstore Hotel Travelodge Hobart Airport Discovery Parks Hobart Woolmers Hotel Apartments

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Banks: Mon to Thurs: 9:30am – 4pm (Fri – 5pm) (some open until 5pm M-F and banks below are open Saturday) CBA: Glenorchy, 9:30am – 1pm ANZ: Rosny 9.30am - 3pm Bendigo: Huonville 9am - 12pm Credit Cards: Visa and Mastercard are accepted at most places, Amex & Diners Club in some places

The whole state of Tasmania is on the same time zone, Eastern Standard Time (EST). This is the same time zone as Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra and Brisbane!

Adelaide and Darwin are half an hour behind Tasmania.

Perth is two hours behind.

Public and School Holidays (18/19) 5 Oct 11 Oct 19 Oct 25 Oct 5 Nov

Burnie Show Launceston Show Flinders Island Show Hobart Show Recreation Day (Northern Tas) 30 Nov Devonport Show 25 Dec Christmas Day Holiday 26 Dec Boxing Day Holiday 1 Jan New Year’s Day 9 Jan Devonport Cup

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26 Jan Australia Day 11 Feb Royal Hobart Regatta 27 Feb Launceston Cup

(North East) 5 Mar King Island Show 11 Mar Eight Hours Day 19 Apr Good Friday 22 Apr Easter Monday 23 Apr Easter Tuesday 25 Apr Anzac Day 3 May Agfest 10 June Queens Birthday

Daylight Savings begins on 7th October 2018 in Tasmania, and will conclude on 7th April 2019.

Weather The Tasmanian weather varies according to location. The North West and North East are quite temperate with Summer temp (15-28) and winter (5-15).

The West Coast is cooler and wetter. The East Coast is warmer during summer and can have very cold nights during winter. Hobart’s summer temp range is 12-25 and in winter 3-12 on most days.

School Holidays in 2018/19 Winter Spring Summer Autumn

7 July - 22 July 29 Sept - 14 Oct 21 Dec - 5 Feb 2019 13 April - 28 April 2019

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Hobart 16-20 Davey Street (03) 6238 4222

Exeter 81 Main Road (03) 6394 4454

Oatlands 1 Mill Lane (03) 6254 1212

Strahan The Esplanade (03) 6472 6800

Launceston 68-72 Cameron St 1800 651 827

George Town 92-96 Main Road (03) 6382 1700

Penguin 78 Main Rd, Penguin (03) 6437 1421

Devonport 92 Formby Road (03) 6424 4466

Huonville 23/25 Main St (03) 6264 0326

Scottsdale 4 Alfred Street (03) 6352 6520

Swansea Corner Franklin & Noyes St (03) 6256 5072

Bicheno 41B Foster St (03) 6375 1500

Kettering 81 Ferry Road (03) 6267 4494

Sheffield 5 Pioneer Crescent (03) 6491 1179

Burnie 2 Bass Highway (03) 6430 5831

Latrobe 21 George St (03) 6426 2240

Stanley 45 Main Road (03) 6458 1330

Deloraine 98-100 Emu Bay Rd (03) 6362 5280

New Norfolk Circle Street (03) 6261 3700

St Helens 61 Cecilia Street (03) 6376 1744

Triabunna Cnr Esplanade & Charles St (03) 6256 4772 Ulverstone 13-15 Alexandra Rd (03) 6425 2839 Wynyard 8 Exhibition Link (03) 6443 8330

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The aquatic nature of Hobart means you will Hobart, Australia’s most southerly capital is find lots of small marinas crowded with yachts one of the most picture perfect cities in the and dinghys dotted all around the coves and world. With towering Mt Wellington standing little grassy parks or playgrounds that provide guard over the city, it has spectacular views, a picture-perfect picnic spot. a real nautical feel and the sandstone buildings provide an olde worlde appearance to this modern multicultural town.

Walk along Constitution Dock amongst the fishing boats on a spring day and you get the feel that you could be anywhere on the Mediterranean. The old warehouses were once factories that employed thousands making jam for IXL or packing apples to be shipped around the world. Now they house hotels and world The imposing figure of Mt.Wellington is always class restaurants. visable and is certainly worth exploring.

Drive up to the summit, 1270 metres above sea level. From the lookout you can take in sweeping views over Hobart, Bruny Island and the Tasman Peninsula. Wellington Park is threaded with tracks and trails for bushwalking, bike riding and horse riding. Hike to Silver Falls along the Pipeline Track (40 minutes return) or follow the Lenah Valley Track (45 minutes return) to Sphinx Rock.

Water dominates in Hobart with the majestic Derwent River separating the Eastern suburbs from the city and making them accessible via only the Tasman Bridge, the Bowen Bridge at Elwick or the bridge at the appropriately named, Bridgewater.

WORTH A LOOK! For a spectacular panoramic view of the Derwent River and Hobart City, visit the Rosny Point Lookout. The view stretches north to Lutana and south to Opossum Bay.

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Hobart’s cool climate makes it easy to unwind and relax without working up a sweat, its streets and laneways are picturesque and filled with little intricacies that give the city its character; and there are a variety of shopping options and mouthwatering cuisines incorporating the fresh local seafood that are simply waiting to be sampled.

Explore Salamanca Place, a short walk from the waterfront, with its galleries, theatres, craft shops and restaurants in 1830s Georgian warehouses and on Saturdays enjoy the food and entertainment of Salamanca Market, Australia’s best outdoor market.

Experience art like you never have before at MONA – Museum of Old and New Art – it is absolutely amazing. It is a great museum for all ages with many exhibits involving light and sound. There is so much variation in the exhibits.

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Instead of signs explaining the exhibits, an iPod is given to all visitors. The iPod detects where you are in the museum and shows a list of the art nearby which you can then select to read what you want to about the piece. The iPod also has some interviews with the artists.

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Looking for an escape these school holidays?

Then come to the Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre and relax while the kids get active enjoying our school holiday program.

We offer lots of free parking for Centre users, a gym with a view, cafĂŠ with meal deal options for children, plus fun inflatables.

Present this coupon to receive 25% off a family swim during the school holidays.

For use during the Tasmanian school holidays only. Weekdays only between 11.30am and 3.30pm, excludes public holidays. Terms and conditions apply.

For the latest information on activities visit our Facebook page ď‚š /the.hobart.aquatic.centre

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Let us show you how to spend a day or even a week “on the cheap” where you can see and do lots and spend nothing - (or maybe a little).

So what are you waiting for? Read on, round up a posse and get out there and do it!!

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1. Take the drive up to Mt. Wellington (25 mins). One of the world’s truly great views.

There is an indoor observatory. You may even see snow up there and build a snowman!

There are not many places that have such a tall mountain overlooking their CBD like this!

2. Take a guided tour, or self-guided walking tour of Battery Point - within walking distance of Hobart’s waterfront - with its many historic houses dating from the first European settlement of ‘Hobart Town’.

3. Join one of the many walking tours (costs a little) that tell the story of early Hobart Town. The Visitor Information Centre will give you the details.

4. The Teddy Bear Shop in Collins St truly does have every bear that ever there was.

For 37 years, it’s prided itself on sourcing rare, exclusive and artist-designed plush toys and the resulting collection is impressive. Remember: the visit is free but the bears are not!

6. Visit the old colonial house of Runnymede near Newtown. Show the kids what houses looked like before 60” flat screen TVs on the wall - Kids FREE.

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Our School Holiday Learn to Swim lessons are tailored to beginners, immediate and advanced students.

Enrol in our School Holiday Learn to Swim lessons and receive one lesson free. For more info please visit dkhac.com.au

7. Walk down through Salamanca Place to get a feel for the “Old Hobart” – Go on a Saturday morning and experience the “New Hobart” as the whole area comes to life with the world famous Market. It's an outdoor street market held every Saturday between 8.30am and 3pm. More than 300 stalls selling jewellery, ceramics, food and drinks set up shop along the waterfront. Watch boats bobbing on the water, hear some live music and let the kids run wild on the grass.

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5. Go shopping and explore the laneways and hidden secrets of Hobart’s CBD.

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Not much money? Times are tough?

Don't let that stop you from getting out there and experiencing what the great city of Hobart has to offer.

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8. Explore the Constitution Dock area.

Follow the trail of the interpretive plaques. Look for the statues. While you are down there you may see the bridge turn and let the fishing boats out into the river – now that’s precision!

9. Whilst in the middle of the CBD, pop across to the Tasmanian Museum (p.10), grab a coffee in the on-site cafe and make use of their free wifi to help you check your emails, do some research or book those tour tickets.

12. Anglesea Barracks just up the road in Davey St has an Army Museum with lots of artefacts.

13. Stroll the Botanic Gardens or take in one of their awesome family events. The gardens are home to the Gallopers Carousel, the oldest operating carousel in the world. There is also the Conservatory, a beautiful sandstone building festooned with flowers and natural light, with a tinkling water feature in the middle where picnickers can rest on benches.

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14. Book into Hobart Bush Adventures (costs a little) and experience environmental focused adventures and activities in the local bushland reserves.

15. Head to the famous Cascade Brewery in South Hobart. Set on the slopes of Mt Wellington, the beer is still brewed from water coming down from the mountain. (costs a little).

10. Whilst you’re there use the free entry to the museum to learn a little bit about Hobart, its history, its customs and its unique place in the world! Check out the animal exhibits, the dinosaurs and the Antarctic Exhibition. Grab a “discovery backpack” a free, in-gallery loan resource designed to help families explore specific areas of the museum in a fun, engaging and hands-on way.

17. Call in at Coal River Farm or Wicked Cheese for a spot of gourmet tasting of local produce. (Kids play areas too!)

18. Grab a free bike in Rosny from the Rosny Barn at Rosny Farm and explore Kangaroo Point and the old village of Bellerive.

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11. The Maritime Museum (p.11) (costs a little) across the road from the Tasmanian Museum tells of Hobart’s early seafaring history.

16. Go fishing at McGees Bridge, Midway Point.

It is a very popular bridge fishing location.

Flathead, squid, whiting and gummy sharks can all be caught, along with Australian salmon in the summer months.

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DID YOU KNOW Once a month on a weekend, TMAG hosts a Family Day that focuses on 3-8 year-old children with structured activities and tailored experiences particularly designed to foster a joyful and creative investigation of the collection and other relevant themes.

19. MONA in Glenorchy is a brand new contemporary museum where kids are FREE! Instead of signs explaining the exhibits, an iPod is given to all visitors. The iPod detects where you are in the museum and shows a list of the art nearby which you can then select to read what you want about the piece. The iPod also has some interviews with the artists.

20. Visit the fruit farm at Sorell and pick your own fresh produce. The kids will love it.

21. Call into the Margate Train (p.20) and have a delicious pancake or grab some lollies.

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22. Catch the car ferry to Bruny Island and go exploring – check out the penguin rookery for FREE or do a tour of the old lighthouse. Stop for a pizza at the Cheese Factory. Maybe even stay the night at Captain Cook Holiday Park which is set up well for families.

23. Take a short drive to the historic town of Richmond. Stroll the streets of the well preserved convict built town. It has Australia’s oldest bridge and very old church. Check out the jail. (p.17) 24. Take a charming and reasonably flat ride along the Huon River on a delightful and quiet road. Start from Cradoc Park, where there is plentiful parking, then turn right on to the Cygnet Coast Rd, which winds 27km along the waterfront almost all the way to Cygnet.

25. Head out on a drive to the Tasman Peninsula. Visit the natural features of The Blowhole and The Tessellated Pavement or drop into the quirky “Dootown” for a bit of a giggle.

26. Look at our Wots On section (p.77) to see what events or happenings are on for families this week!

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Step back in time and visit Richmond, a historic village nestled in the rolling hills of the Coal Valley wine region.

Just 25 minutes from Hobart it is one of Tasmania’s most popular destinations.

A leisurely stroll through Richmond will reveal a Georgian town lost in time.

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Old Hobart Town (see below), right in the heart of the village, has a scale representation of Hobart in the early days and offers a fascinating look into early life of the town.

Step into a cell at Australia’s oldest gaol (Richmond Gaol, 1825) and you might gain a sense of what the convicts endured.

DID YOU KNOW Convict Ikey Solomon was an inmate at the Richmond Gaol in 1832, before being moved to Port Arthur two years later.

It’s widely believed that Charles Dickens used Solomon’s story as inspiration for the immortal character of Fagin in Oliver Twist.

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Nestled in the heart of the Coal River Valley, Richmond was established as an important military staging post and convict station linking Hobart with Port Arthur.

The village is famous for its elegant architecture, with beautiful heritage buildings dating back as early as the 1820’s that's now housing galleries, tea shops, craft boutiques and museums.

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Step outside, and you’ll see their craftsmanship.

The Richmond Bridge, built by convicts in the 1820s is a landmark. Get up close to the intricate detail, or hire a row boat and run your hands over the sandstone bricks of the arches.

It is a great photo op with grassy banks for picnicking and a local duck population.

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WORTH A LOOK The oldest Catholic Church - still in use in Australia is the St John’s Catholic Church built in 1837. The gravestones tell many tales of early life in the colony.

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Modern climate controlled malls are spread right across the city, housing national chain stores and local speciality shops.

Small road based shopping strips abound and quaint villages spread through the suburbs blend the old and the new. Also don’t forget the quintessential Aussie shopping experience.

- “The Weekend Market!”

Hobart has some of the country’s best.

The CBD has Myer; many small arcades and street shopping in Murray, Liverpool and Bathurst Streets and in Elizabeth St Mall.

Parking is good and is also FREE for the first two hours in the multilevel carpark in Argyle St. One of the most popular malls in Hobart, containing many of the high-street names, national chain stores and a variety of shops.

This mall also has a large food court.

It is an outdoor mall.

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When it comes to retail therapy or shopping for necessity, Hobart is spoilt for choice.

The Cat and Fiddle Shopping Arcade, located nearby, has a variety of fashion boutiques, supermarkets, newsagents, specialty stores and much more. The Arcade is famous for its‚ "Cow Jumped Over The Moon"‚ clock, which becomes animated every hour on the hour.

The Elizabeth St/Main Rd strip shops have restaurants, takeaways and shops basically from the CBD, through Nth Hobart, onto Moonah and finishing at Northgate Mall in Glenorchy.

There are many kids clothing shops, computer stores, shoe shops and kids' toy stores along its length, as well as pubs and takeaways.

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Shop Northgate Mall has an impressive food hall with a number of different cuisines!

Down south, Kingston has the ever expanding Channel Court which is an outdoor and indoor precinct. There is ample parking and it features supermarkets, food outlets, specialty shops and a huge indoor play centre.

Rosny is home to Eastlands which is a large multi level mall with national chain stores and local shops. It has plenty of parking and is easily accessed from all areas of the city.

Sandy Bay is known for its fashionable boutiques and designer wear. You will be able to find a variety of shops, ranging from high-end fashion to quirky little shops.

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All over Hobart, the markets sell a variety of locally sourced food, arts, crafts and produce.

We think it is what gives Tassie its uniqueness!

Farm Gate Market - Fresh produce, coffee and baked goods.

Kingston Beach Handmade Market - Arts and crafts by the southern suburban seashore.

Hobart Twilight Market - Alternating between Lower Sandy Bay Beach and Macquarie Point, every second Friday night.

MONA Market - MONA’s summer market offering is a quirky, whiz-bang affair.

Street Eats @ Franko - Friday night foodie market in Franklin Sq in the city.

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Salamanca Market - Hobart’s most famous shopping experience is Salamanca Market! Held from 8am-3pm on Saturdays at Salamanca Place on the waterfront, hundreds of vendors sell hand crafted and homegrown arts, crafts and foods.

Thousands flock there each week no matter the weather, to sample local delicacies, browse the stalls and listen to local musicians.

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Eat Food, glorious food!!! Hobart has lots to offer families looking for a quick bite to eat or a sit down meal.

Many people love to eat out, but those with children know it can be hard to find a place with decent food for you, that the kids will also enjoy. It’s nice to know Tasmania has such a wealth of great places to eat that cater for everyone in the family.

The Waterfront At Constitution Dock the seafood is fresh and cheap. For lunch or dinner, the “fish punts” offer plenty of choice, or take a seat at Fish Frenzy or Mures Lower Deck, where kids are welcome.

DID YOU KNOW West Hobart has a delicious Italian Restaurant, Paesano Pizza & Pasta. They don’t have many tables, so make sure you book in advance.

They cook just like Nonna used to!

North Hobart Up in Elizabeth St North Hobart overlooking the city (a bit too far to walk), there are restaurants, cafes and bakeries aplenty, with cuisines from just about every country on the planet.

Sandy Bay Sandy Bay also features a large amount of eateries featuring cuisine from all corners of the globe.

Hobart CBD In Hobart itself, the Shamrock Hotel, has a laid back and friendly atmosphere, with a roaring open fire, and wholesome food at family friendly prices.

The Ocean Child in Argyle St fits a similar mould.

The Soho Hotel has kids eat free on Tuesdays and Thursdays, whilst Embers Restaurant at the

The Suburbs of Hobart The suburbs of Hobart have a range of Hotels that will keep the kids occupied whilst you enjoy your meal. The Carlyle Hotel in Moonah or the Granada Tavern in Derwent Park, The Foreshore Hotel in Lauderdale or The Shoreline Hotel Howrah are the answer. They all feature kid’s meals, entertainment and have great playgrounds.

The Kalis Group; Cooleys in Moonah, Kingston Hotel and Mornington Hotel all have more than your average menu at reasonable prices.

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Hobart has some great parks and gardens where the whole family can walk, run, swim, climb, ride or picnic, get up close and personal with animals or just sit still and watch the world go by.

If you are feeling super active, grab your bike and ride the Derwent, Clarence or Glenorchy bike trails (maps available from councils), play on one of the great beaches at Lauderdale, Clarence or Kingston, or run amok on a playground. The city is blessed with choices and here are a few of our favourites.

Glenorchy Montrose Community Foreshore on the Brooker Hwy, along the Derwent foreshore is great! Take your kite, kayak, sailboat or just watch it happen as you laze around in the sun on the grassy verges. The accessible playground, cycle path, exercise, kite flying area, electric BBQ’s and picnic shelters provide variety for a great day.

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Aberdeen Street A popular park which provides access for both the residents of the Glebe area and visitors to the Queens Domain. The playground is located on Aberdeen St and is close to the Domain Tennis Centre and TCA. The playground contains spring riders, a slide combination units and a see-saw. It has an electric BBQ which has a generous shelter.

Cascade Gardens - South Hobart In the shadow of the historic brewery, established gardens feature playground and barbecue facilities.

Caldew Park Known as the ‘Train Park’ on the corner of Hill and Warwick Sts in West Hobart. This park has swings, a unique train bridge, a play train and a tricycle track. It includes dedicated play areas for younger and older children.

The site has electric BBQ facilities as well as public toilets.

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Kangaroo Parklands - Bellerieve One of the state’s newest playgrounds, this entire waterfront area is undergoing a transformation with a new skate park also nearby. The playground features innovative water play machines including hand-operated pumps. There is also a picnic area, basketball hoop, urban table tennis table, exercise areas, and a net play area.

Mt Stuart Park There is a large slide and unique climbing wall available for use at Mount Stuart Park. The covered electric BBQ and seating is located adjacent to a small sports field which is ideal for open play. There is also a great little cubby house, bouncers and treadmill roller.

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Tolosa St A popular family park surrounding the lower Glenorchy Reservoir.There is a choice of playgrounds for different age groups as well as ball areas and large shelters with either electric or wood BBQs. Family & wheelchair access toilets are available near hut 6 and the shelters called Gumnut & Gumleaf have their own swings, slide and cubby house.

Dru Point Reserve The playground is fully fenced with child proof gates and has a BBQ hut with seating and several BBQs.There are lots of things to entertain the little ones - swings, a slide, a large boat, a train, sandpit, funny mirrors and a variety of interactive pieces of equipment.

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Tynwald Park - New Norfolk This would have to be one of the biggest playgrounds in the state. It is a huge, open leafy area by the river. It boasts a road track for bicycles with working traffic lights, so children can learn to ride in real conditions.

There’s also plenty of other play equipment.

This playground underwent a major redevelopment in 2009 and is now probably the best playground in southern Tasmania with a huge array of play experiences available including: bouncers, slides, various climbing structures, sand play areas, a water pump, swings, things that move and spin and so much more. There is easy access to much of the playground and a dedicated swing for the disabled off to one side. This site has electric BBQ facilities nearby as well as a large enclosed shelter with picnic facilities and toilets not too far away.

Long Beach Playground Also known locally as The Boat Park, this area provides a flat site and good quality playground facilities. Located at picturesque Lower Sandy Bay, the facilities overlook the beach and River Derwent.

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Mount Wellington/kunanyi The Mountain, as the locals call it, is an obvious place to go bushwalking.

While the top of the mountain is often windy and chilly, stick closer to Fern Tree and you will find a range of walks such as the Silver Falls Loop — plus there is a park with a playground and public toilets right near car parking.

From midway up at The Springs, you can find walks such as the Octopus Tree Walk, or a bit further up, the Organ Pipes Track.

Knocklofty Reserve At the top of West Hobart and Mount Stuart is the Knocklofty Reserve.

This bushland connects to Wellington Park and there heaps of walking trails of various lengths and difficulty, with the Summit Loop a good 4-kilometre walk from the car park at the top of Forest Road. Many of the tracks are accessible for prams.

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Pelverata Falls is a slightly harder walk than Snug Falls and takes about two hours.

Closer to Hobart is New Town Falls, reached at the end of Lenah Valley Road with access via the Lenah Valley Fire Trail.

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Mt Field, the state’s oldest national park, has a timeless appeal. Just about everyone loves a waterfall, and the beautiful Russell Falls is only a 10 minute stroll from the Visitor Centre on a level track that’s suitable for strollers.

Eastern shore walks Over the Tasman Bridge there are plenty of walks that are good for families.

Risdon Brook Dam has a walking track around the dam, while for the more adventurous you can walk up the 7km of Mount Direction and take in some wonderful views.

The Shag Bay Heritage Walk at Geilston Bay along the Derwent River is also good for families, and most of it is dog-friendly (on a lead).

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Waterfalls Waterfalls make for a great attraction when walking and can be a good way to get the kids motivated.

Snug Falls takes about one hour to walk to and it is about a half-hour drive south of Hobart.

Not far from Snug Falls is Pelverata Falls in the Snug Tiers Nature Reserve.

The road up to Lake Dobson takes the visitor through a forest of incredibly tall swamp gums.

Walking through the tall pandanis that ring the lake is like entering a prehistoric world.

You will find everything from alpine lakes and vegetation to rainforests, thundering waterfalls, swamp gum forests and tall mountains.

In Mt Field, wildlife is as diverse as flora.

If you’re lucky, you’ll spot a wombat, Tasmanian devil, echidna or even a platypus, as well as a whole range of bird species. .

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Rockit Climbing - 6234 1090 Crocs Playland - 6272 3388 10 Pin Bowling in Moonah - 6272 9810 Eastside Activity Centre - 6247 7399 YMCA Glenorchy (voucher p.23) - 6272 8077 Inflatable World (p.22) - 6244 6888 Parklife Play Centre - 6227 2020 Bricks 4 Kidz (p.22) - 0408 454 851 Roller Skating in Glenorchy - 6273 7700

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The Huon area of Tasmania is one of the state's most pristine. Virtually untouched by development but only 25 minutes from Hobart, it features natural beauty, coastline, mountains, adventure and solitude.

Huonville Huonville sits on the banks of the tranquil Huon River, surrounded by the colours of orchards, and the peaks of the World Heritage Area. It is an ideal base for its produce, with road side stalls selling many of the in season fruits such as apples, pears and berries, for a fraction of the cost of supermarkets. There is even an apple museum!

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Cygnet Each township in the area has a unique indentity Cygnet is the artistic centre of the Huon and history, something special to offer visitors to Valley and is home to many skilled artisans and craft people. The township comes to life the area. every January, as the popular Cygnet Folk Festival draws artists, performers, musicians and DID YOU KNOW vendors of fine food.

The Huon is both a major horticultural area, Franklin particularly famous for growing apples (83% Franklin is the next stop on the trail and is of Tasmanian apples originate in the Valley), home to the Wooden Boat Centre and has but also producing cherries, berries and stone several operators that offer tours exploring the fruit It is also a major source of seafood. nearby waterways.

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Port Huon The stretch between Franklin and Port Huon is one of the best you’ll find in Tasmania. If the weather is calm, the reflections in the Huon River are unsurpassed.

Port Huon was once a busy trading port and the destination for international apple boats that transported and exported the region’s famous apples to the world. The original port remains and is a quaint reminder of the glory days of apple growing.

Today, Port Huon is a departure point for boat cruises up the Huon River and is the site of some of Tasmania’s successful Atlantic salmon farms. It’s also a great place to stop and take in the views.

Geeveston Geeveston is the gateway to the Great Southern Forests and home to popular attraction, the Tahune Airwalk Take a self guided walking tour of the towns rich heritage with the Geeveston Circuit and Platypus Walk.

Starting in the heart of town, the trail meanders through Heritage Park. Follow the signs and learn more about this beautiful and resourceful town.

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Tahune Airwalk is located at the Forest and Heritage Centre near Geeveston, and is one of Tassie’s great experiences. The Airwalk takes you through the treetops of a eucalyptus forest at a 3 storey height above the forest floor, allowing you a birds-eye view of the tree species and forest life.

Nearby, the Hastings Caves State Reserve is a complex of caves and hot springs located about 90 minutes south of Hobart. There are 45 minute tours through the caves, although the highlight for kids can be the pool fed by the thermal streams. It is a steamy 28 degrees.

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Close to here you will find Ida Bay Railway (inside back cover) that travels along the banks of Ida Bay. It terminates at Deep Hole and Elliott’s Beach where there is a shelter with BBQ facilities, picnic tables and toilets.

Enjoy some time at the beach with family or friends and catch a later train back to the station.

Farther on is Cockle Creek, the farthest south that one can drive in Australia, with its beautiful bay of sapphire-blue water fringed with pure white sand.

Tahune AirWalk is a steel structure which is 620 metres long reaching up to 45 metre above the forest floor. The highlight is an extension over the Huon River (pictured above). It is a bit scary walking this last bit as it moves!

You can also fly like an eagle in a hang glider attached to a 220 metre cable above a 70 metre high forest and the Huon River below.

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WORTH A LOOK! Huon Valley Mid Winter Fest - If you haven’t sung to an apple tree whilst banging pots and pans by firelight lately, head to the Huon Valley to celebrate the regions apple picking history and join in the ages-old tradition of wassailing – basically scaring nasties out of the orchard’s cider trees to ensure a bumper autumn crop.

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Even though it is only 30 minutes drive southeast of Hobart, the fact that Bruny Island can only be reached by car ferry makes it less frequently visited than a lot of other parts of Tasmania.

It is made up of a North and South Island which are separated by a narrow isthmus called “The Neck”. Access to the island is by vehicular ferry departing from Kettering.The trip takes 15 minutes. It is deceptively large - being about 100 kilometres in length.

“The Neck” has a timber stepped boardwalk that gives you some of the most spectacular 360° panoramic views of the Bruny Island coastline.

There is also a penguin rookery located here.

They return to their burrows in the sand dunes at dusk.The Reserve has an interpretation board.

Bruny’s coastal scenery is magical.There are countless swimming and surf beaches, plus good sea and freshwater fishing. South Bruny offers the steep, forested South Bruny National Park, which has some excellent walking tracks, especially around Labillardiere Peninsula and Fluted Cape.

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You can join an eco-cruise exploring the stunning coastline of the island.

Visit the Cape Bruny Lighthouse, first lit in 1838.

Today it’s Australia’s second oldest and longest continually staffed lighthouse.

South Bruny has two general stores – at Adventure Bay and Alonnah – Adventure Bay has petrol and an ATM. There are no stores on North Bruny.

Alonnah is one of the main townships of Bruny Island. It is approximately 35 minutes drive from the ferry and is home to Hotel Bruny Australia’s southern-most pub.

There are plenty of places to stay with accommodation ranging from friendly campsites to luxury beachfront retreats. Our favourite is Captain Cook Holiday Park (See below).

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Visit Launceston in any season, and you'll find a City alive with colour, atmosphere and world-class attractions.

A wide range of fun activities await � a perfect holiday destination for the whole family.

Ideally situated at the convergence of the North and South Esk Rivers as they flow into the Tamar, Launceston is cradled by rolling hills in Tasmania’s lush Tamar Valley.

One of Australia’s oldest cities, Launceston has one of the best-preserved early cityscapes in Australia with its elegant Colonial and Victorian architecture and century-old parks. Locals liken their city to a large country town - easy to get around and friendly.

A short stroll from the City, the wrought-iron arches of historic Kings Bridge span the South Esk River as it spills into the Tamar. Just across the way is an accessible pathway through the majestic Cataract Gorge.

DID YOU KNOW The locals call their hometown Launie or Lonnie - but they can’t agree on how to spell the nickname!

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Launceston has a relaxed feel and is compact in size with nothing too far away.

This makes it an ideal city to explore by foot or on a bike. Centrally located on the island, it is the perfect city to base yourself in while you explore the beautiful state of Tasmania.

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Launceston The spectacular Cataract Gorge cuts right into the city, with accessible walking tracks and Victorian gardens making this a must visit.

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Venture out onto the recently-opened cantilevered viewing platform, which projects 10.5 metres out above the river. The Cataract Gorge is a great place to take the family.

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DID YOU KNOW Launceston’s Cataract Gorge chairlift is the longest single-span chairlift in the world and the ride lasts for an impressively long time!

Launceston is home to over 200 parks and reserves, and the centrepiece is the majestic City Park. Children will enjoy meeting the Japanese Macaque monkeys and resident ducks while you lounge beneath rich green canopies. For a closer encounter of the animal kind, visit Tasmania Zoo, on the outskirts of the City. Get up close and personal with over 100 rare, exotic and native species, or step back in time to the Jurassic era, coming face to face with over 40 life-size dinosaurs – including the mighty Tyrannosaurus Rex!

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You can take a ride on the Southern Hemisphere’s longest single-pan chairlift, marvel at the Peacocks showing off their colours in the Cliff Grounds, take a dip in the swimming pool, hangout in the playground or have a picnic on the lawns of the Fairy Dell.

Cycle Trails If you are looking for some exercise whilst in Lonnie, the city has developed over 35km of sealed cycleways right throughout the suburbs. This allows bicyclists to safely navigate their way around the city with little or no interaction with other vehicles.

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Across two sites, the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery (QVMAG) encourages learners of all ages to explore art, science and social history. Find ten galleries, the Guan Di Temple and ArtSparks! Family Art Space at the Royal Park site. At Inveresk, unearth our state’s history at the Tasmanian Connections exhibition, while the kids get excited and interacting with science at the Phenomena Factory.

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The Phenomena Factory is a free-entry interactive science centre providing hands-on education for kids of all ages.You can challenge yourself in the Perception Tunnel or test your reactions while you touch, switch, pull and crank your way around the Phenomena Factory, actively learning about science along the way.

Launceston has a relaxed feel and is compact in size with no activity or location too far away. This makes it an ideal city to explore by foot or bike, or visitors can choose to take advantage of The ‘City Explorer’ and ‘River Explorer’ FREE Tiger buses that provide families, shoppers and visitors with easy transport around the City Centre and to key attractions around town. It operates from Monday to Friday and also on weekends during December.

Grab a copy of the current timetable from the council.

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- Launceston The National Automobile Museum of Tasmania comes alive with four sensational theme displays each year as well as constantly changing exhibits in the main hall and a mezzanine floor packed with motorcycles.

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Launceston has an awesome aquatic centre.

Heated indoor pools, BBQ area, waterslide and diving pool, it’s got everything. There’s a little kids', shallow area, plus a deeper pool for bigger kids and a 50m lap pool for the serious swimmer.

Mum and Dad can relax at the very cool cafe.

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In general, the kids are so well catered for in Lonnie, with a state of the art indoor aquatic centre, amazing play centres like Adventure Planet (p.46) and Kids Paradise to mini golf at Aspect Tamar Valley Resort (Inside Front Cover). They will love the trampoline based play centre Airtime 360 (p.46) at Launceston Entertainment Complex.

WORTH A LOOK! Penny Royal Adventures is a great day out for those who like some mild discovery to those who prefer things a little more daring.

Enjoy the Dark Ride, gold fossicking, or a trip on the Sandpiper, or grab an Adventure Pass for Cliff activities for those who like to stay closer to the ground.

There is indoor laser tag at Zone 3 and Laserforce (p.46), or farm visits at nearby Brickendon (p.39). So whatever the weather, you’ll always find something to keep the smaller members of the family occupied indoor and out.

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A short drive out of Launceston are two reminders of what life was like in the early days of Tasmania. Brickendon Village (p.39) and Woolmers Estate are just outside Longford and offer families open space, beautiful surroundings and a glimpse of our colonial past.

Whilst on the road, why not check out some local market culture - Pony rides, face painting, jumping castles and hot-dogs at Evandale Markets. There is plenty to keep both adults and children occupied.. Sunday Markets alll year round.

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- Learning about the city’s past on an Historic Walk - Enjoying fish & chips, ice cream, coffee or smoothie at Seaport Marina - Going for a walk and chairlift ride through the Cataract Gorge - Visiting Penny Royal (p.40) - Splashing about all day at the exciting Launceston Aquatic Centre - Supporting the Tassie Hawks at Aurora Stadium, the Tasmanian home of AFL - Reaching new heights at Airtime 360 (p.46) - Experiencing the QVMAG’s Art Gallery at Royal Park and Museum at Inveresk.

- Soaring through the treetops on a flying fox at Hollybank Adventures (see below) - Hunting one another down at Zone 3 LaserTag -Taking a trip out to Brickendon (p.39) to experience farm life from days gone by - Going for a ride on one of the many dedicated bike paths around town.

- Checking out the impressive old & new vehicles at the National Automobile Museum - Taking a cruise along the Tamar River.

- Checking out monkeys and running & playing all day in City Park.

- Visiting Aspect Tamar Valley Resort and having a game of mini golf.

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A 20 minute drive outside of Launceston you will find Hollybank Reserve. It has 20km of dedicated mountain bike trails, plus a skills area featuring Australia’s biggest pump track and a jump track. It offers a 4.5km easy trail, a 3.6km intermediate trail and a 10km extreme descent track, the Juggernaut.

Forest Reserve is Hollybank Treetop Adventures - a unique and exhilirating multi-stage zip-line ride in the tree canopy.

Trees Adventure offers challenging obstacle courses high up in the tree canopy that will have all the family swinging, leaping, climbing and flying through the forest - allowing thrill seekers and nature enthusiasts to experience the trees like never before.

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A short drive north of Launceston, The Tamar Valley is actually on both sides of the river and is referred to as East and West Tamar. West Tamar has the towns of Exeter, Beaconsfield and Beauty Point which all have much to offer families.

The West Tamar really is one big playground.

Starting in Riverside you have the pool centre with waterslide, kids pools and Olympic sized main pool, Tailrace Park with a kid friendly maze, BBQ, playground and loads of space to run around.

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Don’t miss Kids Paradise at the Tailrace centre.

Not far away are the Tamar Island Wetlands with a great short walk - you’ll see many birds, frogs and spy on the ducks, swans and other water birds from the hideout.

Take time to visit the Tassie Devils, meerkats and Dinosaurs at Tasmania Zoo (p.49) and enjoy their huge undercover cafe.

A visit to the Tamar Valley wouldn’t be complete without popping into Grindelwald and taking in the delights of the Swiss styled village (inside front cover). Shops, bakery, mini golf, restaurants, hotel, jumping pillow, lake with paddle boats and even a golf course!

It has lots to amuse and entertain anyone.

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The Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Centre is a place where you can lose yourself in history, play with treasures from the past and embark on an historical journey. You’ll be entertained by the interactive displays and live a different story around every corner with buttons to push, levers to pull, tunnels to crawl through and animals to search for.

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WORTH A LOOK! The Mine Rescue exhibition at the Beaconsfield Mine site, tells the incredible story of the rescue of miners Todd Russell and Brant Webb.

The exhibition recognises the rescuers and the innovation that took place in the effort to retrieve Todd Russell and Brant Webb from the 925 metre level depth of the mine. For kids there’s an animal hunt, gold panning, loads of interactive machines and cool stuff to operate and climb on. A multisensory simulation of the rock fall allows visitors to experience the conditions of the underground tomb where the miners waited for two weeks to be rescued.

From here you can look across the river and see the East Tamar Valley towns of Bell Bay and Georgetown. No need to drive all the way back to Lonnie though, as you can cross the river via the imposing Batman Bridge, an engineering feat that towers above the Tamar River.

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Nearby is the Glengarry Maze (p.49) where you can “lose yourself ” for a while, before “discovering” more of what the diverse area has to offer.

Continue down the road to Beauty Point, where the name says it all. The Australian Maritime College is located here but is also where platypus and echidnas await you at Platypus House and right next door seahorses at Seahorse World.

They are located on the old wharf in an amazing setting (p.51).

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Tamar Valley At the end of the Tamar Valley as the river empties to the sea, sits George Town. The town sits on the banks of the Tamar River and has a rich maritime history.

At nearby Low Head, at the mouth of the Tamar, you’ll find one of the best-preserved examples of an early pilot station, built by convicts in 1805 to guide ships into the river. The pilot station, like the Pilot Station lighthouse, is still in operation today.

Classified as an historic town, the Pilot Station Maritime Museum boasts an impressive collection of maritime memorabilia including early diving equipment and items from the countless shipwrecks off this coast.

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Also at Low Head is the Low Head Coastal Reserve, a popular spot to watch the world’s smallest penguins waddle in from the sea each night, while to the east are the vineyards of Pipers River and the Bridestowe Lavender Farm.

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Top 10 things to see and do in The Tamar Valley 1. Take a cruise down the Tamar River, under the Batman Bridge.

2. Make a splash at the Olympic-sized Riverside Pool and waterslide.

3. Stay the night at Aspect Tamar Valley Grindelwald (see inside front cover).

4. Spend the day at Narawntapu National Park to see amazing animals, sand dunes, safe swimming beaches and a great clifftop lookout.

5. Check out Seahorse World (voucher p.51) and find out all about the area’s sealife at the Aquarium.

6. Visit a few friends at Platypus House (voucher p.51) and find out all there is to know about Echidnas and Platypuses.

7. Kid fun galore with play areas at Tailrace Park, Gravelly Beach and Greens Beach.

8. Explore the Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Centre (voucher p.51), have fun with the hands-on interactive displays and learn all about the history.

9. Take a trip to the Tamar Island Wetlands and stroll along their boardwalk, see animals such as frogs, birds, reptiles.

10. Get lost at Glengarry Bush Maze (p.49).

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- Flinders Island

The Flinders municipality is an archipelago of 52 very small remote islands that stretch from mainland Tasmania through to Wilsons Promontory in Victoria.

Flinders Island is the largest of the islands located in the Furneaux Group and the region has around 900 permanent residents.

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Flinders is a long, narrow island, 75 km long and 40 km wide, with the Darling Ranges running along the middle of the island. Flinders Island is just a 30-minute flight from Launceston.

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Flinders Island has a thriving rural community that produces sheep and wool, cattle, milk-fed lambs, crayfish, abalone, wine and wallaby and a number of niche products including organic garlic, wasabi, coffee and honey to name a few.

Other main business activities include rural support industries and a growing tourism industry .

Flinders Council provides a wide range initiatives including community and economic development, tourism and promoting the health and general wellbeing of the Furneaux Region community and its environment.

Get swept away in ‘Island Time’ where visitors get to relax and be a part of our laid back atmosphere.

Explore our beautiful beaches, walks, go fishing or join in of some of our local community events including Furneaux Islands Festival, Emita Sports, Music in the Vines, Quick Shear and the Crayfish Festival.

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There is plenty to do and see on Flinders Island! Come and check out our beautiful Island where visitors get to enjoy the simplicity of our natural environment and its surrounds.

Enjoy the views and be blown away by the incredible rock formations, lichen covered rocks and crystal blue water, it’s a natural paradise!

HANDY HINT! When driving on Flinders Island it is customary to wave at passers-by, a unique way of life that you are invited into when you visit the Island. The Flinders Wave s just one of the local friendly gestures!

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Leave the coast? But what is there to do?

Heaps, plenty, a whole lot! There is so much to do it may take you two or three days to explore this beautiful area.

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The Great Western Tiers covers the area to the west of Launceston and the east of Cradle Mountain.

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However, the Tiers and the Hills are best known for their wholesome and tasty foods.

Honey, ice cream, fudge, cherries, raspberries, chocolates and cheese are grown, produced and manufactured right here in some of the most fertile land one earth.

Deloraine, at the foot of the Great Western Tiers mountain range, is an historic town classified by the National Trust, and you’ll soon see why with its streetscape lined with beautiful Georgian and Victorian buildings.

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The Great Western Tiers themselves are a dramatic feature dominating the landscape, comprising the northern escarpment of Tasmania’s central plateau.

The whole area is breathtaking in its beauty and is packed with things to see and do, from interacting with the iconic Tassie Devil to getting lost in a monster maze.

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The Tiers & Cradle Country The town is well known for its Tasmanian crafts, artwork and quality designs in fabric, glass, stoneware and jewellery, all available at local galleries.

Close by to Deloraine, drop into the 41 Degrees South Salmon and Ginseng Farm at Redhills. Take a self-guided walk around the grounds and feed the fish, plus there’s a cafÊ and tasting area.

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Chudleigh is home to Melita Honey Farm.

Here you will find honey, honey bee products like propolis and royal jelly, and a large selection of lovely gift items and books, as well displays including a showcase of old beekeeping implements, an interactive beehive and a live bee exhibition hive.

Make sure you try the honey ice-cream!

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DID YOU KNOW? The population of Deloraine explodes to around 30,000 in November each year when Australia's biggest working craft fair comes to town. With more than 200 exhibitors, four days is hardly enough time to take it all in!

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Nearby are the Mole Creek Caves, which have tours daily and family tickets are available.

They feature an excellent glow worm cave!

Mole Creek is a small town next door to some of Tasmania’s most beautiful wilderness and has some of the best caves in Australia. With more than 300 caves and sinkholes, many featuring streams and springs, this unique geological area is Tasmania’s only underground national park, the Mole Creek Kast National Park.

Trowunna Wildlife Park (see below) is a highlight in this part of the world. View devils, wombats, kangaroos/wallabies in natural bush settings with outstanding views and easy viewing enclosures.

The local wallabies are so friendly they’ll walk right up for a pat and a chat. Kids will love it!

Back on the highway, Elizabeth Town features the best of fresh local produce.

Ashgrove Cheese is around the corner and has free cheese tasting.

Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm (P.57) has everything you could ask for with meals, ice cream and raspberry products.

WORTH A LOOK! Liffey Falls, near Westbury, a series of picturesque waterfalls in a beautiful rainforest setting with easy walking tracks and good picnic facilities.

Trowunna Wildlife Sanctuary * Daily Interactive Wildlife Tours & Devil Feed— 11am, 1pm & 3pm At the Heart of Tasmanian Wildlife Conservation Since 1979

a 1892 Mole Creek Road Mole Creek Tasmania 7304 t + 61 3 6363 6162 e info@trowunna.com.au w www.trowunna.com.au

* Tasmania’s largest & longest running Devil Conservation Breeding Program * Native Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation Sanctuary A wildlife experience like no other….

Open 7 days 9am—5pm (Closed Christmas Day)

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Just out of Sheffield, is Tasmazia, complete with 3 mazes, a kids area and the Village of Lower Crackpot. Eat, drink and get lost in a maze!

Right up the very top of the Tiers is the imposing Cradle Mountain. Beautiful mountain scenery, lakes, walking tracks and wildlife.

Devils @ Cradle is right beside the entrance to the Park and features day and night tours where the kids will love getting up close and personal with the iconic creature.

The night feeding tours are awesome!

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The World Heritage Area and the beautiful Dove Lake are easily accessed at the northern end of the Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park.

The Park is part of the 1.4 million hectare Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area.

It has a magnificent alpine landscape with many peaks, glacial lakes and deep gorges with ancient forests. It’s Tasmania’s most visited park.

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As the port for Spirit of Tasmania I and II, Devonport is often described as a gateway to Tasmania’s northwest. The roads out of this major coastal city lead to the volcanic farmlands of the Mersey Valley, the beaches of Port Sorrell (and the Narawntapu National Park beyond), not to mention Cradle Mountain and the cave systems of the Mole Creek Karst National Park.

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Devonport is located on the banks of the Mersey River, in the heart of Tasmania's North Coast.

Only one hours drive from Launceston and Cradle Mountain, it makes it the perfect playground to access everything the area has to offer.

Devonport has affordalble family friendly activities to discover all year round, great walking tracks along the coast, all connecting to the great playground areas near Bluff Beach where you can picnic, BBQ or swim and the kids can enjoy the skate park.

Discover why Bass Strait is so infamous by visiting The Bass Strait Maritime Museum.

You can learn about the shipwrecks, natural history and trade that make up Tasmania’s history. You can even take the helm and captain a 1910 steamer into the Mersey River or guide her through the heads of Port Phillip Bay.

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After a history lesson, the kids might be looking for something with a bit more action.

Devonport has a newly refurbished aquatic centre, (p.61) mini golf, a cinema complex plus ten pin bowling.

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A trip to Devonport with (or without) kids would not be complete without visiting the Don River Railway (p.61).

This place has the largest collection of working diesel and loco trains in Tasmania.

Take a 30 minute tour on a vintage train, where the experience has recreated the essence of an authentic working passenger

railway from yesteryear. and windy but this does not mean you will wondering what you can do.

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Ulverstone One of Tasmania’s largest towns, it is situated on the banks of the Leven River. A family trip to Ulverstone is incomplete without a visit to the giant waterslide or Pedal Buggies (see below). Take a leisurely cruise up the Leven River or step back in time and relive a bygone era at the Ulverstone History Museum.

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Penguin The charming seaside town of Penguin was named after the occupants of the penguin rookeries in the area. A 3m giant statue of a fairy penguin sits on the esplanade, while the real things return to local rookeries at dusk.

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Devonport’s weather can be a bit wild and windy but this does not mean you will be wondering what you can do.

Visit The Big Big House (see below) and go on a rampage with a game of indoor Laser Skirmish, try Overhang indoor rock climbing or Jungle Gyms play centre.

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PAPER MAKING TOURS

Makers’ Workshop 2 Bass Hwy, Parklands, Burnie T: 03 6430 5831 www.creativepapertas.com.au Tour costs: Adult $15, Child $8, Family (2+2) $40

Have a go at making paper by hand from roo poo, wombat poo, apple pulp or rainforest leaves with the support of experienced and informative guides. This fun hands on tour has multiple departures daily and is suitable for children and adults.

FREE PENGUIN TOURS Little Penguin Observation Centre T: 03 6430 5831 www.discoverburnie.net

Around dusk from October to March, Little Penguins noisily waddle ashore at Burnie to nest in their burrows, and every evening during the season, Friends of Burnie Penguins offer free interpretative tours for visitors.

Go to the Little Penguin Observation Centre about one hour after dusk.

BURNIE REGIONAL MUSEUM Little Alexander Street, Burnie T: 03 6430 5746 www.burnieregionalmuseum.net Costs: Adults - $8.50, Concession - $5.50, Children - FREE, Burnie Residents - FREE

Pretend that you are living in Burnie more than 100 years ago. Are you a Blacksmith, a Saddler, a Bootmaker? How do you do the cooking and washing? What do you do for fun? Imagine all this and more in our Federation Street.

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Nestled on the shore of Emu Bay, Burnie enjoys a cool temperature climate with great beaches and is the main town for the area, servicing the West Coast, Cradle Mountain, Stanley, Smithton and the north west wilderness areas.

Take a beachside and downtown stroll and find a vibrant mix of shops and eateries serving up fresh coffee, seafood and local produce. Burnie has an art deco flavour, with fine architectural examples that you can explore on foot.

The best place to see local craft and artisans at work is at the Makers Workshop, part contemporary museum, part arts centre, gallery and craft workshop - where you can also meet the makers.

You’ll find paper making, cheese tasting, ceramics, textiles, glass, print makers, painters, sculptors and lots more. Have a chat about what they’re making or see their objects for sale in the gift shop.

The Burnie Regional Museum is located in Little Alexander Street near the Burnie Regional Art Gallery. The highlight of any visit is Federation St which is an authentic recreation of shops which would have been commonplace on the north west coast of Tasmania around 1900. The street includes a saddler and boot maker, a blacksmith, a printer, a photographer and even a dentist’s surgery with a range of old equipment including a foot operated drill.

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Burnie is also host to two of the largest family friendly events in Tasmania. Join thousands of families celebrating New Year’s Eve on Burnie’s Waterfront and Kids in the Park on Easter Sunday at Burnie Park.

Burnie is the jumping off point for the West Coast or the beautiful untouched beauty of the pristine North West or the picture perfect seafood producing township of Stanley and its world famous “Nut”.

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Launceston

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St Helens is the base from where you can explore stunning Binalong Bay and The Bay of Fires. You can do the one hour return walk to the Point, where you can go sandboarding on the spectacular Peron Dunes.

Family fishing is also popular in the sheltered estuaries, bays and rivers, and boats are available for hire.

What’s that you say? I just want a classic, Australian summer holiday? Look no further than the quintessential seaside holiday town of Bicheno. Think mild east coast climate, perfect beaches, swimming in clear seas and relaxing on warm beaches.

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Tasmania's East Coast, with its natural beauty, spectacular landscapes and long beautiful beaches, offers a completely different Australian coastal experience. Here you'll discover the beaches of the beautiful Bay of Fires, historic townships, fresh seafood and friendly locals - all on one of the best scenic coastal drives in the country.

The beaches are stunning, the mountains nearby are rugged and the lifestyle is laid back and easy going!

The two largest towns on the East Coast are Bicheno and St Helens - both busy fishing ports, so expect some of the freshest seafood around. There’s also some of the best game fishing in Australia.

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Join a penguin tour and see delightful fairy penguins parading around their beach-side burrows of an evening as up to 600 Little Penguins emerge from the water, en route to their beachside rookery.

Visit East Coast Natureworld, 8 km north of Bicheno - a great place to see Tasmanian devils, wombats, snakes and birdlife, many in a natural environment.

The kids will love hand feeding the animals.

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You can sea kayak or snorkel at the marine park at Governor’s Island or explore the Gulch and the Blowhole or take a ride in a glass-bottomed boat for a close up view of protected marine life.

There’s a reason why Bicheno is one of the east coast’s most popular holiday destinations - a mild climate, sparkling ocean beaches, beautiful coastal scenery, fresh seafood and a huge choice of great places to stay, from beachside camping to five star luxury. From here its a short drive around to the spectacular Coles Bay and the world famous Wineglass Bay.

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The pretty town of Coles Bay is a great base to explore Freycinet National Park with its spectacular coastal scenery that includes famous Wineglass Bay, rated as one of the ten best beaches in the world.

The 10,000 ha park is home to Tasmanian pademelons, white-breasted sea eagles, red-necked wallabies - and in season offers spectacular displays of a wide variety of native orchids.

Before Swansea, look out for the convict-built Spikey Bridge (1841), known for its unusual construction.

Reached by ferry from Triabunna, Maria Island National Park is known for its rich indigenous and colonial history. These days the main residents are birds, kangaroos and the underwater inhabitants of the 1500-hectare marine park. Humans stay in the settlement of Darlington, a good base for snorkelling or day walking to the Painted and Fossil Cliffs.

There are no cars here, so discovering Maria’s stunning beaches, forests, grassy plains, wildlife and historic sites happens on foot or from the seat of a bicycle. Maria’s coast can also be explored from a boat or kayak, or by snorkeling or diving within the stunning marine sanctuary.

With so much to see and do, the East Coast really is a great place for a family holiday whatever the season.

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Take a sea kayak tour or cruise the Peninsula by air, under sail, on an eco-cruise - or for those staying on land - by Quad bike.

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The West Coast is one of Tasmania's most popular travel destinations with everything that you require for the perfect family holiday.

Located in one of the most stunning and breathtaking mountainous locations in the world and home to untamed rivers, ancient pine trees and giant sand dunes, the west coast is at the heart of Tasmania’s wilderness.

It offers a huge variety of activities from picturesque picnic areas, shared cycleways/ footpaths to friendly accessible walking tracks

in wilderness terrain overlooked by amazing mountains. The West Coast combines adventure, history and relaxation.

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Queenstown Once the hub of the Tasmanian mining boom at the turn of the 20th century, it still remains the largest town on the West Coast and is home to the Wilderness Railway (See opposite). They offer a range of trips on the old steam train through the neighbouring countryside and even over to the seaport of Strahan.

When in town, check out the Galley Museum (see opposite) or do an underground minetour.

The nearby Spion Kopf lookout is an 8 min walk and gives great views over town and the infamous gravel football oval!

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Nearby, Ocean Beach is the longest beach in Tasmania stretching for over 30km, Ocean Beach is home to Mutton Birds which fly here in December staying until mid-February. During summer at dusk you can watch as they fly back from feeding over the ocean. It is also infamous for whale strandings. The turn off is located on the highway minutes out of Strahan.

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Strahan Strahan sits on the shores of Macquarie Harbour, which is six times bigger than Sydney Harbour!

The town has a real charm, with its restored buildings in and around the wharf area, where the majority of shops and restaurants/cafes are located. It is a working fishing port and trying the delicious locally caught seafood is a must.

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West Coast Rosebery Rosebery is a town full of character surrounded by rainforest and waterfalls. Take a 10 minute drive out of town to Montezuma Falls. It is Tassie’s highest waterfall at 104 metres. It is an easy 3 hour return walk (4km one way), to see the spectacular falls, and walk across the suspension bridge.

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Across thirteen galleries, exhibits range from exotic mineral crystals, flora and fauna, photographic displays, and sinister-looking surgical instruments to great steam locomotives in the sheds outside. Whilst in town, walk through the 100m spray (key hole) tunnel and learn its history.

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Rosebery lays claim to:The “highest” post code in Tasmania, Australia’s steepest golf course and Tasmania’s highest rainfall on nearby Mount Read

Zeehan The Silver City of the West Coast is home to the West Coast Heritage Centre and provides a fascinating insight into life in the area during those heavy mining days.

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St ay Right through Tassie from north to south, east to west, you will find many types of family-friendly places suited to families of all sizes and budgets.

We've done our homework and chosen a few in each area specifically for their value and family friendly features.

Book directly with the hotel and make sure you quote the ‘LetsGoKids’ special codes for your discount.

Also check our website to see if any of our advertisers are offering specials in our Wot’s On section (p.77) or download our app at www.letsgokids.com.au All of the Visitor Information Centres around the State can assist you with booking rooms as well.

Hobart Hobart CBD has a limited amount of true family hotels. The Grand Chancellor, Best Western and Travelodge all have rooms that will accommodate smaller family groups. St Ives Apartments (see opposite) with self catering offers an option close to historic Battery Point.

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However for genuine space and family friendly features, Rydges, The Old Woolstore (see opposite) and The Somerset are our picks.

Located directly next to Constitution Dock, within easy walking distance to Salamanca Place Market and many restaurants, the Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel is luxurious, well appointed, and ideally suited to families.

Most rooms have a queen size bed and two twin beds and feature TVs, DVD players, complimentary Wi-Fi Internet Hobart Cabins in Elwick are spacious and self catering.

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make your next family holiday the old woolstore!

Our spacious family friendly apartments provide the perfect location for your next family holiday! Enjoy onsite car parking, central CBD location, free kids channels and complimentary passes to the Hobart Aquatic Centre swimming pools and play area.

For information on family offers, please contact our reservations team!

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St ay Discovery Holiday Parks are located in Mornington and Risdon Vale and offer excellent cabin accommodation and onsite facilities that will keep the kids entertained for hours.

The price is right too!

If you have that early morning flight, the Travelodge (see below), at the airport is the perfect place to stay (free wifi too) or the Hobart Airport Tourist Park (p.72).

In the waterfront suburb of Sandy Bay, Woolmers (see opposite) offers family sized units at a budget price. We stay here, as its walking distance to shops, restaurants and supermarkets. Close to the city too!

Around The State The short distances between towns in Tassie means that a family driving holiday is easily achieved. here are recommendations for each area; East Coast White Sands Estate (p.68) is a fantastic place for a night or a week. Excellent family facilities including a movie theatre, safe swimming beach, water sports, fantastic pool area and ... a brewery restaurant!! Sure to please everyone!

Launceston Aspect Tamar Valley Resort (Inside Front Cover) is a destination in itself. A HUGE jumping pillow, world class mini golf course and indoor heated pool means it is perfect no matter the weather!

Olde Tudor Inn is closer to town with large family rooms that sleep up to 8 and has an indoor pool. Village Motor Inn is well set up for families with a pool and games room too.

Devonport Barclay Motor Inn has spacious rooms and an indoor pool as well.

Burnie Comfort Inn Burnie has newly refurbed rooms and dining area, is well located and has parking too!

West Coast For those visiting Strahan, you can’t go past Strahan Holiday Retreat or in Queenstown Silver Hills Motel (P.70).

HANDY HINT Useful online booking sites: wotif.com.au,, hotels.com, bookings.com hotelscombined.com, trivago.com.au,

Kids eat free* Kids under 12 eat free* when accompanied by two paying adults.

To book email hobartairport@travelodge.com.au or call 03 6248 3599

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Watch As Tasmanians, we love our leisuretime.

Whether it's watching the Hurricanes in the Big Bash, to cheering on the Hawks in Lonnie or the Roos in Hobart, we love to get out there and support our teams.

In this section we tell you what’s on and where and even give a guide for where to watch the latest blockbusters.

Cinema & Theatre Details Hobart:

State - 375 Elizabeth St Nth Hobart 6234 6318, statecinema.com.au Village Hobart - 181 Collins St, 1300 555 400 Village Eastlands - Bligh St, Rosny Park, 1300 555 400 Village Glenorchy - Cooper St Glenorchy, 1300 555 400 villagecinemas.com.au Theatre Royal - 29 Campbell St Hobart, 6233 2299

Launceston

Village - 163 Brisbane St, 1300 555 400

Devonport

CMAX - 5-7 Best St, Devonport, 6420 2111 cmax.net.au

Burnie

Metro - Cnr Marine Tce & Wilmot St, 6431 5000 metrocinemas.com.au

Tickets for all sporting events and entertainment events are availble from: Ticketek Outlets

Hobart - Theatre Royal Hobart, 29 Campbell St Open: M-F 9am-5pm, Ph:(03) 6233 2026 Devonport - Entertainment & Convention Centre 145-151 Rooke St Open: M-F 9am - 4.30, Ph(03) 6420 2900 Kings Meadow - CD Centre, 16-18 Reuben Crt Open: M-F 9am-5.30pm, Sat 9:30am-3:30pm, Ph: (03) 6344 6849 Bellerive - Blundstone Arena, 15 Derwent St Open: M-F 9am-5pm, Ph: 132 849

Ticketmaster Outlets

Devonport - Entertainment & Convention Centre, 145-151 Rooke Street, Open: M-F 9am-5pm Hobart - Centertainment, 53 Elizabeth Mall, Open: M-F 9am-5.00pm, Sat 10am-1pm, Glenorchy - Derwent Entertainment Centre, 618 Brooker Hwy, Open: M-F 10am-5pm Kings Meadows - The CD Centre, 16-18 Reuben Crt Open: M-F 9am-5.30pm, Sat 10am-4pm Launceston - Theatre North, 57 Brisbane St, Open: M-F 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-1pm

AFL 2018 Fixture - All Melbourne Venues Round 15 Jun 28

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Western Bulldogs v Geelong

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Carlton v Port Adelaide Melbourne v St Kilda Essendon v North Melbourne Round 16

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Western Bulldogs v Hawthorn

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North Melbourne v Gold Coast Suns

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St Kilda v Carlton

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Melbourne v Western Bulldogs

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Collingwood v West Coast Eagles

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North Melbourne v Sydney Swans

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St Kilda v Richmond

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Collingwood v North Melbourne

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Carlton v Hawthorn

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Wot’s On We want YOU! Yes, YOU! Tasmania is alive and happening all year round with family events and acitivites, shows, movies, concerts and sport. Don’t forget the old favourite - the weekend market!! There is enough to keep everyone entertained - AND best of all - most of them are FREE!!!

To keep up to date with everything our advertisers have going on, go to the “Wot’s On” button on our website at www.letsgokids.com.au and while you’re there, sign up for our great monthly e-newsletter and download our new app.

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Farm Gate Market Artisan producers display their wares with olive oil, cool climate wine, spirits from boutique distilleries, healthy treats, artisan breads, cakes and sourdough donuts, jams, mustards and preserves, locally roasted coffee and hand blended tea. 8.30am-1pm, Bathurst St, Hobart. farmgatemarket.com.au 62345625 Evandale Market There’s a great variety of stalls, including fantastic local produce, secondhand books, food vans, general bric-a-brac and local crafts. There are also rides for the kids, including the Evandale Light Rail and pony rides. 8.00am-1.30pm, 2-14 Logan Road, Evandale. 6391 9191, evandaletasmania.com Cradle Coast Farmers Market Fair price for fresh food direct to you from farmers. All produce is freshly farmed, baked, bottled or dug from the ground. The market’s vision is to provide a direct connection between producer and consumer.

8.30am-12.30pm, Ulverstone Wharf Precinct. 0499 591 480, cradlecoastfarmersmarket.weebly.com Salamanca Market Enjoy the sights, sounds, flavours, action and colour of Australia’s best outdoor market - operated by Hobart City Council. 8:30am-3pm at Hobart’s Salamanca Place. 0408 394 109, hobartcity.com.au St Helens Market Stalls are stacked with craftwork, homemade clothing, jewellery, cards, biscuits, cakes, jams & sauces, bric-a-brac including second hand tools, furniture, crockery, books, etc, as well as fresh produce and plants. 8am-1pm St Helens Town Centre. 0497 931 441 Huonville Market This market showcases the quality of the wonderful Huon Valley and beyond, with craft people and producers bringing their products along for sale. 10am-2pm, Huonville Town Hall.

Burnie Farmers’ Market The market includes around 50 stalls selling both produce and crafts. Buy the freshest and best local produce at the Burnie Farmers’ Market. Great selection of local vegetables and apples, Asian vegetables and of course potatoes! 8am-12pm, Wivenhoe Showgrounds Brighton Markets There is something for everyone! Second hand bargains and bric-a-brac, plants, jewellery, local arts and craft supplies, along with loally grown fruits and vegetables.

9am-2pm, Brighton Memorial Hall, Midland Hwy. 0427 008 353 Longford Makers Market Showcasing the talents of local crafters and artisans. All locally made with love and care from jewellery to vintage recycled wear, felting, home baked goodies, plants, local Tasmanian wine, origami flowers, photography and handmade cards. 10am-2pm, 74 Marlborough Street, Longford. 0403 087 462 Cygnet Market The market is one of only a few that go through Winter - warm & cosy inside with live music. It’s known for its fine fresh food, colourful people with music & art being part of our culture.

10am-2pm, 74 Marlborough Street, Longford. 0403 087 462 Willmot Markets - Sample great tastes of the North West!

Wines from local vineyards, olive oil, honey, sorbet, fresh fruits, berries, veggies, jams, breads, sauces, conserves, pastries, cakes and biscuits. Browse at the bric-a-brac, handmade crafts, jewellery, pre-loved clothes, soaps, lotions, gizmos and gifts. 9am-2pm. Wilmot Town Hall. 64921302

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First and Third Friday of each month between October - March

Deloraine Showgrounds Market A great selection of stalls with fresh produce including venison, farm rabbits, sourdough breads, home cooked cakes, honey, jams, farm vegetables and fruit in season. There are plants, fruit trees, books, crafts and bric-a-brac. The kitchen has delicious breakfast and lunch fare and plenty for in-between.

9am-1pm. Deloraine Showgrounds, Highland Lakes Rd. 6369 5321 delorainemarket.com.au Wynyard Foreshore Market The market has something for everyone! Secondhand goods, plants, bric-a-brac, good food and much more. 8:30am-2pm. Wynyard Foreshore, Bass Hwy. cfrench@warwyn.tas.gov.au 6443 8320 Westbury Market As the BBQ fires up with hot food, you can browse the many tables containing freshly grown vegetables, homemade products, plants and lots of other goodies. 8am-1pm. 11 Londsdale Promenade Westbury.

Penguin Undercover Market The Penguin Market is one of the largest undercover markets in Tasmania. Quality product lines include fine Tasmanian oodwork, jewellery, fashion, giftware, handmade craft and home wares, as well as fresh produce. Try the food court.

9am to 3pm. 11 Arnold St Penguin, TAS. 0400 903 031.

Hobart Twilight Market The Hobart Twilight Market is ‘Hobart’s dog friendly’ Friday night destination! The market showcases a superb selection of Tasmanian eats, drinks, design and music 4:30 pm – 9:00 pm. 17 Beach Road, Sandy Bay 0448 997 748

Every Sunday

Latrobe Village Market Browse through up to 40 stalls filled with a magnitude of variety ranging from new clothing apparel to the antique wares that will take you back in time and while you’re here grab this week’s fresh produce, cooking and other spoils.

7.00am until 2.00pm. 169 – 171 Gilbert St “the Main St” Latrobe.0429 779 990

Every Sunday

Harvest Market In the heart of the Tamar Valley, Harvest Launceston Community Farmers’ Market brightens a quiet inner city car park and brings the farm gate to you. Meet the farmers, connect with locals and feast your eyes on baskets brimming with Tasmania’s freshest seasonal produce, ethically raised meat, free from artificial hormones, organic dairy, artisan bread and pastries, bright summer berries or blushing autumn apples.

8.30am—12.30pm. 71 Cimitiere Street, Launceston (in the car park opposite Albert Hall). 0417 352 780

July 13 - 15 July

Friday 13 July

Thursday 19th July

WILLIE SMITH’S HUON VALLEY MID-WINTER FEST For the fifth year running, the Huon Valley Mid-Winter Fest will bring warmth and celebration to Tasmania’s ‘apple valley’ in a three-day pagan inspired celebration of the apple history of the region.

Grove, Huon Valley Niche Market - Starry Night Niche A snuggly Winter’s outing, where music and friends come together. Knits, wraps, scarves and quilts alongside some of the finest jewellers and artists. 20% of all takings go to kids with developmental delays and disability who use St Giles services. 2:00pm-7:00pm. Albert Hall, cnr Cimitiere and Tamar Streets, Launceston.

Peppa Pig’s Surprise Surprise! Peppa Pig, George and their friends are back in Australia in a brand new live stage show PEPPA PIG’S SURPRISE.This charming, colourful new show features new songs and new life-size puppets. PEPPA PIG’S SURPRISE promises to be the perfect theatre show for all pre-schoolers. Burnie Arts & Function Centre - Town Hall 03 6430 5850 http://www.burniearts.net

29th June to 15th Festival of Voices of July Immerse yourself in the 14th annual Tasmanian Festival of Voices. Bringing together international, national and local artists and workshop leaders, choirs and audiences in a celebration of song across all genres. Whether you want to learn, perform or just listen, there’s something for you. (03) 6224 5975 info@festivalofvoices.com Multiple venues, Hobart www.festivalofvoices.com 26 - 29 July Devonport Jazz , Devonport Tasmania’s only winter Jazz Festival! Held on the last weekend in July, Devonport Jazz returns in 2018 with a program full to the brim of jazz.

17 Fenton Way, Devonport 03 6424 0511 devonportjazz@devonport.tas.gov.au

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Baby & Kids Market Hobart Held in The Hobart Showgrounds, the Baby & Kids Market provides excellent quality preloved goods by great brands at bargain prices. It’s the perfect place to stock up on furniture, prams, toys, clothes, books and just about anything imaginable for babies and children. 9:00 am to 12:00 noon

11th August

Baby & Kids Market Launceston Held in Punchbowl Christian Centre, the Baby & Kids Market is a fantastic day with amazing bargains and lots of activities for children including the outdoor playground and indoor arts and crafts and toys area, a great day out not to be missed.Kids zone with toys and Funny Faces Face Painting.. 9:00 am to 12:00 noon 100 Punchbowl Road Punchbowl Ursula Donati - 0458 426 157

12th August

Chocolate Winterfest, Latrobe Chocolate Winterfest is Latrobe’s wickedly delicious festival celebrating all things chocolate.

10.30 AM UNTIL 3.30 PM 03 6426 2121 enquiries@chocolatewinterfest.com.au

September 17th September

October Friday 5th October & Saturday 6th October

Branxholm Flower Show A wonderful aromatic display of flowers greets you in the Branxholm Hall, and the floral arrangements are superb. You can wander around the displays, find a bargain at the jumble sale, as well as something delicious at the cake stall to enjoy for afternoon tea! 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM mariabranch@hotmail.com Burnie Show 2018 A two-day annual show running on the Friday and first Saturday of October. The Burnie Show usually falls within Tasmania’s school holidays, which means it draws a huge number of local children and youth to the exhibits, competitions and the rides and entertainments of sideshow alley. The younger children particularly enjoy visiting the animals in the Petting Pen Cost: $15 Adult, $5 Child and $35 Family.

11th to 13th October

Royal Launceston Show The show features traditional agricultural displays and competitions, plus all the excitement of sideshow alley. Launceston Show Grounds, Invermay Rd, Invermay. launcestonshowground.com.au

01 to 31 October

Devonport Food & Wine Festival, Devonport Devonport Food and Wine Festival is a month-long celebration of North West Tasmania’s rich food and beverage philosophy with multiple events held during the month of October each year. http://www.devonportfoodandwine.com.au

November 02 to 05 November 3rd November

16th & 17th November

17th November

17th November

Tasmanian Craft Fair, Deloraine The Tasmanian Craft Fair is the largest working display of arts and crafts in Australia with more than 200 artists and artisans and 20,000 annual visitors. Alveston Drive,Deloraine 0439 931 990 / 0427 469 586 Ulverstone Show The annual Ulverstone Show has something for all ages. Come along to the 2018 Ulverstone Show for a rural festival with rural charm. (03) 6425 1703 ulverstoneshow@bigpond.com Address: Ulverstone Showgrounds, Flora Street Scottsdale Show Live entertainment on Friday Night, as well as lots of other attractions. Horse events cater for entries from all ages and categories and are conducted on both days. See novelty events and displays and regular country flavoured fashion parades, home crafts and trade exhibits. There is an animal nursery that features an interactive display where you can get in and up close to many of your farmyard favourites.

Open from 7am both days. Scottsdale Recreational Grounds, George St. 03 6352 2179 scottsdaleshow@ bigpond.com, scottsdaleshow.org.au Niche Market - NicheNW A snuggly Winter’s outing, where music and friends come together. Knits, wraps, scarves and quilts alongside some of the finest jewellers and artists. 20% of all takings go to kids with developmental delays and disability who use St Giles services. 10:00am-3:00pm. Burnie Arts & FunctionCentre, Burnie Baby & Kids Market Launceston Held in Punchbowl Christian Centre, the Baby & Kids Market is a fantastic day with amazing bargains and lots of activities for children including the outdoor playground and indoor arts and crafts and toys area, a great day out not to be missed.Kids zone with toys and Funny Faces Face Painting.. 9:00 am to 12:00 noon . 100 Punchbowl Road Punchbowl

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FESTIVAL OF ROSES, Longford The perfect opportunity to celebrate the spectacle of thousands of roses blooming in the Rose Garden.

There will be a variety of food stalls including wood fired pizzas, Devonshire teas, crepes and breads, and a selection of wines, beer and cider. Other attractions include plant nurseries, craft and jewellery stalls, whip cracking, chainsaw art, vintage farm machinery and cars, and many children’s activities. Open 9am – 4pm. 658 Woolmers Lane, Longford (03) 6391 2230 www.woolmers.com.au

25th November Baby & Kids Market Hobart Held in The Hobart Showgrounds, the Baby & Kids Market provides excellent quality preloved goods by great brands at bargain prices. It’s the perfect place to stock up on furniture, prams, toys, clothes, books and just about anything imaginable for babies and children.

9:00 am to 12:00 noon. Ursula Donati - 0458 426 157 24th to 25th November

December 1st to 31st December

26th December

Farmgate Festival , Exeter Unearth real food at the Farmgate Festival over two days in early spring. Meet local producers and tour behind the scenes at farm and food businesses. Taste, buy and learn about seasonal and value added produce. Tamar Valley,Exeter www.farmgatefestival.net.au info@farmgatefestival.net.au S​ ummer Reading Club​ The Summer Reading Club is a great way to keep kids reading over the long summer holidays!

The Summer Reading Club runs from 1 December to 31 January every summer, with activities o ​ nline and at your local library Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, Hobart The Rolex Sydney Hobart is a 628 nautical mile yacht race that is described as one of the most gruelling ocean races in the world. The annual race begins in Sydney Harbour on Boxing Day and finishes in Hobart. Kings Pier Marina, Constitution Dock, Hobart (02) 8292 7800 Sarah.Hotchin@cyca.com.au www.rolexsydneyhobart.com

January 2019 2nd January to 27th January

TBig Monkey Theatre presents The Wind in the Willows A highlight on the calendar of many Tasmanians is the annual Big Monkey Theatre production in the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens. The much loved classic ‘The Wind in the Willows’ tells a timeless story of friendship, loyalty and working together to win the day. Life on the riverbank is blissful for Otter, Rat and their new friend Mole, but when the blustering, fun-loving Toad takes to the road no-one is safe.

And things go from bad to worse when the Wildwood Weasels decide to move in to the once peaceful neighbourhood! A fun-packed adventure, full of laughs, loopiness and lyrical songs. www.bigmonkey.com.au

2nd January

25th Anniversary Performance of ‘The Ship That Never Was’ Australia’s longest running play will be celebrating it’s 25th anniversary of performances in Strahan on Tasmania’s west coast. Come along to this fun, family friendly celebration at the Strahan Primary School. Show starts at 5:30pm. FREE. www.roundearth.com.au

26th January

Twilight on the Duck Circular Head celebrates Australia Day each year with the ‘’Twilight on the Duck’ festival on the banks of the Duck River in Smithton. ‘’Twilight on the Duck’ offers low cost family entertainment and competitions, live music, great food and a spectacular twilight fireworks show. Annual activities such as the ‘Duck Race’, add a fun, local flavour.

(03) 6452 4800 council@circularhead.tas.gov.au http://www.circularhead.tas.gov.au

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Branxholm Flower Show A wonderful aromatic display of flowers greets you in the Branxholm Hall, and the floral arrangements are superb. You can wander around the displays, find a bargain at the jumble sale, as well as something delicious at the cake stall to enjoy for afternoon tea! 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM mariabranch@hotmail.com

17th to 24th Feburary

Clarence Jazz Festival The Clarence Jazz Festival on Hobart’s eastern shore, is a celebration of live music at waterfront locations taking in stunning views of Mount Wellington/kunanyi, beaches and vineyards.

Rosny Farm, Rosny Hill Road, Rosny Park artsandevents@ccc.tas.gov.au (03) 6217 9500

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