Tag tasmania

Bruny Island

It’s funny how the phrase “the mainland” can mean two quite different things in Tasmania. You would assume, on the surface, it’s a reference to the “rest of Australia”. But … Read the rest “Bruny Island”

My Week in Hobart

Ten years ago, or even five years ago, I’m sure I could have been tempted to top off the evening with a nightcap at the nearby whiskey bar. But after … Read the rest “My Week in Hobart”

Museum of Old and New Art, Hobart

MONA

Ever since it opened there’s been a lot of hype about MONA, the Museum of Old and New Art. I guess a lot of it has to do with … Read the rest “MONA”

Cataract Gorge Reserve

Cataract Gorge

When you grow up in a naturally beautiful area like the North Coast of NSW (like I did), I suspect you sometimes take it for granted. Even now, when I … Read the rest “Cataract Gorge”

Arts and crafts at The Mill, including glass apples which later became trophies in the ABC Local Radio Awards held in Hobart.

Travelling to Launceston

The road trip from Hobart to Launceston wasn’t nearly as long as I thought it would be. I’ve always had an idea the road trip from the south to the … Read the rest “Travelling to Launceston”

Cary Lewincamp - Salamanca Saturday

Salamanca Saturday

As we walked around the markets yesterday morning, the name “Cary Lewincamp” caught my eye. Back in the days when I was still a broadcaster (and even now from time … Read the rest “Salamanca Saturday”

View from atop Mount Wellington, Hobart, Tasmania

Mount Wellington / kunanyi

Even though I’ve visited Hobart two or three times previously, I’ve never ever made it to the top of Mount Wellington / kunanyi, the mountain which looms large on the … Read the rest “Mount Wellington / kunanyi”