The Father’s Day Gift Guide: Tassie-Style

By Amanda Vallis

On the hunt for a way to honour the father figure in your life this Father’s Day? Look no further than Tasmania’s local makers and retailers.

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FOR THE FOOD-MOTIVATED DAD

A cooking class voucher for The Agrarian Kitchen will satisfy even the most enthusiastic of cooks and - best of all - will afford you the greatest gift of all: time. It’s a brilliant excuse to don an apron and cook up a storm with your dad for a day.

Class prices vary.

(image: Anna Critchley)

FOR THE DAD WITH STYLE

A Keep Tassie Wild Tee is always a winner. New designs are available on the website, and 50% of profits are donated to local environmental organisations.

From $59.95.

FOR THE DAD WHO LOVES A TIPPLE

A Tasmani-pack from Tasmaniac Distillers is the perfect gift for the cocktail lover in your life.  The pack includes Tasmaniac’s Trademark Gin, Strawberry Apero and Coffee Liqueur.

$197.

FOR THE TIRED DAD

A wellness and longevity experience at Launceston’s Dr. Daniel Tan & Associates is the ultimate treat. Choose from IV Therapy, infrared sauna, LED light therapy and more. 

Treatment prices vary.

(image: Anjie Blair)

FOR THE OUTDOORS-Y DAD

The camping meal of dreams in the form of Rough Rice Shitake Congee is the ideal gift for any hiking enthusiast. Mix with boiling water and add the seasoning sachet for a gourmet meal on the go in minutes. 

$22.

FOR THE SWEET TOOTH DAD

It’s hard to go past anything from Kenyak Chocolate, made by local chocolate maker Chris Greentree. 

From $13.20

FOR THE GREEN THUMB DAD

 A stylish wide-brimmed hat from Alma Supply Store will come in handy as warmer spring days approach.

From $59.

FOR THE CAFFEINE-LOVING DAD

A coffee bean subscription from Villino Coffee will ensure he’s never without a caffeine hit. Select from whole beans or ground.

From $17.10 per month.

FOR THE BOOKWORM DAD

Pick up Dusk by award-winning Tasmanian author Robbie Arnott, who we recently spoke to on the Bottom of The World podcast - take a listen here. 

$34.99 at Fullers Bookshop, Hobart.

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