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Say Salut At Tasmania’s Best Wine Bars
Tasmania produces some of the best wine in the world, with its silky Pinot Noir, crisp Riesling, and vibrant sparkling. If you’re after a spot to enjoy a glass (or - let’s be real - a bottle), pull up a stool at one of southern and northern Tassie’s best wine bars.
Paintings From The Island: Tasmanian artist Melissa Egan
Tasmania has always been in Melissa Egan’s paintings, though it’s only in the last seven years since she returned to Perth, in the state’s north, that she has consciously referenced the place of her childhood.
The Best Vintage Clothes Shopping in Tasmania
Vintage clothes shopping is a sport for lovers of nostalgia, sustainability and a bargain – and Tasmania has plenty of stacked second-hand stores to tackle. From op shops to retro havens to pre-loved designer fashion, here’s where to go digging for a throwback treasure.
Q&A: Mila Kisuma
Inspired by her mother’s values of empowering women and communities, and paying homage to her Fijian roots, a Launceston entrepreneur just keeps on creating.
How To Spend a Weekend In Southern Tasmania’s Huon Valley
When it comes to a weekend away, the Huon Valley is ripe for the picking. With picturesque rolling peaks, the meandering Huon River, sprawling orchards, award-winning wineries and restaurants all a handy 30 minute drive south from Hobart, it’s a great spot for families, couples and mates alike.
Shopping Local For Littles
Make like a Tasmanian, and support local next time you’re shopping for the small people in your life.
Q&A: Jess Curtis
Launceston’s active vibe, thriving food scene and excellent coffee were enough to lure a keen traveller back to her home roots.
Q&A: Kate Bowman
Harnessing natural materials from her surroundings, a Tasmanian ceramicist reimagines history, industry and the environment through beautiful objects.
A Painter’s Painter: Tasmanian Artist James King
For someone so dedicated to painting, it is intriguing that photography and the mechanical image are such important influences in James King’s work.
The Autumn 25 Women’s Fashion Edit
In Lutruwita/Tasmania, a drop in daily temperatures, condensing of daylight hours and vivid colouring of the leaves is doing the very most to convince us that Summer is over. Sad about it? Not us. The transition to Autumn means a wardrobe update - get these layers on your body.
The Autumn 25 Men’s Fashion Edit
In Lutruwita/Tasmania, a drop in daily temperatures, condensing of daylight hours and vivid colouring of the leaves is doing the very most to convince us that Summer is over. Sad about it? Not us. The transition to Autumn means a wardrobe update - get these layers on your body.
Q&A: Clint Steindl
After leaving his childhood home in Mackay to travel the world for a professional basketball career, Clint Steindl found himself in Lutruwita/Tasmania as the inaugural Captain of the Tasmania JackJumpers.
How To Create The Perfect Tassie Cheese Board
Want to make a cheese board that’s almost too impressive to eat? Stock it up with the island state’s finest.
Launceston’s Newest Eats & Drinks
A recent addition to UNESCO’s international list of Cities of Gastronomy, it’s no wonder that Launceston’s food and drink scene just keeps growing. Here’s four new additions to Tasmania’s northern capital, as at early 2025.
The Perfect Kids Birthday Party in Tasmania
Inspired by lutruwita/Tasmania’s unique natural places and seasons, two childhood educators are bringing children’s birthday party dreams to life.
Launceston’s Best Homewares Shopping
For a little-ish city at the bottom of the world, Launceston boasts more quality homewares and design stores per capita than most of its mainland counterparts. Here are the must-visit stores for your next northern shopping recce.
The Best Road Trips From Launceston
While there’s plenty to keep you busy in the city proper, Launceston also provides an excellent home base from which to explore other nearby - and road trip-worthy - north Tasmanian regions.
The Tasmanian Long Weekend Is Better When You’re Walking
Tasmanian Walking Company’s three-day guided walks in lutruwita/Tasmania will have you feeling revitalised, enriched and transformed, all in the space of one long weekend.
Q&A: Lauren Vaessen
Tasmania’s north west coast offers family, business, creativity and purpose for this born-and-bred Latrobe local.
Q&A: Aaron Stewart
Inspired by childhood holidays in lutruwita/Tasmania, a New South Welshman finally found himself living - and mountain biking - on the island’s wild west coast.