Autumn in Hobart – Fitzroy Gardens

After exploring the Hobart Rivulet and Cascades Gardens at this time of year, I generally return to the city via Fitizroy Gardens, possibly one of Hobart’s less-visited, or at least slightly hidden, gardens.

The Hedberg – a new hub for the performing arts in Hobart

The Hedberg brings together new front- and back-of-house facilities for Hobart’s historic Theatre Royal, a brand new studio theatre to replace the much-loved Backspace Theatre and a new home for the University of Tasmania’s Conservatorium of Music.

Ways to visit the Tasman Peninsula

The Tasman Peninsula has long been a leading destination for a short break. Enterprising operators and their experiences are keeping it popular.

25 years in New Town

Last weekend marked a quarter of a century since I moved into my home in New Town.

Open House Hobart 2018

Thanks to the team at Open House Hobart for another great weekend of privileged access and peeks behind doors that are normally closed.

Dark Mofo 2018 – Spectra Returns

A highlight of this year’s Dark Mofo was the return of Ryoji Ikeda’s 15km tall beam of light and sound installation Spectra to town, on a permanent basis, having been purchased by David Walsh. Spectra won the affection of Hobart’s residents during the first Dark Mofo back in 2013, when it graced the Cenotaph.