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Travel - By Tania Horne, 46 views
Think Tasmania takes a look at the difficulties facing Tourism Tasmania. Which zone has the right to be king of heritage, and who is the real queen of the vineyards?
Launceston: Home of the Basin Chairlift & Basin Cafe
Travel - By Tania Horne, 148 views
One of our favourite places to visit in Tasmania is Cataract Gorge in Launceston. A reserve close to the centre of town, one of the highlights is the Basin Chairlift. The cakes from the Basin Cafe aren’t too bad, either!
Moorilla Hobart International… Set To Go!
Sports:Tennis - By Tania Horne, 175 views
Great news for the Moorilla Hobart International… Dinara Safina has signed on! The tall Russian (a former World No.1 and sister of Marat Safin) was runner-up at the Australian Open in 2009. And now she’ll be playing tennis in Tasmania! She will be a major contender for the 2011 title, won this year by Alona Bondarenko.
Maria Island Tasmania… A Gift in Waiting!
Travel - By Tania Horne, 87 views
Maria Island Tasmania. What can we say? Actually, nothing! As regular readers will already know, Think Tasmania writes articles from first hand experience. And we haven’t been to Maria Island in Tasmania. Yet!! But hopefully we can change that soon. Our neighbours have recommended it. Our tennis coach has given it the thumbs up. We just have to drive to Triabunna and do it!!
Tasmanian Government House Open Day
Travel - By Tania Horne, 153 views
According to the brochure Tasmanian Government House is regarded as one of the best vice-regal residences in the Commonwealth. Couldn’t be too many better!
Farmers Market Hobart… Did Someone Say Cupcake?
Food - By Tania Horne, 259 views
Yes they did! So we went in search of the C and C Cupcake Factory, and guess what we found? A factory, no. But cupcakes, yes! Handmade in Tasmania by two very clever ladies, and sold weekly at the Farmers Market, Hobart.
Tasmanian Adventure… Tahune Forest AirWalk
Travel - By Tania Horne, 56 views
Forestry Tasmania operate Tasmanian Adventure Forest experiences. One of them is in the beautiful Huon Valley. There’s lots of reasons to visit this area, but the Tahune AirWalk and the Huon River are definitely highlights.
New Norfolk is the Winner!
Travel - By Tania Horne, 63 views
New Norfolk has just been announced as the winner of the 2010 Tasmanian Tidy Towns Award. Having some tough competition, what’s so special about this town? Located 30 minutes from Hobart in the Derwent Valley, it’s time to find out.
Beaconsfield Mine… Rescue, Gold Class!
Travel - By Tania Horne, 100 views
At the Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre, there is a section titled Mine Rescue. It is a monument of sorts, dedicated to the story of Brant Webb and Todd Russell. And it’s quite an emotional journey.
Lark Distillery… Mixing Science, Art & Passion!
Travel - By Tania Horne, 124 views
There’s no doubting that the Lark Distillery slogan is true. Think Tasmania met with Kristy & Keira at the Lark Cellar Door and Whiskey Bar, and talked about the ingredients making this proudly Tasmanian family business such a huge success. They’ve clearly measured the quantities of science, art and passion to deliver the perfect balance.
Ritchie's Mill, Launceston... Location, Location, Location!!
Travel - By Tania Horne, 131 views
The heritage-listed Ritchie's Mill complex commands one of the best views in Launceston, as the writer discovered when researching an article for www.think-tasmania.com. When the original owner - presumably Mr. Ritchie - had the flour mill built in the 1830's, he definitely had a good real estate agent. Well, apart from the Tamar River flooding issues during the early years, that is!
Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre… Playing with History!
Travel - By Tania Horne, 91 views
Beaconsfield in the West Tamar region of Northern Tasmania is home to one of the best attractions in the state. Think Tasmania paid a visit to the Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre – with two junior researchers in tow. What we discovered was a gold mine… of opportunities to play with history!
Sweet-As... Handmade, Tasmanian & Delectable!
Food - By Tania Horne, 158 views
So who or what is Sweet-As? That was the question on the eager lips of everyone at the South Arm Fun Day. And here is the answer...
Tasmanian Trout Fishing
Travel - By Tania Horne, 87 views
Tasmanian Trout Fishing is not one of my special subjects, as I revealed in an earlier article about Oatlands. Different story for Mike Tenner however, who operates Rod & Fly Tasmania.
Bellerive Welcomes You Aboard…
Travel - By Tania Horne, 172 views
If you're in Hobart Tasmania this month, mark Bellerive into your diary for 31 October, as the Clarence City Council is again staging the Seafarers Festival. It’s a free maritime event bound to have something for everyone.
Theatre Royal Hobart… Something Special
Travel - By Tania Horne, 75 views
Think Tasmania reported earlier that they saw The Gatekeeper at the Theatre Royal. Hobart hosted the touring performance by the Terrapin Puppet Theatre and we had a great time. But what we probably haven’t mentioned before is how impressed we were with the actual Theatre Royal.
Restaurants in Tasmania… More than Just Good Food
Travel - By Tania Horne, 121 views
As far as restaurants in Tasmania go… they are an absolute blessing for diners. You can enjoy some of the finest produce in the world, that’s a given. But my favourite part of eating out? A stunning location that can turn a meal into an occasion.
Launceston City Park… Monkey Business!
Travel - By Tania Horne, 64 views
A visit to the Launceston City Park is a highlight during any trip to the capital of the northern Tasmanian Tamar Valley region. There’s the usual things that you would expect during a stroll through the park: manicured flower beds, paths winding through mature trees and garden structures like a gazebo. And then there are a few surprises!!
Recent Excitement - Tasmanian Snowfalls
Travel - By Tania Horne, 69 views
Not unusual during winter, especially in the central high country or Ben Lomond National Park in the state’s north east. If you were looking for snow-skiing, this would be the place to head. But for those of us living near Hobart and looking for snow, Tasmania still provides an opportunity to throw a snowball or two!
Launceston Indoor Sports Arena... Hello LISA!
Sports - By Tania Horne, 115 views
Wondering what the focus at Think Tasmania has been recently? Well wonder no more. We’ve been spending a lot of time with LISA!
The Tasmanian Devil leads the way…
Travel - By Tania Horne, 68 views
If you only know one thing about writing for Tasmania… devil is the word. The devil is to a Tasmanian, what the cow is to a Hindu. Sacred! So when you travel around Tasmania, look out for landmarks and attractions that adopt the creature’s name.
Rosny Farm turns up a few surprises!
Travel - By Tania Horne, 112 views
www.think-tasmania.com made a trip to Rosny Farm and after one false start (we turned up on a Monday when the site is closed), we uncovered a lot more than we bargained for!
Surfing in Tasmania… From Nippers to Seriously BIG Waves!!
Travel - By Tania Horne, 89 views
Surfing in Tasmania... what are the options? Well Tasmania is an island. There’s lots of coastline!! So in practically any direction, you can travel to a beach with waves to challenge your ability to stand on a board while the ocean rocks and rolls beneath you. Here’s a few points of interest about surfing in Tasmania…
Battery Point… History Coated with Chocolate!
Travel - By Tania Horne, 114 views
If you’re in Hobart and you strike a nice sunny day, you might want to take a stroll through the historic streets of Battery Point. Just remember to take your camera!
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