Journeys

Stepping off the Spirit of Tasmania in Devonport? Here’s where locals go for coffee and breakfast before the drive, whichever way you’re headed.

Mona may have put Tassie on the map for arts tourism, but there’s plenty more to discover around the state, too. We round up five galleries across our state that are proudly shaped by their surroundings.

Slow down on Tasmania’s wild west coast, where rainforest walks, quirky towns and harbourfront stays turn a simple road trip into something memorable.

From historic hotels to snug country inns, Tasmania’s pubs come alive in winter. We explore some of the top spots for sharing a drink and a story by the fire.

Bushfire season is here. Three Tasmanians share what they wish they’d known, and the small steps that make the biggest difference.

Nestled in the heart of Queenstown, Dilgers Central Garage stands as a testament to a family’s enduring legacy in Tasmania’s west coast.

Beanies, thermoses and early starts … inside Tasmania’s winter sports ritual.

New York-born scientist and keen ocean swimmer Dr Margo Adler is the founder of Beaker Street Festival, a two-week-long celebration of science and art held in Nipaluna/Hobart, and at locations around the state, each August. She shares her favourite places in lutruwita/Tasmania, in and out of the water.

Looping through Richmond and the Coal River Valley in the Volkswagen Golf Style delivers wine, produce and an easy sense of escape, without the long haul.

A slow arc through northern Tasmania, from Carrick to the Great Western Tiers, puts the Camry Hybrid somewhere between past and present.

When the day calls for views, Subaru’s new Forester Hybrid turns the Hobart to Flowerpot run into pure driving fun.

Hundreds of classic-car lovers roll into Sandy Bay each month to show off their vintage wheels, swap stories and celebrate the shared joy of motoring history.

Most of us think we’re better than average behind the wheel, but distraction, inattention and driving too fast for the conditions still cause serious crashes.

A new Tasmanian pilot program is helping learners, supervisors and young drivers build confidence behind the wheel, writes Mel Percival, RACT GM Advocacy and Government Relations.

Bushfire risk is rising and old approaches no longer cut it, writes Mel Percival, RACT GM Advocacy and Government Relations.

Parents and mentors across Tasmania are proving just how powerful their influence can be, writes Mel Percival, RACT GM Advocacy and Government Relations.

Spring means more traffic and more wildlife on Tasmanian roads. But do quiet electric vehicles put animals more at risk? We look at the evidence, and meet the locals working to keep animals safe.

Whether road-tripping for culinary adventures or breaking up the drive, these destination diners turn a pit stop into an experience.

Make a cup of tea, get comfortable and settle in as some of Tasmania's favourite writers share their favourite books and recent recommendations with Sarah Aitken.

Three passionate Tasmanians share their love of the art and process of preserving seasonal bounty and their top tips for beginners.

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