May
07
2011

Chocolate Winterfest

If the lure of sweet treats is too much for you to resist, then you’d better be ready for Latrobe’s annual celebration of all things chocolate! Each July, the town of Latrobe bursts at the seams with events and entertainment that all revolve around the decadent treat. Events include: Lanterns and fireworks spectacular Talent show …

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Feb
18
2011

Leisure Ville Holiday Centre

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LEISURE Ville features a range of self contained accommodation from 3.5 star apartment-style villas and cabins and caravan park facilities with sites for motor homes, caravans and tents. After your day exploring the magnificent local scenery in North-West Tasmania settle in and enjoy the heated indoor pool, spa, games room, tennis/basketball court or playground. Bruce’s Café at …

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Feb
18
2011

Bruce’s Cafe

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BRUCE’S is the place to go on a rainy, sunny or windy day, the place where you can sit and read your paper in peace.  It’s the place you take your relatives when they arrive here from interstate, or when your friends turn up unannounced and your house is a complete mess.  It’s the place …

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Nov
29
2010

Devonport Bluff Playground

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    SITUATED on the Devonport foreshore, overlooking Bass Strait, the Bluff Playground is an ideal spot to stop, take in the views and allow your Little Devils to burn off some energy. A particularly ideal spot in summer, the playground is near the Devonport Surf Lifesaving Club at Bluff Beach. It’s a great spot to …

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Oct
14
2010

Pioneer Park Playground

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THIS playground was opened by the Devonport City Council in 2009, and is situated in East Devonport’s Pioneer Park. Very close to the Spirit of Tasmania ferry terminal, if you’ve had a long voyage here’s a great place to stop and let the Little Devils out for a play. With its brand new equipment, including a …

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Oct
02
2010

It doesn’t have to cost you …

  THERE are plenty of cool family things to do in Tassie which will cost you nix! If you bring your own bikes and/or kayaks, you can take some eye-opening tours of Tasmania’s natural areas. With many scenic rivers suitable for leisurely cruising, it’s the perfect place to bring your watersport equipment. Likewise, Tasmania’s roads tend …

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Sep
30
2010

Cafe RA

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  CAFE RA is located at the River Arms Hotel in central Ulverstone. An AHA award-winner in the category of “Best Family/Casual Dining” it’s a perfect place to take the kids. Cafe RA offers an extensive menu with something that is sure to please all, delicious bread, pasta, salad, mouth-watering woodfired pizzas, steaks and desserts, plus childrens menus are …

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Sep
18
2010

Argosy Motor Inn

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 AFTER a long day in the car or seeing the sights of Tassie, you’re tired and hungry and the kids are a little on the cranky side – in need of burning off some energy … make a beeline for the Argosy Motor Inn. Its laid-back atmostphere and children’s playroom means it’s a great spot for a good …

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Aug
29
2010

Getting to the Apple Isle

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  There are two ways to get to Tasmania … fly or cruise! all aboard the love boat     Okay, well it’s not really the love boat. However, if you fancy a voyage or want to bring your own car to Tassie, The Spirit of Tasmania is the choice for you. With two ships (Spirit …

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