Community Events

Wynyard coastal pathway fun run is on every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month (opposite the foreshore market weekends)
Starts at 9am across from Bruces cafe

Run walk  or stroll to Doctors Rocks and return – 5 km in total.

It’s a family friendly event

Address:
Wynyard foreshore

Bingo every Thursday night
Doors open at 5.30 eyes down at 7
Cost vary depending on how games you play
Cash only No Alcohol and it's an over 18 event
Every one is welcome

Address:
Goldie St Wynyard

Live Well Tasmania is a not for profit community organisation based in Wynyard on the North West Coast of Tasmania.

We provide programs, projects, workshops and events from our Community Hub located in central Wynyard, and from our Community Farm in Oldina, 15 minutes from Wynyard.
Our vision: contribute to a world where people and place are both thriving

Our mission: to promote connection of people and place, by empowering individual health and wellbeing, community capacity, resilience and sustainability

If you want to get involved or find out more about our volunteering opportunities contact us.64381454 or mobile 0421 461 724

Website: https://lwt.org.au/about-us/

Email: [email protected]

Address:
28 Saunders St Wynyard 7325

Phone: 0364381454

Nominations now open for the Tasmanian Volunteering Awards 2026
Each year, the Tasmanian Volunteering Awards celebrate the incredible work done by Tasmanian volunteers
We’re excited to open nominations for the Tasmanian Volunteering Awards 2026 – a celebration of volunteering, in International Year of the Volunteer.
With 332,100 Tasmanians contributing a staggering 89.4 million hours to their communities, it’s time to make their incredible contributions visible.
People volunteer for many reasons – enjoyment, to help others, and for social and community connection. Let’s raise the visibility of these wonderful community contributions.
If you know a volunteer, group or organisation making a difference in Tasmania, nominate them now.
Nominations are open from 20 May and close 15 July. Visit www.volunteeringtas.org.au
We look forward to your nominations and celebrating the incredible contributions of our volunteers.
Finalists are announced in August, and the Awards Ceremony will be held on 18 September.

Website: https://volunteeringtas.org.au/tasmanian-volunteering-awards/

Email: [email protected]

Address:
75 Federal Street Hobart

Phone: 0447300563

Volunteers wanted!
Our Tasmania Wildlife Hospital is dedicated to providing best practice veterinary treatment and critical care for sick, injured or vulnerable Tasmanian native wildlife. Phone (03) 6428 2703

Located at 901 Forth Road
Turners Beach, Tasmania 7310

Address:
901 Forth Road
Turners Beach, Tasmania 7310

Phone: (03) 6428 2703

ROC food hubs locations and times on:
Tuesday & Saturday at the Somerset Scout Hall, 4A old Cam Road, Somerset, Tuesday 10.30-12.00, Saturday 12-1pm

Opening at 10.30 at the Scout Hall, 4A Old Cam Road, Somerset,
have a nice selection of vegetables and other goodies to choose from today 23rd June,
$ donations are appreciated

Monday & Friday at the Baptist Church hall, crn Hogg & Dodgin street in Wynyard 10.30-12.00

Donations of clean shopping bags would be appreciated at both Wynyard and Somerset,
If you have items to donate, drop them to either location before the doors open, knock and a friendly volunteer will help you

Address:
4A Old Cam Road, Somerset ,Baptist Church hall, crn Hogg & Dodgin street in Wynyard

LIVE WELL WYNYARD

Community Mondays.
Gather for lunch, a chat and join in a craft activity, bring along your own craft project if you have one. Examples are journal writing, making gift cards, anything creative!

Every Monday at the Nest (live-well Wynyard), 10am to 1pm.

Contact Bridgette on 0418 469 078

Address:
28 saunders st Wynyard

Phone: 0418 469 078

A detailed list of the best ongoing local markets in the region:

Wynyard Foreshore Market: Located at the East Wynyard foreshore. Runs 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month, 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Don Market: 17 Forth Road, Don. Runs most Sundays, 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Features fresh produce, plants, craft, and bric-a-brac.

Devonport Farmers Market: Devonport Showgrounds, 86A Gunn Street. Held fortnightly on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month, 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM.

Burnie City Market: 2 Marine Terrace, Burnie. Held 1st and 3rd Saturday of every month, 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM.

Penguin Market: 11 Arnold Street, Penguin. Open every Sunday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Latrobe Village Market: Gilbert Street, Latrobe. Runs every Sunday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Address:
Northwest Tasmania

Big changes and warm welcomes are happening at Australian Christian College Burnie!

There is a wonderful feeling in the air at Australian Christian College Burnie as we warmly welcome our brand-new Principal! We invite local families to experience our vibrant school community firsthand by booking one of our upcoming Principal Tours. At ACC Burnie, we are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and Christ-centred environment where every student is well known, well loved, and well taught. Come explore our wonderful campus, meet our dedicated team, and see how we help every child thrive.We would love to welcome your family to our campus located at 30 Seabrook Road, Somerset. Spaces for our school tours fill up quickly, so please book your Principal Tour online today at https://www.acc.edu.au/burnie/principals-tour/
For any questions or further details, you can also reach our friendly team by calling (03) 6435 6300 or via email at [email protected].

Website: https://www.acc.edu.au/burnie/principals-tour/

Email: [email protected]

Address:
30 Seabrook Road, Somerset

Phone: (03) 6435 6300

tunapri Patuyala - A Palawa Guided Tour
July, 1, 3, 6, 8, 10, 13 & 15
Boat Harbour

tunapri Patuyala, translated to “To understand Boat Harbour Point”, is a 1.5hr Palawa (Tasmanian Aboriginal) guided cultural walk on-country, where your guide, Jye Crosswell, will highlight the natural and cultural wonders of the northwest, as well as allow all participants to get hands-on with a cultural craft activity.

Address:
Boat Harbour

Bendigo Bank Burnie branch is temporarily closing for refurbishment from 12pm Friday 17 July 2026.

On Friday 31 July 2026 at 9:30am, its business as usual

During the renovation period your nearest branch services will be Bendigo Bank Devonport or Smithton.

If you have any questions please call us on 03 6434 4230.

Address:
Bendigo Bank Burnie

Phone: 6434 4230.

Two iconic genres. One unforgettable weekend.
Jazz, blues, and roots take over Devonport in 2026 with incredible artists, great vibes, and music everywhere you go. Gather your crew, plan your weekend and dive in. Don’t miss a beat!

Website: https://www.devonportjazz.com.au/

Email: [email protected]

Address:
Multiple venues across the region

Phone: 64240511

HighLIGHTS @ Home Hill invites audiences to experience the remarkable story of Joseph and Enid Lyons through a spectacular projection-mapping celebration. The historic home will come alive with light, colour, and motion, transforming its heritage architecture into an immersive canvas of memories, achievements and imagination. Blending history with cutting-edge technology, this playful and captivating experience will reveal Home Hill in a whole new light.
Artist: Darryl Rogers

Free event
July 23, 24 and 25 July
3 shows per day – 7pm, 7.30pm and 8pm

Website: https://www.devonport.tas.gov.au/events/highlights-home-hill/

Email: [email protected]

Address:
Home Hill, 77 Middle Road, Devonport

You are invited to the Penguin 2026 Homelessness Week event on Friday, 7 August 2026, from 10.00 am at the Penguin Uniting Church. Learn more about hidden homelessness in Penguin with guest speakers Mayor Cheryl Fuller, Salvation Army Captain Andrew Webb, and the Penguin Community Op Shop. Morning tea will be provided.

Website: https://www.facebook.com/penguinopshop

Email: [email protected]

Address:
50 Main Road, Penguin TAS 7316

Phone: 0458 758 674

Join Somerset Surf Life Saving Club for a night of Cocktails and Clinton. Summer in August is a great event to forget about the winter blues and enjoy the great music from Clinton Hutton and the Band while sipping on a cocktail or two. Wear your summer inspired outfits to have fun and dance the night away.

Website: https://somersetslsc.com.au

Email: [email protected]

Address:
Somerset Surf Lifesaving Club
The Esplanade
Somerset
TAS 7322

In November, the Edith Creek Primary School Association will be hosting its Spring Market and would love to hear from you!

If you are a maker, entertainer, or food truck operator and are interested in participating in the market, please contact the school on (03) 6456 4192 or email [[email protected]]

We look forward to seeing you there!

Email: [email protected]

Address:
1282 Trowutta Road
Edith Creek TAS 7330

Phone: (03) 6456 4192