Community Events

Planetarium Shows at Hive

Planetarium Shows: Extra shows daily, Mon – Saturday throughout January including our new show Planet Nine, exploring the potential for a hidden planet beyond Neptune. Our newest show is Planet Nine – now as you might know for 76 year, Pluto was known as the 9 th planet in our Solar System but in 2005 Pluto missed out on qualifying as a planet (initially it was through to be as large as Earth but it turned out to be only two-thirds the size of our Moon)! However, there is good reason to think that there may be a real ninth planet out there, lurking way out beyond nepture. Planet Nine is all about this search! Check out the web site and make a booking for a great Planetarium Show.

Website: https://www.hivetasmania.com,au

Address:
50 Main Street Ulverstone

Phone: 6425 2839

Don’t miss the Bus – Breastscreen Tasmania

The Breastscreen Tasmania Bus will be located at the Portside Carpark behind the Cradle Coast Authority 35 Marine Terrace from Monday, 06 January 2025 9am to 4pm. Over 40? BreastScreen is available every 2 years and it's free!! Take care of your body. Find cancer early. Appointments are FREE call 13 20 50. 
Or request a MobileUnit-Burnie appointment online

Address:
Portside Carpark behind the Cradle Coast Authority 35 Marine Terrace

Phone: 132050

Volunteers and Community Support at Hive

Hive relies on community engagement. How can people get involved or support what you do? 33 volunteers across Visitor Services, Museum, Science Centre, Planetarium but all roles are focused on delivering exceptional customer service and making sure every visitor to Hive has a memorable experience.
 If you are someone Active: Hive spans three stories, and all roles are hands- on.
 Flexible: Every day at Hive is different.
 Resilient with a Growth Mindset: Hive is continually evolving, and were always learning.
 Passionate Learners: You enjoy gaining and sharing knowledge.
 Confident Communicators: You’re comfortable engaging with groups and individuals.
We are always looking for new volunteers who want to contribute to their community
in this way. If this is of interest to you fill out an expression of interest form on the
Central Coast Council website, Hive Website or Volunteering Tasmania and we will
be in touch.

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

Address:
50 Main Street Ulverstone

Phone: 6425 2839

Albatross Island by Matthew Newton an Exhibition at Hive

Albatross Island by Matthew Newton. This stunning showcase blends art and science, exploring the beauty and fragility of
the shy albatross and the vital research behind its conservation. Complementary Science Centre Activities:
 Albatross Rookery: Create and colour albatrosses for our rookery display.
 Flight Test: Fold and fly paper planes to explore the science of gliding.
Albatross Island by Matthew Newton. Matthew is a Tasmanian photographer, cinematographer, producer and director who documented the scientific research undertaken with the annual breeding albatross population as part of a residency with The Albatross Island Research Project in the summer of 2014- 2015. One of only three islands in Tasmania where the Shy Albatross breeds and it is in our own backyard!

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

Address:
50 Main Street Ulverstone

Phone: 6425 2839

Lacunae Exhibition at Hive

Lacunae at Hive (as part of the Devonport’s Tidal Festival): A unique digital art experience connecting Ulverstone and Devonport through interactive silhouettes, sound, and light. From the 6th to the 24th of January from 10am to 4pm
Lacunae is a digital artwork by Soma Lumia across three interactive spaces between Devonport and Ulverstone. Inside each space, you’ll be connected with those people occupying the other two, through layered projections, silhouettes, sound and light. It’s an exploration of technology and human communication. There are 3 great space to explore at the Tasmanian Science Centre at Hive, Devonport Regional Gallery and Tiagarra Aboriginal Cultural Centre in Devonport.

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

Address:
50 Main Street Ulverstone

Phone: 6425 2839

Greetings From Burnie

The Burnie Regional Museum in Little Alexandra Street Burnie invite you to see their latest exhibtion - Greetings from Burnie frpm the 15th of January to the 23rd from 10am to 4pm. Nestled on the picturesque North West Coast of Tasmania, Burnie has long captivated visitors with its natural beauty, industrial heritage, and vibrant culture. From its early days as a timber port in the 19th century to becoming a bustling destination for travellers seeking the serenity of its beaches and wilderness, Burnie has evolved into a gateway for adventure and discovery. “Greetings from Burnie” traces the town’s transformation over the decades, highlighting key moments in its tourism history, local landmarks, and the people who have shaped Burnie into the welcoming destination it is today.

Email: [email protected]

Address:
Burnie Regional Museum, Little Alexander St, Burnie

Phone: 6430 5850

School Holiday Fun at Hive

School Holiday Fun: Workshops, activities, and a Scientist in Residence (18 Jan–2Feb).
Scientist in residence
Alex Paton - Growing up on the west coast of Tasmania, Alex’s passion for wildlife research was sparked by the unique and wild environment she was surrounded by. She has a background in marine ecology and has steadily transitioned to terrestrial biology. Alex Paton is presenting a series of free activities in Studio 1. School holiday workshops and activities Food Webbing Nature Identification and Ecology field work. There will also be Screen printing intro – with Kate Von Rock, Crayon casting and Solar cars. Tickets are already selling fast so book online now: www.tickets.hivetasmania.com.au

Website: https://www.hivetasmania.com,au

Address:
50 Main Street Ulverstone

Phone: 6425 2839

Riverbend Camp 3 for Grade 7 – 9

The Riverbend Camps are on again with the 3rd camp for Grades 7 to 9 from January 19th to 24th. Plenty of room still available. Book now at https://www.riverbend.org.au.

Website: https://www.riverbend.org.au

Address:
358 Trowutta Rd, Scotchtown TAS 7330

Phone: 6452 1635

Forth Kayak School

The Tas Canoe Club invite you to learn about Kayaking in 3 x 1 hour sessions from the 19th to the 21st of January. Learn about paddling flat water, safety, equipment and paddling in moving water. Limited space. 9 - 11 years 4 - 5pm and 12 - 13 years at 5 - 6pm. For full details and registration contact Emily 0458 664 638

Phone: 0458 664 638

Parkside Barefoot Bowls

The South Burnie Bowls and Community Club in conjunction with Parkside Barefoot Bowls are holding a 2 Bowl Triples commencing on Wednesday 22nd January starting at 6pm for only $10 pp each week includes BBQ tea Great weekly prizes and season (8 weeks) overall prize. 2 Grades - Maximum 10 teams in each For further infprmation email [email protected] by 16th January Or phone L. Spurr 0417 331 790 or John Castles 0419 105 771

Email: [email protected]

Address:
South Burnie Bowls and Community Club

Phone: 0417 331 790

Somerset Family Funfair

The Somerset Family Funfair will be held on Wednesday the 22nd of January through to Saturday the 25th at the Anzac Park.

Address:
Anzac Park

Jackjumpers School Holiday Clinics

The Jackjumpers School Holiday Clinics will be held at the Devonport Basketball Stadium on the 23rd of January at 9am

POP Up Exhibition at Artscape

Artscape Gallery is having a 3 day POP Up Exhibition called Freda and Friends, showcasing  artworks by Freda Henshaw, who loves  the mexican artist Frida Kahlo, and NW artists who have also been inspired by Frida. It will be opened by Mayor  Mary Duniam at 6pm Friday 24th January. Mexican food, music, artwork and you can dress as Frida or husband Diego if you wish. Then exhibition continues Sat 25th, Sun 26th 10 till 2pm. Pick up for artworks on Mon 27th. Hope to see the Wynyard community out to support this colourful exhibition. Listen out for interview with Brian and  Freda Henshaw during breakfast Tuesday 21st after the 8:30am news

Address:
45 Jackson St, Wynyard

Phone: 0419 394 037

Day on the Duck

Family friendly festival. Live music, food, drinks, free kids entertainment. Buy a duck for your chance to win a cash prize in the Duck River duck race

Website: https://www.circularhead.tas.gov.au/

Email: [email protected]

Address:
West Esplanade, Smithton

Phone: 0364524803

Burnie Highland Pipe Band hosts a Scottish ‘Burns Night’ at Hellyers Road Distillery

The Burnie Highland Pipe Band hosts a Scottish ‘Burns Night’ at Hellyers Road Distillery to raise funds for the pipe band. Taking place on Saturday 25 January 2025 at Hellyers Road Distillery, the Burns Night will celebrate Scottish traditions on the birthday of Scotland’s national bard, Robert Burns. Guests will experience the traditional haggis ceremony and be treated to a Scottish inspired three-course menu, highland dancing display, poetry, piping and a performance by the Burnie Highland Pipe Band. Funds raised from the night will help support the pipe band to replace and update uniform items and provide musical tuition to the local community.  To book your tickets for the Burns Night, visit www.burniehighlandpipeband.com.au. Further information from John Hammond on email [email protected] or phone 0428 577 976

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

Email: [email protected]

Address:
Hellyers Road Distillery

Phone: 0428 577 976

Australia Day Awards

Mayor Gerard Blizzard invtes you to the Circular Head Australia Day Awards afternoon tea on Sunday the 26th January from 2pm to 4pm at the Recreation Centre in Smithton

Website: https://events.humanitix.com/2025-circular-head-australia-day-awards

Email: [email protected]

Address:
Circular Head Community and Recreation Centre
Grant Street, Smithton

Phone: 0364524803

Tasmanian Mountain Cattle’s Association Get Together

The Tasmanian Mountain Cattle's Association Annual Get Together is back in Gowrie Parl Sheffield. We are off to the foot hills for next year’s Annual Get Together. Gowrie Park is a beautiful location and we are looking forward to holding our event there on the 31st of January to the 2nd of February 2025. Exciting competition, great food and live entertainment. We are honoured to have Zac Weeks with us on the Saturday night and Alex Wadley Friday. Whip cracking, horsemanship, dog high jump and so much more. A unique family friendly event. Save the date! Look forward to seeing you there.

Website: https://tmca.net.au/

Address:
Gowrie Park Sheffield

Sheffield Flower Fest

The Sheffield Flower Fest is been held in the Sheffield Town Hall, High Street Sheffield on the weekend of the 1st and 2nd of February. The Kentish Garden Club is excited to invite you to Flower Fest 2025 - the annual flower show that fills the Town Hall with blooms. Enjoy the plant and produce stall, cut flowers, potted plants and fresh vegetable displays. The entry is only $4 adults and children under 16 are free. Check out their web site for further details

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

Address:
Sheffield Town Hall, High Street Sheffield

Blythe Heads Woodchopping Carnival

The Blythe Heads Woodchopping Carnival is on again on Saturday 1st February at the Mac Stonehouse Chopping Arena. This year’s carnival will be the richest ever held at Blythe Heads with over $20,000 in prize money up for grabs across a jam-packed day of woodchopping and sawing events. With some of Tasmania’s best talent and mainland axemen competing, you’ll be guaranteed of a great day’s entertainment. Food and refreshments will be available from the ever-popular Penguin Lions Club. Entry is by gold coin donation, helping to support the Blythe Heads Improvement Association. Come along and see why the Blythe Heads Woodchopping Carnival is classed as one of the top events on the Tasmanian chopping calendar.

Address:
Sice Avenue Blythe Heads

Challenger’s Hot Rod Show & Swap Meet

The Challenger's Hot Rod Show & Swap Meet is on again at the Forth Football Ground on Saturday the 1st of February. Drivers and under 16s are free, passengers and spectators $10 and the Swap meet sites are $15. The Swap meet kicks off from 8am to 2pm while the Car Show starts at 10am going through to 3pm. Plenty of Music - Food - Trade Stands. For Further information contact Rodney Goodsell on 0418 365 546 or David Cousins on 0407 479 898

Address:
Forth Football Ground

Phone: 0418 365 546

Combined Run Day at Maskells Road Turners Beach

The Historical Machinery Club is presenting a machinery display at the Maskell's Road site on Sunday the 2nd of February from 10am to 3pm with entry by gold coin donation. The miniature railway will be running al day for $3 per ride. Come and see an interesting display of working historic machinery, memorabilia and many other interesting displays. Further information from Allan Wilton on 0409 516 290.

Address:
Maskells Road Turners Beach

Phone: 0409 516 290

Australian Wooden Boat Festival 2025

Website: https://www.awbf.org.au

The Ridgley Community Market

The Ridgley Community Market is back in February Saturday the 8th from 9am to 1pm. All the usual attractions including haircuts, beautiful hand made goodies, yummy hot food available,  fresh vegies, freshly baked ckes. Support your local maket from 9am to 1 pm. SIGNS will be out near Ridgley fire station. The Ridgley Community Market on Saturday the 8th of February.

Address:
Ridgley Community Hall, 2 Parker, Ridgley

Symphony on the Waterfront

It’s back! After the overwhelming success of the inaugural event in 2023, TSO is returning to Devonport’s waterfront thanks to Devonport City Council and St Lukes on Saturday the 8th of February. Conducted by Jen Winley, featuring the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra and special guests. Settle back with family and friends in the landscaped surrounds of the waterfront precinct and be serenaded by your orchestra at this FREE concert. Pack a picnic, or grab supplies from Market Square, and relish the sights and sounds of St Lukes Symphony on the Waterfront. Although this is a free concert, tickets are required. From the Paranapleartscentre Web Site. Entertainment from midday - concert starts at 7pm.

Website: https://www.paranapleartscentre.com.au/events/symphony2025/

Address:
Waterfront Park, Formby Road Devonport

North West Film Society

The North West Film Society Devonport presents the film  "Stormskerry Maja" on Wednesday the 12th February at 7pm. A film based on the book series by Anni Blomqvist. Stormskerry Maja is an epic 19th Century historical drama set over the course of the breathtaking Finnish seasons on the windswept and remote Aland archipelago. All films are show at the Reading Cinemas in Best Street Devonport. Further information on the web site www.nwfs.org.au or phone 0431 484 727

Website: https://www.nwfs.org.au

Address:
Reading Cinemas in Best Street Devonport

Phone: 0431 484 727

Summerfest 25

Summerfest 25 is back for another fun-filled free family community event at Wiseman Street Reserve, Shorewell Park, Pataway/Burnie! On Saturday the 15th of February from 11am to 4pm. We're bringing you a fun-filled day packed with cultural experiences, a free communal feast, live music, kids' activities, excitement, and entertainment for the whole family! Join the Pataway Collective, Material Institute Lutruwita and local partners for this free community event. Everyone is welcome! Save the date Saturday 15th of February in Shorewell Park

Address:
Wiseman Street Reserve, Shorewell Park, Pataway/Burnie

New Mornings Fundraiser in Ulverstone

There will be a fundraiser for New Mornings in Ulverstone. New Mornings is a trusted and respected not for profit, mental health service supporting NW Tasmania.
Come along to 'A Pleasant Sunday Afternoon" on February 16th from 3pm to 7pm at Turners Beach Berry Patch. Lounge around or move and groove to the music from 2 fantastic big bands, The Zander Dad Orchestra and the SoundWeavers and the Summit Horns and support this wonderful organisation New Mornings. Promoting mental health for men and women. It’s the perfect way to kick off the year and support a great cause! Tickets can be purchased at: https://tickets.gigfindr.au/Events/Pleasant-Sunday-Afternoon

Website: https://tickets.gigfindr.au/Events/Pleasant-Sunday-Afternoon

Address:
Berry Patch Turners Beach

Weindorfer Film Festival

The Weindorfer Film Festival will involve the entry of films that have been inspired by the love of wilderness, conservation, the Weindorfer legacy at Cradle Mountain or how one or two people can make a positive differences in the world. Enteries are now open. Win the Weindorfer Award - Cash Prize!. Entries close on the 13th of April 2025. Winners will be announced and films viewed at Weindorfer Day in Wilmot on Sunday the 4th of May. Check out the web page weindorferfilmfestival.com.au. Further details by phoning 6459 0422

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

Phone: 6459 0422