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Bricks

17 Saturday Mar 2018

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Sometimes, a photo challenge prompt gets into my subconscious. I have been noticing bricks, in various situations and locations.IMG_2477IMG_2952IMG_3022IMG_2421

1833 is part of a sculpture trail, marking the date of the “new wharf” in Hobart when locally quarried sandstone warehouses were built to serve the influx of ships that loaded and unloaded cargoes of wheat and timber, livestock and leather, rum and flour, salt pork and muskets.IMG_2954

Old buildings made from bricks with these broad arrows, bricks that were convict made and were government property. The arrow supposedly prevented pilfering.

This Memorial Wall contains many original headstones of the early European Settlers in Hobart. The wall is in St David’s Park, which was the site of a cemetery until 1872.IMG_E2881

More Faces in the Crowd

24 Saturday Feb 2018

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A local Jazz Festival has been running all week, with free twilight concerts at various parks and a foreshore boardwalk.

Due to predicted inclement weather, the weekend events were moved to a marquee. We spent the afternoon and evening listening to three different bands, with differing music styles and sounds. We joined others to be faces in the crowd.IMG_2150IMG_2124IMG_2143IMG_2108IMG_2142

A Face in the Crowd

Weekly Photo Challenge – A face in the crowd

23 Friday Feb 2018

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Earlier this month, the Australian Naval ship, HMAS Hobart, visited her home city. The crew paraded through our streets, for a “freedom of the city” presentation. IMG_1447IMG_1458IMG_1455

The hundreds of people, in identical uniforms, as well as the crowd of supporters, were all faces in the crowd.

I am humming “Waltzing Matilda” as I post these photos, remembering the parade.IMG_1459

A Face in the Crowd

Artists at Work

20 Tuesday Feb 2018

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This week, Hobart is hosting a “Vibrance Festival”. Seven days of live painting in a back lane in the city centre.IMG_1894IMG_1891IMG_1867

As well as the artists, there will be live music and DJ’s, local food, coffee van and a small bar.

Wander down the lane or take a seat and watch the images come to life. I’ll visit again in a few days to share the finished art.IMG_1893IMG_1865IMG_1880

Welcome to Hobart

11 Sunday Feb 2018

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This week’s photo challenge is “Tour Guide” so join me for a peak at this delightful city at the bottom of Australia.

Let’s stroll along the waterfront. Fishing boats, cruise ships, yachts, cafes, bars and restaurants, history and links to the Antarctic.H waterfront 1
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The waterfront leads to Salamanca Place, old sandstone warehouses from the 1830’s. More restaurants and a special Saturday market.IMG_1286
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There are parks, coastal paths and local beaches to explore.
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We could drive to the summit of Mount Wellington or Mount Nelson for stunning views.IMG_0985IMG_8254

Or we could take a tour bus, horse and carriage, ferry or tall ship cruise.

Hobart is the capital of the island state of Tasmania, sitting at 42°South and 147°East. The city nestles between Mount Wellington and the River Derwent estuary. The population is approximately 222,000. The city is home to art, theatre, museums, music, festivals, regattas, farm markets, delicious locally sourced food and drink. There is always something going on, which is easily accessible. Hobart is a perfect place to live or visit.ORG_DSC01182

Hope you enjoyed this virtual tour. Join me, in checking out these Tour Guide posts from this global blogging community. Enjoy the tours!

Queen’s Baton Relay in Hobart

09 Friday Feb 2018

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The Queen’s Baton Relay is similar to the Olympic Torch Relay, but for the Commonwealth Games. The baton carries a message from the Queen, which begins its journey at Buckingham Palace and finishes when the message is read aloud at the Opening Ceremony of the Games.

This year’s Commonwealth Games is being held on Australia’s Gold Coast in April.

“The thousands of people who carry the baton are local legends, nominated by their peers for achievements and contributions to their community. The baton bearers represent the spirit of the Commonwealth and inspire others to be great.”

Today the Queen’s Baton Relay arrived in Hobart.IMG_1397IMG_1417

Several roads were closured for the relay during morning and evening rush hour, causing the below cartoon in this morning’s newspaper 🙂IMG_1425

But before we get to the Commonwealth Games, there are the Winter Olympics to enjoy.

A different view of Hobart

28 Sunday Jan 2018

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I’ve posted lots of photos of this city, but earlier this month we had a bird’s eye view from the top of the tallest building in Tasmania.

We visited the revolving restaurant, seventeen floors above the city, so it was interesting to get a different view of the river, marinas, a visiting cruise ship, of Mount Wellington.IMG_E9983IMG_9986IMG_0014IMG_9991

Also views of our apartment block, from above. We look out towards the casino, from our lounge and balcony. I walk past the casino on my way into the city.IMG_E9997

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Our timing was ideal, as day turned to dusk. As the light faded outside, night lights appeared and reflections increased. The meal was delicious with some throw-back touches to the 1970’s and 80’s. Steak cooked at the table, followed by a flamboyant Crepe Suzette.

Wrest Point Hotel Casino, Australia’s first legal casino, opened on 10 February 1973. The 73-meter-tall, dodecagonal hotel tower, with a revolving restaurant, was designed by Sir Roy Grounds. It is a landmark that is nationally identified with Hobart. The complex has expanded over the years now including several restaurants, boardwalk, conference center that hosts art exhibitions, live music, comedy, dances. It’s a popular place for locals and tourists.

Variations on a Theme

Sandy Bay Regatta

26 Friday Jan 2018

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“Sandy Bay Regatta is one of the longest running regattas in the world, having commenced in 1849. Like many regattas, it came from working sea-farers testing their skills against their mates. Sports like sailing and rowing became the main draw-cards for the public.”

Nowadays, it is a major Australia Day celebration in Hobart. As well as hosting the city’s Citizenship Ceremony, the regatta is a mix of activities on the water, the beach and the grass.

We had a fun day watching tug of war, dragon boats races, boot throwing competition, kayak races, sailing, kids surf life-saving club activities, paddle boarding and a wind surf dash.

Water polo was a new addition to the programme this year and proved to be very popular.

There was an array of food vans, live music, kid’s games. A fun day for all the family. The endless variety of a regatta.

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Variations on a Theme

MONA FOMA – Festival of Music and Art

22 Monday Jan 2018

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I’ve written previously about Hobart’s MONA – Museum of Old and New Art.

Each year they hold a Festival of Music and Art – FOMA.

We went to the festival on Saturday, a full day of music on various stages, both outdoors and within the museum galleries. Musicians are invited from across the globe. We listened to a cellist from Baghdad, a Patagonian folk trio, a Sudanese singer, a classical pianist from Ukraine, soul singer from USA, Tasmanian choirs and jazz orchestra.IMG_0509IMG_0478IMG_0531IMG_0516

It is intriguing when you don’t know the musicians or their music. The festival is always an eclectic mix of sounds, creativity, people, in such a great space.

The museum has recently expanded with a new wing, new art installations, new walkways and a new tapas bar and lounge.IMG_0500IMG_0497IMG_0502IMG_0495IMG_0489IMG_0526

MONA is one of Hobart’s special places.

Pink hammocks

21 Sunday Jan 2018

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Yesterday we participated in this intriguing interactive art installation, that is part of Hobart’s MONA FOMA weekend. (Museum of Old and New Art, Festival of Music and Art.)IMG_0555

We relaxed in these cocoon like hammocks, with sensors that picked up our heartbeat. The gentle sway was quite hypnotic and totally relaxing. The heartbeats formed an audio background but felt internal, somehow adding to a sense of silence and peace.


Silence