From Hobart Newsletter

Friday 6 March

Author

David Rowe
March 06, 2026

Good Morning Hobart,

The weather is looking pretty good for the weekend.

In todays newsletter:

  • Jellyfish Washed Ashore

  • Real Estate Focus

  • Salmon Farms Lose Antibiotic Permit

  • Hobart Harbour Clean Up

  • Events For The Weekend

Jellyfish Washed Ashore

Hundreds of moon jellyfish washed ashore at Long Beach in Sandy Bay on Wednesday, covering parts of the shoreline and making it difficult for beachgoers to walk along the sand.

The Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania said the mass stranding is a natural event that occurs when conditions favour rapid jellyfish growth and calm waters allow them to gather near shore.

While the sight was dramatic, moon jellyfish are generally harmless and cause only mild stings if touched.

Real Estate Focus

Property Of The Week

An elevated mid-century home at 19 McGuinness Crescent, Lenah Valley is offering panoramic views across Hobart following an extensive renovation completed around two years ago.

The four-bedroom, three-bathroom residence features light-filled living spaces that open onto a large entertaining deck, with a second lower deck overlooking landscaped gardens.

The flexible floorplan includes a private master suite upstairs and a lower-level rumpus room with guest accommodation. Located close to Lenah Valley shops, schools and walking trails, the property offers stylish family living just minutes from the Hobart CBD.

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Salmon Farms Lose Antibiotic Permit

Australia’s veterinary medicines regulator has suspended Tasmania’s salmon farming industry from using the emergency antibiotic florfenicol after traces were detected in wild fish near aquaculture leases.

The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority said the permit was revoked due to an “unacceptable risk” of antibiotic residue exposure to wildlife.

The emergency permit had been granted in November to help producers manage a disease outbreak in Tasmania’s south-eastern biosecurity zone.

Hobart Harbour Clean Up

Divers removed more than 2,200 invasive Northern Pacific seastars and a range of dumped rubbish from Hobart’s waterfront during an underwater Clean Up Australia event on Sunday.

Around 50 volunteers collected 120 kilograms of the pest species beneath the Port of Hobart in just 90 minutes, while also hauling up e-scooters, shopping trolleys, bikes and other debris.

The clean-up, organised by TasPorts, the University of Tasmania Dive Club and Invasive Seastar Clean Up Tasmania, aims to protect the Derwent’s marine environment from the destructive invasive species.

Events For The Weekend

Friday 6th

🎵 Mark Wilkinson Live | 6:00pm

Location: Grinners Dive Bar
Description: Award-winning singer songwriter, Mark Wilkinson, brings his soul-stirring live show to Hobart for a special intimate evening at Grinners Dive Bar.

Saturday 7th

🐟️ Tasmania’s Seafood Festival | Begins 11:00am

Location: Victoria Dock, Hobart
Description: Ahoy seafood lovers!! Tasmania’s Seafood Festival is a new event ready to make waves on the Hobart waterfront on the 7-9 of March!

🕯️ Sip N Pour - Family Friendly | 12:00pm

Location: 52 Melville St, Hobart
Description: Bring the family together for a creative and colourful afternoon at our Family Friendly Sip N’ Pour! Designed for ages 10+ and perfect for parents, grandparents, teens, and friends, this hands-on candle-making workshop is all about fun, imagination, and quality time.

🍖 Tassie’s Barbecue Festival | Begins 12:00pm

Location: Hobart Regatta Grounds
Description: We’re firing up the Regatta Grounds for Tasmania’s only dedicated Barbecue Festival. Smoked and grilled, low-n-slow or charcoal seared ...... this is a two day feast cooked over flame and coals.

Location: Ian Potter Recital Hall
Description: Known for her unmistakable voice, musical intelligence, and enduring connection with audiences, Karen remains one of Australia’s most respected and recognisable performers.

Sunday 8th

🥐 Judbury Market | 10:00am to 2:00pm

Location: Calvert Park, 1273 Glen Huon Road, Judbury
Description: Just a scenic 15-minute drive from Huonville, the market offers a vibrant mix of artisan stalls, Tasmanian woodcrafts, homemade goods, and delicious food and beverages.

Location: 63 Salamanca place, Hobart
Description: Picture this: You're sitting by our outdoor fires, a delicious drink in hand, some of our famous bao buns on the way, and you're listening to the incredible sounds of Hobart's best local acoustic performers.

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