Full Stadium Costing, New Cancer Wellness Centre

Events For The Weekend

Author

David Rowe
September 12, 2025

Good Morning Hobart

The forecast is looking good for the weekend, in particular on Sunday.

In today’s newsletter:

  • Full Stadium Costing?

  • Property Of The Week

  • New Cancer Wellness Centre

  • Illegal Vape Sting

  • Richmond Maze Sold To Overseas Buyer

  • Events For The Weekend

Full Stadium Costing?

Parliament has backed a motion requiring the government to release full cost estimates for the proposed $945 million Macquarie Point stadium before MPs vote.

Independent Kristie Johnston pushed for transparency, with Labor supporting via amendments.

Treasurer Eric Abetz warned delays could add 5% per year, but Labor leader Josh Willie stressed the need for accountability.

The Tasmanian Planning Commission will hand down its report on September 17, with parliament to decide the project’s fate.

Property Of The Week

1/10 Yachtsmans Way, Tranmere. This stylish townhouse offers spectacular water and mountain views, sun-filled living and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow.

The open-plan upper level features polished floors, a sleek kitchen with island bench, and a large sundeck perfect for entertaining.

Three bedrooms and three bathrooms provide flexibility, while the double garage with internal access adds convenience.

With playgrounds, foreshore trails, beaches, and Hobart’s CBD just minutes away, this home balances lifestyle and location.

New Cancer Wellness Centre

Hobart City Council has approved a $24 million redevelopment of the heritage-listed former Theatre Royal Hotel on Campbell Street into the SHE Cancer Wellness Centre.

Backed by $20m in government and philanthropic funding, the four-storey facility will feature consulting rooms, 11 accommodation units for patients and carers, and communal health spaces.

Chair Scott Harris said the project, due in 2027, will fill a critical gap in Tasmanian cancer support, reducing the need for interstate travel.

Illegal Vape Sting

Five Hobart retail businesses have been caught with commercial quantities of illegal vapes during a two-day enforcement operation by the TGA, Department of Health and Tasmania Police.

Authorities seized large amounts of vapes and tobacco, part of a national crackdown that has already removed over 12 million illegal vapes worth $600m.

Under current laws, vapes can only be supplied via pharmacies with a prescription. Retailers face multimillion-dollar fines or even prison for breaches.

Richmond Maze Sold To Overseas Buyer

One of Tasmania’s most iconic attractions, the Richmond Maze, has been sold to an international buyer after strong local and global interest.

Located at 13 Bridge Street, the property features two unique mazes, landscaped gardens, and a café/restaurant.

Ray White Commercial Tasmania said the distinctive freehold asset, enhanced by recent upgrades, drew strong investor demand.

The new owner is expected to build on its reputation as a key tourism drawcard in the historic town.

Events For The Weekend

Friday 12th

Location: Space 109, Salamanca Arts Centre,
Description: Keith Lane’s research into European marine painters of the sublime has allowed him to develop his own “appropriate visual language” to depict Tasmania’s coast. Informed by the works of Achenbach, Larson and Gudin (and of course Turner) there is imagery centuries deep.

Location: The Peacock Theatre, 77 Salamanca Place Battery Point
Description: Each film has been carefully chosen to show women achieving their personally adventurous goals. Adventure doesn’t always mean being the fastest, going the highest, or doing the most extreme things.

Saturday 13th

Location: 71 Murray Street, Hobart
Description: Come explore our new shared vintage space, discover hand-picked pieces, and celebrate with the Hobart creative community. Whether you’re here for the clothes, the music, or just the atmosphere.

🩰 Danceweekender | 12:05PM

Location: Theatre Royal Hobart
Description: This year six dance groups will share their style of dance. Feel free to come for half an hour or the whole afternoon. Registration is essential.

Location: 131 Collins St, Hobart
Description: Cat Rabbit is a textile artist based in Naarm/Melbourne. Using felt, recycled and vintage fabrics, Cat hand stitches plush sculptural works of her imagined characters and the worlds they might live in.

Location: 11 Franklin Wharf Hobart
Description: Fancy going out for a dance but not keen on sacrificing the next day? We've got you covered! Bed By 10 is a chance for ravers over 30 to relive the peak of the 80s, 90s & early 2000s clubbing scene!

💃 Stay ChatTY Gala Ball | 6:30PM

Location: Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
Description: The greatest event on the Tasmanian Mental Health Calendar is back! Join us for the 2025 SPEAK UP! Stay ChatTY Gala Ball, a night of purpose, celebration, and connection — all in support of mental health and suicide prevention across Tasmania. 

Location: Theatre Royal Hobart
Description: I love a good meander, a nice big walk where your mind gets to wander, and you think about the big things in life. Sometimes after a while you find yourself asking questions like “Is this the same path I started on?…

Sunday 14th

🍅 Farm Gate Market | 8:30AM

Location: 104 Bathurst St Hobart
Description: In 2009 Farmy began with an honest and simple philosophy: if you couldn’t eat it, drink it, grow it, or meet the producer, then you wouldn’t find it at Farmy. That ethos has always held true. Now, that little carpark farmers’ market that began with just 12 producers now hosts a street-side seasonal cast of over 200.

Location: Pipeline Track, Fern Tree
Description: This mountain biking session is the perfect for any member of the family who wants to learn the fundamentals of mountain biking including body position, braking, cornering and more.

Location: 23 Salamanca Square, Hobart,
Description: Come get your Sunday on at Botanica! Make a booking to ensure your group secures a spot to pull up. And, yes - you can get a $10 Parmi.