Historic Boat Salvaged, Illegal Pet Discovery

Events For The Weekend

Author

David Rowe
June 13, 2025

Good Morning Hobart,

Looking like a good amount of beautiful winter time sunshine this weekend!

In Today’s Newsletter:

  • Historic Boat Salvaged

  • Property Of The Week

  • Illegal Pet Turtle Discovery

  • Macquarie Point Stadium Replica

  • Weekend Events

Historic Boat Salvaged

The 67-year-old MV Goondooloo has been salvaged from Tasmania’s D’Entrecasteaux Channel after four months underwater.

The historic wooden boat sank in February due to steering failure en route to the Wooden Boat Festival.

Owners feared it was lost, but a community effort led by divers and maritime authorities made recovery possible.

Built in 1958, Goondooloo will now undergo repairs to preserve its legacy.

Property Of The Week

7 James Avenue, Kingston Beach is a 1930s heritage home perched on nearly half an acre, offering panoramic views over Kingston Beach, Bonnet Hill, and the Derwent River.

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom property features original stone and timber construction, a sunroom with floor-to-ceiling glass, a cozy lounge with fireplace, and a charming potting shed.

The terraced backyard includes a private gate to James Lane, providing easy access to the beach. Architect-designed restoration plans are available, aiming to blend modern comfort with historical charm.

Illegal Pet Turtle Discovery

A Hobart woman has been fined $1,000 for keeping an illegal pet turtle, highlighting Tasmania's strict wildlife laws.

Julie Devine appeared in the Supreme Court after pleading guilty to possessing a restricted animal—an offence that could carry up to 21 years in prison.

Justice Michael Brett acknowledged Devine's lack of awareness but emphasized that ignorance of the law is no excuse.

Macquarie Point Stadium Replica

A timber scale model of Hobart’s proposed $945 million Macquarie Point Stadium is now on display at Red Square.

Featuring a translucent roof and a base made from Tasmanian celery top pine, the model highlights key design elements.

Created with input from local experts, it coincides with the Planning Commission’s review under the Project of State Significance process.

Events For The Weekend

Friday 13th

Location: Federation Concert Hall, Hobart
Description: The co-artistic director and conductor of the London Contemporary Orchestra curates a symphony of abstract waterscapes—melodic streams, trickling textures, currents of creation and dissolution.

Location: The Founders Room, Salamanca Arts Centre
Description: XIXA (pronounced 'Chi-cha') is an infectious nine-piece Cumbia sensation, bringing tropical sounds made for dancing!

Saturday 14th

Location: Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre
Description: Dive into the city’s rich history, explore the vibrant Salamanca and the picturesque Battery Point with a knowledgeable guide leading the way. Perfect for photo enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this tour offers a deep dive into the heart and soul of Hobart.

🚲️ Ride The Night To Dark Park | 5:45PM

Location: 40 Molle St, Hobart
Description: Light up the night! Join a glowing community ride through Hobart’s inner-city streets and bike lanes. Dress in lights, costume, and mofo flair as we roll together toward Dark Park.

Location: Black Buffalo Hotel, North Hobart
Description: Create a beautiful Turkish mosaic lamp in Tasmania with the experts from Art Masterclass. Drawing on techniques from this 500 year-old ancient craft, you will learn how to assemble your own design using a variety of coloured tiles.

Location: Lady Jane Cruises, Franklin Whrf, Hobart
Description: Come join us for a night of dancing, drinks, connection, laughter, and glamour! Open to all mums of all ages. Dress code - party/cocktail style with some glitz and glamour.

Sunday 15th

Location: Princes Wharf 1, Hobart
Description: Solstice banquet. Face the fire and feast en masse. Glut yourself on decadent offerings from 70+ stallholders, amidst a nightly spectacle of live music and roving performance.

⏺️ Grinners Second Hand Market | 4:00PM

Location: 132-138 Elizabeth St, Hobart
Description: Welcome to the monthly Grinners second hand market! Every month we’ll have select stall holders upstairs offering everything under $50, we’ll even have a freebies table!

🍸️ World Gin Day | 4:00PM

Location: 26 Montpelier Rtt, Battery Point
Description: Celebrate the marvellous thing, that is GIN with the rest of the world on Saturday 14th of June at your favourite Hobart GIN bar.

🔥 The Burning - Dark Mofo | 6:00PM

Location: 41 Evans St, Hobart
Description: Come together as we set aflame our Maugean skate-shaped ogoh-ogoh—and with it, our fears—in a communal ritual of smoke, fire, and noise. Warning: Crowded environment, airborne embers—dress accordingly.

Location: 63 Salamanca Place, Hobart
Description: Temperatures have dropped and the fires are roaring, join us at The Den for some late-night jazz, tempting cocktails & grooves. Gus Leighton is an Tasmanian contemporary tenor saxophonist based in Tasmania. He will be joined by fellow musician Mark Schmalfauss.

Monday 16th

Location: MyState Bank Arena
Description: This winter, MyState Bank Arena is transforming into SHIVER – the state’s only real ice rink! From 16 June to 27 July 2025, visitors can lace up their skates and glide across a massive 30m x 15m rink, bringing a true frosty adventure to Hobart.