Hobart Wild Weather, Crackdown On Hoons

Events For The Week

Author

David Rowe
September 16, 2025

Good Morning Hobart,

Hope you had a great weekend.

In Today’s Newsletter:

  • Hobart Wild Weather

  • Restaurant Of The Week

  • Crackdown On Hoons

  • New Retirement Village Planned

  • Charges For Jewellery Smash And Grab

  • Events For The Week

Hobart Wild Weather

Tasmanians are still recovering after damaging winds swept across Hobart on Sunday night, cutting power to nearly 2,800 homes.

Gusts reached 102km/h in the CBD and an intense 145km/h on kunanyi/Mt Wellington. Power outages hit Blackmans Bay, Bonnet Hill, Kingston and Kingston Beach.

The Bureau of Meteorology warned conditions would worsen into Monday and Tuesday, with rain, thunderstorms and snow to 900m.

TasNetworks crews have been working to restore services.

Restaurant Of The Week

Located at 327 Argyle Street, North Hobart, The Waggon celebrates Tasmania’s finest paddock-to-plate produce with a modern twist.

From Cape Grim beef to Bruny Island oysters, every dish is crafted with care and local flavour.

Guests can enjoy the stylish restaurant, relaxed bistro, private accommodation, or the lively beer garden.

With warm hospitality and a focus on sustainability, The Waggon is a must-visit destination for dining, events, or simply unwinding in style.

Crackdown On Hoons

Tasmania Police have launched Operation Full Stop in Risdon Vale and Clarendon Vale to combat persistent hooning.

Using drones, trail bikes and targeted patrols, police aim to catch offenders “in the act” at known hotspots.

Inspector Andrew Keane said residents were “sick and tired” of reckless driving, which he likened to “firing a bullet down a street”.

Police warned offenders risk losing their cars as part of the crackdown.

New Retirement Village Planned

Christian Homes Tasmania has submitted plans for a 44-unit retirement village at Lot 555 Alfreds Garden in Kingston.

The $110m provider already operates aged care facilities across Kingborough and has approval for a neighbouring aged care home.

The proposal includes duplexes, a community hub with shared lounge, kitchen and library, and conservation of 2.16 hectares of bushland.

Some high-value trees would be removed, with $213,000 in offsets. Public submissions close September 26.

Charges For Jewellery Smash And Grab

A 33-year-old man has been charged over the July jewellery store smash-and-grab in Hobart’s Murray Street, but the stolen watches and rings remain missing.

Thieves forced entry around 2am, smashing through the shopfront before fleeing with jewellery, and torching a stolen car on Collins Street.

Detectives tracked the alleged offender after weeks of searches, seizing items but not the missing jewellery.

The man faces burglary, stealing and vehicle theft charges in court this November.

Events For The Week

Tuesday 16th

🤾 Drop In Dodgeball | 7:30PM

Location: 300 Liverpool St Hobart
Description: If you’ve seen the movie or perhaps you remember the game from primary school then you know exactly what sort of fun you are in for. If you’ve never heard of dodgeball you are in for a treat.

Wednesday 17th

📷️ Sunset Street Photo Walk | 4:00PM

Location: 66 Elizabeth Mall, Hobart
Description: Canon and Camera House Hobart would like to invite you on a sunset street photography walk.

Location: 15 Liverpool St, Hobart
Description: Starring Olympic Swimming Legend Shane Gould, Nowhere Else on Earth is a breathtaking celebration of Tasmania’s extraordinary marine world. Featuring stunning underwater imagery and the powerful stories of Tasmanians who share a deep connection to the sea.

Thursday 18th

Location: 16 Evans St, Hobart
Description: Let’s enjoy together the Chilean fiestas Patrias season with Salsa Sol. We will make this very special empanadas for you to enjoy with us!

🔥Burning Pub | 4:00PM

Location: Jack Greene Salamanca Place Hobart
Description: Aurora is coming up in November, come and share your ideas, hopes and dreams for the next burn. Whether you’re a regular or just curious about what we’re all about, this is your chance to meet the community and share the energy that makes it all happen.

Location: 55 Hampden Rd, Battery Point
Description: Expect brain-bending questions, icy cold beers, good laughs—and great prizes.

Friday 19th

🥚Huge Tradie Breakfast | 5:45AM

Location: 6-8 Patrick St, Hobart
Description: Join us at Clennett's Mitre 10 Hobart for breakfast to support Tradie Mental Health 🗣️🧠 The morning will include a run/jog/walk for a 30 minute loop, free breakfast, and special presentation from Mitch McPherson from SPEAK UP!

Location: 67 Argyle Street, Hobart
Description: Dive Blackmans Bay South with Divemaster Jody! Meeting at the southern end of the beachfront carpark. Expect a leisurely 5-10 metre dive accessed via shore entry.

🎶 Small, Short, Sweet | 1:00PM

Location: 19 Collins St, Hobart
Description: The University of Tasmania's Student Music Collective presents a diverse program of chamber music, performed by students from the Conservatorium of Music.

🦞 Hobart Twilight Market | 4:30PM

Location: 12 Franklin Whrf, Hobart
Description: The market showcases a superb range of Tasmanian eats and drinks, alongside a unique selection of design stalls. Adding to the atmosphere is a quality range of live local music.