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Kindness Campaign, Lego Store Coming Soon
Events For The Weekend
David Rowe
September 05, 2025
Good Morning Hobart,
The weather is looking decent for the weekend, getting quite warm on Sunday, with a few showers possible.
In today’s newsletter:
Mövenpick Hotel Kindness Campaign
Property Of The Week
Lego Store Coming To Hobart
Tassie Tour Guide Wins Major Award
Helping Hands For Tassie Wildlife
Events For The Weekend
Mövenpick Hotel Kindness Campaign
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart is extending its support for the Hobart Women’s Shelter through the global Kilo of Kindness campaign.
For two years, the initiative has collected hundreds of kilos of pantry staples and hygiene products, donated by guests and staff to help women and children in crisis.
Running from 13 October to 4 November 2025, the campaign aligns with Hobart’s Warm Hearts program, showcasing how local businesses can make a meaningful difference through everyday acts of kindness.
Property Of The Week
Elegance meets tranquility at this architecturally designed stand-alone residence within the exclusive Woodlands Apartments. Set among towering gums, the home captures breathtaking views of the River Derwent from both levels.
Upstairs, open-plan living flows from a granite-appointed kitchen to a balcony perfect for entertaining.
Downstairs, three spacious bedrooms include a master suite with ensuite, deck, and spa bathroom.
With private yard, undercover parking, and access to shared pool and gym, this home offers modern luxury just 10 minutes from Hobart’s CBD.
The Surprising Organ Behind Belly Fat*
Scientists recently uncovered a hidden link between liver health and stubborn belly fat—learn how restoring your liver’s “fat-burning furnace” can supercharge energy and trim your waistline.
Lego Store Coming To Hobart
Lego is set to open its first Tasmanian store in Hobart’s Elizabeth Street Mall, taking over the former Rivers outlet at 38 Elizabeth Street.
The heritage-listed Romanesque-style building, constructed in 1917, will be transformed with Lego’s trademark brick-pattern cladding, illuminated signage, and interactive lightboxes.
Lego’s Asia Pacific Director said the store will act as a creative hub, offering play experiences, displays, and events for families, while respecting Hobart’s heritage character.
The project aims to attract both locals and visitors.
Tassie Tour Guide Wins Major Award
Tasmanian tour guide Cat Davidson from Inala Nature Tours has been named Australia’s Top Tour Guide for 2025 at a ceremony in Canberra.
Known for blending science with storytelling, Davidson was praised for showcasing Tasmania’s natural environment and creating meaningful visitor experiences.
The win follows her earlier success as the inaugural Tassie Tour Guide Award recipient.
Tasmanian towns also shone nationally, with Deloraine and Devonport each securing silver medals in the Australia’s Top Tourism Town Awards.
Helping Hands For Tassie Wildlife
Staff at ibis Styles Hobart swapped uniforms for work gloves, joining Wildlife Safe Tasmania in a hands-on working bee to support injured and orphaned animals.
The team painted nesting boxes, planted trees, and even built a bandicoot bungalow, learning valuable wildlife care skills along the way.
Their efforts not only aided local conservation but also enriched guest experiences, with staff now sharing authentic insights.
The initiative aligns with Hobart’s Warm Hearts campaign, showcasing kindness and community spirit.
Events For The Weekend
Friday 5th
🍷 Wine Tasting With Yellow Point | 3:00PM
Location: 158 Murray Street, Hobart
Description: Join us at Hop Vine & Still on Friday, 5th September from 3–7pm for a special tasting with Yellow Point Wines Yellow Point Vineyard — a small-batch Tasmanian wine producer, crafted by Kerry in beautiful Birchs Bay.
📚️ Hobart Silent Book Club | 5:30PM
Location: 131 Collins St Hobart
Description: There are no ‘reading books’ prescribed: you simply bring a book you are reading, or want to read, and then have an hour of uninterrupted reading time. There is no requirement for you to discuss your book with anyone either.
🍎 LJ Parks Live At The Apple Shed | 6:30PM
Location: 2064 Huon Hwy, Grove
Description: LJ Parks is a nipaluna (Hobart) based artist with a powerful voice, dynamic guitar riffs and playfully wry lyrics. Her music combines elements of contemporary folk, outlaw country and alternative rock with roguish charm and whimsical irreverence.
Saturday 6th
🔈️ The Last Word - Hobart | 7:00PM & Sunday @ 7PM
Location: The Hidden Theatre St Johns Ave, New Town
Description: Written and performed by Imogen Whittaker. A collection of original music and anecdotes, The Last Word captures the heartfelt, comedic and infuriating ways relationships can start and end. A reflection of Imogen’s mid-20s, and drawing musical influences from Gillian Cosgriff, Missy Higgins and Tim Minchin.
Location: Federation Concert Hall Hobart
Description: Join the Tasmanian Youth Orchestra, the TYO Tasmanian Youth Chorale and TYO Alumni under the direction of TYO Chief Conductor Thomas Rimes, TYO Associate Conductor Alexander Rodrigues and TYO Tasmanian Youth Chorale Conductor Madeleine Dyer for a fabulous concert.
👩🎤 Grease Sing Along Movie Party | 7:30PM
Location: Kingborough Community Hub, Kingston
Description: Our Dirty Dancing Movie Party was such a huge success we went back to the drawing board and now bring you the Grease Movie Party! So what did you do all summer?
Sunday 7th
🍕 Community Bake Days | 11:00AM
Location: Legacy Park, Queens Domain Hobart
Description: Community Bake Days are held every second Sunday throughout the year at Legacy Park. Pack your favourite recipe for cooking in the wood-fired ovens with the help of our Oven Coordinator.
🟩 Fathers Day At Irish Murphys | 11:30AM - 8:00PM
Location: Irish Murphys Hobart
Description: This Father’s Day, raise a glass to the man of the hour! Bring Dad down for a feed or a pint and we’ll greet him with a free pot of Cascade Draught on arrival. Good craic, great grub, and a proper Irish welcome, that’s how we do Father’s Day.
🦑 Fathers Day Set Menu At Macq 01 | From 12:00PM
Location: 18 Hunter St, Hobart
Description: Celebrate Father’s Day at our new Hobart venue with a shared feast showcasing the best of Tasmanian produce. Enjoy a four-course menu designed for two or more, crafted for an indulgent yet relaxed dining experience.
🎙️Groove Open Mic Band Jam | 7:30PM
Location: 101 Harrington Street, Hobart
Description: Come and join us for a night of music and fun at "The Groove" Whether you're a musician or just a music lover, this is the perfect opportunity to come and jam with like-minded individuals.
🥁 Soli | 8:00PM
Location: Battery Point Community Hall
Description: Celebrating five years of operation, Ensemble Mania presents a program of unconventional duos from some of our favourite composers in and outside Tasmania, including premieres from Russell Gilmour, Simon Reade, and Holly Caldwell.
Monday 8th
Location: Hobart Town Hall
Description: Come and meet the sector and together create social change one story at a time. The event will be followed by a networking session. Nibbles and drinks will be available.
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