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Chocolate Winterfest is Latrobe's wickedly delicious festival celebrating all things chocolate. It is no coincidence that the Latin name for cocoa, from which chocolate is made, translates as "food of the gods". Some cultures even valued chocolate more than gold, and who could blame them. Just the mere mention of chocolate turns heads and that's what Chocolate Winterfest, Latrobe will do to you. Chocolate Winterfest, Latrobe will indulge, inform, astound, amuse but above all celebrate chocolate as you escape from the bleakness of winter. Be indulged by events individually or successively as you immerse in this chocolate experience. Don't deny one of life's pleasures - join us at Latrobe on the central northern coast of Tasmania for this unique celebration.

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The Stanley and Tarkine Forage Festival celebrates the beauty and abundance of the north west, inviting culinary adventurers to experience the best of Tassie's most delicious region. Join the local buzz of the Stanley Street Feast, indulge in the Taste The Region degustation with Josh Perry and feed your curiosity with Meet the Producers events. This and so much more awaits in a region known for having the cleanest air in the world!

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Warm up your winter with a decadent hot chocolate experience at Cradle Mountain Lodge. Nestled in Tasmania's alpine wilderness, this seasonal offering is the perfect way to indulge after a day exploring the mountain or relaxing fireside. Available daily from the Tavern Bar & Bistro, each handcrafted hot chocolate is inspired by the surrounding landscape — think spiced, floral, boozy, or rich and velvety blends, crafted to capture the essence of winter in every sip. Whether you're visiting for a weekend or just passing through, this winter experience is the perfect way to slow down and savour the season in one of Tasmania's most iconic wilderness settings. No bookings required. Available for a limited time during the winter season.

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Delve into the magic of clay with this hands-on creative experience at Fulton Creek Farm, a beautiful private property in the heart of North West Tasmania. Join an intimate group for a guided class with landowner and ceramic artist Anna McNeill. Learn the basics of handbuilding with clay and create your very own ceramic platter. Upon arrival, you are invited to explore the immediate natural surrounds and forage for textural elements like seedpods, leaves and bark. You may also bring your own; perhaps you have treasured shells, antique lacework or other found objects you find inspiring. These can all be used to add your own unique marks and patterns into your masterpiece. Let your creativity flow! All materials, tools and firing of your work is provided and light refreshments are included. Perfect for beginners as well as the experienced artist. Please book early as places are limited to ensure an intimate experience.

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Don Market, is one of the oldest markets on the northwest coast of Tasmania and has been operating for over 48 years. A dynamic, ever evolving market boasts both indoor and outdoor stalls(weather permitting). A great range of stalls - from fresh fruit and vegetables, to plant stalls, regular craft and makers products, new handbags, bric-a-brac and so much more and a sit-down or takeaway cafe in the back of the hall. We have regular weekly stallholders and also transient stalls which come alternate weeks or even just drop in once or just now and then. This adds to the interest and the market is usually not the same two weeks in a row. The hall itself shares some historical values maintaining its old fashioned façade and noticeboards of years gone by, and from the Don Memorial Hall where the market is held, you can look across the road to the Don River and the popular Don Railway.

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As part of the Tasmanian Tourism OFF SEASON campaign we are doing Winter Warmers for the cold winter months. Every Wednesday, enjoy a cosy dining experience within view of a beautiful garden, by treating yourself to a wholesome warm meal and delicious dessert. Fresh Tasmanian sourced ingredients and a glass of quality Tasmanian wine included.

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Artificial Intelligence was born in 1956, went through some awkward teenage years (also known as "AI Winters"), and then, to almost everyone's surprise, came roaring back with tools like ChatGPT. Today, AI is the fastest-growing industry in the history of capitalism and devours around 20% of the world's research and development (R&D) budget. That's a lot of brainpower (artificial or otherwise). Join Dr Karl as he connects the dots between the tech booms of yesterday, from the family car to the first home computers and today's mind-bending AI explosion. Along the way, he'll share how AI has been used to attack and discredit him, and how he's now turning the tables to make it a Force for Good. Expect real science stuff, genuinely funny (not artificially generated) stories, a few unexpected detours and of course, question time with prizes.

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This August, Tasmania's Central Coast transforms as Disrupted Tides lights up Penguin's coastline with an immersive sound and light show by artist Alex Moss, part of the Light Up the Central North West series. Projected onto the Penguin Uniting Church, this powerful piece invites you to reflect on the balance between progress and nature. Using the image of a single railway track, a symbol of human movement and industry, Disrupted Tides contrasts the quiet strength of the local landscape with the relentless push of progress, prompting us to consider what we gain and what we lose when we move forward without pause. Your winter weekend in Penguin doesn't stop there. Head to Penguin Beer Co for Crackle by Candlelight, where cosy fires and cold pints set the scene for a relaxed gathering with friends. Or venture underground for a guided tour of the Gunns Plains Caves, complete with a live didgeridoo performance by Charlie, adding a haunting, beautiful soundtrack to the natural wonder of the caves. It's a weekend of storytelling, art, connection, and celebration, set against the charm of a town full of history and heart.