Hobart is the 2nd oldest city in the country and Australia's smallest capital city. City rests at the foot of Mount Wellington and on the banks of serene Derwent River. Tasmanian Aboriginal people of Mouheneer tribe had lived here for thousands of years. In 1803 the Lady Nelson sailed from Sydney; most of the people on board were soldiers and settlers, but 21 men and three women were Tasmanian – than “Van Diemen’s Land’s” first convicts. The site of Hobart Town in the early 1800's was largely selected because of the presence of fresh water. For about the first 10 years there were more convicts than free settlers. Hobart was named after Robert Hobart, Earl of Buckinghamshire, England’s Secretary of State for War and Colonial Secretary. By 1827 Hobart was a prosperous port with an estimated residents of 5 000. During the 1820s martial law was proclaimed, which gave white soldiers the right to arrest or shoot on sight any Aboriginal. Aboriginal people were hunted and killed and by 1876 Tasmania's last Aborigine was dead. Hobart has been capable to retain a good share out of its colonial heritage. The waterfront has always been the cultural heart and the centre of Hobart’s life. City has a picturesque history of hotels, taverns and inns. At one stage there was one pub for every 16 homes in Hobart. In the 1800s pubs were gathering places where farmers, convicts and sailors could sip their beer, have a meal and sleep, and were also entertainment venues for dancing, wrestling, gambling and cock fights. The most famous of Hobart's industries is the Cadbury - Schweppes factory at Claremont where chocolates and confectionery have been made since 1920. Bear in mind the island’s southerly location makes for very cold winters – with snow June, July and August so don’t plan swimming or camping at that time of year.   What to do in Hobart Trips and Tours: Mt Wellington is a half-hour’s drive from the city. Mt Field National Park is only an hour’s drive away from Hobart. The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens has a wide-ranging collection of Tasmania’s native flora. Under Down Under Tours , low-cost adventure tour operator with a range of 1 - 9 day tours to choose from. Eco Tour Options, walk and cycle tours, kayak tours, bus and couch, hostel accommodation. And also few half and full day tour options. The Cascade Brewery – is Australia's longest continuous brewer since 1824, tours  are conducted by guides several times per day. Cadbury Chocolate Factory tour Craigow Vineyard Hobart Historic Tours Double SS Trail Rides - scenic trail rides Eye See Personalised Tours Hobart Explorer Coach Tram Tours - converted historic tram Louisa's Walk - a guided historic tour   Activities and Adventures:  Helsal yachting - eco tours, cruises, races, trips Par Avion -  Tasmania's most experienced aviation company, operates from Cambridge Airport, just outside Hobart. Explore the remote wilderness. Par Avion specialising in flights and tour to the South West World Heritage National Park. The brigantine " Windeward Bound ” – Sailing adventures, Sail Training, Special Voyages and Events. This beautiful brigantine has become a National Icon and has been described as a National treasure. Fishing Tours Island Cycle Tours – check their three hour tour which is a must  to do for visitors. 21km downhill descent of Mt Wellington - Van transport to the summit of Mt.  Wellington and expert guide to lead you back into Hobart. Lady Nelson  - sail on a traditional square rigged ship - full size replica of the original Deptford Built Brig. Blackaby's Sea Kayaks and Tours offer a range of sea kayaking adventures, short or extended tour in and around Hobart. Adventure Seekers - fully guided bushwalking tours Go Dive - diving tours Helicopter Adventure Tours - Rotor-Lift Helicopters – located at Cambridge, near the Hobart International Airport. Hobart Harbour Jetboat - a water taxi, scenic tour and thrill ride, based at Watermans Dock, Hobart Hobart Paddle – kayaking Bottom Bits Bus – cheap tours   What is for free in Hobart: Hobart's Walks The Salamanca Arts Centre Royal Hobart Regatta - three days of races and a spectacular fireworks - free entry The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens Hobart Community Legal Service Aart Gallery of Fine Art - Free Entry Hobart’s Allport Library and Museum of Fine Arts ,91 Murray Street, Hobart, - Free Entry Art Mob gallery - Free Entry Carnegie Gallery - located in Argyle Street - Free Entry Astrolabe Booksellers  - Free Entry Colville Street Art Gallery - Free Entry Rosny Historic Centre - cultural centre, gallery and museum on Hobart’s eastern shore – free entry, Rosny Hill Road, Hobart Clarence Carols by Candlelight - event set on the shore of Kangaroo Bay in December – free entry Design Island - Tasmanian design and architecture, at Mawsons Place Waterside Pavilion, Hobart, free entry. May – August annually. Islands to Ice is the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery's exhibition, End 01 Mar 2009, Free Entry   Hobart during the year: Australian Wooden Boat Festival - biggest collection of finest and most beautiful wooden boats in the southern hemisphere – Frequency - Biennial Hobart Summer Festival The Antarctic Midwinter Festival, Blooming Tasmania - floral shows – in September City of Hobart Bonfire and Fireworks Night Point to Pinnacle Festival of Voices - Australia's only annual choral festival in July Australian Formula 1 Super Boat Grand Prix Anzac Day Commemorative Service City to Casino Fun Run Cycling Festival Hot August Jazz National Mountain Bike Series Women in Super Mother's Day Classic Get A Life Expo B&E Budget Fun Run Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race Bikes and Spikes Carnival Boag's  Draught Hobart Comedy Festival. Fly @ 42 South Kite Festival - Wentworth Park, Hobart November 2008 Environmental Home Expo Royal Hobart Regatta Sandy Bay Regatta City of Hobart Eisteddfod   Sightseeing and Attractions: Salamanca Place, site of the Australia’s best outdoor market Hobart Aquatic Centre Mt Wellington Penitentiary Chapel -  Chapel, but there are also the court rooms, tunnels, cells and gallows, the gift shop and museum. Alpenrail Swiss Model Village and Railway The Derwent Entertainment Centre - multi-purpose stadium and entertainment venue   Culture: The Salamanca Arts Centre, artist studios, galleries, venues, retail outlets - vibrant arts community located at Hobart’s Salamanca Place - contemporary Tasmanian, national and international visual arts, design and photographic exhibitions. City of Hobart Eisteddfod Society Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra The Hobart Film Society Hobart City Band information about the band, events, repertoire Hobart Fringe Festival An annual community arts festival State Library of Tasmania – more than just  books CAST  - Contemporary Art Services Tasmania - development and promotion of new and experimental art   Exhibitions: Forestry Tasmania - The Indoor Forest and Exhibition Hall Anglesea Barracks – Military Museum of Tasmania Design Island - Tasmanian design and architecture, at Mawsons Place Waterside Pavilion, Hobart , free entry. May – August annually The Female Factory Historic Site   Galleries and Museums: Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery Carnegie Gallery The Maritime Museum of Tasmania Narryna Heritage Museum Masterpiece @ IXL Australian art collection from early settlement to the present day Aart Gallery of Fine Art - Free Entry Hobart’s Allport Library and Museum of Fine Arts ,91 Murray Street, Hobart, - Free Entry Art Mob gallery specialises in Tasmanian Aboriginal art Carnegie Gallery - located in Argyle Street Colville Street Art Gallery Quoll Artists Gallery - Space 006 Salamanca Arts Centre, Hobart Rosny Historic Centre - cultural centre, gallery and museum on Hobart’s eastern shore – free entry Gallery Giselle Handmark Gallery, 77 Salamanca Place, Hobart   Theatres : Theatre Royal Playhouse Theatre Terrapin Puppet Theatre innovative puppet show for children and adults The Peacock Theatre - Salamanca Arts Centre   What is going on now in Hobart: Current exhibitions ABC Hobart Hobart City search   Public transport in Hobart:  Metro Tasmania - a state owned company - operates bus services in Hobart, Launceston and Burnie. Metro is the largest passenger transport company in Tasmania. Hobart services Hobart Region Route Maps There is no such thing as peak hour traffic there!   Airports: Hobart Airport Airlines of Tasmania - servicing Flinders Island and remote south - west Tasmania, Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin all fly regular daily flights to Hobart from mainland capitals Airporter Shuttle Bus service   Ferry Services Spirit of Tasmania M.V. Emmalisa - cruises - Franklin Wharf Pier Hobart Captain Fell's Historic Ferries - Sullivan's Cove Hobart   Bus/Coach Operators  Metro Tasmania TassieLink Coaches Barry's Bus Charters   Limo and luxury cars Bass Stretch Limousines - Tel: 6234 9444 Chauffeured Cars and Coaches - luxury vehicles, a stretch limousine, four wheel drives and coaches. City Cabs Executive Fleet Boutique Tours - Tel: 6234 3633   Car rentals: AAA Car Rental Hobart Bargain Car Rentals Bargain Wheels Car Rentals Budget Car & Truck Rental DIY Car Hire Hertz Car Hire – also at airport Lo-cost Auto Rent Marquee Car Rentals Thrifty Australia   Czech and Slovak community in Hobart Czech and Slovak Association of Tasmania Inc The Czech and Slovak Association of Tasmania Inc Mrs Vlasta Collins (Secretary or Public Officer) Migrant Resource Centre, 49 Molle Street, Hobart, TAS 7000  Postal Address: c/o 144 Potery Road, Lenah Valley, Hobart, TAS 7008  Municipality: Glenorchy City Council Ph: (03) 6272-4917 Mobile: 0407-870-745  Email: vlasta.collins@education.tas.gov.au      Are you moving to Hobart??? Living in Hobart – Hobart city website Hobart Advantage Card - holder can receive discounts, extra services or products. its free to join.   Real Estates in Hobart : Elders Share Accommodation in Hobart Australia private realties LJ Hooker Edwards Windsor Real Estate  Charlotte Peterswald for Property   Looking for job in Hobart? The Byron Employment service - latest jobs in Hobart Australian Job Search – Government website - Search thousands of jobs and create a resume so employers can find you. Engineering Jobs Australia - engineering recruitment portal Australia Teachers – Teaching jobs and other education employment opportunities - search employers of Tasmania that are members of AustraliaTeachers.com Bojob - Jobs and Employment in Hobart Seek job search – with special quick search for IT jobs. CareerOne - Jobs Australia – with special Salary and Wages, Tax, Superannuation and Insurance Information Jobmap – Working holiday – jobsite for working holiday travellers Mycareer – find the latest jobs in Hobart with My career For advice  see Jobs Australia - Jobs Australia is the national peak body for not-for-profit organisations that assist unemployed people to get and keep jobs.They have excellent links. Leisure jobs Australia - Jobs in fitness and leisure, jobs in fitness centres. ozfreeonline.com – smaller job search website Jobs.com.au - job search -  also New Zealand job search. Working In - information about Australian skilled migrant jobs, visas and employment Christian Jobs -1530 Christian Employers Coopers Recruitment - temporary, contract and permanent positions   SEE MORE JOB LINKS AT OUR JOB PAGE   Services: Just few services – they can be handy if you are visiting Hobart. Endota spa Hobart Specialist Car Centre Melville St maintenance and repairs to Honda, Subaru, Renault and Hyundai. Specialist Auto Electrics Pty Ltd and Hobart Automotive Repairs Hobart Florist Service - Hobart Flower Delivery StarStruck Dance Academy Hobart Gym Directory   Professional services: Legal services – including Free Legal Advice Line: 1300 366 611 - Hobart office 158 Liverpool Street,Phone: 03 6236 3800 Anglicare Financial Counselling Service (AFCS) Hobart - information a support to people experiencing financial problems State Emergency service - storms and floods, road crash rescue, search and rescue/recovery and a range of other general rescue Sexual Assault Support Service (SASS) - counselling and crisis services Stanhope Home Nursing Services McCormack Tennis Coaching   Shopping: There are two shopping malls in Hobart, Elizabeth Street between Collins and Liverpool Streets and Centrepoint off Murray Street Salamanca Market - Southern side of Hobart. Glenorchy Sunday Market Rugs of Tibet - made by Tibetan exiles Sidewalk Gallery Antiques Market antiques, art and collectables Astrolabe Booksellers - rare, antiquarian and second-hand books Kent and Kent Antiques   Schools and English Language Schools: SACE Hobart SACE - English College Study in Australia - special English and the Environment Programmes as Special Studies Hobart Campus English Language Centre, Hytten Hall French Street, Sandy Bay The Institute of TAFE Tasmania English Language Centre Schools in Hobart Municipality – council list   Private schools: Hobart private schools Directory of Schools   Clubs: Lonnies Nite club Flamingos Dance Bar ( gay & alternative ) The Athenaeum Club   Bars: Lark Distillery Whisky Bar & Café - Lark Australia's most awarded distillery Trout bar and café Tavern 42 Degrees South Pty Ltd (T42) - Waterfront bar and food - State Winner for "PUB/TAVERN/CLUB RESTAURANT" from the Restaurant & Caterers Association. Plus a Winner in Tasmanian Wine List Awards 2005 Republic Bar & Cafe - live music  Queens Head Cafe Bar   Restaurants and cafes: Barilla Bay - oyster farm, restaurant and gourmet food store - close to Hobart airport. Coal Valley Vineyard restaurant Hadleys Hotel - The award-winning 1834 Restaurant - unique heritage décor and contemporary Australian cuisine Customs House Hotel - The award-winning seafood restaurant Prince of Wales Hotel Blue Skies Cafe Bar & Restaurant   Pubs: Lark Distillery - specialised whisky bar, and a walk-through tour of the distilling process Hope and Anchor - Established in 1807, this is Australia's oldest pub, 65 Macquarie Street, Hobart, TAS 7000 Irish Murphy's - An Irish pub - live music The Shipwright's Arms Hotel - An old tavern, first opened in 1842, 29 Trumpeter St, Battery Point,   Sport Events and clubs: Council owned sports grounds Hobart International Triathlon Australian Formula 1 Super Boat Grand Prix Cycling Festival National Mountain Bike Series Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race Royal Hobart Regatta - three days of races Sandy Bay Regatta Hobart Real Tennis Club Claremont Golf Club AAMI Hobart Cup - part of the Tasmanian Summer Racing Carnival Series Cadbury Marathon Festival Moorilla Hobart International - tennis Jan 2009   Newspapers: Mercury Media Releases – Hobart council ABC Hobart Tasmania The Advocate The Sunday Tasmanian    Radio / TV: Edge Radio - 99.3 FM in Hobart, Tasmania Hobart Radio International ABC Hobart Hobart TV GUIDE   Hobart weather: Hobart Weather - 7 Day Forecast, Current Conditions and Radar Tasmanian Weather and Warnings Information - Bureau of Meteorology   Accommodation in Hobart: All links are to original hotel website /only if it is quoted otherwise/ which will give you the best information. Please check them out. But you can get usually better deal by using specialized websites – /for booking see the discount websites at the bottom of the page... coming shortly/   5 Stars and 4.5 Stars Hotels The Henry Jones Art Hotel – lot of awards – it is one of the top 100 hotels in the world. Wrest Point - 4 ½ to 5 star rooms and suites in Hobart’s landmark Wrest Point Tower – 4-star hotel rooms in Water Edge –  3 ½ star rooms in Mountain Side. Elms of Hobart - one of Hobart's grandest and most famous old mansions. Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart Quality Macquarie Manor  172 Macquarie St. Hobart, Tasmania   4 Stars Hotels Salamanca Inn. Hobart's contemporary style all suite hotel. Grand Chancellor Hotel Hobart Zero Davey Boutique Apartments waterfront Apartments Bay View Villas - scenic harbour views, heated indoor swimming pool, ideal for families Fountainside Motor Inn Hobart Motel - The hotel has recently been refurbished Quest Savoy - serviced apartment Rydges Hobart heritage-listed building with antique suites The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel - just a block away from Hobart's waterfront   3.5 and 3 Stars Hotels and Motels Motel Mayfair on Cavell and apartments Customs House Hotel Heritage listed Waterfront Hotel Harrington's 102 modern tourist accommodation Hobart Tower Motel St Ives Motel Apartments - located in Battery Point , Hobart Woolmers Inn Motel and Apartments   2 Stars Hotels and Motels Balmoral Motel Hobart, 511 Brooker Highway, Glenorchy, Hobart, 7010 Best Western Blue Hills Motel Marquis Hotel Motel   Bed & Breakfast: Clydesdale Manor – 4.5 star B&B Margate Cottage - Boutique Bed & Breakfast , 20 minutes from Hobart Gattonside Heritage Accommodation Battery Point Guest House Crows Nest Bed & Breakfast Signalmans Cottage Bed & Breakfast Amberley House The Lodge on Elizabeth Colville Cottage - 32 Mona Street, Battery Point   Backpackers: Adelphi Court YHA Central City Backpackers in the heart of Hobart Transit Centre Backpackers - 199 Collins Street Harrington's 102 The Pickled Frog Backpackers - was voted best Tasmanian Hostel 2007 by TNT Golden Backpacker Awards. Montgomery's Private Hotel Narrara Backpackers   Caravan parks: Elwick Cabin and Tourist Park Cosy Cabins Mornington - self contained, heated cabins Treasure Island Caravan Park Hobart  - caravan, cabin, or tent Barilla Holiday Park   Useful links and information: Visit Tasmania.com The Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) Wilderness Society   Add your information!!!!! Tell us about your event!!!! Correct us!!!