Launceston City Council, Tourism TAS and the State Government should be very proud of the event they produced.

There is no question that the Foo Fighters will always turn up and give their all in a performance.

The question was could Tasmania pull off a single, large 20,000 plus person gig. The answer is yes.

Entry and screening was easy. Signage was helpful. Access to the GA area was easy and streamlined. Plenty of bar staff. It was awesome.

I'm not sure if the City has survived the after-party. I left at around 2am and it was pretty loose. Hopefully nothing has gone down that may overshadow what an awesome event the gig was.

Full credit to the Fooeys. Absolute professionals.

Rock on 🤘

If you are planning on going or have questions or suggestions on what to see this is your place to check it out!

The annual midwinter festival starts Thursday 5th of June and last day is 15th June

Public art, live music, performance, feats and nocturnal revelry to mark the winter solstice

Here is a link for the event program

https://darkmofo.net.au/program

free events program link

https://darkmofo.net.au/program/free

Thanks for the suggestion u/BigYucko

*Please note moderating team has no association with the event organisation team or promotion of it

*edited cause my spelling and formatting sucks and to add links to goods

The Tasmanian Parliament is being asked to finally take a rational, evidence-based look at our outdated cannabis laws.

This official e-petition calls for a parliamentary inquiry into how cannabis is regulated in Tasmania — covering both personal use and medicinal access.

Here’s what it’s about 👇

🚫 1. Criminalisation isn’t working

• Ordinary Tasmanians are still treated as criminals for personal use.
• It wastes police and court resources, fuels stigma, and fails to reduce harm.
• The law is out of step with evidence and public opinion.

💊 2. Medicinal users face unfair barriers

• Costs are higher than in other states.
• Supply is patchy and unreliable.
• Patients still risk prosecution under driving laws that punish presence, not impairment.
• Tasmanians deserve safe, affordable access to prescribed medicine — without fear.

⚖️ 3. We need evidence-based reform

The petition calls for an inquiry to examine:

1.  Cannabis regulation in Tasmania — including medicinal cannabis and the justice system’s role.
2.  The social, economic, and public health impacts of current laws.
3.  Lessons from other states and countries.
4.  Practical options for regulatory change that better serve Tasmanians.

This is not about politics — it’s about fairness, health, and common sense.

🗳️ Add your name and help spark reform: 👉 Tasmanian Parliament Petition — Cannabis Law Reform

From my understanding on how the Electoral System works I believe its very possible we could see

Hung Government or less likely a Minority-Labor Government.

Going based off the ABC Election Results - ABC Tasmanian Election Results

Liberals only have 14 out of the 18 needed to form Government.

Whilst Labor has 9, The Greens with 5 and 4 independents. 3 out of the 4 Independents elected are progressive (Not quite sure about Kristie Johnston) would possibly form a coalition with Labor if asked. And the Greens have already stated they would form a Coalition with Labor if again asked.

This still only gives Labor 17 seats, which until the full results come in no Party can from a Government.
Even if the current 3 seats which are in doubt go Liberal, they are still short one seat of forming Minority Government.

When the last three seats are counted we will either see a Labor-Minority Government formed. Or if Labor idiotically still goes the way of "Our Own Path" a Hung parliament can and will be the result.

The only feasible way Liberal could form Government is if that previously mentioned Independent

(Kristie Johnston) forms a Minority Government with the Liberals, hopefully that wont be the case.

Do you think we will get a Hung Parliament or a Labor-Minority Government? and more importantly please tell me I didn't miscalculate anything or got something wrong lol.

Hi, this is a second (and final) announcement this year for dual Australian-US citizens and other eligible US citizens in Tasmania who want to participate in the 2026 midterm elections. I wanted to post nonpartisan links about how you can get involved:

Steps to Request Your Ballot

1. Register or update your registration. Through the Federal Voter Assistance Project or through Votefromabroad.org.

2. If you're already registered, request a ballot! You need to request a ballot every calendar year that you want to vote. We suggest you try to get it via email.

3. Fill Out and Return Your Ballot: Once you receive your ballot, follow the instructions carefully to complete it and return it by the specified deadline.

Need Assistance?

We're here to help! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at GOTV @ votefromabroad .org (just remove the spaces). Additionally, our FAQ for voting can answer questions on how to make the process go smoothly.

Importantly: Spread the word!

Do you have any friends, contacts or family overseas that you could reach? All eligible US citizens can vote regardless of where they're living. Share the link https://voteabroad.org/RedditVote26: If you have any questions about voting, I'd be happy to answer them here on Reddit.

Checkout the event's page on FaceBook.

And please consider bringing surgical masks to minimise the spread of COVID or other Winter bugs.

Thank you.

Hey I am planning to WOJ multi-day hike in Christmas holidays solo. If anyone else is also interested then it would be great to have a company. Please let me know if you are interested so I'll share more details. M26 here Brisbane

You can book tickets here, or just come along and watch stuff happening, maybe get a ride if there's spots available. Located at 700 Pipers River Road in Turner's Marsh, with a 7km round trip on a pedal-powered railbug to Karoola!

Amazing show last night by Purity Ring.
Probably the most challenging show I’ve done so far!

What a treat! Happy New Year

Hey, I know not everyone checks in via the app but if you went to JB HI-FI on Thursday between 2.40pm - 3.20pm you should get a Covid test.

I just got informed by Tas Health that I might have been exposed.

Good luck everyone and I think it's time to break out the masks again.

Hey guys, I'm a comedian from Melbourne coming to Hobart this Thursday to perform a show with my friend Jarryd Goundrey. Between us we've had something like 30M views online for our comedy (and OnlyFans), but it appears that we haven't got a huge following in Hobart based on ticket sales. I'd love to not perform to an empty room, so thought I'd offer some freebies here. If you'd like to come, comment or DM me and I'll arrange for a free ticket!

Don't have plans this Saturday? Why not make a trip to ross and come try LARP!

Come join us on Saturday (25th of Oct) at the Ross Town Hall Oval for our next Ross- Call To Arms, for a day of (foam) swords, medieval costumes, games and fun!

New players and onlookers are always welcome and their are no requirements for new people, just be 16+, sign our insurance waver (either before hand via our linktree or on the day), wear some clothes/shoes you can run around in & bring a drink bottle!

~~~~ Event description below!

This CTA will happen at the Old School Oval, Next to Ross Town Hall in Ross on Saturday 25th of October. Toilets are available on site, with options for food available in town for Lunch. Check in will be open 10:30-11:00. New Player training will start at 10:45. Pre game briefing will begin at 11:00 with games commencing at 11:15. We will break for a 30-40 minutes lunch close to 1pm, and finish up the day around 2:30-3pm.

This is a kit on event, if you have attended before we encourage you to come in fantasy, medieval, *combat appropriate* garb. There are no kit requirements for new players, just wear clothes you can move in, and good shoes!

All skill and experiences levels are welcome, however our games are restricted to age 16+ only. Under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian, or have a signed letter.

Attendance costs $10 for the day with sword hire available for $2. New players get half price entry and free sword hire, if an existing member brings along a new player, they also get half price entry.

We look forward to seeing everyone on the battlefield!

If you have a good view to the south it might be worth popping out for a look.

Expected to peak around 10pm.

Try using night mode on your phone's camera to take a photo to see the colours.

From what I have read Tasmania gets Southern Lights quite often. Are auroras seen from Tasmania as good as the ones seen on this weekend? If no, how often does Tasmania get to witness that?

Hello all!

With Dark Mofo around the corner thought it might be good to get a Community Highlight up or thread or something, so all questions/answers can go in there?

I have a few myself, and figured others probably have similar questions. Anyway just a suggestion, delete if necessary