Swansea Heritage Festival 1821-2021

Accessible Island Meditation
Triabunna Community Hall

Australian Government Mobile Service Centre
Opposite the Service Tasmania Shop, Vicary Street Triabunna.

Australian Government Mobile Service Centre
Opposite the Service Tasmania Shop, Vicary Street Triabunna.

Triabunna Flower & Craft Show - Triabunna District School Gymnasium (entry is off Vicary Street)

Come and join in for a free Health and Wellbeing Talk!
Diabetes Tasmania and Royal Flying Doctor Service Tasmania will be in Triabunna for a Health and Wellbeing talk.
A community event for everyone but highly recommended for people at risk of or living with, diabetes and chronic disease including but not limited to: mental illness, CVD, COPD, dementia and musculoskeletal disease.
This event is designed to help you stay healthy and get more out of life.
Come and find out the benefits of physical activity and eating well.
Take the risk assessment test and find out if you may be at risk of diabetes.
Find out more about diabetes prevention and self-management.
There is a light lunch provided on the day. Places are limited.

Spring Bay Suicide Prevention Network Memorial Day at Spring Beach 

Accessible Island Meditation - Triabunna Community Hall

Christmas Wreath Workshop - Swansea Town Hall
In this beginner friendly class you will learn how to make and style a vine wreath featuring local blooms, gum nuts and preserved flowers just in time for the Christmas season!
Your wreath will fade into an everlasting piece to use decoratively in your home for Christmas each year.

Swansea Community Market
Held every month, on the second Saturday from 10am-1pm at the Town Hall.
Showcasing local art, craft and seasonal fresh produce.
We also have a morning tea room with tasty treats, tea and coffee.
New stallholders always welcome.

Swansea Community Market
Held every month, on the second Saturday from 10am-1pm at the Town Hall.
Showcasing local art, craft and seasonal fresh produce.
We also have a morning tea room with tasty treats, tea and coffee.
New stallholders always welcome.

Swansea has had a long tradition of great Christmas Parades enjoyed by the community and tourists alike. Come along and help celebrate the festivities and everything Christmas in Swansea. 

Accessible Island Meditation - Triabunna Community Hall

Come along and join in with the Maria Voices singing and celebrate the spirit of Christmas, together with friends and family. 
The Salvation Army will there with a free sausage sizzle, tea and coffee. 
Bring a chair and blanket to sit on.  

Shake of 2021 with a New Year's Party & Spit Roast at Spring Bay Mill. 

Welcome to Tony's Imaginary Circus. A world built from circus and humanity, 45 minutes of gasps, laughs and dropped jaws that will transport you out of here and now and stay with you forever. Expect acrobatics, hula hooping, magic, a rogue clown and music you'll hum all day. Starring Tony Rooke, Lewie West, Freyja Wild and Conor Wild. "This show was better than TV! No... this show was better than WATERMELON!" - Bo, age 7. "I loved it I loved it I loved it. Freyja is amazing at hula hoops and I loved how she standed on the boy." - Maeve, age 5.

Swansea Community Market
Held every month, on the second Saturday from 10am-1pm at the Town Hall.
Showcasing local art, craft and seasonal fresh produce.
We also have a morning tea room with tasty treats, tea and coffee.
New stallholders always welcome.

A day of sustainable gardening, nature and wellbeing — and of course heaps of sunflowers.
The annual celebration of all things sunny and flowery is back!
Workshops and experiences ranging from biodiverse organic gardening and fresh food farming, composting and fermentation, bush foods and science, art therapy, flower arranging and more.
Live music and local food and drink to top it all off.

Car and Bike show to raise money for South East Suns Woman's Football Club and Triabunna Cricket Club.

Spring Bay Mill is your one-stop School Camp shop on the east coast of lutruwita/Tasmania.

Large glamping tents to share. Heaps of indoor and outdoor spaces. Beaches and boat rides. Organic food gardens, worm farms and beehives. Engaging historical site tours. And an in-house chef to cook for and with the kids.

Come to our upcoming Open Day to see the facilities, stay for afternoon tea and chat with us about co-creating a camp to suit your curriculum and budget.

Commemorating 200 years of the Amos Family in Australia. This historic event will be held at the family estates at Cranbrook, Tasmania. A daytime event of two days – open to family members, relatives and interested parties and showcasing the homesteads, Gala Kirk, Amos Cemetery and much more. Note: Your ticket covers the entire weekend.

SPOKE MOTORCYCLE FESTIVAL (SPOKE) is a unique event that celebrates the love of motorbikes and the joy of racing and riding in Tasmania. The festival features a combination of motorcycle races, demonstrations and the best of Tasmania’s locally produced food, beer, wine and spirits, local artists and musical entertainment, workshops, sales and merchandise, family-friendly activities, and glamping options for campers who want that extra bit of Tasmanian luxury. Held on a privately owned beach on Tasmania’s East Coast, SPOKE celebrates Tasmania’s distinct and pristine natural environment and is one of very few motorcycle festivals with stunning ocean views. The event is designed to build on Tasmania’s interest in motorsports, motorcycles and the motorcycle lifestyle and provides a forum for individuals, families, businesses, and those interested in motorbikes and motorsports to meet, race, share stories, learn, showcase new merchandise, all within a relaxed, fun, and family-friendly festival environment.

The Coles Bay Triathlon is held within the natural reserves of beautiful Coles Bay, on the east coast of Tasmania, Australia. Learn more about Coles Bay here. The most exciting triathlon of the year, held in arguably the most scenic surrounding in Australia. A 1.9 km swim, 90 km ride and 21.1 km run (Half), 375/10/2.5 (Enticer) and 500/20/5 (Sprint), with the most spectacular natural back drop you will ever experience. Coles Bay is situated at the northern edge of the Freycinet National Park.

Bicheno Market: 9am - 1pm @ Bicheno Lions Park

Black Dog Ride's iconic annual 1 Dayer aims to start a National conversation about depression and suicide prevention.
Help Black Dog Ride get the country talking and join your local 1 Dayer on 20th March 2022.
8 Australians take their lives every single day, that's one Aussie every 3 hours losing their life to the black dog.
On the third Sunday of March, Black Dog Ride is uniting under one banner with one voice on one single day to amplify a national message of hope, awareness and prevention. Let's get the conversation started, register for the Black Dog Ride 1 Dayer 2022 today!

From the creators of Where Song Began (***** Limelight Magazine) & Songs of Disappearance (#2 on the ARIA Charts), this performance will take you on an epic journey alongside migratory shorebirds as they connect continents and cultures. A cinematic concert experience, Life on Land’s Edge draws on art, science, and music from across the ages. Spectacular footage and soundscapes set the scene for two of Australia's most adventurous musicians. Be immersed in one of nature's greatest stories. The Bowerbird Collective | Simone Slattery, violin & Anthony Albrecht, cello The 60-minute performance is followed by a Q&A. For more information visit Bowerbird Collective 

“Stepping into the Future” twilight careers Expo has now been set for Thursday March 31st. The careers booklet will be launched at this event.

To present the proposal for redevelopment of the: SWANSEA MAIN STREET PAVING PROJECT
Meeting Date: Tuesday 5th April 2022
Meeting Time: 11:30AM – 1:30PM
Location: Main Street Boardwalk Adjacent
The latest design drawings for the proposed Projects are available on Council’s website https://gsbc.tas.gov.au/community-projects/major-projects/ and for viewing at the Triabunna Council Office. The display will be available for viewing, questions, and comments at the community consultation.

APRIL 8 - 10, 2022 | The festival’s theme for 2022 is Kelp Forests, which play a vital role in the ecosystems of the East Coast and have been a staple for East Coast lutruwita / Tasmania Aboriginal people from the region for thousands of years.

To present the proposal for redevelopment of the: BICHENO GULCH FORESHORE AND ESPLANADE UPGRADE
Meeting Date: Saturday 16 April 2022
Meeting Time: 11:30AM – 1:30PM
Location: At the Bicheno Triangle – Opposite the IGA

The latest design drawings for the proposed Projects are available on Council’s website https://gsbc.tas.gov.au/community-projects/major-projects/ and for viewing at the Triabunna Council Office. The display will be available for viewing, questions, and comments at the community consultation.

Bicheno Market: 9am - 1pm @ The Bicheno Lions Park

You are invited to our second Electric-Hybrid Vehicle Show to be held at the Village Community Centre in Triabunna. 
WHERE: The Village, 20 Melbourne Street Triabunna
WHEN: Sunday 17 April 2022

SWANSEA RSL SUB-BRANCH INC. ANZAC Day Services on 25th April, 2022, at the Cenotaph, Heritage Museum Gardens, are as follows; 6:00am Dawn Service, 10:30am Parade on Franklin Street. 11:00am ANZAC Day Service.  Only Service and Ex-Service Personnel and the Drum Corp will be permitted to march in the Parade. Marshalling will be at the Football […]

At Spring Bay Mill we partner with values driven organisations to present events and host gatherings. We especially love to support creative content making. Spring Bay Mill is proud to host the Very Short Film Festival on the 20th of May, with more clever clips from a whole new batch of visual storytellers. The Premiere […]

Spring Bay Community & Health Centre (SBCHC) 6123 4020 

All People Welcome 

Passengers should make a contribution towards our trips outside Triabunna and Orford areas.

A free Mindfulness Program is coming to Bicheno. These courses that are available offer proven strategies for reducing stress, increasing wellbeing and helping to manage anxiety and depression, and we'd love to make sure you are aware of this great opportunity. Monday 20 June at the Health and Resource Centre Join in for a cuppa […]

A free Mindfulness Program is coming to Bicheno.

These courses that are available offer proven strategies for reducing stress, increasing wellbeing and helping to manage anxiety and depression, and we'd love to make sure you are aware of this great opportunity. 

Monday 23rd May at the Health and Resource Centre

Join in for a cuppa at 9am 

Feel free to stay on for a little of the program, or the lot - come give it a try!

9.15am to 2.30pm (lunch included)

Applications from Tasmanian adults can be made online before Monday: at https://mindfulnessaus.com.au/find-a-course/ Or come along on the day to learn more.

Spring Bay Community & Health Centre (SBCHC) 6123 4020

All People Welcome

Passengers should make a contribution towards our trips outside Triabunna and Orford areas.

Bring Morning tea.

A free Mindfulness Program is coming to Bicheno.

These courses that are available offer proven strategies for reducing stress, increasing wellbeing and helping to manage anxiety and depression, and we'd love to make sure you are aware of this great opportunity.

Monday 23rd May at the Health and Resource Centre

Join in for a cuppa at 9am

Feel free to stay on for a little of the program, or the lot - come give it a try!

9.15am to 2.30pm (lunch included)

Applications from Tasmanian adults can be made online before Monday: at https://mindfulnessaus.com.au/find-a-course/ Or come along on the day to learn more.

The Spring Bay Suicide Awareness Network is having another Winter Solstice Swim to raise awareness of Suicide and Mental Health issues, on Sunday 19th June. Flyer follows. Come along and have some winter fun for a good cause. For this one, you can keep your clothes on!

Registrations from 7:30am 

In the water by 8:00am 

Donations on the day. 

Warm up with a cuppa and a sausage or bun from the BBQ! Live Music (Thanks to Maria Voices) 

A free Mindfulness Program is coming to Bicheno.

These courses that are available offer proven strategies for reducing stress, increasing wellbeing and helping to manage anxiety and depression, and we’d love to make sure you are aware of this great opportunity.

Monday 20 June at the Health and Resource Centre

Join in for a cuppa at 9am

Feel free to stay on for a little of the program, or the lot – come give it a try!

9.15am to 2.30pm (lunch included)

Applications from Tasmanian adults can be made online before Monday: at https://mindfulnessaus.com.au/find-a-course/ Or come along on the day to learn more.

Chilly nights are set to shine with a spectacular laser show by Waubs Bay.

A family-friendly celebration of light, Bicheno Beams is yet another reason to visit this must-stay destination on Tasmania’s stunning East Coast. Two different light shows will be presented on alternate nights, so stay longer and enjoy two entirely unique and awe-inspiring laser light shows!

Friends of Buckland Church Inc are raising funds to purchase the historically significant St John the Baptist Church Buckland to preserve it for future generations.

Jobs & work assistance & advice
Digital & IT Help
Barista training
Dress for Success
Lifelong Learning / training help
Library Services
Free BBQ and Coffee
Adult Literacy help / 26 Ten
For more information please call Fiona at Sorell Library on 0448 443 686

An eye-opening presentation of Antarctic Science

The Mobile Antarctic Classroom will be on your site for a 2-hour visit, which includes a 30-minute presentation, tours of the Antarctic Bus and activities. Programs suitable from kinder to retirement.

This presentation encourages curiosity and investigation. A great way to inspire kids and adults. Sessions using science, experimentation and activities to jumpstart engagement and inquiry skills.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity and confirm your booking with Jane at info@antarcticfestival.com.au

For further information please visit there website - Antarctic Environmental Science and Sustainability Bus - Mawson's Huts Foundation (mawsons-huts.org.au)

Jobs & work assistance & advice 
Digital & IT Help 
Barista training 
Dress for Success 
Lifelong Learning / training help 
Library Services 
Free BBQ and Coffee 
Adult Literacy help / 26 Ten 

For more information please call Fiona at Sorell Library on 0448 443 686 

Have you recently joined a community Board or Committee? Are you keen to make a difference? Do you worry about who will take your place when you want to step down? Are you wondering what the law needs you do to as a director or committee member? Do you puzzle over the financial reports? The […]