NovemberCalendar
Celebrating Our Island State, Within Our Island Nation









 

 











 







Brighton Agricultural Show- Pontville Park
Pontville

Annual show with lots of fun for the family. For further information contact Geoff Dodge: 6263 0327

 

Tasmanian Craft Fair
Deloraine

The largest and oldest working craft fair in Australia showcases the elite of Tasmanian Arts and Crafts. Over 240 people are involved in working demonstrations over the 3 days in 13 - 14 venues around Deloraine.
For further information contact John Bennett: 6368 1137

 

Spring in the Valley Festival
New Norfolk

In conjunction with " Spring in the Valley" Festival, Flower Show and Garden competition, the Centenary of Federation commemorative 'living arch' and school arches of flowers will be displayed in Arthur Square.
For further information contact Ngaire Glover: 6261 0711 .


Tasmanian Square Dance Convention Centenary of Federation
Hobart

3rd - 5th November
This 17th annual square dance convention will have a Federation theme and be attended by members from 8 clubs throughout the State. It will be held at the Claremont Hall in Hobart.
For further information contact Sue Wyatt: 6248 1627


Federation Bellerive Regatta
Bellerive

The 148th anniversary of the Bellerive Regatta will be celebrated with a Federation theme with activities and items expressing the varied type of events traditionally held in the early Regattas, incorporating period costumes and displays of early water craft, crafts, music, sea shanty musical items, arms and militaria display with period uniforms, muskets and cannon and an early photographic display of local interest.
For further information contact: David Barnes 6233 1875


Mount Faulkner Scout Group Federation Garden Dedication
Claremont

A celebration of the Federation garden which has been worked on by the scouts since March will take place with a bonfire and fireworks display.
For further information contact: Ian James 6263 6327(w) 0418 344 633 (ah)

 

Back to Woolmers Day
Longford

To celebrate the Centenary of Federation this historic homestead which dates back to 1819 will have an open day inviting people who have worked at Woolmers to enjoy the property. The public will be shown the conservation work of the buildings undertaken by Centenary of Federation heritage funding. For further information contact: John Archer 6391 2230

 

Centenary Public Lecture Series:
Hobart

Advances in Public Health and Medical Care over the past 100 years
12 noon-1.00pm.
Venue: Keith Millingen Lecture Theatre, Ground Floor Clinical School, Collins Street.
Lecture by RN Cheryl Norris, Facilitator/Educator, Graduate Cert. In Advanced Nursing Course, Neonatal Intensive Care, RHH Topic: ' Bricks and Mortar - A History of Nursing at the Royal'.
Contact Michelle de Quincey Royal Hobart Hospital : 6222 8050

 

District Convention 20ITI Annual Convention - Burnie Civic Centre
Burnie

Attended by delegates from Lions Clubs in Tasmania this convention wi
ll demonstrate the strength and dedication of Australians to community service over the last 100 years. For further information contact John Rees: 6431 1412 E- mail johnrees@southcom.com.au


National Parks Open day Tamar Island Wetlands
Tamar Island

Tamar Island Wetlands Centre will be open incorporating interpretive displays on the history, current value and future plans.
For further information contact Parks and Wildlife Service: 1300 135 513


Remembrance Day Luncheon
Hobart

The Returned & Services League of Australia (Tasmania Branch) is holding a luncheon to be attended by Tasmanian Veterans and invited guests to celebrate their part in this nation's history.
For further information contact: Tony Scott 6224 0881 (w) 6229 1219 (ah)

 


Centenary of Federation Centrepiece Event - The Gathering
Launceston

Inveresk Rail Yards
The whole Tasmanian community will be involved in this activity to celebrate Federation and its Centenary. At 11.00 am a parade of some 29 floats from municipalities from around the State will be headed by the Tasmanian State float from the Sydney/Melbourne parade. There will be street theatre, competitions, debates, theatre sports, Barber Shop Quartets, music and spoken word performances throughout the day and at the concert presentation in the evening an entertainment of song and dance performed by local musicians with a Tasmanian 20th century focus. A highlight of the evening is a performance by the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
For further information contact Beth Ackerley Centenary of Federation: 6233 4669


Centenary of Federation Tullah Challenge & Picnic
Tullah

7.8 km cross country run, scenic 29km road cycle, and beautiful 4.9km lake paddle, all set in a wonderful rainforest region of Western Tasmania. It will suit newcomers and experienced tri athletes alike. Starts and finishes in the middle of the town.
The occasion will include festivities linking Tullah's own centenary to that of Federation. It will include a community picnic which will include early forms of entertainment including fun races, croquet, bowling hoops, marbles tournament, horseshoe pitching and dancing on the green to a fiddler, penny whistle player and accordionist.
For further information contact: Charles Woodley 6473 4121


23rd Anniversary City of Burnie Tasmanian Art Exhibition
Burnie

Burnie Regional Art Gallery
On the Friday evening dinner preview and presentations of awards will be held at the Burnie Civic Centre. From Saturday 10th, the art exhibition is open to the public. This exhibition offers prize money in excess of $10,000 and attracts artists throughout Australia.
For further information contact: Andrew Nowland: 6442 2137


Hadspen Criterion - Hadspen Town Centre
Hadspen

This counter clockwise road cycling race is taken from a French version and includes different grades for members of the Tasmanian Cycling Association. There will be fun events for the children - penny-farthing, roller blading, billy carts, wheelbarrows and a parent's race. From noon to 4.30 pm.
For further information contact Gerry Bartley 6393 6687


Tamar River Festival - river venues and region
Tamar River

Activities at this festival include Snapper fishing competition, Ponrabbel Dash wooden boat race, Semaphore Challenge, powerboat and running event, and photo competition. There will also be river cruises, rowing, boating and Sea Scout activities, a skateboard competition and a Strudelfest.
For further information contact 6331 3988



Federation Family Fun Day - A Heritage of Hops
Derwent Valley

A remembrance day service at the upper Derwent United hall will be followed by memorabilia, photos and music from World War I and a collection of farm implements used in hop production in years past and a number of activities will take place throughout the day.
For further information contact: Mrs Jenny Hall 6286 1160


Anzac Day Sports - King George V Oval Glenorchy
Glenorchy
Following the annual Anzac Day Commemoration activities this fun sports day will feature the communities' Colleges, Primary and High schools in an Inter High and Inter Primary sports afternoon from 12 noon until 4.00pm For further information contact John Jury: 6272 7395

 


Huon Agricultural Show - Ranelagh Recreation Ground
Huonville

This large country agricultural show has all the traditional displays as well as children's activities, wood chopping and equipment on display.
For further information contact: 6272 6812

 

Regattas, Royalty and the Royal Australian Navy
Hobart

Maritime Museum of Tasmania Exhibition *
Peacetime provisioning, wartime service, participation in long lived celebratory events and royal visits will be features of this exhibition which examines the involvement of the RAN in Tasmania life and the contribution of Tasmanian men and women to the RAN and to Australia as a maritime nation. For further information contact Mike Nash: 6233 2387

 

Bothwell: Foundation, Federation and the Millennium*
Bothwell

The Bothwell Historical Society has written a book launched this month in the Bothwell Town Hall or park with a 'Back to Bothwell Gathering.' For further information contact: Roslyn Hill: 6259 5750

 

"Kangaroo & Map" - An advertisement for Australia
Launceston

Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery Launceston
This exhibition tells the story of the first Commonwealth Australian stamp, commonly known as the Kangaroo and Map. Federation created the opportunity for the government to create an iconography and international image, which was uniquely Australian. The exhibition includes rare artefacts, which are key icons of Australian social and graphic history. Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery, Wellington Street Launceston. For further information contact Kaye Dowling: 6323 3777

 

100 Stories from 100 Years November 2001
Glenorchy

100 Stories from 100 Years is a community history project that aims to celebrate the cultural history of Glenorchy's diverse population as well as commemorating Australia's achievements since Federation through a focus on the everyday stories of the Glenorchy community.
It will invite simple stories/statements describing each year since Federation in 1901 to the year 2001 from all sectors of the community. People will be invited, through an entry form process, to pick a year and submit ten lines or less which captures the essence of the story or event of that particular year.
Contact: Eleanor Downes: Telephone 03 62740382


Opening of the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery at
Launceston

Launceston Railway Workshops at Inveresk. *
The first stage of the Museum's development at the site will include the Museum's new Art Gallery, auditorium, café and visitor services together with a major exhibition on the Railways in Tasmania, the opening of the Blacksmith's Shop and the interpretation of a range of features at this unique industrial heritage site. For further information contact: 6323 3777


Migration and Tasmania - Queen Victoria Museum
Launceston

Inveresk site Launceston*
This major new exhibition will explore and celebrate the role of migrants in Tasmania over the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Based on oral histories and community consultation the exhibition will explore and celebrate the role of migrants and reflect their contribution in creating a multicultural Tasmania.
For further information contact: 6323 3777


Home Hill Community Walk
Devonport

Home Hill in Devonport is the family home of the late Joe Lyons and his wife Dame Enid. A walk is planned from the Devonport Neighbourhood House to Home Hill taking in the historical significance of the house and gardens, followed by a walk to the Devonport waterfront for a sausage sizzle. This event will be undertaken in partnership with the Devonport City Council and the Neighbourhood House.
Contact: Karolina Damen Housing Tasmania Tel: 6421 776


National Parks Open Day
Freycinet

Freycinet National Park will have an open day incorporating interpretive displays on the history, current value and future plans.
For further information contact Parks and Wildlife Service: 1300 135 513


Derwent Valley Community Walk - 100 Years of Historic Homes
Derwent Valley

A community walk based around the theme of 100 years of historic homes. Location: Derwent Valley. Date TBA.
Contact: Greg Hill Housing Tasmania Tel: 6233 8674


Rokeby Community Walk - Rokeby Historic Trail
Rokeby

A walk to be held on the Rokeby Historic Trail. Walk to be organised in partnership with Landcare. Date TBA.
Contact: Rachel Cashion Housing Tasmania Tel: 6233 3859


Bridgewater Tree Planting Project
Bridgewater

Date TBA.
Contact Shirley Parkinson Housing Tasmania Tel: 6233 3664


Centenary Classic Ford Show
Hobart

An open air car show featuring about 80 cars from a 1923 T - model to 2001 vehicles.
For further information contact: Jacquie Pitfield 6234 9551 (w) 6244 5357 (ah)


 

* Grant Recipients
All Centenary of Federation Grant Recipients are marked with an asterix. (*)