Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service acknowledges and pays respect to Tasmanian Aboriginal people as the traditional and original owners, and continuing custodians of this land and acknowledges Elders – past, present and emerging.
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60 Great Short Walks
Exciting adventures for explorers of all ages and sizes. The 60 Great Short Walks offer the best of Tasmania's walking opportunities.
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Australia's most mountainous State boasts some of the best overnight bushwalking experiences to be found. The diversity of walking opportunities in Tasmania can take you through ancient rainforests, across unique alpine plateaus, pristine white sand beaches and along the edge of the highest seas cliffs in Australia.
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A number of Tasmanian locations have been inscribed as World Heritage Areas with examples of natural or cultural significance ranging from unique convict heritage, to islands of outstanding geological significance, and one of the largest temperate natural areas in the world.
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Prepare to enjoy the simple pleasure of the outdoors. Each of our parks has its own distinct flavour. Show respect for the environment and keep safety in mind to enjoy the experience.
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Wineglass Bay second lookout now open
Visitors can now take in one of the most celebrated views in Tasmania from a new viewing platfrom with the completion of a second lookout at Wineglass Bay.
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World Wetlands Day 2021
The Tamar Island Wetlands Centre is inviting the community to participate in a number of fun, educational activities including a photography competition and scavenger hunt to mark World Wetlands Day 2021 this February.
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Winch training to help fight remote fires
Twenty-five PWS fire fighters are undertaking winch training to enable rapid attack of fires where access is limited by remoteness, heavy timber or other landscape features.
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