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A large group of particapants following a bollywood dance routine on the lawns of Mount Field National Park
Bollywood dancing at Mount Field (photograph: Jonathan Wherrett)

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Tender released to engage lead design consultant for Freycinet project

​A Visitor Gateway for the Freycinet Peninsula is now one step closer, after a tender was released to engage a lead design consultant for the project.

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Cape Bruny Lighthouse works complete

​The Cape Bruny Lighthouse now has a new car park and increased accessibility after works recently wrapped up at the site.

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Friendly Beaches fire recovery work underway

PWS continues to lead recovery efforts at Friendly Beaches on the East Coast after fire severely damaged infrastructure at the popular campground.

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Cradle Mountain shuttle bus fee

From 15 November 2023, Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service will introduce a $15 fee to travel on the Cradle Mountain shuttle bus.

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Campfire restrictions to apply in national parks and reserves

​​Restrictions on campfires, pot fires and other solid fuel stoves will come into place from 2am Saturday 21 October at identified Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service (PWS) campgrounds around the state to help reduce the risk of bushfires.

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Spring spruce up for Mole Creek Caves

Each year, Mole Creek Karst National Park welcomes around 55,000 visitors keen to explore the marvels of Marakoopa and King Solomons Caves. But have you ever stopped to wonder what it takes to maintain these geological wonders?

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Annual southern elephant seal count underway on Macquarie Island

Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service rangers and Australian Antarctic Division expeditioners are undertaking the annual seal count on Macquarie Island.

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Splash of colour for Stanley Field Centre

Stanley Primary School students have teamed up with staff from Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service (PWS) to bring a splash of colour to the town, with a series of artworks created by the students now on display at the Stanley Field Centre.

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A fresh crop of talent on display at Lake St Clair

Lake St Clair Visitor Centre is continuing its run of showcasing exceptional local artworks with the latest iteration of their rolling exhibition now on display.

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