Tasmanian Writers

Watchers in peace

by Karen Harrland
16 Aug 2025

A magpie family in southern Tasmania has made my school its home ...

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    A magpie family in southern Tasmania has made my school its home ...

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    Taking Tasmania to Melbourne: A solo exhibition inspired by the beauty of the Tasmanian East Coast

    26 Aug - 13 Sep

    Following Sea: Sue Anderson

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    This Adult Learner’s Week, join author Anne Morgan and illustrator Lois Bury to learn about how they make picture books.

    03 Sep

    Author Talk: Anne Morgan and Lois Bury at Kingston Library

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    08 Sep
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    Come and learn about Hobart’s designation as a UNESCO City of Literature; what this means for the city and opportunities for literature and literacy. Come and meet the sector and together create social change one story at a time.

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    Creative Hobart: City of Literature Forum

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