Tasmania enjoys a temperate climate with a relaxed lifestyle and unique wilderness areas. Distances between the major centres are relatively short in Australian terms, so that it is easy to attend educational, cultural and entertainment events throughout the state. Tasmania is approximately 1 hour by plane from Melbourne.

Hobart is the capital of Tasmania with a population of approximately 195,800. The second largest city is Launceston in the north of the state with a population of approximately 98,000. Burnie is another large city on the northwest coast.

Tasmania enjoys many cultural and entertainment events including 10 Days on the Island, Taste of Tasmania, Sydney to Hobart yacht race, Targa Tasmania, amongst others. In Hobart you can visit Salamanca market, visit the many art galleries showcasing local talent and tour the many historical buildings. There are a variety of outdoor activities including fly fishing, skiing on Ben Lomond, bushwalking - featuring the magnificent overland track form Cradle mountain to Lake St Clair, water sports - all in a pristine environment.

Maximum average temperature varies between 21.6 ◦C in February and 11.6◦C in July. Minimum temperature caries between 11.9◦C in February and 4.5◦C in July.

For more information please visit the Discover Tasmania website for more information.