Tas That Was

Tas That Was – ‘BP Beltana’

This photograph, snapped sometime in the 1970s, shows the ‘BP Beltana’ service station on the East Derwent Highway in Lindisfarne. Tas That...

Tas That Was – Valleyfield, New Norfolk

The historic Valleyfield property in New Norfolk has changed hands several times since it was established in 1813.

Tas That Was – Howrah Primary School (1960s)

This photograph of Howrah Primary School was taken in the 1960s. Tas That Was is a column that includes: anecdotes of life...

Tasmanian Historian/Author Chronicling Latrobe’s Past in New Book

Tasmanian historian and author Dane McCormack has begun working on a book about the history of Latrobe, the town in which he...

Tas That Was – Ralphs Bay Canal

Lauderdale’s most prominent feature, Ralphs Bay Canal, is a testament to a vision that was twice abandoned.

Tas That Was – Rokeby

Rokeby traces its roots back to 1808, when settlers from Norfolk Island claimed land grants in the area.

Tas That Was – Scottsdale

Discover Scottsdale’s journey from ancient Indigenous roots to a thriving town.

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Tas That Was – Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery

TMAG, Australia’s second-oldest museum, draws thousands of yearly visitors who want to see its collections and exhibitions.