Tasmanian Times
All posts tagged "history"
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2.6KArticleTas That Was – Football at Port Arthur (1972)
This photograph, taken in 1972, shows an Australian rules football game being played in front of the penitentiary at Port Arthur. Tas...
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Tas That Was – Tasman Island (1950)
This photograph of Tasman Island was taken in 1950. * * * * Tas That Was is a column that includes: anecdotes...
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Tas That Was – Coal River (1906)
This photograph of Coal River was taken in 1906. * * * * Tas That Was is a column that includes: anecdotes...
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Book Review – ‘Exiled to Exalted’ (2023)
Callum J. Jones reviews ‘Exiled to Exalted’, which takes readers on a personal voyage through history and memory.
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Tasmania’s Referendum History
Three state referendums have occurred in Tasmania since 1901.
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Tas That Was – Bridgewater Bridge
The historic Bridgewater Bridge will be replaced with a new $576 million bridge by the end of 2024 due to safety and...
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Tas That Was – St David’s Church
St. David’s Church is a testament to faith within the historical landscape of Port Arthur.
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Tas That Was – The Ross Bridge
The Ross Bridge is the third-oldest bridge still in use in Australia.
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Book Review – ‘The Low Road’ (2023)
Callum J. Jones reviews Katherine Quarmby’s debut novel, ‘The Low Road’, which blends history, emotion, and bravery together in a compelling story.
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Tas That Was – The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens have been a testament to horticulture since 1818.
