Stanley and Tarkine Tasmania

08/09/2026

A little something from the Smithton Visitor Information Centre. We wanted to share a new initiative from Circular Head Council - the Circular Head Dark Sky Journey.

The initiative aims to celebrate and protect one of our region’s greatest natural assets, our incredible night skies, while creating new opportunities for visitors to experience Circular Head after dark.

With our remote location, low levels of light pollution and spectacular landscapes, Circular Head is already a fantastic place for stargazing. The Dark Sky Journey is about exploring how we can build on this and showcase our night skies as part of the visitor experience.

We are at the very beginning of our journey and would like to start sharing information and getting the community more involved in conversations!

It’s an exciting opportunity for our local tourism industry, and we’ll keep you updated as the initiative develops.

You can read more about the initiative here:

https://www.circularhead.tas.gov.au/our-council/news/latest-news/introducing-the-circular-head-dark-sky-initiative

04/09/2026

CHArts Festival – a month-long celebration of culture,arts, and community.Discover regional Tasmanialike a local with vibrantevents, local exhibitions, andtrue heritage experiences.

18/08/2026

14/08/2026

No crowds, no noise - just mist rolling off the hills and the tide easing in along the Tarkine coast. 🌊
Moments like this are what this place is made for: wide open, unhurried, and a little bit wild at the edges.
📍 Tarkine Coast, Tasmania

07/08/2026

Step through the door and straight into a bygone era. 🕯️📻
Stanley Wine Bar isn't just a place to enjoy a great drop, it's an experience. Filled with retro furnishings, upcycled antiques, and cozy corners, every inch of this place tells a story. Grab a glass, pull up a plush armchair, and soak in the rustic coastal charm.

29/07/2026

🎉 We’re thrilled to share that we’ve WON the People’s Choice award in the 2026 Tassie’s Top Tourism Town Awards! 🏆

Thank you to everyone who voted for Stanley - nestled at the base of an ancient volcanic plug on a Bass Strait peninsula with some of the cleanest air on Earth. Our little fishing village has rugged coastal scenery, historic cottages, two pristine beaches, a resident fairy penguin colony, and unbeatable local produce from Cape Grim Beef to fresh Tassie seafood. 🐧🌊

A small town, a huge heart – and this win is all thanks to you. 👏

Thank you to awards partner Bishopp and category sponsor Tourism Industry Council Tasmania.

Come see what makes us special 👉 stanleyandtarkine.com.au

Congratulations to Stanley, WINNER of the People's Chioice award in the 2026 Tassie's Top Tourism Town Awards, with thanks to awards partner Bishopp and category sponsor Tourism Industry Council Tasmania!

A spectacular peninsula in Bass Strait boasts some of the cleanest air in the world. Nestled at the base of an ancient volcanic plug, lies the charming fishing village of Stanley in northwest Tasmania. Here, the hero is the ancient land itself – wild and rocky outcrops adorn stunning seascapes. Historic cottages create a picturesque frame around the town's two pristine beaches, and local residents include a fairy penguin colony. Stanley boasts world-class culinary delights, including freshly caught Tasmanian seafood, Cape Grim Beef and local artisan produce. A small haven that packs a powerful punch for making family memories.

https://tict.com.au/tourism-awards-programs/tassies-top-tourism-towns/vote-now-tassies-top-tourism-town-2026/stanley-2026/

13/07/2026

Smithton: green paddocks, big skies, and the friendliest little capital of Circular Head. 🐄💚 Home to some of Tassie's best dairy country and your gateway to the wild beauty of the Tarkine. Come for the coffee, stay for the coastline.

📍 Smithton, NW Tasmania

01/07/2026

Everyone looks up in the Tarkine - but the real magic might be under your feet. 🍄

Autumn is fungi season, and the rainforest floor puts on a proper show: coral fungi, brilliant waxcaps, pale caps sprouting from the moss, and the tiny electric-blue Pixie's Parasol (Mycena interrupta) clustered on damp, rotting logs. Every colour and shape you can imagine, all quietly keeping this ancient forest alive.

Which is your favourite find out here? Drop a photo in the comments - we'd love to see them!

17/05/2026

ILLUMINATE THE COAST STARTS FROM 6:30PM TONIGHT 💡

As the sun sets over Stanley, Illuminate the Coast will transform the town into a glowing celebration of light, creativity and coastal magic. 🌊✨

Wander through illuminated installations, soak up the festival atmosphere and experience Stanley after dark as part of the Stanley & Tarkine Forage Festival weekend.

Perfect to enjoy alongside Street Feast, live music, local food and fireside festival vibes. 🔥🎶🍷

Bring the family, rug up warm and explore the coast in a whole new light. 💡🌙

📍 Stanley, Tasmania
⏰ From 6:30PM tonight onwards

More information:
https://foragefestival.com.au/program/illuminate-the-coast/

Stanley & Tarkine Forage Festival 2026

11/05/2026

Don’t miss out - only a few tickets left

Shuttle Buses Now Available for Taste the Region with Massimo Mele 🚌 🍷🍽️

Stanley & Tarkine Forage Festival 2026 has made getting to Taste the Region with Massimo Mele and Grain of the Silos at Highfield House even easier, with return shuttle buses now available from both Smithton and Stanley.

Enjoy an unforgettable evening of incredible local flavours, premium regional produce, and a stunning menu curated by renowned chef Massimo Mele, all without worrying about the drive home.

🎟️ https://foragefestival.com.au

Shuttle Services:

🚌 Smithton → Highfield House return

Departing The Smithton Club at 4:45pm - Friday 15th May

🚌 Stanley → Highfield House return

Departing The Stanley Hotel at 5:10pm - Friday 15th May

🚌 Stanley → Highfield House return

Departing The Stanley Hotel at 5:25pm - Friday 15th May

📍 Highfield House, Stanley

📅 Friday 15th May

🕠 5:30pm – 9:00pm

For those still looking to book a ticket, shuttle bus options can now be selected during the Taste the Region ticket purchase process.

Already purchased tickets? Don’t worry, attendees will be contacted directly with information about reserving a place on the shuttle service.

⚠️ Booking a shuttle bus seat is essential, as places are limited for each time slot.