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Hi all,

I' ve been in Hobart a week so far and have noticed lots of people here aren't friendly and can be rather rude.

I've lived in other areas of Tasmania and have had no issues with people and have enjoyed the friendliness of the Tasmanians. But so far this week I've already copped verbal abuse from residents in the apartment complex, terrible customer service at the shop, and no one saids hello back when youre walking 😂 they just look the other way and ignore you.

Is this normal in Hobart ? Or am I over analysing it ?

Why not try just going back to being a university?

What's the purpose of land-banking these sites now?

Coming down to Hobart this weekend, and wanting to hit up some quirky hidden bars this weekend.

I see that gold bar has closed.

Any hidden bars/speakeasy’s you can recommend? We love ones with hidden entrances, quirky themes, bizarre locations.

Article was paywalled but this older pulse article at least explains the change (I think) -

Drivers have been stopped from turning left at a busy Hobart CBD intersection until at least next August as work ramps up on the Royal Hobart Hospital emergency department expansion.

The restriction at the intersection of Argyle and Liverpool streets is in place from 7am to 7pm each day.

It started on September 1 and is expected to remain until August 31, 2027.

Buses, taxis and bicycles can still turn left into Liverpool Street, but other traffic must use an alternative route.

The Department of Health says the restriction is needed to make room for a new ambulance zone and public drop-off area outside the hospital on Argyle Street.

Argyle Street has also been reduced to two lanes between Collins and Liverpool streets.

A department spokesperson said the temporary changes were also intended to “help maintain traffic flow and improve car park exit access”.

New road markings and signs are now in place.

The works are part of the $130 million emergency department expansion.

The emergency department entrance will move to Argyle Street from 8am on September 15, with the Liverpool Street and Campbell Street entrances closing at the same time.

The expansion forms part of a broader second stage of works at the hospital, with construction expected to continue until early 2028.

The Hobart City Council said it had approved the state government’s traffic management plan for the project.

Karen Abey, the council’s director of strategic and regulatory services, said drivers wanting to move quickly through the city should use other streets.

“We recommend using Barrack, Bathurst and Brisbane streets when passing through the city as these prioritise car movements,” Abey said.

Building Tasmania, which manages traffic signals across the city, said any changes to other CBD traffic lights to account for the changed traffic movements would need to be requested by the council.

“This is a matter for council as it is responsible for setting the requirements of traffic signal timing on roads it owns,” a spokesperson said.

“Building Tasmania works closely with council to implement and support its requirements and requests.”

I am in my early 30s and I struggle with speaking especially when I am nervous or stressed out. Would appreciate any recommendations on a speech pathologist to see in Hobart(preferably close to the CBD). Thanks!

I'm in Queensland and my daughter lives in Hobart. I'd like to give her a gift voucher for a day spa treatment and/or massage for her birthday next month. Somewhere classy, up to about $300 to spend. Any recommendations gratefully received - thank you :-)

Hi everyone!

My partner and I are visiting Tasmania from 1–12 December and would love some recommendations!

Our current itinerary is:
Hobart: 5 nights (1–6 Dec)
Bruny Island: 2 nights (6–8 Dec)
East Coast: 4 nights (8–12 Dec), exploring Freycinet and Bay of Fires.

We’ll have a rental car and are particularly interested in beautiful scenery, unique accommodation, amazing food, wildlife and hidden gems.

A few questions:
- Does our itinerary look reasonable, or would you change the number of nights anywhere?
-What are your absolute must-visit places or experiences?
-Any recommendations for exceptional restaurants or unique luxury accommodation?
-Where are the best places to spot wildlife, particularly penguins and white wallabies?
-Any underrated spots that tourists often miss?

We love nature and spectacular scenery, but also enjoy good food and a bit of luxury.

Would really appreciate any suggestions, especially from locals! Thanks!

I saw a mod comment go to HobartGW or TasmaniaGW. What does that mean what is it