Australian Wooden Boat Festival 2025

In the morning, on board ML Egeria, the Governor of Tasmania, the Honourable Barbara Baker, and Emeritus Professor Don Chalmers participated in the Parade of Sail to mark the commencement of the 2025 Australian Wooden Boat Festival.

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Lunch on the Lawns - Friday 20 March 2026

Government House
Everyone is invited to enjoy the final Lunch on the Lawns for the season at Government House on Friday 20 March from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. Pack a picnic and relax in the beautiful gardens while enjoying music from the Australian Army Band Tasmania.
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Jane College | University of Tasmania

In the evening at South Hobart, the Governor of Tasmania, the Honourable Barbara Baker, accompanied by Emeritus Professor Don Chalmers, delivered an address at the 2026 Commencement Dinner to mark the start of the academic year host

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