On the Water 2026

The plan is for students from Huonville Primary School to particate in this program on February 18, 25, March 11, 18, 25 and April 1. There is a gap between Feb 25 and March 11 (school camp) and we will…

The plan is for students from Huonville Primary School to particate in this program on February 18, 25, March 11, 18, 25 and April 1. There is a gap between Feb 25 and March 11 (school camp) and we will…

We are getting towards the end of the first month of 2026 with SOS26 looming, but we just have time to squeeze in a BBQ. Bring along your favourite grill food, plus a plate to share, something to drink and…

It was heads down bums up around our little native garden as the Landcare group ripped out the weeds. It looks much the better for it.

Organisation for the Sail Oar Safari is well underway, and Endra O’May in particular is getting everything in hand for the catering – precooking, and checking our collection of plates, cutlery and other necessities for eating. It seems that our…

Martin RIddle writes: Richard’s use of Huon river data from a single day to conclude that to refloat Gretchen there was no need to get up before the time of high tide predicted for Port Huon does not stand-up to…

Last Monday was perfect for al fresco dining on the lawn – warm enough, with a bit of a breeze to move the midgies along. Lets hope for a repeat. Bring your dish, a bottle, and $5 for the kitty…

The first Sunday night movie for 2026, and it is >>Hidden FIgures<<. ‘As the United States raced against Russia to put a man in space, NASA found untapped talent in a group of female African-American mathematicians that served as the…

On January 6th all those who are registered to participate in this event (not including volunteers) should have received an email requesting payment. If you did not please contact president@lbt.org.au – we need to ensure that everybody can communicate. If…

Art and music on the beautiful Castle Forbes Oval >>here<<. Here are some details about the workshops. WORKSHOPS – Free for children – $5 for adults Sat 17th Jan – Tom Davidson – Screen Printing – 11.30am -1pm The screen printing workshop…

Last week Martin Riddle suggested that the tides he observed at Franklin didn’t match predictions – that on the third of January high tide was at 6.55am rather than 7.35am. His explanation was that there might be a tidal bore.…