Community News

Senior Art students | Summer School opportunity

An exciting (and free!) opportunity for Tasmanian art students aged 16 to 18 years to meet professional curators and artists, as well as explore their own contemporary art interests in four-days of artist led workshops. Expressions of interests must be submitted by Sunday 12th October. Successful applications will be notified by 31st October.

When: 10.00am - 4.00pm daily from Tuesday 13 to Friday 16 January 2026

Where: Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery (TMAG)

More info and registration go to the website: www.hobartcurrent.com/get-involved/summer-school/

Tri Tag | Try rugby the fun way

Tasmanian Rugby Union is launching a brand-new Women’s and Girls Tri Tag Competition this October at Rugby Park, Hobart.

✅ Fun, fast and non-contact – no tackling!

✅ Six-a-side teams, up to 12 players per squad

✅ All skill levels welcome – beginners encouraged

✅ Short games, big fun – easy rules, quick to learn

✅ Tags and belts provided – just bring runners and energy!

📅 Starts Monday 6 October 2025

📍 Rugby Park, Hobart

⚠️ Places are limited – teams will be accepted on a first-come, best-dressed basis. Two competitions (12-14 years and a 15+ competition)

👉 Grab your friends and enter a team or talk to your teacher/coach today about joining in!

For more information and registrations contact:

📧 jeff.quick@tas.rugby | 📞0400 289 639

Eastern Shore Jets | Netball Trials 2026

The Eastern Shore Jets are seeking enthusiastic and talented players to join our club across multiple age groups and divisions. The club offers a supportive environment, quality coaching, and the chance to develop skills while making new friends.

Grading Details:

📅 Date: Saturday 1st November 2025

📍 Venue: Clarence Indoor Sports Stadium, 20 Loinah Crescent Montagu Bay⏰ Times: 9.00am U11s, 12.00pm U13s, 3.00pm U15s and U17s, 5.00pm U21s

Players of all experience levels are welcome (boys and girls!): Whether they’re aiming for competitive opportunities or simply looking to build their game in a fun and family-oriented club.

Visit the Facebook page for more details: https://www.facebook.com/theeasternshorejets

JackJumpers Holiday Camp | October

Fearless Fun with Girl Guides

Introduction to netball program

Kids bootcamp | School holiday and Term 4 programs

Ready-Set-Connect | Disability Networking Event

 If you are looking to build connections with NDIS providers and to update your knowledge of NDIS services, programs and products in the region, this event is a must to attend.

 Our classic speed-dating format saves you time and energy chasing the services you’re looking for. You will rotate around the room and spend a set time with each provider, establishing valuable relationships with local and national providers servicing your area.  

 Ready-Set-Connect is hosted by One Community and is the ideal event for Support Coordinators, Support Workers, Social Workers, Parents/Carers, People with Disability, Teachers, Case Managers and Local Area Coordinators.

 Get yourself along to Ready-Set-Connect for a fun, friendly and informative event! Let us know you are coming by registering as an event attendee. See below.

DETAILS: Hobart

 📅 Date:  Wednesday 22 October

⏰ Time:  9.45pm–12.30pm  

📍 Venue: Ninja Stadium, 15 Derwent Street, Bellerive, Tasmania

💰 Cost:  FREE for event attendees

✅ Register: Ready-Set-Connect Hobart - One Community Or visit Ready-Set-Connect Events - One Community