A 3 story tall Santa towering over Launceston signalled the arrival of Christmas in the 1960's. We discover how this tradition began and how the sight holds a special memory for thousands of Tasmanians.

A 3 story tall Santa towering over Launceston signalled the arrival of Christmas in the 1960's. We discover how this tradition began and how the sight holds a special memory for thousands of Tasmanians.

From the latest in local news and sport, to a collection of inspiration, fun and amazing local stories. We're shining a spotlight on everything Tasmania in this collection of Shortcasts

From the latest in local news and sport, to a collection of inspiration, fun and amazing local stories. We're shining a spotlight on everything Tasmania in this collection of Shortcasts

Spotlight On Tasmania

Tasmanian History | 1960's Christmas at Tassie's Cox Bros

After struggling with post natal depression Tassie Mum, Maria Koumoundouros, turned her life around to become "The Cake Queen".

This is her inspiring story.

#cakes #queen #food #justabite #hobart #tasmania #kitchen 

After struggling with post natal depression Tassie Mum, Maria Koumoundouros, turned her life around to become "The Cake Queen".
This is her inspiring story.
#cakes #queen #food #justabite #hobart #tasmania #kitchen

Tassie Tucker - From PND new Mum to Tassie's "Cake Queen"

Brendon Oliver-Ewen is a founding member of “Hobart Out Tennis” and now  award winner, picking up the the volunteer achievement award at the 2023 Newcombe Australian Tennis Awards.

Brendon joins Tubes to talk about his journey to establish Tasmania’s first LGBTI Tennis Club

Brendon Oliver-Ewen is a founding member of “Hobart Out Tennis” and now  award winner, picking up the the volunteer achievement award at the 2023 Newcombe Australian Tennis Awards.
Brendon joins Tubes to talk about his journey to establish Tasmania’s first LGBTI Tennis Club

Tubes' Spin On Sport | HOT PROPERTY - The Award Winning Brendon Oliver-Ewen

In 2023 Tasmanian Robyn Moore is one of Australia’s most in-demand female speaker, but for over 40 years she hasworked in Education, Advertising and the Communication/Entertainment Industry.

Robyn's voice has been heard across Australia and New Zealand, as well as internationally through her range of voiceovers. This includes ads including Mr Sheen, Snappy Tom and Kleenex, while also famously known as the voice of 'Blinky Bill'. Robyn's also worked on many shows like 'Flipper,' 'Skippy,' 'The Magic Pudding' and radio's 'How Green was my Cactus?'

Her passionate work saw her take on the role of Ambassador for the Australia Day Council, the Australian Childhood Foundation and is the National Patron of Make-A-Wish Australia.

Robyn sat down to talk with Andy "Tubes" Taylor about these and Moore!

In 2023 Tasmanian Robyn Moore is one of Australia’s most in-demand female speaker, but for over 40 years she has worked in Education, Advertising and the Communication/Entertainment Industry.
Robyn's voice has been heard across Australia and New Zealand, as well as internationally through her range of voiceovers. This includes ads including Mr Sheen, Snappy Tom and Kleenex, while also famously known as the voice of 'Blinky Bill'. Robyn's also worked on many shows like 'Flipper,' 'Skippy,' 'The Magic Pudding' and radio's 'How Green was my Cactus?'
Her passionate work saw her take on the role of Ambassador for the Australia Day Council, the Australian Childhood Foundation and is the National Patron of Make-A-Wish Australia.
Robyn sat down to talk with Andy "Tubes" Taylor about these and Moore!

Tasmanian History | 1960's Christmas at Tassie's Cox Bros

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