The Supreme Court of Tasmania, the oldest court in the Australia, celebrates it's bicentenary on May 10, 2024. It was one of the first institutions established in the then penal colony of Van Dieman’s Land and officially opened for business in 1824 then known as the Supreme Court of Van Diemen’s Land. 

The Court was originally located on the corner of Murray and Macquarie Streets in Hobart, where the Treasury Buildings now stand. In the 1970s the idea was formed to move the Court to its current site on Salamanca Place. The man chosen to design the new building's was Peter Partridge who joins host and former Court Registrar Jim Connolly in this episode. Chief Justice Alan Blow is also features in this episode with his expert analysis of the importance of the court and it's historic buildings. 

The Supreme Court of Tasmania, the oldest court in the Australia, celebrates it's bicentenary on May 10, 2024. It was one of the first institutions established in the then penal colony of Van Dieman’s Land and officially opened for business in 1824 then known as the Supreme Court of Van Diemen’s Land. 
The Court was originally located on the corner of Murray and Macquarie Streets in Hobart, where the Treasury Buildings now stand. In the 1970s the idea was formed to move the Court to its current site on Salamanca Place. The man chosen to design the new building's was Peter Partridge who joins host and former Court Registrar Jim Connolly in this episode. Chief Justice Alan Blow is also features in this episode with his expert analysis of the importance of the court and it's historic buildings.

In this captivating podcast we delve deep into the Supreme Court of Tasmania, located in the charming city of Hobart. We'll explore the architectural brilliance, design intricacies, and the fascinating construction process of these iconic structures.

Hosted by Jim Connolly, a former Registrar of the Supreme Court, and the mastermind behind these magnificent buildings, the renowned architect Peter Partridge. The Honourable Alan Blow, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court also joins us with some expert commentary.

The Hobart Supreme Court buildings are not only essential public institutions, but also architectural masterpieces that have stood the test of time. In 2010, the Australian Institute of Architects recognised their enduring beauty and significance by bestowing upon them the prestigious National Award for Enduring Architecture. Join us on this journey as we unravel the history and marvel at the architectural splendor of the Supreme Court of Tasmania.

In this captivating podcast we delve deep into the Supreme Court of Tasmania, located in the charming city of Hobart. We'll explore the architectural brilliance, design intricacies, and the fascinating construction process of these iconic structures.
Hosted by Jim Connolly, a former Registrar of the Supreme Court, and the mastermind behind these magnificent buildings, the renowned architect Peter Partridge. The Honourable Alan Blow, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court also joins us with some expert commentary.
The Hobart Supreme Court buildings are not only essential public institutions, but also architectural masterpieces that have stood the test of time. In 2010, the Australian Institute of Architects recognised their enduring beauty and significance by bestowing upon them the prestigious National Award for Enduring Architecture. Join us on this journey as we unravel the history and marvel at the architectural splendor of the Supreme Court of Tasmania.

A Timeless Monument to Justice: Tasmania's Supreme Court Buildings

The Supreme Court of Tasmania, the oldest court in the Australia, celebrates it's bicentenary on May 10, 2024. It was one of the first institutions established in the then penal colony of Van Dieman’s Land and officially opened for business in 1824 then known as the Supreme Court of Van Diemen’s Land.   The Court was originally located on the corner of Murray and Macquarie Streets in Hobart, where the Treasury Buildings now stand. In the 1970s the idea was formed to move the Court to its current site on Salamanca Place. The man chosen to design the new building's was Peter Partridge who Joins former Court Registrar Jim Connolly in this episode.

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