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title: Welcome to the Heart of Tasmania
date: 2024-05-16T16:55:00+10:00
author: Central Highlands Council
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#  Welcome to the Heart of Tasmania 

Nestled in the heart of Tasmania, the Central Highlands is a vast and remarkable region, encompassing over 8,000 square kilometres and home to rural communities rich in character, heritage, and opportunity.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  [  Get in Touch ](https://centralhighlands.tas.gov.au/contact-us) 

 [  Council meetings ](https://centralhighlands.tas.gov.au/meetings-agendas-minutes) 

 [  News & Events ](https://centralhighlands.tas.gov.au/news) 

 [  Paying your rates ](https://centralhighlands.tas.gov.au/paying-your-rates) 

 [  Register your pet ](https://centralhighlands.tas.gov.au/animal-management) 

 

 

 

 

  [ Council jobs ](https://centralhighlands.tas.gov.au/careers) 

 

 

 

 [ Planning, development, and building ](https://centralhighlands.tas.gov.au/planning-development-and-building) 

 

 

 

 [ Community Events ](https://centralhighlands.tas.gov.au/events) 

 

 

 

 [ Halls for hire ](https://centralhighlands.tas.gov.au/community-facilities) 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 ## See you soon at Highlands Bushfest!

Held in the heart of the Central Highlands, Highlands Bushfest brings together thousands of people who share a passion for camping, fly fishing, off-roading, mountain biking, bushwalking, hunting, sustainable harvesting, traditional skills and outdoor adventure.

Across two action-packed days, you'll discover hands-on demonstrations, practical workshops, expert presenters, quality exhibitors, live entertainment, local food and plenty of opportunities to learn, try and experience something new. Whether you're an experienced outdoor enthusiast or simply looking for a great family weekend away, there's something for everyone.

 [ Find out more about Bushfest ](https://centralhighlands.tas.gov.au/bushfest) 

#### **Stallholder applications are closing soon - Click** [**HERE** ](https://form.jotform.com/ncove/highlands-bushfest-2026-stallholder)**to apply** 

#### **Partnership opportunities are now available -** [**View the 2026 Busfest Sponsorship Prospectus**](https://centralhighlands.tas.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/2026-BUSHFEST-Sponsorship-V2.pdf)

 ![Bushfest pic banner 800 x 400](https://centralhighlands.tas.gov.au/volumes/images/Image-Library/_1667x833_fit_center-center_70_none_ffffff/14651/Bushfest-pic-banner-800-x-400.webp) 

 

 

 

 ![Bushfest poster](https://centralhighlands.tas.gov.au/volumes/images/Image-Library/_1806x2560_fit_center-center_70_none_ffffff/14662/Bushfest-poster.webp) 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 ## Latest News and Updates

 

 [ See All News ](https://centralhighlands.tas.gov.au/news) 

 

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   Oct 13 \|  2026

 

### New Website in Development

Our new website is now live!

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  Read More    ](https://centralhighlands.tas.gov.au/news/new) 

 

 

 

 

 ## Upcoming Events

 

 [ See All Events ](https://centralhighlands.tas.gov.au/events) 

 

  [  ![Hamilton 200](https://centralhighlands.tas.gov.au/volumes/images/Event/_1200x800_letterbox_center-center_none/9229/hamilton-200.webp) 

   Oct 02 \|  2027

 

### Hamilton 200

One day festival exploring the people, towns, stories and events that shaped Hamilton, Tasmania

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  Read More    ](https://centralhighlands.tas.gov.au/events/hamilton-200)