SHOPPING KAYENA

The mystical seahorse has always been a source of immense attraction. However, through fishing and habitat destruction, their numbers globally have dwindled. Seahorse World at Beauty Point, Northern Tasmania, is a unique facility designed to both conserve this creature, and to provide an excellent tourism and educational experience.

In the past ten years Seahorse World, has become a significant regional attraction for Northern Tasmania attracting over 300,000 visitors and employing between 14 - 19 local staff. Seahorse World, is a wonderful illustration of both business and environmental achievement.

Tasmanian Tourism Awards Finalist 2013 and 2014

Goaty Hill Wines is located in the picturesque West Tamar region north of Launceston, Tasmania. As the vineyard has now reached its full potential, partners in Goaty Hill Wines decided to launch a wine label that encapsulated their passion for quality and enjoyment of fine Tasmanian wine. In considering a name for their label, partners turned to their vineyard for inspiration. A notable landmark on the property includes a steep and rocky hill that offers panoramic views of the region. A journey to the top is well worth the effort. This hill is locally known as Goaty Hill. Goaty Hill Wines includes on their label the term 'Educated Enjoyment.' Partners in Goaty Hill Wines include six friends from two families who together were determined to build something for the future while having fun. Goaty Hill Wines invites you to also enjoy the journey of learning about, sharing in and enjoying fine Tasmanian wine. Light lunches are available daily - vineyard platters, cheese plates and tea and coffee. Vineyard tours are available, please call to book prior to arrival.

Winter Brook Vineyard lies in the hills of the West Tamar Valley in Tasmania's north. During the Permian (286 - 245 Myr) this part of the earth suffered under a cold, glacial climate. Pebbles and limestine were deposited which formed the rolling hill country and which contribute today to its unique terroir. Clean fresh air, sunny north facing slopes and careful attention to detail enables us to grow premium fruit from which our cool climate specialty wines are hand crafted.

Gem and Stone Creations located at Beaconsfield specialises in Tasmanian gemstones. This includes a wide range of local minerals, crystals, lapidary material (petrified manfern) and gemstone carvings. Jewellery repairs and cleaning are available as well as pearl and bead re-threading and gemstones cut and polished. Faceted stones and opals, lapidary supplies, jewellery, handmade gifts in stone and gems can also be found at Gem and Stone Creations. There is also a kid's corner for the junior collector. Beaconsfield is 40 kilometres (24 miles) north-west of Launceston and 240 kilometres (150 miles) north of Hobart. Travelling time from Launceston is approximately 30-minutes.

Marions Vineyard is located at Deviot overlooking the Tamar River in northern Tasmania. Mark and Marion Semmens believe the hectares over which their vineyard lies are some of the most picturesque to be found. Sweeping views of the Tamar River can be enjoyed from Marions. They make the wines themselves from their cabernet, chardonnay, pinot noir, muller thurgau and cabernet sauvignon grapes. Mediterranean lunches and platters are available daily. Evening functions can be booked by arrangement. There is chalet accommodation, extensive gardens and a jetty on the river. The vineyard is open daily from 10am to 5pm, except Christmas Day. Marions Vineyard can be found on the Tamar Valley Wine Route in northern Tasmania. Deviot is approximately 40-minutes' drive (35 kilometres/22 miles) from Launceston.

Platypus House offers the opportunity to view live platypuses and echidnas at Beauty Point, Tasmania. Marvel at these unique animals in daylight conditions in an indoor setting. Tasmanian platypuses and echidnas are unique and cannot be seen anywhere else in the world. You are guaranteed to see both these spectacular egg-laying mammals actively feeding and playing during the guided tour. The tour begins with viewing platypuses in platypus ponds before walking through the echidna garden to see echidnas foraging in a bushland setting. The interpretation centre explains the biology of both mammals. As well as the 35-minute tour, you can view a platypus film in the theatrette, browse through the information centre, purchase from the gift shop and enjoy a coffee from the café overlooking the Tamar River. Japanese and Chinese language information sheets are available. Platypus House has been established to advance both the science and community awareness of these two unique animals. Platypus House sits on the western banks of the Tamar River at Beauty Point, about 40-minutes' drive north of Launceston (44 kilometres/27 miles).

Visit Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Centre and lose yourself in history. Play with treasures from the past and embark on a historical journey to a place where life is simple. The time when machinery and hard labour were how 'things got done', where genuine smiles welcome you and strangers take time to chat. At the Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Centre Tasmanian history is alive, and gold is under your feet... Our interpretive displays showcase the Mine Rescue of Brant Webb and Todd Russell. Many of the pieces in the centre are there for your enjoyment, displays to touch, buttons to push, leavers to pull, tunnels to crawl through and animals to search for. Lose yourself in the nostalgia, chat with locals, experience the excitement and realities of the elusive hunt for gold. View the Beaconsfield mine in a different light in the 3D digitalized model, interactive screens and holograms to explore the depths of an underground mine from within the museum. The hologram image of Todd Russell greets you to explain the miners' lingo. The display has mastered the use of sight, sound and emotion - this is one attraction not to be missed. Accolades: 2009, 2010 and 2011 Winner Best 'Heritage and Cultural Tourism' Award

Hillwood Vineyard is a one-hectare vineyard situated on the banks of the Tamar River, near Launceston. The vineyard was established in 1992 in the ironstone gravel soil on the east side of the river. Wine varieties produced are sauvignon blanc, cabernet, pinot noir and merlot.

No cellar door sales - wines are available through mail order and various retail outlets.

Loira Vines nestled in the West Tamar Valley, Tasmania, is a small family run boutique vineyard.

We have a selection of wines for tasting which include Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Riesling and Lady in Pink. Loira Vines is a working vineyard with a chance to experience first-hand the grape production process.

Our cellar door is open every day from 10.00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. throughout summer. Loira Vines is set amidst beautiful gardens centred around a lake with a resident, elusive platypus, native hens and various bird species.

Loira Vines is proud to be a member of the Tamar Valley Wine Route comprising over 30 different vineyards.

Three Wishes Vineyard, Hillwood, is located in Tasmania's Tamar Valley and offers cellar door sales. The vineyard is situated close to the Batman Bridge, one of the Tamar River's iconic landmarks..

Three Wishes Vineyard is approximately three hectares (7.5 acres) with between 500 to 700 cases produced per year of Riesling, Chardonnay and Pinot. The cellar door is open daily from Christmas to Easter, 11am to 5pm, and other weekends from November to May. An ideal rest spot for the busy tourist, why not stop by Three Wishes Vineyard and sample a fine Riesling or Chardonnay.

Spend a day exploring the Tamar Valley Wine Route, taking in the rolling hills, orchards and street-side stalls dotted along the way between scenic vineyards. Why not take a bottle of Three Wishes Vineyard wine down and enjoy a picnic by the Batman Bridge with views over the water. .

The vineyard entrance is 500 metres from the Batman Highway turnoff along Craigburn Rd to Hillwood. From Launceston, driving time is approximately 30-minutes (32 kilometres/20 miles) to Hillwood.

Just a short drive from Launceston, Holm Oak is one of Tasmania's family owned hidden treasures, with a 100% hands on philosophy. Holm Oak is one of the few family owned wineries in Tasmania who produce and make their own wine on site with husband and wife team Tim (viticulturist) and Rebecca (winemaker) Duffy growing the fruit and making the wine.

Drop in for a tasting of our extensive range of wines and chances are you'll be joined by the winemaker or one of the family.

The Rowella district and Holm Oak are on the Tamar Valley Wine Route and near the spectacular Batman Bridge. It allows you to make a round trip from Launceston on both banks of the Tamar River.

Holm Oak Vineyard is approximately 45-minutes' drive (48 kilometers/30 miles) from Launceston.