Hadley's Orient Hotel Hobart

Ever dreamed of dining with Australia's most beloved nerd? Join Dr Karl Kruszelnicki for an evening of delicious food and wide-ranging conversation in the elegant surrounds of the Hadley's Atrium. Hosted by science communicator and author Zoe Kean, a favourite guest host on Dr Karl's iconic Triple J show, this unforgettable evening offers the chance to break bread and swap ideas with a national treasure. Curious about climate? Intrigued by the inner ear? Want to talk time travel over tiramisu? No topic is off the table as Zoe and Dr Karl lead a lively, unscripted conversation with plenty of room for you to join in. Your ticket includes a decadent three-course dinner and a welcome drink on arrival. Other beverages will be available for purchase.

Join Robyn Williams, host of ABC Radio National's The Science Show, and his longtime partner, science journalist Jonica Newby, on the eve of the show's 50th anniversary. Whilst enjoying a sumptuous three course meal, listen in on a discussion with Robyn about what it's taken, professionally and personally, to make the show for half a century. Join the conversation around the dinner table, as we discuss how science journalism has changed over the decades, and how it will have to continue to adapt, particularly in the face of growing mistrust and misinformation. Plus, you'll hear from some very special guests throughout the evening. The dinner includes a welcome drink on arrival. Other beverages will be available for purchase.

Presented by Hadley’s Orient Hotel, the Hadley’s Art Prize, Hobart is an acquisitive Australian landscape prize, which offers $100,000 to the winning entry. Hadley’s Orient Hotel has a long history with art starting with art-loving landlords in the late 1800s. The Hadley’s Art Prize contributes to the art community, celebrates excellence in contemporary landscape art, promotes cultural tourism in Tasmania, and restores art to the historic walls of Hadley’s Orient Hotel through a landscape prize similar to the competition won by Howard Hadley in 1895. Judged by a panel of art specialists, the prize is open to Australian artists over the age of eighteen working in two-dimensional media. Artists at all career stages are invited to enter.