Palawa Kipli

Tour Operator

What does Palawa Kipli mean? palawa means Tasmanian Aborigine, kipli means food in palawa kani the Tasmanian Aboriginal language. At Palawa Kipli we want to share our history and bring people together to enjoy our modern take on our traditional foods. Palawa kipli is first and foremost a native food business. We are operated by Aboriginal people, on Aboriginal land and are committed to the reconnection of our people to traditional food practices. We hope to contribute to cultural continuation and revival through community engagement with traditional food sources and cultural landscapes. By supporting and buying off from Palawa kipli, you are helping to ensure the employment of Tasmanian Aboriginal people in work that which enables allows us to continue our culturally centred food and land management practices. At Palawa Kipli we hope that Tasmanian Aboriginal food is more acknowledged, that it is the original food resources of the land Lutruwita/Tasmania. We hope that by sharing our food with you, people are more aware of how sustainable the future can be. By learning about our history and culture, it will enable you to be apart of the movement to creating a better environment for the future and will continue to strengthen the existence of the Tasmanian Aboriginal community.

838 East Derwent Highway, Risdon, Hobart, Tasmania, 7017

Walks

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Tours

Tour

kipli takara (bush tucker) tour

kipli takara piyura kitina-ta is a bush foods walk departing from Risdon Cove, where guests are invited to taste the timeless palate of the piyura kitina. The experience lasts for approx 90 minutes which includes a walk across the culturally rich landscape with palawa (Tasmanian Aboriginal) guides, hearing about the past and current history of the land. Guests will sample native bush tucker that is currently in season and glimpse first hand how palawa continue to enjoy the native foods. The ‘kipli takara’ experience ends with a unique tasting of native food flavours and drinks, catered from palawa kipli (the Tasmanian Aboriginal owned and operated catering company). Public tours include, access to piyura kitina, guided walk and native finger food and drinks. You can also request a private cultural food package experience as a add-on to the kipli takara tour. This includes a sit down cultural dining experience. We offer a set menu of 6 plates, for our high end cultural dining experiences for groups of up to 30 people. These are primarily delivered at our facility at Piyura kitina/Risdon Cove, but we are also willing to collaborate with external partners to offer these events across the state.

$95 - $3000

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Waterfront Lodge Motel

Hobart

Waterfront Lodge Motel is peacefully located on the Derwent River in Lutana, southern Tasmania. Situated just a ten-minute drive from the centre of Hobart, and within easy access to all of southern Tasmania's tourist attractions. The property has recently undergone a full soft refurbishment, complete with new beds, carpets, and an upgraded swimming pool, making it a great value accommodation choice for travellers on a budget right through to families, groups and corporate clients. Waterfront Lodge offers clean, comfortable and modern motel style rooms, featuring LCD televisions, kitchenettes with microwaves (except Comfort Rooms), ensuite bathrooms and wireless internet access. Hotel facilities include a peaceful outdoor swimming pool and barbecue area, a guest lounge overlooking the river, a guest kitchen and laundry, and ample free off-street parking. Guests have the best of both worlds when staying at Waterfront Lodge, located just a short drive to Hobart's CBD, famous Salamanca Place, historic Battery Point, Wrest Point Casino and award winning MONA museum. Then, after a busy day of sightseeing, unwind in the relaxing surroundings of New Town Bay.

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Spacious charming four bedroom, two bathroom residence, Circa 1934, catering for up to 10 guests. Rate includes up to four guests and includes complimentary WiFi, free vehicle parking (four spaces) and BBQ on the rear undercover deck. Fully furnished with quality linen supplied. Situated right in central Moonah, one of Hobart's inner-northern suburbs, the property is just 50 metres from the shopping centre (Woolworth's) and restaurants and conveniently located midway between Mona (Museum of Old & New Art), Hobart and the Salamanca shopping precinct. This large spacious residence contains two large master bedrooms, each with its own LCD television, plus another two bedrooms with twin king single beds in each. Double Divan in the formal dining room. Well-equipped kitchen and full laundry. Ducted central heating/air-conditioning throughout for the ultimate in guest comfort. Tea, coffee, plunger coffee, hot chocolate and biscuits provided. In the large formal lounge, there is a 40" LCD television, DVD player and DVD library. Games/Books are also supplied. Catch the morning sun from the formal sunroom or enjoy a barbecue on the patio. Spacious, comfortable accommodation in the heart of central Moonah in this grand residence. Your Home Away from Home! Much more than a hotel/apartment! We look forward to warmly welcoming you!

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Amy Cottage

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Amy Cottage is a three-bedroom/ two-bathroom period cottage : Circa 1940. Fully self-contained accommodation for up to 6 guests with two master bedrooms, each with a queen-sized bed and one with its own ensuite. 3rd bedroom contains twin king single beds. Spacious, well equipped kitchen/family dining area, formal lounge, and laundry. Quality linen, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, guest toilet amenities. Centrally located in Moonah just a minutes walk from supermarket, restaurants, shops, transport, and attractions. Rate is for 4 guests. Extra guests welcome at the extra person rate. Complimentary Wi-Fi, air conditioning/heating, temperature-controlled gas hot water, full private laundry facilities, outdoor setting, undercover BBQ patio and secure off-street parking for 1- 3 vehicles. The central bathroom includes bath, shower, hairdryer, heated towel rail, and heating. The contemporary ensuite contains dual vanities, shower, a separate toilet and heating. Amy Cottage is between MONA and the Hobart waterfront and the Salamanca precinct, making it the perfect location for your holiday in Tasmania. Lower rates for longer stays. Minimum stay is 2 nights and 5 nights over Christmas/Easter period. Your "Home Away from Home!" and much more than a "hotel room" or apartment!

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