Highlands Bushfest

07/05/2026

Something special is happening up at Liawenee. The brown trout spawning run has kicked off, and it’s one of those moments that reminds you just how good Tasmania’s outdoors really is.

Huge credit to the team at the Inland Fisheries Service and Hydro Tasmania. If you’re keen to see what’s unfolding (and why it matters), it’s well worth a look.

After months of careful planning - and a little help from the weather - the Liawenee brown trout spawning run is officially underway, and the fish have wasted no time responding. Banking Water for a Big Moment Over the past few months, the Inland Fisheries Service (IFS) and Hydro Tasmania have been....

05/05/2026

If BushFest’s been on your list, now’s the time to start planning.
Sort your stay and take your time in the Central Highlands.

27/04/2026

Calling all outdoor clubs & adventure groups. Bushfest 2026 is your chance to connect with new people, showcase what you do, and grow your membership all with low-cost involvement to keep it accessible.

With Tassie’s Ticket to Play helping families access up to $200 towards memberships, there’s never been a better time to welcome new faces.

📝 Stall applications open 1 June

Got questions or keen to chat? Reach out anytime we’d love to hear from you.

23/04/2026

The 2025–26 brown trout season wraps up at 11:59 pm, Sunday 3 May 2026 marking the end of another incredible season across Tassie’s highland waters with most fisheries taking a well-earned winter break until the season reopens on Saturday 1 August 2026.

But it’s not over just yet… if you’re keen to squeeze in a few more sessions (and don’t mind a bit of highland chill and some lovely warm days), there are still some great Central Highlands options open a little longer & plenty of spots open year-round across the Highlands.

Winter fishing in the Highlands hits different quieter shores, misty mornings, and that magic feeling when it all comes together. Stay safe, rug up, respect the conditions....and as always: tight lines.

22/04/2026

With campfire season now back across much of Tasmania, it’s a good reminder of what makes time in the Central Highlands so special.

Bushfest is all about the outdoors, fresh air, open space, and those simple moments you don’t get anywhere else. Early starts, full days out, and winding down by the fire as the temperature drops.

If you’re heading out, take a moment to check local conditions and fire restrictions, and always follow safe campfire practices.

It’s more than a weekend — it’s a reason to visit.

13/04/2026

Bushfest has a habit of sneaking up on people. One minute it’s April… next minute it's November & everything’s booked.

Coming to Bushfest 26? Now’s the time to sort your stay. The good spots don’t hang around for long. 😜

Jump on the Central Highlands Council website for the full list of places to stay, including campsites & caravan parks across the region - centralhighlands.tas.gov.au/tourism/accommodation-attractions/

09/04/2026

If you live in the Central Highlands, love it here, or have ever spent time in the Highlands, now’s the time to back Bothwell. Bothwell is back in the running for Tassie’s Top Tourism Town 2026, and every vote helps put our town, our stories and our part of Tasmania on the map.

This place means a lot to a lot of people whether you call it home, escape here when you can, or just love what makes it special. It only takes a minute to vote, and it makes a real difference.

Vote here: https://tict.com.au/tourism-awards-programs/tassies-top-tourism-towns/vote-now-tassies-top-tourism-town-2026/bothwell-2026/

Voting closes 5pm, Friday 8 May.

Clyde Mill Rathmore Ratho Farm Central Highlands Council

Bothwell rests quietly in Tasmania’s Central Highlands, a place that doesn’t need to shout to be unforgettable. Here, the air is crisp, the horizons wide, and the stories real.

29/03/2026

BushFest tends to sneak up on people. One minute it’s March… next minute you’re packing the ute.

If you’d like a gentle nudge along the way, you can sign up for a few updates between now and November. No inbox overload. Just a bit of what’s coming together. Jump on if it feels like your kind of thing.

Link’s there if if you are keen for Bushfest news, scan the QR code or click on the link here - https://stats.sender.net/forms/ejRWRB/view

27/03/2026

27/03/2026

BushFest has become Tasmania’s outdoors. From a standing start to 7,000 attendees and still growing, the Festival brings together Tasmania’s outdoor community in one place, the heart of Tasmania, for one weekend.

Fishing. Hunting. Camping. 4WD. Not just watching — doing.

This isn’t a passive audience. They camp, cast, drive, explore and invest in the gear to do it well. Hands-on. High engagement. No noise. With strong dwell time and minimal promotional clutter, BushFest creates genuine connection between brands and people.

If your brand belongs in the outdoors it belongs here.

Partnerships for 2026 are now open. Tap through to view the Partnership doc here -https://centralhighlands.tas.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/2026-BUSHFEST-Sponsorship-V2.pdf