A summer of events and safety
Enjoying the Port of Hobart and Hobart's waterfront responsibly this summer.
Posted
19 December 2024
Safety starts at the waterfront
Hobart's waterfront is coming alive, and TasPorts is excited to support a summer full of events. As the crowds gather to enjoy the festivities, it's important to remember safety first.
The Hobart waterfront is a shared space during the event season, with pedestrians and cyclists sharing the same space. To ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience, it's crucial for pedestrians to be aware of their surroundings.
TasPorts has installed a number of lifebuoys and ladders across the waterfront with user instructions on the front of each capsule. In the event of an emergency, dial 000 immediately.
Here are some tips on how you and your loved ones can safely enjoy festivities along the Port of Hobart over the holidays:
- Always keep a safe distance from the water's edge.
- Don't climb on or near any equipment or structures.
- Make sure children are supervised at all times.
- Keep your eyes on the view and not on your phone.
- Stay on the designated paths and pedestrian crossings.
- Watch for any traffic.
- Watch for uneven surfaces and slippery conditions.
By following these guidelines, you can play your part in creating a safe and enjoyable summer on Hobart's waterfront.
Events along Hobart's waterfront precinct
Hobart's waterfront is springing to life and TasPorts is thrilled to support and host a vibrant season of summer events across the Port of Hobart.
To accommodate the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yach Race, Launceston to Hobart Yacht Race, Melbourne to Hobart Yacht Race, Taste of Summer and Hobart's New Year's Eve fireworks, a number of spaces across the waterfront will be temporarily closed to vehicle and/or pedestrian traffic over December and January.
| Event | Event dates | Temporary road closures |
| Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race Village | 17 December 2024 to 4 January 2025 | Franklin Wharf, between Constitution Dock Bridge and Victoria Dock Bridge |
| Launceston to Hobart Yacht Race Village | 27 December 2024 to 1 January 2025 | Franklin Wharf, between Constitution Dock Bridge and Elizabeth Street intersection |
| New Years Eve | 31 December 2024 to 1 January 2025 | Franklin Wharf, between Elizabeth Street and Morrison Street |
City of Hobart will also have a number of temporary road closures across Castray Esplanade, Morrison Street, Salamanca Place and Montpelier Retreat during December and January to accommodate Taste of Summer and New Year's Eve festivities. You can find all the details of these closures on the City of Hobart website here.
If you're enjoying the festivities, please be aware of your surroundings and follow all safety signage.
TasPorts is proud to play a central role in these iconic Tasmanian events, which celebrate Hobart's maritime heritage and enliven the waterfront. From world-class yacht races to the Taste of Summer, this vibrant season offers something for everyone and highlights the best of Hobart's summer.