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Tasmania has the 2nd and 3rd oldest Cities in Australia,
(Hobart and Launceston)
2004 is the anniversary of the first permanent European Settlement on the Australian island state of Tasmania.
The Tasmanian Premier,Jim Bacon asks that we consider the last 200 years and reflect on the people,places and occasions that have shaped the Tasmania we know today.
The Premier reminds us , it is important to acknowledge the Aboriginal people,the original owners of the land,for whom the coming of the Europeans brought much sorrow and grief.
The year is also an opportunity to celebrate the contributions that today's Aborigines make to the Tasmanian community,Mr Bacon said.
Special Bicentenary Historical Projects
This year will see many special publications and activities
documenting the history of Tasmania.
Projects and Events already announced include:
The portrayals of Port Dalrymple from 1804 and beyond
Clarence Commemmorative Crossing
Eastern Shore Historical Society Network
Interpretative Plaques
Hobart Town First Settlers Association
Campbell Town
recognizing the contributions of the convict builders,
A brick walking trail depicts a convict's name,age,date of arrival,crime
and sentence.
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