Sweltering summer temperatures, long commutes, high property prices, and city skylines can force many people to search for a fresh start in Tasmania.

Login or signup to continue reading

And given how much it rains, the grass is often literally and metaphorically greener for those looking for a tree change.

After moving to Tasmania in mid-2024, here are some things I wish I knew before I made the journey across the Bass Strait.

If you think the rain, wind and cool air means you won't get sunburnt living in Tasmania, think again.

Apparently a thinner ozone layer, less polluted air, and longer summer daylight makes the sun and UV rays more intense on the island.

This is information I learnt the hard way.

Although the intense burn I received after spending 20 minutes in the sun peeled for a week, I'm thankful for the lesson as living in Tasmania has inspired me to step up my sunscreen game, which includes never leaving the house without applying a thick layer to my skin.

"What's a heat pump?"

It's a question I asked many times after moving to........

© Canberra Times