The World of Beetles exhibition celebrates the incredible diversity, beauty, and scientific importance of beetles. At the heart of the exhibition is the work of George Bornemissza (1924–2014), a pioneering entomologist whose introduction of dung beetles to Australia revolutionised pasture management and reduced bushfly populations. His passion for beetles extended beyond research, leading to the creation of Forest Beauties of the Beetle World—a stunning collection showcasing some of the most striking beetles from across the globe.

What's on:

Events and points of interest around Hobart.

4 Jun 2025 - 4 Jun 2025
Free Island of Ideas public talk: Safeguarding the Vulnerable in Conflict
In times of war and crisis, who’s protecting the most vulnerable? Hear from experts on the front lines of humanitarian protection.
5 Jun 2025 - 21 Jun 2025
Dark Mofo 2025
Dark Mofo, Mona’s midwinter festival in Tasmania, delves into centuries-old winter solstice rituals.
5 Jun 2025 - 15 Jun 2025
Dark Mofo Winter Feast
Dark Mofo, Mona’s midwinter festival in Tasmania, delves into centuries-old winter solstice rituals.
5 Sep 2024 - 2 Oct 2025
Geeveston FEAST
A family friendly event, the Geeveston Twilight Feast is on the first Thursday of every month featuring incredible local food!
5 Jun 2025 - 15 Jun 2025
Dark Dip 90º/6º – Hobart Off Season Edition
Join a transformative 1-hour floating wood-fired sauna experience, combining the primal forces of 90º fire and a 6º ice bath, at Hobart's waterfront precinct. As
5 Sep 2024 - 18 Dec 2025
Friends of Knocklofty Bushcare
Helping transform the city-fringed bushland of Knocklofty Reserve.
5 Jun 2025 - 21 Jun 2025
Dark Mofo
The City of Hobart is a proud partner of Dark Mofo.
5 Jun 2025 - 15 Jun 2025
City of Hobart + Dark Mofo Winter Feast
The City of Hobart is proud to once again be sponsoring the Winter Feast.
5 Jun 2025 - 5 Jun 2025
YARC Gallery – Art for Healing exhibition opening
The opening event of the Art for Healing exhibition in the YARC Gallery.
5 Jun 2025 - 5 Jun 2025
Psycho! | Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
A Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra concert featuring the music of Alfred Hitchcock's movie masterpiece Psycho, as well as a mesmerising performance
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