Sustainability in Tourism

What encourages you to stay somewhere sustainable?

Much has been written about sustainable tourism and locations around the world, but what makes you chose ordinary over sustainable?

Platypus Park Country Retreat, accommodation Bridport Tasmania has over many years been offering visitors a sustainable option for their holiday stay in North East Tasmania. First Eco certified in 2000 with Eco Hotels of the World and again in 2009 with Eco Tourism Australia. Awarded Excellence certificate in 2012 by Keep Australia Beautiful, for showing the ultimate essence of sustainability.

What's ECO accommodation?

Simply it is accommodation which has put into practice many Ecological sustainabilty features and practices into their property, designed to look after the environment. Like what? Accommodation Bridport complex in Tasmania, Platypus Park Country Retreat, was the first in North East Tasmania to offer this type of stay.

A rural property sitting just on the edge of the seaside village of Bridport offers self contained accommodation for families, couples, singles and groups. They have included solar power, solar hot water and a self managed waste water treatment system. the complex relies totally on rain for it's water supply, stored in underground tanks. You will find compost bins for recycling all food waste, recylcing conatiners for plastics and bottles and bags for aluminium cans. Aything which can be recycled on the property is.  Guests are also encouraged to feed the chickens leftover vegetable matter and meat products may be donated to feed the friendly Kelpie cross, Sofie. There is also an organic vegetable garden and orchard where you may purchase fresh produce.

Next time you are considering a stay in Bridport accommodation, please consider the environment and the impact waste has on the landscape.

Just two minutes drive from the village centre you will find a peaceful, relaxing property complete with choices in accommodation to suit your needs. You can book online at www.platypuspark.com.au or ph 03 63561873.

     

• Promoting "eco" activitiesOrganic or Local FoodCar-free accessibility Ecological cleaning products More than 80% waste recycling Energy saving lights Green building Solar thermal panels for hot water 

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  Electric Car charging
  
  
• Environmentally aware

Hidden Secrets of Tasmania

Exciting Electrifying Tasmania

There's a new kid on the block, and you know what that means, don't you? It is exciting!

Many people who live in Launceston, Tasmania have driven passed the Trevallyn Power station many hundreds of times and never really knew what was in that large white building on the way to Riverside.

John Lovell has exclusive access to show you all the secrets hiding inside that building. His new business Discover Tasmania Tours will take you on a quick tour, half or full day tours of the Trevallyn, Duck Reach, and Waddamana Power stations and museums.

John with a group ready to tour

Ever wondered about how electricity is made? John has all the answers. Ever wondered when electricity came to Tasmania? John can tell you. He's a very friendly guy and worked for Hydro Tasmania for many years. He is now retired, well sort of, but he can't stay away from the excitement of electricity.

An original Pelton Wheel from Waddamna.

His quick tours operate on demand with minimum number requirements and strict dress code. Your safety is paramount to John, and he will kit you out in HiVis vest, hard hat and safety glasses, just to be sure. His vehicle is a very safe Mitsubishi Challenger 4WD. John also holds a current Red Cross first aid certification.

John's favourite quote, "you never know what's around the corner" so don't wait, go exploring with John you'll be glad you did.

Trevallyn Power station turbine

So give John a call,  0447 673 459, so you too can discover John and the Power Station Explorer Tour when you are visiting Launceston in Northern Tasmania.

Discover Tasmania Tours also have other tours which may interest you, around the Northern region, which will include visiting wineries, waterfalls, caves and bays, oh and don't forget John will know where all the best Tasmanian food is too!