r/hobart

Just venting. Had a shit meal tonight at Big Wong on Elizabeth St. Definitely not as good as the last time I ate there a couple years back. One of my work colleagues is from China and told me so many of the Asian restaurants are just run for two years after being bought by people for the business visa pathway (it's a path to permanent migration). So probably not even run by chefs. I'd be fine with this if the food was great but all we're ending up with are ghost businesses killing the inner city. Look at what happened to SWEET ENVY bakery.
Hey, I'm of Asian heritage so it's not racist, I know shit food when I eat it. Taste of Malaysia is GREAT and a rare gem. So not talking about all Asian restaurants, just the shit ones that are obviously run for migration purposes. Vent!

I've had to break my lease recently and the real estate are saying that it's my responsibility to keep the power on until a new tenant is found. They've gone back and forth between saying that it's due to the septic tank needing to have constant power, and simply saying that it's because they need to be able to show potential tenants through.

They've referred to the Residential Tenancy Act 1997, saying that it states that "if a tenant breaks a lease they are responsible for maintaining the utilities and paying rent until a new tenant is found, leaving the power on so that a new tenant can be shown through", but I can't find any information like that in the act.

I understand that I need to keep paying rent but am not sure about the electricity. Any advice?

So, I was standing by the bus stop with my wife when a car load of teens screeched to a halt in the middle of the road. One kid stuck his head out the window and yelled "Bus Wan*er". Then he ducked back in and squeaked at the driver to "Drive drive drive".

Seriously, with petrol prices what they are, these kids need a better hobby.

I’ve been thinking about moving to Hobart myself, so I wanted to hear how people are finding it once the excitement of the move settles down a bit. Has it been worth it overall with work, lifestyle, meeting people, cost of living, and day-to-day life?

I've had a stay in the RHH and, all credit to every nurse in here they are magnificent workers who have saved my life before, (as well as their ace doctors and surgeons, of course). May God bless them all.

But, during this stay I thought it odd, 48 hrs on ward and no early morning cleaning crew comes and goes, as 15 years ago was like clockwork every morning after breakfast?

Patient next to me was moved out tonight and in came a cleaner who I began ear bashing.

No, she said. I am not a cleaner. I am a nurse. We do all the cleaning now. Even vomit and poo on the regular.

Why are they forced to do this?

The Mockery never reported it and nurses won't strike, because their job commitment to you and I will not permit it.

Another shameful Tasmanian Liberals job description alteration. I'll bet Rockliff and company all have private cleaners.

With MSY now online only, my googling failed to find another bricks and mortar store around Hobart that keeps PC components.

I know margins are tight, prices are volatile and holding stock comes at a cost but surely Hobart has enough nerds to support a parts vendor?

Hello! We are honeymooning in Hobart soon for a couple of days.

We dont have a car / will just taxi.

We are going to see Mona, but any other suggestions for dinner/lunches / other things to do in the surrounds for experiences? Even any half day / full day tours ect?

Bought a second hand fridge that was working when I picked it up.. drove it home in the boot which is 5 minutes around the corner . Now not cooling?

I am a poor uni student, Ive been going to the public center for a couple painful cavities and i got a filling earlier today but they fucked up so bad half the tooth fell out completely vertical all the way to the gum.

I really need a dentist to help me fix this asap and anything other issues i have.

At this point i dont care about cost and just need my mouth fixed but of course cheaper the better
please this is so painful

Good afternoon/good morning has anyone moved to Hobart from England and what do you love about Hobart most and what do you miss about the UK for context I live in West Yorkshire and a duel citizen so have both Aussie and British passport M 41

Hey everyone,

My partner and I are at our wits' end with the Hobart rental market. We’ve been searching for nearly two months now and every single application comes back rejected.

The Stats:

Income: $7,000+ combined monthly (both working).

Reliability: Stable employment (IT and Hospitality).

The "Offer": We’ve been telling agents we are happy to pay 10 weeks' rent in advance just to get a foot in the door.

We aren't looking for a mansion—just a standard place to live. We have references, we show up to every inspection, and we apply within an hour of the viewing.

Is there a "shadow market" we’re missing? Are there specific agencies that are better to deal with, or is Hobart just actually impossible right now? If anyone has advice on how to make an application stand out (or knows of a lead), we’d appreciate it more than you know.

Cheers.

Edit: monthly income is $7000 and closer to $9000 with side hustles

Hi all,

Im applying for a job in Tas that I think I might get. Im still studying, and so is my partner, but the job pays well and it would be beneficial for my career after I graduate.

I was wondering how the rental market is down there, and what some good suburbs to look at are? The job is in Hobart so looking for some suburbs that have accessible public transport into the city and are otherwise nice but not too expensive :)

Im currently in Brisbane and it took me several months to find my current rental, so concerned how long it might take to find a place in Tassie, especially not being able to view them.

Also, my partner is studying secondary education and currently works as a teacher aid & OSHC supervisor. Are jobs like that in high demand/easy to come by?

Otherwise I used to have family down there and its such a beautiful place so very excited to take this next step :)

I’m looking for a new GP, with a particular interest in men’s mental health, specifically post-separation. I’m willing to travel to see the right person - any specific recommendations very deeply appreciated.

Can confirm directly; after shutting down the Hobart Private maternity ward, they are now sending away mothers and infants from Calvary to the Royal.