Spirited Devonport

23/05/2024

Spirited Devonport's editor, Jakob Barrett spoke with Migrant Resource Centre Northern Tasmania's Community Connector for the North of Tasmania, Libby Dobson about her role and why community resilience is important.

Spirited Devonport’s editor, Jakob Barrett interviewed Libby Dobson, the Devonport Community Connector for the Migrant Resource Centre.

22/05/2024

Michael Lizotte, from the Trauma Awareness Network Australia (TANA), writes about the significant people in his life and why they are important to him.

Mike Lizotte feels very strongly about the power of loving relationships that support one another through life. More importantly, the understanding we all need to grasp, that the lifelong positive effects of carers, mentors, family and friends really does make a difference. We all can play a part in

19/05/2024

In this story Karen Revie, RANT’s Pathways Program Manager, interviews Spirited Devonport editor Jakob Barrett about his experience winning a Resilient Australia Award in 2023.

Karen Revie, RANT’s Pathways Program Manager, interviews Spirited Devonport editor Jakob Barrett about his experience winning a Resilient Australia Award in 2023.

16/05/2024

Today we are sharing The Long Goodbye, a poem by Les Hender.

Today we are sharing Les Hender’s poem, The Lon Goodbye.

14/05/2024

Spirited Devonport's editor, Jakob Barrett, sat in on a training session with the Mersey Unit of the Tasmanian SES and interviewed lifelong volunteer members.

Spirited Devonport Editor Jakob Barrett interviewed a group of SES volunteers for the Community Stories project.

12/05/2024

Spirited Devonport's editor, Jakob Barrett, sat in on a training session with the Mersey Unit of the Tasmanian SES and interviewed volunteer member Amanda.

Stay tuned for part 2 when we speak with other SES lifelong volunteers

Spirited Devonport editor Jakob Barrett interviewed Amanda, a volunteer member of the Tasmanian SES, Mersey Unit.

09/05/2024

We finish our week-long celebration of North West poets with Intermingling, a poem by Les Hender.

Les Hender finishes off our week-long celebration of poets on the North West coast.

08/05/2024

Robbie Taylor's poem, Jim Mack, continues our celebration of poets on the North West coast of Tasmania.

Robbie Taylor has generously shared more of her poetry.

07/05/2024

Today, we are sharing a poem written by Alex Kremneff as part of our North West poetry celebrations.

Alex Kremneff from TANA shares a poem.

06/05/2024

Today we are showcasing Robbie Taylor in our celebration of poets from the North West coast.

Robbie Taylor from the Europa Poets sent in a poem.

06/05/2024

Following the success of the Open Mic Poetry Night on the 17th, we are sharing some of the photos that event photographer, Jaikira Grundy, took on the night.

05/05/2024

This week, on Spirited Devonport, we are celebrating our talented poets based in the North West region. We will be posting a new poem everyday this week!

Today we are sharing a poem from Alex Kremneff.

This week, on Spirited Devonport, we are celebrating our talented poets based in the North West region.

02/05/2024

Karen Revie talks about the details for RANT’s upcoming community project.

30/04/2024

Les Hender, one of the poets who attended the Open Mic Poetry Night on April 17th has shared some of his poems with us.

28/04/2024

Spirited Devonport editor, Jakob Barrett spoke with Don Tracey, from the Deloraine Kangaroos Football Club, who talks about how the Football Club was affected by the 2022 floods and how the community supported its recovery.

Spirited Devonport editor, Jakob Barrett spoke with Don Tracey, the manager of the Deloraine Football Club who talks about how the Football Club was affected by the floods and how the community supported its recovery.

23/04/2024

Following the success of the Open Mic Poetry Night at RANT Arts on Wednesday, 17th of April, we are sharing some of the poems read aloud on the night. Alex Kremneff, Vice President of Trauma Awareness Network Australia (TANA), has shared his poem, titled Four Seasons.

Following the success of the Open Mic Poetry Night at RANT Arts on Wednesday, 17th of April, we are sharing some of the poems read aloud on the night. Alex Kremneff, Vice President of TANA (Trauma Awareness Network Australia), has shared his poem, titled Four Seasons.

23/04/2024

⚡Attention all poets!⚡

Did you miss out on our last poetry event? Fear not, we have you covered! Our next open mic poetry event will be held on Wednesday 29th May at RANT Devonport.

Join us for a family-friendly community-led night of local poetry and share your stories in a relaxed and supportive environment. Whether you are a beginner or an established poet, we welcome everyone to express themselves. You can expect to hear a variety of styles, from the wild and quirky to the serious and hopeful.

Please note that bookings are essential. Light refreshments will be served. We look forward to seeing you there!

Come share your poetry at RANT Arts' Open Mic Poetry Night - a chance to express yourself in front of a supportive crowd!

22/04/2024

Our friends at the Mental Health Council of Tasmania would love to hear from you! Help them create a new theme for Mental Health Week 2024 and give your input by completing a quick survey.