Teacher's Guide
Introduction
The BBX Royal Hobart Show, which is hosted by the Royal Agricultural Society of Tasmania, is an event that celebrates all things Australian. From our country heritage to the charms of our bustling city and from top level competition to the latest in entertainment, the show offers something for everyone.
For many years school students from the city and country have been visiting the Show to soak up the sights, sounds and smells of Rural Australia. The Show offers a unique hands-on learning experience for people of all age groups who can take advantage of the many educational experiences. This year is the 193rd anniversary of the first Hobart Show which was held on the lawns near the current Parliament House in 1822.
Thanks to the Tasmanian Premier the entry fee for students attending as part of a school group has been maintained at $3.50 per student. RAST is also offering every teacher who books a class group before 25th September 2015 a free ticket to our BBX Royal Hobart Wine Show Public Tasting in November, valued at $30.
Please read this Teachers Guide and then feel free to contact us with any questions you have about bringing your school group to the Show.
When is the Show?
| Wednesday 21 October 2015 Thursday 22 October 2015 Friday 23 October 2015 Saturday 24 October 2015 |
Where is the Show?
Hobart Showground, 2 Howard Road Glenorchy
How to Contact the Show
| Telephone: | (03) 6272 6812 |
| Facsimile: | (03) 6273 0524 |
| Email: | admin@hobartshowground.com.au |
| Internet: | www.hobartshowground.com.au |
Opening Hours
| Wednesday 21st | 9.00am – 9.00pm |
| Thursday 22nd | 9.00am – 5.00pm |
| Friday 23rd | 9.00am – 9.00pm |
| Satursday 24th | 9.00am – 4.00pm |
Discount Entry Fees for School Groups – Two for One
Discount entry to the BBX Royal Hobart Show is available on Wednesday 23rd October and Friday 25th October 2015 for students and accompanying teachers from schools. Students will pay only $3.50 with accompanying teachers and supervising adults free. A student/teacher ratio of 6:1 applies.
Book now for a great day for everyone!
Fill out the Application Form on page 27 and return it to the BBX Royal Hobart Show by Monday, 19th October 2015. A letter of entry will be forwarded to your school allowing access through the gates. An invoice will be issued to the school or payment can be made at the gates.
Further Information
Please contact Debbie Emmerton on (03) 6272 6812 between 1.00pm and 5.00pm weekdays.
Email: debbie@hobartshowground.com.au.
Survial Guide
Please read our Survival Guide webpage for information vital to students visiting the Hobart Show.