Survival Guide
Hint
We suggest teachers take this Survival Guide plus a copy of the Show Map on the excursion.
Transport
- Charter Buses – NOTE: the Knoll St drop off is no longer available (a map will be supplied with your entry tickets and is included with this kit)
- Depending on the bus route, either the Racecourse car park or the Car park on corner of Goodwood Rd and Brooker Highway. Access to the show is across the Brooker Highway via the pedestrian lights manned by traffic lights. Buses may park all day in either car park.
- Drop off students and teachers at the Bus Stop 23 on Main Rd opposite Cosgrove High School and proceed through the alleyway next to the Tile Shop to the front gates of the Showground. Bus to then proceed to either car park. Pick up can also be done from here. Buses must be travelling south toward the city from Glenorchy to utilise this bus stop.
- Metro Bus – general information line 13 22 01
- Car – parking available
- on the corner of Brooker Highway and Goodwood Road – entrance off Goodwood Road
- Racecourse – entrance off Goodwood Road
Entry Gates [Map Ref A6, F2]
Main entrance for all school students will be through the main gates on Howard Rd, Map Ref A5. Entry from the car park is through the Brooker Highway gates, Map Ref E2, students will need to cross at the traffic lights to gain entry to the Showground.
Respite Area
The best places to sit down as a group and either eat lunch or just have a rest are:-
- Lawn area in front of the Administration Building overlooking the Main Arena [Map Ref C3]
- Main Grandstand providing indoor cover and plenty of seating [Map Ref D2]
- Arena Side tiered seating, with Sheep Dogs [Map Ref C3, C3]
- Showcase Lawn [Map Ref A4, A5]
- Old Grandstand providing undercover seating and shade [Map Ref C3/D3]
- Heart 101.7 Showbag Pavilion, indoors with entertainment [Map Ref A4, B4]
- The Show Village Lawn [Map Ref D2]
Pavilion Opening Hours
All Pavilions are open at 9.00am each day.
Public Telephones
There are no Public Telephones on the Hobart Showground. In an emergency please call into the Information Centre or Police Office located near Administration Building or contact Show staff.
ATM Facilities
This year you will find one ATM located in the Showbag Pavilion near the Howard Road Entrance [Map Ref A4], and others at the end of the CWA Pavilion [Map Ref B4].
Toilet Facilities
There are numerous toilet facilities located around the Showground. Please refer to the map for specific locations.
First Aid
You will find the St John First Aid Station at the top of Showground Drive near the Information Centre. [Map Ref B3]
Police
The Police Station is located next to the St John First Aid Station at the top of Showground Drive near the Information Centre. [Map Ref C3]
Lost Students
It’s probably the thing that keeps Police the busiest on the days that Student groups come to the Show. The Police have asked that you simply pen teacher’s mobile number on their wrist or make sure they are carrying a piece of paper with the best contact number. [Map Ref C3]
Lost Persons Centre
If you lose each other in crowds, the best place to go is the Lost Persons Centre, located in the Police Station. [Map Ref C3]
Lost Property
Please report all lost property or theft to the Police located at the top of Showground Main Drive near the Information Centre. [Map Ref C3]
Parcel Minding Service
Unfortunately, at this stage, no parcel minding service will be available for 2015.
Excursion Hints
- Students should wear some form of school identification. With younger students this identification should include the mobile phone number of a supervisor in case the student gets separated from the group. We do not recommend that this identification include the name of the individual student.
- Bring on the excursion:
- Confirmation of booking issued by the Schools’ Program Coordinator
- This Excursion Survival Guide
- Show Map
- Sunscreen
- Water
- Hat
- Wet weather gear
- Comfortable shoes
- Backpack or carry bag is useful for students to collect information and samples from exhibitors while at the Show
- A free water re-fill station is located on (to be confirmed) facilitated by Glenorchy City [Map Ref: TBC]
- Animals on Display - Please be aware that some types of animals are not at the Show for the 4 days of the Show.
- Although many animals are domesticated, they can cause injury and should be treated with caution. The size and bulk of some animals can make them potentially very dangerous.
AVOID Accidents!
Please advise students to:
- Avoid quick movements or loud noises that may frighten the animals.
- Do not poke, tease or imitate the sound the animal makes.
- Beware of standing behind the animals, as livestock can kick forward, sideways and backwards.
- Only pat the animals if the owner is present and gives his or her permission. Wash hands afterwards.
- Move slowly in single file around livestock.
- Allow enough space between you and the animals to avoid being stepped on or kicked.
- Most animals tend to be aggressive when protecting their young. Be extra careful around newborn animals.
- Touch animals gently and don’t push or shove, but only when allowed to do so.
- Always wash your hands after touching animals. Hand washing facilities are located at the entry and exit points of animal pavilions.
Further Information
Please contact Debbie Emmerton on (03) 6272 6812 between 1.00pm and 5.00pm weekdays.
Email: debbie@hobartshowground.com.au.
Teachers Guide
Please read our Teachers Guide webpage for information important to teachers.