MONA TAS

Today was a highlight, at least for me, getting our culture fix at MONA - the Museum of Old and New Art.

But first up, we headed to Jackman & McRoss bakery - an excellent recommendation in the historic Battery Point area of Hobart. Anthony and I tried a famous Tassie scallop pie each, while the boys enjoyed delicious pastries. Lachie ordered a chocolate croissant and was served two (for the price of one) because they said it was a bit small - LOL it was enormous 😋

With full bellies we boarded the MONA Roma Ferry for a short cruise up the Derwent River to the museum. The ferry itself was part of the experience - including our own DIY ‘posh pit’ riding sheep back on the pauper’s deck.

Upon arrival, MONA’s mirrored entry is the first clue your senses are in for a wild ride inside. There’s no signage and no natural light in the underground labyrinth. Darkness and disorientation being all part of the experience.

The museum was equal parts interesting, unsettling, confusing and amusing, especially the signature Cloaca Professional (aka 'the poo machine') and Naughty Wall - the latter being not for the faint-hearted, especially when escorting teenage boys 😆

Returning from MONA we explored Hobart City Centre before indulging in a superb ‘Sydney to Hobart’ hot and cold seafood platter at the charismatic Drunken Admiral restaurant near Constitution Dock.

Back at the Carlton house, Dan’s Aurora Australis indicators were going off so we rugged up, braved the cold and headed to the beachfront for a clear view of the southern sky. We caught just a glimpse of colour before retreating to the warmth of our accommodation. Dan returned later in the night (or rather very early the next morning) to capture some magical Aurora action.Читать далее