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Hobart Gay and Lesbian Scene LGBT
(Hobart, Tasmania - TAS, Australia AU)



Hobart, Tasmania is now an extremely open-minded area of Australia and it is very gay tolerant, although until fairly recently same sex relationships in Tasmania were still illegal. The Tasmanian Gay and Lesbian Rights Group (TGLRG) was founded in 1988 and through persistent demonstrations and campaigning, finally persuaded the government to abolish this old-fashioned law in 1997.

LGBT gay and lesbian couples will find there are a number of gay-friendly bed and breakfast and guest houses to be found, in Hobart and nearby areas of Tasmania. These Hobart hotels will happily accept gay men and lesbian couples at their premises. There are also a number of gay and lesbian venues in Hobart and Tasmania including modern bars and trendy nightclubs.




Visitors to Hobart and Tasmania can pick up a free copy of the Tasmanian Gay and Lesbian Business and Service Directory at various cafés and bars, which provides the latest information about local events and activities for gay and lesbian visitors staying in Hobart.

Useful gay Hobart addresses and contact details include:

• Gay Information Line - Tel: +61 (0)3 6234 8179
• Lesbian Line - Tel: +61 (0)3 6231 4228
• The Tasmanian Gay and Lesbian Rights Group (TGLRG) - 82 Hampden Road, Battery Point, Hobart, Tasmania (TAS), 7001, Australia AU
  Tel: +61 (0)3 6224 3556

 
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