Spirit of Tasmania IV Arrival Event

Be part of history as Spirit of Tasmania IV makes its first arrival into Tasmania on Friday 22 August 2025.

This new ship not only marks an exciting chapter for Tasmania but also opens greater opportunities for Burnie residents to explore the mainland and for visitors to discover all that Burnie has to offer.

Community Welcome Wave

This Friday, Spirit of Tasmania IV will make her first appearance along Tasmania's North West Coast. Catch a glimpse as she sails past for a community Welcome Wave:

⏰ Cape Wickham - 5.20am
⏰ Rocky Cape - 12.30pm
⏰ Burnie - 2.10pm
⏰ Penguin, Ulverstone & Turners Beach between 2.20pm and 3.10pm 
⏰ Devonport - 3.30pm

This will be the first chance for Tasmanians to see the new vessel - a moment we've all been waiting for. Will you be watching from the coast?

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Welcome Event

Head to the Devonport Mersey Bluff Precinct between 3.30 pm and 5.30 pm, featuring a Rotary sausage sizzle, kids’ entertainment, and the spectacular sight of the ship sailing by on its way to Hobart for its final fitout.

This is an all-weather event, bring your family, friends, and cameras and help us celebrate this exciting new connection.

When

Location

Mersey Bluff Precinct, Bluff Road, 7310, View Map and directions