Exploring the history and weirdness of the Domain in Hobart, Tasmania. Patreon www.patreon.co... Twitter / angusthornett Instagram / angusthornett
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@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
This is the 50th video covering the history and mystery of Hobart and surrounds is up now on KZfaq. Thanks to everyone who has watched the channel. Audience enthusiasm has meant a great deal. Extra thanks to the generosity of Patreon members. It's rather humbling. I'd also like to publicly thank Ken Zebra, who initially and perpetually encouraged me to produce videos. Without his unfounded confidence in me I literally would not have begun. If I could talk to the animals, I'd thank Harry and Dolly (RIP). If I had a time machine, I'd like for them to meet and play. In my mind they are as good friends to each other as they have been to me. And to Mum, the most important and consistent person across my lifetime.
@Th4thWiseman5 ай бұрын
Dear Angus, #A subtle missive! The volumes of words you hear from that not known nor understood come from the animals that look not only at you in eye,but also peer in the covers they reside sharing in essence all they behold transcended too YOU uptaken sometimes unaware from where this "innate inner voice" came from! Stalwarts of this realm we are , and to attempt to not do so to those in misunderstanding not fathomed in ourselves is an injustice to self alone. You my friend hear, listen and express same similar in subtle ways to this your audience in video we see! Continue my friend....... continue ❤️✔️
@YouToobuh5 ай бұрын
The views and support you get speak to the amazing work you do, shedding light on the lore, backalleys and backwoods of our sleepy, southern town. I could barely believe it when I ran into you one day, walking the dog on Max's loop! Local legend, unshrouding local legends!
@leandabee5 ай бұрын
Lovely words 🤗👌
@seanworkman4315 ай бұрын
I always enjoyed the Domain, it was a great place to be as I lived in Nth Hobart, you showed a lot of history I was not aware of. Congratulation on 50 videos, great work.
@annaphillips712011 күн бұрын
Our life stories melt into our landscape over time. Once, my mum gathered up some wood near the water tank one year. We were quite poor and couldn’t afford a load. I carelessly threw a branch in the car boot but it landed on a bottle of Chilean wine Mum had bought for us to drink later. (from her latest Bingo win at the Polish hall) we sat in the grass pouring what was left of the wine into the cups of our hands and sipping the beautiful wine. Every time I drive past the water tank I think of my Mum. Thank you Angus, for sharing this video with us, reminding me of this special day and spot in my life. ❤
@JimmerofOz5 ай бұрын
I have learnt more about Hobart's history from your hard work and research that has gone into the videos on your channel than I have for any other source, thank you Angus!
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thanks, mate
@andrewdean59495 ай бұрын
@@angusthornettare you at any stage intending to stray north, and cover some history up this way, myself, and many others would be grateful and interested…
@gayewebb9435 ай бұрын
Hi Angus. The domain was my old stomping ground throughout my earlier years. I learnt to drive up there before they shut the middle road. There was a flying fox in the park up on top of the hill, it was always in use. My father took us to the water tanks every year to watch the fireworks at the Regatta, it was a popular place to view them . Lets not forget the dog training every Sunday morning. The old Olympic pool was where we played every weekend through the summer. We used to catch the train from New Town station to the city. I was young when the trains stopped and remember being very disappointed to not ride on them any more. Lots of memories. Thanks for your excellent videos. I learn something new every time you and the dog go on your walkabout.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thanks, glad you're getting something from them. So many of the things you've mentioned are gone now. But everything goes away in the end. You experienced it and that's the most that can be done.
@peterbateman80185 ай бұрын
Thank you Angus for another precious gem. The Domain was a place we were made to play soccer on at 8am Saturday in the middle of winter, then a few years later wagging school for a day here and there up on the Domain. I had a boat shed for a few years at the slips; their all gone now, unfortunately. Appreciated, is the slow development, mostly luck, and partly good planning. I hope the Derwent Sea Scouts can find a permanent home there soon. We are all fortunate to have access to such a place here in Tassie.
@robcook26815 ай бұрын
also just up from the sea scouts is the old powder jetty, where the gun powder was unloaded
@robcook26815 ай бұрын
PS also had the frost cracking under foot at soccer
@nickpezz98385 ай бұрын
Thank you for all your hard work and research for putting these amazing videos together Angus. I’ll be honest. It’s been over 20 years since I left Tassie and your channel makes me miss Hobart more than ever.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thanks, mate.
@Clintreid755 ай бұрын
Another great video Angus! Thanks for uploading 👍🍻 Do you have “The dog and I” tee shirts and coffee mugs yet? I’d buy one 👌😊
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
I don't know how keen the channels viewers actually would be these things.
@Clintreid755 ай бұрын
@@angusthornett maybe down the road a bit 👍
@andrewdean59495 ай бұрын
Do it mate, you never know, they might take off!
@brianpyle38395 ай бұрын
Nice work. I’m glad I got to drive and hike around the Domain.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
You did well, Brian.
@johnnimbus87615 ай бұрын
Each of those landmarks are a video of their own. I didn't know of the gunpowder store there.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Anyone can go look at it.
@Jarrod5665 ай бұрын
As someone who drives past the Athletic grounds every day, i always thoight the concrete 6 block was a leftover from a development at the athletics ground, never thought it was from the old pool. There is lots of hidden stuff on the domain if you look!
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Yeah, it's odd
@TheCuratorIsHere5 ай бұрын
Me too always been wondering 🤔
@james71495 ай бұрын
Angus, this your 50th video related to Hobart history was fascinating, well researched while leaving us so well educated in Tasmania’s beautiful capitol. Thank you for your on going work to produce these great points of history.👏
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching, James.
@jimmyb101Ай бұрын
What a dude, your deep appreciation of history deserves a hat off mate
@angusthornettАй бұрын
Cheers, dude.
@pmacgowan5 ай бұрын
I used to swim at that pool, many happy memories jumping of the dive platform on a hot summers day, Thanks Angus for the memories
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thanks, mate
@lillybombtye5 ай бұрын
Loved to see the photo of the pool. Brings back memories. I also think there was an 'Adventure Playground' up there somewhere in the 70's. Maybe?
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
There was. It had a flying fox. Got taken down because it was deemed unsafe.
@catrionahall84355 ай бұрын
Fabulous, more secrets of Hobart revealed and so nice to see the rainbow. Hobart truly is the Rainbow City.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thanks, Catriona
@65thebluehawk5 ай бұрын
Thankyou for acknowledging the homeless that use the domain. This land is for the use of our people. It bothers me that these people are often moved on.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Moved on to nowhere.
@annaphillips712011 күн бұрын
You and the doggie have taught me so much about Hobart, thank you Angus
@vman73215 ай бұрын
Missed the AC/DC concert by 6 hours on my first return to living in Tasmania, as kids in the 80’s we loved going to the Adventure playground near the summit. Also was a spectator standing around 30 metres from where a Mini being driven in Targa lost control into the crowd and fire tanker, wasn’t a good day, luckily no fatalities. Was last there in Nov 2023 at the Tennis Centre for a friends Birthday, cheers Angus
@hawthorngrove36295 ай бұрын
I used to roller-skate on the old tanks as a kid and I saw my first concert at the Domain as an adult (AC/DC) in 2001. My mums friend Bobby Kelty owned a house on the Glebe and he raced Dalmatians on the Domain. I lost a tooth chewing Minties while watching one of those races. I know little more of the history.
@robinadderley67555 ай бұрын
Hi Angus ,the original Botanical Gardens station building is now at the Tasmanian Transport Museum in Glenorchy together with the station from Newtown.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thanks, Robin
@Tas-Devil5 ай бұрын
Fantastic summary about the domain, so much history up there. Interesting about the original water supply for the botanical gardens, given Hobart is the 2nd direst city in Australia it did well to supply enough water for the gardens.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Yes, it was a real feat.
@bigears40145 ай бұрын
Your filming is superb, and your naration is just as good
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Cheers, mate.
@HamRadioDX5 ай бұрын
Cheers and thanks for the summary of the Domain. Our amateur radio club - the Radio and Electronics Association of Southern Tasmania currently utilizes the weatherboard building a the top for our clubrooms and activities.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thanks, mate.
@dannynolan88635 ай бұрын
This is first time I watched one of your videos on my big screen tv. I just happened to pick one of your best episodes yet. Loved it. Mainly because when I was in Hobart , I took a great internet interest in the Domain area. You answered lots of lingering questions I never got around to finding out myself. Cheers.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thanks for viewing, Danny
@cloudstreet82145 ай бұрын
Your videos make me want to come back to Tassy. Epic episode.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Don't do anything too rash.
@anthonysmith4345 ай бұрын
Thanks Angus for your videos. I always look forward to them learn a little more about Hobart it’s one of our family’s favourite holiday destinations each year We have referred to some of your videos to explore for something different to the usual tourist destinations.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Good to hear, always new things to see. If not then there are new ways of looking at the same things.
@JimmyCall5 ай бұрын
There was talk in the early 2000's to bring back the trains. As you probably know the tracks are now a walking track right into the city.
@ManiBatchelor5 ай бұрын
Really lovely video mate. You’re absolute blessing to the platform my friend, this has always been the content I’ve longed for. I love the thoughtful yet sombre tone, and it has made me realise over your last 50 videos, how much around us has been forgotten. Keep up the good work mate, it’s always a good Sunday when you upload.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thanks, mate.
@jimallen1995 ай бұрын
Thanks again Angus the history of this beautiful city I now call home and your videos are of great interest & I often feel encouraged to to explore myself some of the many places you have introduced me to. Cheers Mate
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Yes, you should go out. on foot. Hobart will reveal itself that way.
@eddierofl5 ай бұрын
Why the Government didn't choose the TCA ground to redevelop into the CBD stadium I'll never know. Multiple entry exit points, any number of extra roads and carparks could be built. Access to the Northern train line is close by (because one day surely we'll get trains again!?)
@xscale5 ай бұрын
They might still do it. Apparently the cricket is trying to pull out of Blundstone and want a dedicated ground of their own. Either would make a better location for a stadium than Mac Point!
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
It's complicated. Hobart has many failed stadium plans.
@jonathanmatthews835 ай бұрын
Or even the RHH
@kyleroberts26515 ай бұрын
Angus, congratulations on your 50th video on the history and mysteries of Hobart. I have learnt so many interesting stories of Hobart since my arrival in July 2021. Keep up the great work . Btw do you do speaking engagements for history nerds? If not you should (maybe an old Hobart drinking establishment would be a good venue )
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
I don't. I'm less impressive IRL.
@kyleroberts26515 ай бұрын
😆😜
@tonybruce5 ай бұрын
Another pearler. Thanks Angus.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thanks, Tony
@fixxxer70305 ай бұрын
Best one yet.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Cheers, mate.
@benstone50365 ай бұрын
This is great, only been to Hobart twice but love it…and there’s a cool dog!
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Dogs improve most things.
@1240enzo5 ай бұрын
Thankyou Angus, as ever you are able to document aspects of the history, of in this case the Domain, that I wasn’t aware of. 👍😁
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Cheers.
@MichaelB-zv3yp5 ай бұрын
Love your work mate 👍🏻
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Cheers, mate
@TheCuratorIsHere5 ай бұрын
12:47 Hey! That’s mine! 😆
@andrewlindsay47735 ай бұрын
Interesting- I'd never considered where the water came from historically for the Botanical Gardens
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
There are a lot of under-examined things about Hobart.
@moibenson46165 ай бұрын
Wow. Memories of parts of Hobart that I still can recall, and some, like magazine I knew nothing about! Your camera work is excellent, as is your comintary. I Have always wanted to return there, but as my use by dateis ever nearer I suspect this is just a well meant-to-be dream. Northern Colorado is a long way from there! A job well done, and thank you so very much. Is there, or have you ever visited Port Arthur with your camera? I spent few years there; imagine my shock and horror, as City boy in Melbourne to...There! I had never seen a cow before, and did not know what these bovines were and I asked about TV, I was looked at...quite suspiciously and asked,"What is TV?" True story!
@waratah54225 ай бұрын
As usual another great informative video, Tasmania has a great history hidden away ( that you are uncovering ) let's hope our future also adds to the stories
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
In time I hope new people will add their own narratives.
@largestirling5 ай бұрын
Hi Angus- I takes my dogs up the domain almost daily- thanks for pointing out some things I have walked by and never realised the significance of, particularly the Number 6 block! Do you have any idea what the small concrete slabs below the radio tower on the easter side of the domain are remnants of? There are two to the north of the middle carpark (just above the water reservoirs with BBQ facilities) another to the south west of said carpark. The northern ones have evidence of plumbing. I do wonder if they are part of WW2 defence systems?
@mrfreddyfudpucker21855 ай бұрын
One was a scout hut.
@dougcummings25635 ай бұрын
Love your presentation, enlightenment through enthusiasm, well done.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thank you.
@allanmaccaul14655 ай бұрын
I always learn heaps watching your videos, much appreciated mate..👍
Enlightening, interesting and enthralling as usual Angus
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thank you, Tommy
@davidhunter92825 ай бұрын
Thanks Angus here's a pineapple for my appreciation on your work m8👌🏿
@trevorsneath46655 ай бұрын
An excellent video Angus. So many fascinating things in it that were a total surprise to me.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thanks, Trevor.
@mixmastermoods5 ай бұрын
That was a great documentary mate. A credit to you and your researching skills. Loved that image of the proposed railway into the city. Imaging looking down Collins Street and seeing that grand art Deco train station entrance! Cheers mate
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
The layout of the whole city would have changed.
@sandrahealey63855 ай бұрын
Thanks Angus! I always look forward to your videos, you and the dog never disappoint 😎
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Dog wins again.
@fredeverett43405 ай бұрын
Great VLOG Angus. As usual. Any thought on a VLOG on Old Beach? It seems to be a forgotten remnant of the Easter shore. 👍
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Maybe eventually
@Tascountrygirl4 ай бұрын
Thank you for this excellent 'walk and talk' on the Domain. It has been a definite jog to my multiple memories of living in Hobart at a number of times in my life and as a child in the lives of my parents and family. It was very sad when the wonderful passenger rail system was demolished. My father at one time worked in Tasrail (as it is called now) as a clerical staff member and I can recall as a child moving to Hobart with my family when my father was temporarily transferred. I always have felt deeply saddened by the knowledge of how the last Thylacine died at the Beaumaris Zoo. Hopefully there may still be a Thylacine somewhere in the wilds. However they would have a tough time in today's Tasmania. So many good and sad memories. Thank you again. The land looks very dry at the moment which sadly is true in the north as well. May I ask if you are related to the Sydney Thornett family who included some renowned footballers (rugby I think). My family were very close friends with members of that Thornett family who spent some time in northern Tasmania and who later lived in Fairlight near Manly in Sydney?
@drewbrouder42335 ай бұрын
Thank you Angus and thank you Ken!
@gavinadamson28915 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thank you, Gavin. This support is huge help. I’m currently finalising the edit on a new video. It’s about the lost Highland Road to Hobart. It should be up on the channel at 5pm Sunday.
@gavinadamson28915 ай бұрын
Thanks for your hard work, it very much appreciated. Hobart history presented in a modern way. My kids have watched them. I hope you end up with your own tv show!
@flamingstag23815 ай бұрын
great research & production from ur drone footage i see so many buildings that must have their own individual stories. !
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thank you
@blackdogRexy6 ай бұрын
Is the dog pulling a Slim Pickens in Dr Strangelove there?
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Slim Barkings
@littlejimmy953 ай бұрын
Hey Angus, I have really enjoyed your vids - just came across them! You have a lovely voice and a great way of telling a story. It amazes me that Hobart has had many dreams that have failed. Its like the feng shui of the place is all wrong. I couldn't put my finger on it but you explained it perfectly in the Black Snake video. Give me a yell if you are ever down in Dover- cheers!
@angusthornett3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching the videos. Hobart is an under-examined location IMO.
@davidhunter92825 ай бұрын
Another Awesome video Angus!, and all the old photographs and maps your able to acquire is Priceless. Did The Western train line of the Derwent that go out to Maydena way? And did you get out to Hardline @ Maydena this w/e just gone. That was epic to watch and i thought Derby was tassies premier mtb bike track but it may be Maydena. Stay safe brother and ill see you in your next post. Legend M8👌🏽🤙🏽
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
I only watched the coverage of Hardline online.
@bearcatracing0075 ай бұрын
Another fantastic video, thanks ❤
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thanks, mate.
@sharonplunkett15785 ай бұрын
Your videos are informative and a joy to watch, Thank you for showing us hidden Hobart history. I love your little dog, what breed is he/she ?
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
He's a rough coat purebred Jack Russell.
@davidhunter92825 ай бұрын
Thanks
@darrenbird25265 ай бұрын
Always looking forward to the next great video, after watching another informative one. Thankyou
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thanks, Darren
@Seiskid5 ай бұрын
Thanks Angus. I enjoy your vids.
@mitchednie15555 ай бұрын
Thank you sir. Well researched and well done.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thanks
@matthewfroud17905 ай бұрын
Great video mate
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Cheers, mate.
@Alonsel35 ай бұрын
Informative as always thank you Angus
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thank you.
@user-gz2sh5pf9k5 ай бұрын
Great stuff always look forward to the next update, as mainlander I find it all very intersting
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thanks for tuning in, mate.
@stripeyhorse5 ай бұрын
been waiting on this one for weeks.. hahaha.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Lol
@nothername28433 ай бұрын
thank you angus
@commissioner7915 ай бұрын
Another great video. Give Harry a pat from me. Keep up the great work
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Just have. Thanks.
@annaphillips71205 ай бұрын
Thank you Angus, you documentaries are so informative delivered in such a generous manner. Sort of bitter sweet, with so many of those early buildings dismantled. What do you think of the new stadium proposal. ? I am dead against it as i have think such a structure will have a negative impact on the surrounding area.
@MrWilberbeast15 ай бұрын
I haven’t heard the term “in yonks” in yonks.
@FranticMonster114 ай бұрын
Mate these videos are brilliant!
@SteveMack5 ай бұрын
Excellent
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thanks, Steve
@SteveMack5 ай бұрын
@@angusthornett Cheers mate.
@FredricksonZak5 ай бұрын
We use to ride our bikes there.
@benjaminparkinson52556 сағат бұрын
As kid I swam in the old Olympic pool with school
@morgwn23775 ай бұрын
All your videos are good. But this one was gooder.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thank youer
@PeterColenso-pd9ug5 ай бұрын
OMG it’s as dry as here in the Clare Valley SA. Still no rain too ??
@rushmorebig5 ай бұрын
Thank you I love yonks and eons
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Cheers, mate.
@64Pete5 ай бұрын
New sub, comment and a like for the almighty algorithm.
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thank ye
@benjaminparkinson52556 сағат бұрын
The torium should of been built would of been realy good
@therighttoremain5 ай бұрын
Awesome
@jesusislukeskywalker42945 ай бұрын
👍🏻 158th thumbs up
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Ha
@JimmyCall5 ай бұрын
Are you sure there was any Aboriginal Tribes in Hobart area, or brought there? The tribal population was always small in Tasmania. Like 800-3000. More exaggerated figures 5K to 10K.
@tom-vx1lp5 ай бұрын
what sort of pipe work
@graemecunningham42805 ай бұрын
Another cracking video Angus! Interestingly Plate Number EU4106 Vehicle Make TOYOTA Vehicle Model CAMRY Manufacture Year 2003 Colour White Registration Status Registered Heavy Vehicle Category N/A Expiry Date 01/06/2024 Vehicle Engine Number 1MZ1613503 Is Vehicle Stolen No
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Ha
@nixrate5 ай бұрын
do norske skog or huonville.
@JamesHawkeYouTube4 ай бұрын
Strange that there are obelisks and statues all across the realm. What man holds the right to rule other men?
@benjaminparkinson52555 ай бұрын
TCSahave left bellerive
@benjaminparkinson52555 ай бұрын
Tca
@leandabee5 ай бұрын
👌👍😊
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
👍
@benjaminparkinson52554 ай бұрын
Tca ground the athletes centre great .play ground for the kids
@rogero75834 ай бұрын
*promosm*
@terreterreterre53444 ай бұрын
lol queens domain holds many many secrets ive been going to the queens domain since i was a 13yr kid im now 50+
@davidhunter92825 ай бұрын
Thanks
@davidhunter92825 ай бұрын
Thanks
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thank you, David. This is all very generous. Makes a material difference also.
@blackdogRexy5 ай бұрын
Thanks
@angusthornett5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much, mate. Huge help to the channel. Appreciate it a lot.