Hello, my name is Geoff and welcome to my little world of behind the scenes walking tours and experiences of Launceston. I will be your personal host on most tour experience you choose to enjoy with me, be it a journey through Launceston’s fascinating history or exploring some little known gems of the Cataract Gorge.
As a local historian and tour host I began sharing my passion and knowledge for Launceston with people back in 2005. Since then I have expanded my interests into Tasmanian Aboriginal history and have spent almost 10 years teaching Aboriginal Studies, Cultural Awareness and Teaching History at the University of Tasmania.
I take great pleasure in providing the most personal of experiences possible and do not employ guides who simply follow a script. It is not possible to script personal experiences and as a born and bred Launceston person I have 53 years of personal stories that link into Launceston’s history.
My passion for sharing knowledge is also something that cannot be taught to others.
It is not only Launceston’s history that I have a deep passion for but also our iconic Cataract Gorge. Anyone can take a wander through the Gorge, and you certainly do not need a paid guide to experience the main tracks and basic histories as there are many interpretive panels in place, and the Basin Cottage has some wonderful historical information and photos. However, our Cataract Gorge is a truly amazing and spiritual place that has some hidden gems not known to many.
To truly experience little known gems, such as the ‘Hidden Valley’, and find out about Tasmanian Aboriginal cultural connections then I invite you to come with me. No one else can give you the truly unique personal experiences and adventurous behind the scenes exploration of the Cataract Gorge and Launceston's fascinating history.
Read about more of my story here:
https://www.examiner.com.au/story/6478451/launcestons-tales-told/?cs=5955&fbclid=IwAR36KLV--kBA7slqokBir3Jv_NSZpTHUSvgja6ER81Rbiux_WTBxvRZ2Ntk#slide=2