Tasmania is already home to the internationally renowned six-day Overland Track ... Mr Ryan said. "The huts will be a similar standard to the Three Capes Track, more so than the Overland Track ...

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Bushfire Advice – Overland Track – Stay informedThis is a Bushfire Advice message for Overland Track and surrounds – Stay informed.There is no immediate threat.Tasmania Fire Service ...

The Overland Track has been closed since February 5. Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service liaison officer Brendon Clark said they remained confident a safe and traversable track would be available ...