Other Uses
In addition to the Royal Hobart Show that is conducted annually, The Showgrounds hosted the Royal Hobart International Wine show, the second largest Wine Show in Australia and the only Wine Show in the world, believed to be conducted under full ISO 9001/2000 quality assurance accreditation. In recent years the showground has hosted the Royal Hobart Fine Food Awards and the Tasmanian Vineyard of the Year Competitions, as well as attracting music events like the Southern Roots Festival in 2007 and the Eskimo Joe live show in 2006.
Since May 2007, the grounds have been the site of the headquarters of Football Federation Tasmania. The ground also plays host to the Tasmanian Gaelic Football and Hurling Association in Summer.
In addition, various animal fancy events, including exhibits of cats, dogs, poultry, rabbits and guinea pigs, are held by animal fancier clubs at venues in the showgrounds.
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