Ten ways to Go Local First
Here are ten ways you can Go Local First
 | Follow the GoLocalFirstDV Facebook page and Instagram discover some of our amazing local businesses that serve our community. |
 | Take a night off cooking and grab a takeaway from one of our local places to eat and drink around the Derwent Valley. If you’re keen to cook, purchase fresh produce from a local independent retailer or market. |
 | If you are buying online, click on a local business first. |
 | Purchase a gift voucher from a local business to use now or in the future. Gift Vouchers are the perfect way to say “thank you” or “I love you”, celebrate a special occasion, or treat yourself. |
 | Staycation at home and treat yourself to a short break at a local hotel, airbnb, holiday home, or caravan site, or splurge at one of the Valley's luxury accommodation options |
 | Support our local producers by visiting a local cellar door, or food producer. |
 | Explore our natural environment with an expert – Go hiking at Mount Field National Park, or try a new nature-based activity such as kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding. Go to the Derwent Valley Tasmania website for ideas. |
 | Share the places and moments that make the Derwent Valley special to you through pictures. Everyday moments – a morning walk or grabbing a takeaway or great coffee – or going on a relaxing bushwalk. Sharing pics on your socials with #unquestionablyderwentvalley and #GoLocalFirstDV helps others discover the hidden gems in our beautiful region. Remember to tag the business or location as well. |
 | Be tourist in the Derwent Valley! Book in for lunch at a local restaurant, take part in a local event or festival, book in with one of our local tour operators, go on a day trip exploring the backroads and towns in the Derwent Valley. Go to the Derwent Valley Tasmania website for ideas. |
 | Give your favourite local business a shout-out on social media this supports the business and helps others know more about them. Invite your friends and family to ‘like and follow’ the business. |