E. T. Emmett

E. T. Emmett

Evelyn Temple Emmett (1871–1970) was the first Director of the Tasmanian Government Tourist Bureau and a founder of the Hobart Walking Club. He actively promoted skiing and bushwalking in the state and served on several National Park boards. Several Tasmanian features are named after him. Today he is increasingly regarded as one of the foremost Tasmanians of his period.

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