The Royal Australian Air Force, also regularly performs aerobatic displays using military aircraft such as the RAAF Roulettes.

The Australian Army's elite Red Beret parachute regiment has previously provided sky diving displays.

[4] It was decided that an annual anniversary regatta should be held and include the wearing of a sprig of silver wattle blossom tied with British navy blue ribbon,[5] a tradition instituted by Governor of Tasmania, Sir John Franklin.

In preparation for the occasion the main grandstand was extended and accommodated the royals, who stayed for lunch before departing for Sydney in the late afternoon.

The primary Regatta structure on the site is the John Colville Memorial grandstand, which pays tribute to members of the aquatic fraternity that fell in World War I.

A plethora of events take place each year, and include: There is also an Ambassador quest, and the regatta always has an official attendance ceremony by the Governor.

Woodchopping sees axemen from across the state compete in various events and age divisions chopping and sawing blocks and wood.